TIFR Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 2026/5 is for technical, scientific, library and support posts at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai. The official advertisement lists 11 total vacancies across 9 post entries, including three Library Trainee vacancies.
This recruitment is useful for candidates with qualifications ranging from SSC and trade certificates to Diploma, B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, Ph.D., Graduate degree and B.Lib. The eligibility is different for each post, so candidates should not apply only on the basis of the overall title; they should match their qualification and experience with the exact post they choose.
Applications are accepted only online, and the last date given in the official advertisement is 16 May 2026. Candidates working in Government, Semi-Government, PSU or autonomous bodies should also be ready to produce a No Objection Certificate at the time of selection, if called.
Recruitment Overview
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research has released Advertisement No. 2026/5 for multiple posts tenable at Mumbai. The vacancies cover engineering, workshop trades, scientific electronics, library training and work assistant roles.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Institute | Tata Institute of Fundamental Research |
| Advertisement No. | 2026/5 |
| Total vacancies | 11 |
| Place of posting | TIFR, Colaba, Mumbai |
| Application mode | Online only |
| Last date | 16 May 2026 |
Vacancy Details
The official advertisement lists 11 vacancies across regular, project, trainee and temporary categories. Candidates should note the reservation category and post type before applying.
| Sr. No. | Post | Vacancies | Reservation | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Engineer (D) [Mechanical] | 1 | UR | 35 years |
| 2 | Jr. Engineer (B) [Mechanical] | 1 | UR | 28 years |
| 3 | Tradesman (B) [Carpenter] | 1 | EWS | 28 years |
| 4 | Tradesman (B) [Fitter] | 1 | UR | 28 years |
| 5 | Tradesman (B) [Machinist-Miller] | 1 | UR | 28 years |
| 6 | Project Scientific Officer (C) | 1 | UR | 28 years |
| 7 | Library Trainee | 3 | UR | 28 years |
| 8 | Temporary Work Assistant | 1 | UR | 28 years |
| 9 | Temporary Work Assistant | 1 | UR | 28 years |
SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwBD candidates can also apply for unreserved posts, subject to meeting the eligibility conditions.
Important Dates
The key date in the official advertisement is the last date for online application submission. Candidates should complete the form before the deadline because incomplete online applications will not be considered.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement number | 2026/5 |
| Notification period | April 2026 |
| Age cut-off date | 01 January 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 16 May 2026 |
| Selection process date | To be notified by TIFR |
Post-wise Eligibility
The eligibility criteria differ widely by post. Candidates should check both qualification and experience because many posts require specific practical exposure in the relevant field.
| Post | Essential qualification and experience |
|---|---|
| Engineer (D) [Mechanical] | Full-time M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical, Industrial, Production or Industrial and Production Engineering with 60% marks, or Ph.D. in the relevant engineering area with experience in modern machining technologies and CAD/CAM/CAE. Minimum 2 years of relevant experience is required. |
| Jr. Engineer (B) [Mechanical] | Full-time Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 60% marks, knowledge of computer applications, and 1 to 2 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing plant, tool room, machine shop or metal fabrication setup. |
| Tradesman (B) [Carpenter] | NTC with 60% marks in Carpenter trade and 2 years of relevant experience, or NAC with 60% marks in Carpenter trade and 1 year of relevant experience. |
| Tradesman (B) [Fitter] | NTC with 60% marks in Fitter trade and 2 years of relevant experience, or NAC with 60% marks in Fitter trade and 1 year of relevant experience. |
| Tradesman (B) [Machinist-Miller] | NTC with 60% marks in Machinist (Miller) trade and 2 years of relevant experience, or NAC with 60% marks in Machinist (Miller) trade and 1 year of relevant experience. |
| Project Scientific Officer (C) | Full-time B.E./B.Tech in Electronics or Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering with 60% marks and 1 year of post-qualification experience in design, development and debugging of high-speed analog, digital or FPGA/RFSoC-based electronic systems. |
| Library Trainee | Graduate from a recognized university or institute, with Science preferable, and B.Lib. Candidates who appeared for the final BLISc or MLISc exam and are waiting for results can also apply. |
| Temporary Work Assistant | SSC or equivalent from Central or State Board examinations with minimum 1 year of relevant experience. One of the Work Assistant posts also requires basic science knowledge. |
Age Limit and Relaxation
The prescribed maximum age should not exceed the limit as on 01 January 2026. The Engineer (D) post has a higher maximum age limit, while most other posts carry a 28-year maximum age limit.
| Post category | Maximum age |
|---|---|
| Engineer (D) [Mechanical] | 35 years |
| All other listed posts | 28 years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules. Candidates claiming SC, ST, OBC, EWS or PwBD benefit should produce the relevant certificate in the prescribed Government of India format wherever applicable.
Pay and Emoluments
The official advertisement gives either pay matrix details or consolidated monthly pay depending on the post. TME means total monthly emoluments.
| Post | Pay details |
|---|---|
| Engineer (D) [Mechanical] | Pay Level 11, Pay Stage 1; TME Rs. 1,38,652 |
| Jr. Engineer (B) [Mechanical] | Pay Level 6, Pay Stage 1; TME Rs. 72,240 |
| Tradesman (B) posts | Pay Level 3, Pay Stage 1; TME Rs. 46,484 |
| Project Scientific Officer (C) | Consolidated pay including HRA: Rs. 1,03,400 |
| Library Trainee | Consolidated pay: Rs. 22,000 |
| Temporary Work Assistant | Consolidated pay including HRA: Rs. 32,300 |
Posts at serial numbers 1 to 5 are covered by the service conditions mentioned in the advertisement, while posts at serial numbers 6 to 9 are purely temporary.
Selection Process
The selection method is different for each post. TIFR may conduct written tests, trade tests, skill tests or interviews online or in person as required.
| Post | Mode of recruitment |
|---|---|
| Engineer (D) [Mechanical] | Personal interview |
| Jr. Engineer (B) [Mechanical] | Personal interview |
| Tradesman (B) [Carpenter/Fitter/Machinist-Miller] | Written test and trade test |
| Project Scientific Officer (C) | Written test and personal interview, or personal interview only |
| Library Trainee | Written test and skill test |
| Temporary Work Assistant | Written test and skill test |
The institute may restrict the number of candidates called for the recruitment process based on qualifications and experience higher than the minimum prescribed in the advertisement.
How to Apply Online
Applications for TIFR Advertisement No. 2026/5 are accepted only through online mode. Offline applications are not mentioned for this recruitment.
- Visit the official TIFR careers or recruitment page.
- Open Advertisement No. 2026/5 for various posts tenable at TIFR, Mumbai.
- Read the detailed advertisement and confirm your post-wise eligibility.
- Open the online application link and fill in personal, educational and experience details carefully.
- Upload or submit documents as required by the online portal.
- Submit the application before 16 May 2026.
- Keep a printout of the online application form for the recruitment process.
Incomplete online applications will not be considered. Candidates from Government, Semi-Government, PSU or autonomous bodies should produce NOC from the competent authority at the time of selection, if called.
Application Fee
The official advertisement text does not clearly specify a separate application fee amount for these posts. Candidates should follow the instructions shown on the official TIFR online application portal while submitting the form.
Applicants should not rely on unofficial payment instructions. Any fee, if applicable, should be paid only through the official recruitment portal and only as per the portal's instructions.
Documents Required
Candidates must be ready to produce original documents with copies at the time of the recruitment process. The official advertisement mentions the following documents.
- Printout of the online application form.
- Identity proof such as Aadhaar Card, Election Card, PAN Card, Passport or Driving License.
- Date of birth or proof of age.
- Educational qualification certificates and all mark sheets.
- Experience certificate or certificates.
- Character certificates from two respectable people.
- SC, ST, OBC, EWS or PwBD certificate wherever applicable, in Government of India format.
- Disability certificate from the competent authority for PwBD candidates, wherever applicable.
If the candidate's university or board awards CGPA, OGPA or letter grades, the equivalent percentage of marks must be indicated as per the university or board norms.
Important Service Conditions
- All posts are tenable at TIFR, Colaba, Mumbai.
- Selected candidates may be transferred to other centres or field stations of the institute if required.
- Posts at serial numbers 1 to 5 are initially for three years, including one year of probation, and may continue till superannuation after successful review.
- Posts at serial numbers 6 to 9 are purely temporary and do not create a claim for permanent appointment.
- Selected candidates may be required to work on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays as per institute requirements.
- Library Trainees may be required to work in shifts between 0745 hours and 2100 hours.
- Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate.
- TIFR reserves the right not to fill any or some of the advertised posts.
Frequently Asked Questions
The last date to submit the online application for TIFR Advertisement No. 2026/5 is 16 May 2026.
There are 11 vacancies in total across Engineer, Junior Engineer, Tradesman, Project Scientific Officer, Library Trainee and Temporary Work Assistant posts.
The minimum qualification is SSC or equivalent for Temporary Work Assistant posts. Other posts require trade certificate, Diploma, Graduate with B.Lib, B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech or Ph.D. depending on the post.
The maximum age is 35 years for Engineer (D) and 28 years for the other listed posts, calculated as on 01 January 2026. Relaxation is applicable as per rules.
The application mode is online only. Candidates must apply through the official TIFR recruitment portal.
The mode of recruitment for Engineer (D) and Jr. Engineer (B) posts is personal interview.
The Tradesman (B) posts will be filled through written test and trade test.
No. Posts at serial numbers 6 to 9 are purely temporary. Posts at serial numbers 1 to 5 have separate service conditions and are initially for three years including probation.