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BRIC-inStem Technical & Management Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 26, 2026
Senior Technical Officer (Lab Support - PL 9)Senior Technical Officer (Scientific Facility Support - PL 9)Technical Officer-I (Instrumentation - PL 7)Technical Assistant (Instrumentation - PL 6)Technical Assistant (Lab Support - PL 6)Technical Assistant (HVAC - PL 6)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
14 Posts (Technical Cadre: 7, Administrative Cadre: 7)
Pay Scale
₹35.4K - ₹1.12L / mo
Age Limit
Max 40 years for Senior Technical Officer, Max 35 years for other posts, with relaxations for reserved categories as on 2026-09-25.

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Aug 21, 2026

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Starts

Aug 21, 2026

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Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

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Exam Date

TBA

Application Window21 Aug – 25 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Post-wise essential educational qualifications and experience criteria:
• Senior Technical Officer (Lab Support / Scientific Facility) [Level 9, 2 Posts]: B.E. / B.Tech in relevant engineering / science field + minimum 5 years' experience in maintenance of large research / scientific installations.
• Technical Officer-I (Instrumentation) [Level 7, 1 Post]: B.E. / B.Tech with 1-2 years' experience OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering with minimum 5 years' experience in scientific instrumentation.
• Technical Assistant (Instrumentation / Lab / HVAC / Civil) [Level 6, 4 Posts]: B.E. / B.Tech in relevant discipline (Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical / Civil / Life Sciences) with 1-2 years' experience in large research infrastructure.
• Management Assistant [Level 7, 3 Posts]: Graduate / PG Diploma in Financial / Materials / Personnel Management + 5 years' experience (min 3 years in supervisory capacity) + working knowledge of Tally ERP.
• Junior Management Assistant [Level 6, 4 Posts]: Graduate in any discipline with mandatory computer proficiency (Desirable: 4 years administrative / accounts / procurement experience).

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limits as on the closing date (25.09.2026):
• Senior Technical Officer (Lab Support): 40 years for UR.
• Senior Technical Officer (Scientific Facility): 45 years (40+5 for SC; up to 55 for SC-PwBD).
• Technical Officer-I & Management Assistant: 35 years (38 for OBC-NCL; up to 48 for OBC-PwBD).
• Technical Assistant & Junior Management Assistant: 35 years (38 for OBC-NCL; up to 48 for OBC-PwBD).
No upper age limit for existing employees engaged in the institute for 5+ years.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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How will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.

Screening and Scrutiny of Online Applications by Institute Committee

OnlineQualifying Only

Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Examination & Skill/Trade Test (where applicable)

OnlineMerit Scored

Personal Interview before Selection Board (for Level 7 & Level 9 Posts)

OfflineMerit Scored

Document Verification, Pre-Employment Medical Examination & 2-Year Probation

OfflineQualifying Only

Selection is conducted by BRIC-inStem through multi-stage evaluation:
• Online applications must be submitted at https://www.instem.res.in/jobportal/ by 25th September 2026.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for Computer Based Test (CBT), Skill Test, or Trade Test as applicable for respective posts.
• For supervisory and officer positions (Level 7 and Level 9), final merit includes personal interview evaluation.
• Direct recruitment appointments are subject to a mandatory 2-year probation period.

Syllabus & Exam Pattern Overview

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What is the examination structure? Mode of test, total marks, duration, and negative marking rules.

Exam Tier / Mode

Computer Based Test (CBT) - Screening Examination

Total Duration

120 Minutes

Negative Marking

0.25 marks deduction per incorrect answer

Subject / SectionQuestionsMax Marks
Domain Technical Knowledge (Biomedical Instrumentation / Lab Infrastructure / Civil / HVAC / Finance / Admin)6060
General Awareness & Science in Everyday Life1515
Reasoning Ability & Quantitative Aptitude1515
General English Comprehension & Office Communication1010
Total100100
Exam Tier / Mode

Skill Test / Trade Test (Qualifying Nature)

Total Duration

60 Minutes

Negative Marking

Nil (Practical evaluation of laboratory equipment handling / Tally ERP / Computer proficiency)

Subject / SectionQuestionsMax Marks
Practical Domain Skill Assessment150

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

World-class stem cell and regenerative medicine research institute located within the Bangalore Life Science Cluster (BLiSC) on the GKVK Campus, Bellary Road, Bengaluru (shared with NCBS-TIFR and CCAMP). Technical staff operate advanced shared scientific facilities including flow cytometry (FACS), confocal/super-resolution microscopy, cryogenic biobanks, automated liquid handlers, clean rooms, and animal vivarium facilities. Administrative personnel manage government procurement under GFR/GeM, extramural grants, financial accounting on Tally ERP, and academic student affairs. Excellent academic-research ecosystem with access to central campus amenities, housing allowances, and peer collaborations. Direct recruitment with central government pay scales and 2-year probation.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Stationed permanently at BRIC-inStem campus, GKVK Post, Bellary Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Technical and administrative cadre career advancement: Technical Assistant / JMA (Level 6) -> Technical Officer-I / Management Assistant (Level 7) -> Senior Technical Officer / Section Officer (Level 9) -> Technical Officer-III / Administrative Officer (Level 11) via Modified Flexible Complementing Scheme (MFCS) / Departmental Promotion Rules for scientific and technical staff in DBT institutes.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Online Portal Submission Only: Applications must be submitted online at https://www.instem.res.in/jobportal/ by 25.09.2026. Hard copies or postal submissions will not be accepted.
  • Mandatory Post-Qualification Experience: The required experience (1 to 5 years depending on post) must be completed after obtaining the minimum essential educational qualification.
  • Two-Year Probation Period: All appointments on a direct recruitment basis are subject to a mandatory probation period of two (02) years.
  • Online Fee Reference Mandate: After remitting the ₹472/- fee via UPI/Net Banking, the transaction/reference number must be correctly entered into the online application form to avoid rejection.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • Unreserved (UR)8
  • Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)3
  • Economically Weaker Section (EWS)2
  • Scheduled Caste (SC)1
Total Vacancies14 Posts (Technical Cadre: 7, Administrative Cadre: 7)

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Central 7th CPC Pay Matrix levels:
• Senior Technical Officer: Level 9 (Entry Pay ₹53,100/-; Pay Scale ₹53,100 – ₹1,67,800)
• Technical Officer-I / Management Assistant: Level 7 (Entry Pay ₹44,900/-; Pay Scale ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400)
• Technical Assistant / Junior Management Assistant: Level 6 (Entry Pay ₹35,400/-; Pay Scale ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400)
Includes central allowances (DA, HRA, Transport Allowance) and NPS benefits.

Carries Central 7th CPC Pay Matrix levels with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), Children Education Allowance (CEA), LTC, CGHS medical benefits, and pension coverage under the National Pension System (NPS).

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How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the BRIC-inStem website's Careers section, specifically the 'Open positions' portal at https://www.instem.res.in/jobportal/. The application process involves:

  1. Submitting online application forms before the last date (September 25, 2026).
  2. Ensuring the application is complete in all respects, including uploading a photograph, signature, and successful payment of the prescribed fee (if applicable). Incomplete or defective applications will be summarily rejected.
  3. Candidates currently employed in Government, Public Sector Undertakings, State Government, or Autonomous Organizations must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of Skill Test/Interview.

The selection process will include evaluation of application forms by a Scrutiny Committee, followed by a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and interview, Skill Test, and Trade Test (where applicable) for shortlisted candidates. The scheme of examination and syllabus will be announced separately.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

• UR, EWS & OBC(NCL) Candidates: ₹472/- (₹400/- Application Fee + 18% GST).
• SC, ST, Women, Ex-Servicemen, and PwBD Candidates: Fully Exempted (Nil).
Fee payable online via Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, or UPI/QR code. Fees are non-refundable.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

BRIC-inStem is an autonomous biotechnology institute under DBT, Ministry of Science & Technology. Advertisement 02/2026 invites applications for 14 permanent technical and administrative positions including Senior Technical Officer, Technical Officer-I, Technical Assistant, Management Assistant, and Junior Management Assistant.

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