BRIC-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, Thiruvananthapuram has released a fresh technical recruitment under Advertisement No. RGCB/Advt./TECH/01/2026 dated 28 October 2026 for 8 regular technical posts across three job groups. The vacancy split is 2 Technical Officer posts, 3 Technical Assistant Group II posts and 3 Technical Assistant Group I posts. These roles support RGCB's scientific laboratories, instrumentation, research facilities and day-to-day technical operations. The qualification level varies by post: Technical Officer requires a first-class engineering or relevant science postgraduate qualification with two years of documented experience; Technical Assistant Group II requires a first-class bachelor's degree in Science with one year of relevant experience; and Technical Assistant Group I requires first-class Plus Two/Higher Secondary/VHSE or equivalent with one year of relevant experience. The maximum age for all three groups is 35 years as on 14 December 2026, with applicable relaxation under RGCB/Government of India rules. There is no application fee. Applications are online only and must be submitted by 14 December 2026 at 5:00 PM. Selection involves screening followed by Tier I objective test, Tier II descriptive test and Tier III practical skills test at Thiruvananthapuram.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | BRIC-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology |
| Advertisement No. | RGCB/Advt./TECH/01/2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 28 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 8 |
| Posts | Technical Officer; Technical Assistant Group II; Technical Assistant Group I |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Last Date | 14 December 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Maximum Age | 35 years |
| Application Fee | No fee |
| Selection | Tier I, Tier II, Tier III |
| Examination Centre | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Location | Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala; posting may be anywhere in India as required |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Reservation | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Officer | 2 | UR | Level 7 |
| Technical Assistant Group II | 3 | UR-1, OBC-1, EWS-1 | Level 5 |
| Technical Assistant Group I | 3 | UR-2, OBC-1 | Level 2 |
| Total | 8 |
Basic Qualification
- Technical Officer: First Class B.E./B.Tech. in the listed engineering disciplines or First Class M.Sc. in the accepted science subjects, plus at least 2 years of relevant documented experience.
- Technical Assistant Group II: First Class Bachelor's Degree in Science plus at least 1 year of relevant documented experience.
- Technical Assistant Group I: First Class Plus Two / Higher Secondary / VHSE or equivalent plus at least 1 year of relevant documented experience.
Candidates should check the exact accepted disciplines and experience wording on the official RGCB advertisement before applying.
Age Limit
The maximum age is 35 years as on 14 December 2026 for all three advertised post groups.
Age relaxation applies according to RGCB / Government of India rules.
Candidates can use the Age Calculator to check age on the closing date.
Pay Level
| Post | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Technical Officer | Level 7 |
| Technical Assistant Group II | Level 5 |
| Technical Assistant Group I | Level 2 |
Because the three post groups carry different pay levels, one common salary range is not used in the job data.
Application Fee
No application fee is charged for this recruitment.
Selection Process
The recruitment uses a three-tier selection examination after initial screening:
- Tier I: Objective test with 100 questions covering General Intelligence, General Awareness, Quantitative Aptitude and English Language.
- Tier II: Descriptive paper focused on academic subjects and topics from the relevant job description.
- Tier III: Practical Skills Test, qualifying in nature.
Final selection is based on the combined Tier I and Tier II score, subject to passing Tier III.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement issued | 28 October 2026 |
| Online application deadline | 14 December 2026 |
| Closing time | 5:00 PM |
How to Apply for BRIC-RGCB Technical Recruitment 2026
- Read the official RGCB technical recruitment notice and choose the correct post code.
- Check your age, qualification and documented experience. The Government Job Eligibility Checker can help with a preliminary review.
- Prepare degree/Plus Two certificates, experience records and category documents. The Government Job Document Checklist can help organise your uploads.
- Use the official Apply Online link provided on the RGCB recruitment page.
- Fill personal, educational and experience details exactly as supported by your documents.
- Upload the required certificates clearly. There is no application fee.
- If applying for more than one post, submit a separate application for each position.
- Submit the completed online application by 14 December 2026 at 5:00 PM and save a copy for future reference.
Candidates preparing for the three-tier selection can also use the Exam Day Checklist.
Documents to Keep Ready
- Educational qualification certificates
- Experience certificates
- Age / date-of-birth proof
- OBC-NCL / EWS certificate, where applicable
- Identity proof
- Photograph and signature
- NOC for serving government/PSU/autonomous-body employees, where applicable
- Any other post-specific supporting record
Important Instructions
- Only online applications are accepted.
- There is no application fee.
- Separate applications are required for multiple posts.
- Experience and qualification are reckoned as on 14 December 2026.
- Shortlisting does not automatically guarantee participation in later stages.
- Tier I, Tier II and Tier III examinations will be held at Thiruvananthapuram.
- Selected candidates may be posted in any RGCB office/branch in India based on administrative requirements.
- Corrigenda and updates will be published only on the RGCB website.
Important Links
| Link | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Official RGCB Technical Recruitment Notice | Detailed advertisement and Apply Online entry |
| RGCB Career Listing | Current recruitment listing |
| RGCB Official Website | Organisation website |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
There are 8 vacancies in total.
How are the posts divided?
There are 2 Technical Officer, 3 Technical Assistant Group II and 3 Technical Assistant Group I posts.
What is the age limit?
The maximum age is 35 years as on 14 December 2026, with applicable relaxation.
Is there an application fee?
No. There is no application fee.
What is the qualification?
Qualification varies by post from First Class Plus Two to First Class Bachelor's Degree in Science and relevant engineering/science postgraduate qualifications, with required experience.
What is the last date?
Online applications close on 14 December 2026 at 5:00 PM.
What is the selection process?
Selection includes Tier I objective test, Tier II descriptive test and Tier III practical skills test.
Where will the examination be held?
All three tiers will be conducted at Thiruvananthapuram.