TIFR Recruitment 2026 – 35 Vacancies | Tata Institute of Fundamental Research

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai has announced Advertisement No. 2026/6 inviting online applications for 35 posts across scientific, technical, administrative and support categories. The last date to submit applications online is 4 July 2026 on the official portal.

Highlights

Post & Organization Details

The recruitment is for the Colaba campus of TIFR, Mumbai (Pin 400005). The posts span the following categories:

• Scientific Officer (C)
• Junior Engineer (B)
• Scientific Assistant (B)
• Administrative Assistant (B)
• Supervisor (Cosmetics Maintenance)
• Tradesman (B) – Plumber, Electrician, Welder, Mechatronics
• Laboratory Assistant (B)
• Clerk (A)
• Work Assistant (Auxiliary & Technical)
• Security Guard
• Project Administrative Assistant (B)

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Age is calculated as on 4 July 2026. Age relaxations are applicable as per Government of India rules.

• Scientific Officer (C) – OBC (Post 1)
  • Qualification: BE/B.Tech (60% aggregate) in Computer Science, IT or related field.
  • Experience: 1.5–3 years in System Administration/Network Administration.
  • Maximum Age: 31 years.
• Scientific Officer (C) – UR (Post 2)
  • Qualification: BE/B.Tech (60% aggregate) in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Experience: 2–3 years in cryogenic engineering.
  • Maximum Age: 28 years.
• Scientific Officer (C) – UR (Post 3)
  • Qualification: M.Sc. (60% aggregate) in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Biology/Instrumentation OR BE/B.Tech (60%)** in same disciplines.
  • Experience: 1 year operating NMR Spectrometer.
  • Maximum Age: 28 years.
• Junior Engineer (B) – UR (Post 4)
  • Qualification: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (60% aggregate).
  • Experience: 2 years supervising large air‑conditioning systems.
  • Maximum Age: 28 years.
• Scientific Assistant (B) – SC (Post 5)
  • Qualification: B.Sc. (60%) in Physics/Chemistry/Computer Science/IT/Electronics OR Diploma in Engineering (60%) in CS/IT/Electronics.
  • Experience: 2 years in IT support/system administration/networking.
  • Maximum Age: 33 years.
• Scientific Assistant (B) – UR (Posts 6 & 7)
  • Qualification: B.Sc. (60%) or Engineering Diploma (60%) in relevant discipline.
  • Experience: 1 year in programming/scripting or electronics/PCB designing.
  • Maximum Age: 28 years.
• Administrative Assistant (B) – UR (Posts 8 & 10)
  • Qualification: Graduate (55% aggregate) with proficiency in word processing, database, accounting.
  • Experience: 5 years in Accounts/Purchase/Stores/General Admin/Establishment.
  • Maximum Age: 33 years.
• Administrative Assistant (B) – OBC (Post 9)
  • Same qualification as UR posts.
  • Maximum Age: 36 years.
• Supervisor (Cosmetics Maintenance) – UR (Post 11)
  • Qualification: 3‑year Degree in Hospitality Management.
  • Experience: 2 years as Supervisor/Manager in a large hotel/hostel/company.
  • Maximum Age: 28 years.
• Tradesman (B) – Plumber (Posts 12)
  • Qualification: NTC (NCVT) in Plumber (60%) + 2 years experience OR NAC (NCVT) + 1 year experience.
  • Maximum Age: 28 years (UR), 33 years (SC).
• Tradesman (B) – Electrician (Posts 13 & 15)
  • Qualification: NTC (NCVT) in Electrician (60%) + 2 years experience OR NAC (NCVT) + 1 year experience.
  • Maximum Age: 31 years (OBC – Post 13), 28 years (UR – Post 15).
• Tradesman (B) – Welder (Post 14)
  • Qualification: NTC (NCVT) in Welder (60%) + 2 years experience OR NAC (NCVT) + 1 year experience.
  • Maximum Age: 28 years.
• Tradesman (B) – Technician Mechatronics (Post 16)
  • Qualification: NTC (NCVT) in Technician Mechatronics (60%) + 2 years experience OR NAC (NCVT) + 1 year experience.
  • Maximum Age: 28 years.
• Laboratory Assistant (B) – UR (Post 17)
  • Qualification: NTC (NCVT) in Air Conditioning (60%) + 2 years experience OR NAC (NCVT) + 1 year experience.
  • Maximum Age: 28 years.
• Clerk (A) – OBC (Post 18)
  • Qualification: Graduate (50% aggregate) with typing knowledge and computer proficiency (certified).
  • Experience: 1 year clerical work.
  • Maximum Age: 31 years.
• Clerk (A) – UR (Posts 19 & 20) & EWS (Post 21)
  • Same qualification as OBC post.
  • Maximum Age: 28 years for UR & EWS.
• Work Assistant (Auxiliary) – UR/OBC (Posts 22‑24)
  • Qualification: SSC or equivalent.
  • Experience: 1 year in a reputed canteen/catering establishment.
  • Maximum Age: 28 years (UR), 31 years (OBC).
• Work Assistant (Technical) – UR (Posts 25‑28)
  • Qualification: SSC or NTC (NCVT) in respective trade (Air Conditioning / Painter / Plumber / Fitter).
  • Experience: 1 year relevant trade experience.
  • Maximum Age: 28 years.
• Security Guard – UR (Post 29, 3 posts)
  • Qualification: SSC or equivalent + minimum 3 years experience in Defence/CAPF/Security work.
  • Physical standards: Male height ≥ 165 cm, chest 80‑85 cm; Female height ≥ 157 cm; eyesight 6/6.
  • Maximum Age: 28 years.
• Project Administrative Assistant (B) – UR (Post 30)
  • Qualification: Graduate (55% aggregate) with word processing, database, accounting proficiency.
  • Experience: 5 years in Accounts/Purchase/Stores/General Admin.
  • Maximum Age: 33 years.

Pay Scale & Salary

Important Dates

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting of candidates based on qualifications and experience (higher than minimum may be preferred).
2. Written Examination – applicable for selected posts (e.g., Scientific Officer (C) – UR, Administrative Assistant, Clerk, Tradesmen, etc.).
3. Skill/Trade Test – for posts such as Administrative Assistant, Clerk, Tradesmen, Work Assistant.
4. Personal Interview – for posts like Scientific Officer (C) – OBC, Junior Engineer, Supervisor, Security Guard, etc.
5. Final merit list prepared based on marks obtained in the respective stages.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official recruitment portal at https://tifr.res.in.
2. Click on “New Registration” and fill in your basic details (name, email, mobile number, etc.).
3. After registration, log in with the generated credentials.
4. Select the desired post(s) from the list and fill in the application form with personal, educational and experience details.
5. Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, certificates, experience letters, etc.) as per the specifications.
6. Pay the application fee (if any) through the online payment gateway. (Fee details not mentioned in the notification.)
7. Review the entire application, submit it and take a screenshot of the confirmation page for future reference.

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FAQs

1. What is the last date to submit the online application?
   The last date is 4 July 2026.
2. How many total vacancies are there?
   There are 35 vacancies across various categories.
3. Is there an application fee?
   The notification does not specify any application fee; candidates should verify on the online portal.
4. Can I apply for more than one post?
   Yes, candidates may apply for multiple posts provided they meet the eligibility criteria for each.
5. What documents are required for upload?
   Photograph, signature, educational certificates, experience letters, and any trade certificates as applicable.