CSIR-NEIST (North East Institute of Science and Technology) has officially released the Recruitment 2026 notification for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) and Driver posts. A total of 10 vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive. The application window opens on 05 May 2026 and closes on 04 June 2026. Candidates with a 10th pass qualification from a recognised board are eligible to apply online at neist.res.in.

Overview

Particulars	Details
Recruitment Organization	North East Institute of Science and Technology (CSIR-NEIST)
Post Name	Multi-Tasking Staff & Driver
Advertisement No.	01/2026
Apply Start Date	05 May 2026
Apply Last Date	04 June 2026
Application Fee	₹500/-
Mode of Application	Online
Total Vacancies	10
Job Location	Assam
Official Website	neist.res.in

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Date	27 April 2026
Apply Start Date	05 May 2026
Apply Last Date	04 June 2026
Exam Date	To be announced

Application Fee

Category	Fee
Gen / OBC / EWS	₹500/-
SC / ST / PwD	₹0/-

Mode of Payment: Online

Vacancy Details & Qualification

Post Name	Vacancies	Qualification
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)	09	10th Pass from a recognised board
Driver	01	10th Pass from a recognised board

Total Vacancies: 10 — MTS (09) + Driver (01) at CSIR-NEIST, Assam.

Age Limit

Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): Maximum 25 Years
Driver: Maximum 27 Years
Age Calculation Date: 04 June 2026
Age relaxation will be provided as per government rules applicable to reserved categories.

Selection Process

The selection process for CSIR-NEIST Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:

Written Exam — Objective test as per official syllabus
Skill Test — Practical driving test (applicable for Driver post)
Document Verification — Verification of all original documents
Medical Examination — Physical fitness and medical standards check

Important Documents

Candidates must keep the following documents ready while applying online or during document verification:

Recent Passport Size Photograph
Signature (scanned copy)
Aadhaar Card / Any Valid ID Proof
10th Marksheet (Date of Birth Proof)
12th Marksheet
Graduation Certificate (if required)
Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC – if applicable)
EWS Certificate (if applicable)
Domicile Certificate
Experience Certificate (if required)
Disability Certificate (PwD – if applicable)

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply for CSIR-NEIST Recruitment 2026:

Visit the official website at neist.res.in
Navigate to the Recruitment section on the homepage
Fill out the online application form carefully
Upload all required documents in the specified format
Pay the application fee (₹500 for Gen/OBC/EWS; nil for SC/ST/PwD) online
Submit the form before 04 June 2026 and save a printout for future reference

Important Links

Short Notification — CSIR-NEIST Recruitment 2026 Official Notification
Apply Online — Application Form (Active from 05 May 2026)
CSIR-NEIST Official Website

Candidates are advised to read the official notification thoroughly before filling the application form. Ensure you meet the age limit (calculated as on 04 June 2026), educational qualification, and other eligibility criteria. The last date to apply is 04 June 2026 — do not wait for the deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the educational qualification required for CSIR-NEIST MTS and Driver Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must have passed 10th class from a recognised board to be eligible for both the Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) and Driver posts under CSIR-NEIST Recruitment 2026.

Q2. What are the important dates for CSIR-NEIST Recruitment 2026?

The notification was released on 27 April 2026, the online application window opens on 05 May 2026, and the last date to apply is 04 June 2026. The exam date will be notified later on the official website.

Q3. What is the application fee for CSIR-NEIST Recruitment 2026, and how is the selection done?

The application fee is ₹500/- for General, OBC, and EWS candidates; SC, ST, and PwD candidates are exempt (₹0). Selection will be conducted through a Written Exam, Skill Test (for Driver post), Document Verification, and Medical Examination.