RGCB Technical Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 8 Posts
BRIC-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB)
Published
- Posts
- 8
- Last date
- 14 Dec 2026
- Qualification
- 12th Pass, Graduate, Postgraduate, B.E. / B.Tech
- Location
- Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
BRIC-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB) is hiring 8 people across three technical posts in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Eligibility depends on the post, but most posts need a first class degree or diploma in science, engineering or Plus Two, plus documented work experience. Applications close on 14 December 2026 at 5:00 PM. Apply online early enough to upload all documents before the deadline, since incomplete applications are rejected.
Who Should Apply for RGCB Technical Officer 2026
Candidates with a first class B.E./B.Tech. or M.Sc. in the listed subjects, or a first class science degree or Plus Two, who have the required documented experience; final-year students without that experience do not qualify.
The exact qualification, age and other conditions are under Eligibility Criteria.
Watch Out Before You Apply
- Upload your experience certificates showing the exact dates, because experience is counted only up to 14 December 2026.
- If you are an OBC candidate, upload a valid OBC non-creamy layer certificate, or your application cannot be considered for the reserved seat.
- If you are an EWS candidate, upload an Income and Asset Certificate in the prescribed format, or your application cannot be considered for the reserved seat.
- If you work for a government body or PSU, apply online and send the hard copy through proper channel, or bring an NOC to the selection test.
RGCB Technical Officer 2026: हिंदी में सारांश
BRIC-राजीव गांधी सेंटर फॉर बायोटेक्नोलॉजी (RGCB), तिरुवनंतपुरम, केरल में टेक्निकल ऑफिसर और टेक्निकल असिस्टेंट के कुल 8 पदों पर भर्ती निकाली गई है। टेक्निकल ऑफिसर पद के लिए बायोटेक्नोलॉजी, बायोमेडिकल, इंस्ट्रुमेंटेशन या इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स एवं कम्युनिकेशन इंजीनियरिंग में प्रथम श्रेणी B.E./B.Tech. या संबंधित विषयों में प्रथम श्रेणी M.Sc. तथा दो वर्ष का अनुभव आवश्यक है। आवेदन केवल ऑनलाइन RGCB पोर्टल के माध्यम से किए जा सकते हैं, और इसके लिए कोई आवेदन शुल्क नहीं है। ऑनलाइन आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि 14 दिसंबर 2026 है, शाम 5:00 बजे तक।
Download the RGCB Technical Officer Notification PDF
Read the full notice for eligibility, category-wise vacancies and reservation, certificate formats and how to apply.
Important Dates
| Notification date | 28 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 14 Dec 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last date for submission of online application | December 14, 2026 17.00 hrs |
| Published on this site | 28 Oct 2026 |
RGCB Technical Officer 2026 Vacancy Details
Total posts: 8
| Post | Pay Level | UR | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Officer (Code #1) | Level 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Technical Assistant Group II (Code #2) | Level 5 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Technical Assistant Group I (Code #3) | Level 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
RGCB Technical Officer 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Technical Officer: First Class B.E./B.Tech. in Biotechnology/Biomedical Engineering/Instrumentation Engineering/Electronics & Communication Engineering OR First Class M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Life Sciences/Physics/Chemistry; two years documented experience
- Technical Assistant Group II: First Class Bachelor's Degree in Science; one year documented experience
- Technical Assistant Group I: Plus Two / Higher Secondary / VHSE or equivalent with First Class; one year documented experience
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years (as on 14 Dec 2026)
Check your age for this post
Age is counted on 14 Dec 2026; upper limit 35 years.
Category relaxation is not added: see Age Relaxation below. If limits differ by post, use the age for your post in the notification.
Age Relaxation
- Age relaxation in accordance with RGCB/Government of India Rules
Other Conditions
- Candidates must be citizens of India
- Experience reckoned as on December 14, 2026
- Persons in Central/State Government/PSU/Autonomous Bodies must submit application through proper channel or NOC at selection
Posts located in: Kerala. Check domicile and reservation rules in the notification.
Application Fee
There is no application fee.
RGCB Technical Officer 2026 Salary and Pay Scale
The posts are at Level 7, Level 5 and Level 2 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) pay matrix. The notification does not state a basic pay figure, so check the official notice for the exact amount.
As printed in the notification: Technical Officer: Level 7 of 7th CPC; Technical Assistant Group II: Level 5 of 7th CPC; Technical Assistant Group I: Level 2 of 7th CPC
RGCB Technical Officer 2026 Selection Process
- Tier I: objective test, 100 questions, 100 marks range via 2 marks per correct answer, -0.5 per wrong answer, 90 minutes
- Tier II: descriptive paper of 100 marks, 10 questions, answer any 5, 90 minutes
- Tier III: Practical Skills Test, qualifying (Pass/Fail) only
- Final merit based on combined Tier I and Tier II scores and passing Tier III
Examination Pattern
| Tier | Type | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier I | Objective (MCQ) | 100 | 200 | 90 minutes |
| Tier II | Descriptive | 10 (answer any 5) | 100 | 90 minutes |
| Tier III | Practical Skills Test | - | Qualifying | - |
How to Apply for RGCB Technical Officer 2026
- Apply online through the RGCB portal with supporting documents; no other form of application accepted
- Submit separate applications for multiple positions
Required Documents
- Educational qualification and experience documents
- OBC non-creamy layer certificate (OBC candidates)
- Income and Asset Certificate in prescribed format (EWS candidates)
- Admit Card and valid government photo ID for examinations
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Contact and Helpline
For problems with the application or payment, contact the recruiting body directly. ItsSarkariNaukri.com cannot help with individual applications.
| [email protected] (for technical issues) | |
| Phone | +91-471-2529400 | 2347975 | 2348753 |
Before You Apply for RGCB Technical Officer 2026: Quick Check
- You hold the qualification for the exact post you want (Technical Officer: First Class B.E./B.Tech. in Biotechnology/Biomedical Engineering/Instrumentation Engineering/Electronics & Communication Engineering OR First Class M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Life Sciences/Physics/Chemistry; two years documented experience, or as listed for other posts).
- Your age is no more than 35 years on 14 Dec 2026, before any relaxation you are entitled to.
- If you are claiming age relaxation, your category or other certificate is in the format and date range the notice asks for.
- Your photograph and signature are scanned to the size and format the portal asks for, and your name and date of birth match your Class 10 certificate.
- You will submit and pay by 14 Dec 2026, 5:00 PM, not on the last evening when portals slow down.
- You have read the official notification in full, not just this summary.
What Happens After Selection
Candidates who make the final merit list after the stages listed above (4 in all) have their original documents checked and go through a medical examination.
The appointing department then verifies character and antecedents, usually through the police, and issues an offer of appointment with the joining date and place of posting.
New appointees usually serve a probation period, often one to two years, during which there may be induction training, before being confirmed in service.
The notification and the appointment letter set out the exact terms for this recruitment.
RGCB Technical Officer 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an application fee?
No. The notification says there is no application fee.
Is there negative marking in the written test?
Yes. Tier I deducts half a mark (0.50) for each wrong answer. Tier II has no negative marking stated.
Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, but you must submit a separate application for each post and take the related practical skills test for each.
Can I apply if I only have Plus Two and no experience?
No. The Technical Assistant Group I post requires one year of documented work experience in addition to a first class Plus Two or equivalent.
Abbreviations on This Page
- RGCB
- BRIC-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
- UR
- Unreserved
- OBC
- Other Backward Classes
- EWS
- Economically Weaker Sections
- CPC
- Central Pay Commission
- NOC
- No Objection Certificate
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Source: compiled from the official notification issued by BRIC-Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology (RGCB). The official notification is the final authority, so read it in full before applying.
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