CSIR-NIO Goa Apprentice Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in Interview for Technician & Graduate Apprentice Posts
The CSIR – National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR-NIO),
Dona Paula, Goa, functioning under the Council of Scientific and
Industrial Research (CSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of
India, has released an official notification inviting eligible candidates
to undergo Apprenticeship Training at its Headquarters in Goa.
Candidates possessing Diploma in Engineering or Non-Engineering
Graduate Degrees can attend the Walk-in Interview scheduled on 06 July
2026. The apprenticeship training will be conducted under the Apprentices
Act, 1961 for a period of one year.
This is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates and
diploma holders looking to gain practical experience in one of India's premier
scientific research organizations.
Organization Details
Organization: CSIR – National Institute of
Oceanography (CSIR-NIO)
Headquarters: Dona Paula, Goa – 403004
Notification Number: NIO/HRM/Apprenticeship/01/2026
Type of Engagement: Apprenticeship Training
Training Duration: 1 Year
Interview Mode: Walk-in Interview
Interview Date: 06 July 2026
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice Vacancies
The following Diploma Engineering disciplines are available:
Civil Engineering
- Vacancies:
1
- Qualification:
- Three-Year
Diploma in Civil Engineering
- Monthly
Stipend:
- ₹10,900
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Vacancies:
1
- Qualification:
- Three-Year
Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Monthly
Stipend:
- ₹10,900
Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineering
- Vacancies:
1
- Qualification:
- Three-Year
Diploma in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineering
- Monthly
Stipend:
- ₹10,900
Computer Engineering
- Vacancies:
1
- Qualification:
- Three-Year
Diploma in Computer Engineering or Information Technology
- Monthly
Stipend:
- ₹10,900
Graduate (Non-Engineering Degree) Apprentice Vacancies
HR Management, Office Administration, Finance &
Accounts, Stores & Purchase
- Vacancies:
10
Eligible Degree:
- Bachelor's
Degree in any discipline
- B.A.
- B.B.A.
- B.Com.
- B.Sc.
- Or
equivalent qualification
Monthly Stipend:
- ₹12,300
Research & Development in Oceanography
Vacancies:
- 9
Eligible Degrees include Bachelor's degree in any Science discipline:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Botany
- Zoology
- Biotechnology
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- Environmental
Science
- Marine
Science
- Geology
- Computer
Science
- Information
Technology
- Or
any equivalent Science degree
Monthly Stipend:
- ₹12,300
Library Sciences
Vacancies:
- 1
Qualification:
- Bachelor's
Degree in Library & Information Science or equivalent from a
recognized UGC institution.
Monthly Stipend:
- ₹12,300
Dispensary / Nursing
Vacancies:
- 1
Qualification:
- B.Sc.
Nursing or equivalent.
Monthly Stipend:
- ₹12,300
Guest House & Canteen Management
Vacancies:
- 1
Qualification:
- Bachelor's
Degree in Hotel Management or equivalent.
Monthly Stipend:
- ₹12,300
Desktop Publishing
Vacancies:
- 1
Qualification:
- Bachelor's
Degree in
- Visual
Arts
- Photography
- Videography
- Visual
Communication
- Or
equivalent qualification
Monthly Stipend:
- ₹12,300
Educational Qualification
Applicants should possess any one of the following:
For Diploma Apprentices:
- Full-time
Three-Year Diploma in Engineering or Technology.
- Diploma
must be awarded by a State Technical Education Board, University or
recognized Institution.
For Graduate Apprentices:
- Full-time
Bachelor's Degree (Non-Engineering).
- Degree
should be obtained from a recognized University or Institution.
Eligibility Conditions
Candidates should carefully ensure that they satisfy all
eligibility requirements before attending the interview.
Eligible candidates are those who:
- Passed
the qualifying examination during 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 or 2026.
- Have
registered on the NATS Apprenticeship Portal.
- Have
not undergone apprenticeship training earlier in CSIR or any other
organization.
- Do
not possess one year or more of work experience.
- Hold
regular full-time qualifications only.
The following qualifications are not eligible:
- Sandwich
Diploma
- Private
Diploma
- Distance
Education
- Part-Time
Courses
- Certificate
Courses
- Short-Term
Courses
Age Limit
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
- Minimum
Age: 18 Years
- Maximum
Age: 24 Years
Graduate Apprentice
- Minimum
Age: 21 Years
- Maximum
Age: 26 Years
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India
rules for:
- SC
- ST
- OBC
(NCL)
- PwBD
- EWS
- Ex-Servicemen
Candidates claiming reservation must produce valid
supporting certificates in the prescribed format.
NATS Registration
Candidates must register themselves on the National
Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) Portal before appearing for the
interview https://nats.education.gov.in/
After successful registration, an Enrollment ID will
be generated. This Enrollment Number must be mentioned in the application form
during the walk-in interview process.
Candidates without NATS registration may not be considered
for apprenticeship selection.
Documents Required
Candidates should report with:
- Filled
application form
- Original
educational certificates
- Two
sets of self-attested photocopies
- Mark
sheets
- Degree
or Diploma Certificate
- Proof
of Date of Birth
- Aadhaar
Card
- Passport
size photograph
- Category
Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD), wherever applicable
- NATS
Enrollment Number
Failure to produce the required documents may result in
rejection of candidature.
Walk-in Interview Details
Interview Date
06 July 2026
Reporting Time
8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Candidates reporting after 10:00 AM will not be
allowed to attend the interview.
Interview proceedings are expected to begin from 10:15 AM
onwards.
Interview Venue
CSIR – National Institute of Oceanography (NIO)
Human Resource Management Office
Lok Bhavan Road
Dona Paula
Goa – 403004
Selection Process
The selection process will primarily consist of:
- Verification
of eligibility
- Verification
of original documents
- Walk-in
Interview
If a large number of candidates appear, CSIR-NIO may
conduct:
- Written
Examination
- Shortlisting
- Personal
Interview
The decision of the Director, CSIR-NIO shall be final.
Important Conditions
Candidates should note the following important points:
- Apprenticeship
training is purely temporary.
- Selection
does not guarantee future employment in CSIR-NIO.
- Hostel
accommodation will not be provided.
- Selected
apprentices must make their own stay arrangements.
- Apprentices
completing training will receive the National Apprenticeship Certificate
issued through the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT)/BOAT as
applicable.
- Any
false information or forged documents will result in cancellation of
candidature.
- Canvassing
in any form will lead to immediate disqualification.
Why You Should Apply
This apprenticeship offers valuable industrial exposure in a
prestigious Government of India research institute. Selected candidates will
work in a professional scientific environment, gain practical knowledge related
to their field, receive a monthly stipend, and earn recognized apprenticeship
certification that can strengthen future employment opportunities in both
government and private sectors.
Fresh diploma holders and graduates from the eligible
disciplines are encouraged to attend the walk-in interview with all required
documents and complete NATS registration beforehand to avoid last-minute
issues.
Important Dates
Walk-in Interview Date: 06 July 2026
Reporting Time: 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Training Duration: 1 Year