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SCL Recruitment 2026 Notification Released! Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, has announced 83 regular vacancies under Advertisement No. SCL:DR:01/2026. The recruitment includes 41 Technician 'B', 30 Technical Assistant, 7 Junior Personal Assistant and 5 Officer posts.
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Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL), an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has announced recruitment for 83 administrative and technical vacancies under Advertisement No. SCL:DR:01/2026, dated 24 October 2026.
The recruitment includes Administrative Officer, Accounts Officer, Purchase & Stores Officer, Junior Personal Assistant, Technical Assistant and Technician 'B' positions.
Semi-Conductor Laboratory is located in Sector 72, S.A.S. Nagar (Mohali), Punjab. It works in semiconductor research, integrated circuit development, semiconductor fabrication, optoelectronic devices and micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS).
Eligible Indian nationals can submit their applications online through the official SCL Careers portal.
The online application process commenced on 1 November 2026 at 11:00 AM, and the last date for submission of applications and examination fee payment is 30 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
The recruitment offers positions under Pay Levels 3, 4, 7 and 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission, depending on the post.
The initial monthly basic pay ranges from ₹21,700 to ₹56,100, while the approximate gross monthly emoluments mentioned in the advertisement range from ₹41,940 to ₹1,06,740.
The selection process consists of a Computer-Based Test (CBT), followed by a Personal Interview or Skill Test, depending on the position.
Candidates must carefully verify the post-specific educational qualifications, relevant work experience, age limits and other eligibility conditions before applying.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Semi-Conductor Laboratory |
| Short Name | SCL |
| Ministry | Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology |
| Advertisement No. | SCL:DR:01/2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 24 October 2026 |
| Recruitment Type | Regular Recruitment |
| Total Vacancies | 83 |
| Administrative / JPA Posts | 12 |
| Technical Assistant | 30 |
| Technician 'B' | 41 |
| Job Location | S.A.S. Nagar (Mohali), Punjab |
| Educational Qualification | ITI, 12th, Diploma, Degree, Postgraduate or other prescribed qualification |
| Experience | Post-Specific |
| Salary | 7th CPC Pay Levels 3–10 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Last Date | 30 November 2026 |
| Selection Process | CBT and Interview / Skill Test |
| Official Website | https://www.scl.gov.in/ |
| Event | Date and Time |
|---|---|
| Detailed Advertisement Date | 24 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 1 November 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Last Date for Examination Fee Payment | 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Age and Qualification Cut-Off Date | 30 November 2026 |
| CBT Examination Date | To Be Announced |
| Admit Card Release | To Be Announced |
| Skill Test / Interview | To Be Announced |
| Result | To Be Announced |
The exact CBT examination schedule has not been specified in the original detailed advertisement.
| Post Name | Post Code | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Officer | SCL 2601 | 2 |
| Accounts Officer | SCL 2602 | 1 |
| Purchase & Stores Officer | SCL 2603 | 2 |
| Junior Personal Assistant | SCL 2604 | 7 |
| Technical Assistant | SCL 2605 | 30 |
| Technician 'B' | SCL 2606 | 41 |
| Total | 83 |
| Discipline | Post Code | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical | SCL 2605-1 | 1 |
| Mechanical | SCL 2605-2 | 4 |
| Electronics | SCL 2605-3 | 12 |
| Instrumentation | SCL 2605-4 | 4 |
| Computer Science | SCL 2605-5 | 1 |
| Information Technology | SCL 2605-6 | 2 |
| Civil | SCL 2605-7 | 1 |
| Chemical | SCL 2605-8 | 1 |
| Fire & Safety | SCL 2605-9 | 1 |
| Physics | SCL 2605-10 | 1 |
| Chemistry | SCL 2605-11 | 2 |
| Total | 30 |
Technical Assistant posts are classified under Pay Level-7.
| Trade | Post Code | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter | SCL 2606-1 | 3 |
| ICT System Maintenance | SCL 2606-2 | 2 |
| Electrician / Electrical | SCL 2606-3 | 3 |
| Electronics | SCL 2606-4 | 10 |
| Electronics Mechanic | SCL 2606-5 | 8 |
| Instrumentation | SCL 2606-6 | 6 |
| Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | SCL 2606-7 | 2 |
| Draughtsman (Civil) | SCL 2606-8 | 1 |
| Draughtsman (Mechanical) | SCL 2606-9 | 3 |
| Fire & Safety | SCL 2606-10 | 1 |
| Plumber | SCL 2606-11 | 1 |
| Mechanic (Diesel) | SCL 2606-12 | 1 |
| Total | 41 |
Technician 'B' posts are classified under Pay Level-3.
Candidates must possess a recognized graduation or postgraduate degree in any discipline, or an MBA or equivalent qualification in HR/Personnel Management.
Experience requirements are:
Graduation with 10 years of relevant experience.
Postgraduation with 5 years of relevant experience.
MBA in HR/Personnel Management with 2 years of relevant experience.
Experience must be in the prescribed administrative or supervisory fields, including establishment, transport, estate and general administration.
Knowledge of government rules and regulations is also required.
Candidates must possess the prescribed graduation/postgraduation qualification or an accepted finance-related professional qualification, including MBA (Finance), CA or ICWA as specified in the advertisement.
The notice prescribes experience pathways of 10 years after graduation, 5 years after postgraduation or 2 years with the relevant MBA qualification.
Experience must relate to finance, accounts, auditing, finalization of accounts, income tax, TDS, GST and related supervisory functions.
Candidates with CA or ICWA should examine the notification's exact experience and qualification provisions.
Candidates must possess graduation/postgraduation or MBA in Material Management or an equivalent qualification recognized under the advertisement.
The experience requirement is generally:
Graduation with 10 years of experience.
Postgraduation with 5 years of experience.
Relevant MBA with 2 years of experience.
Experience should be in procurement, purchase, imports, stores administration or similar supervisory functions.
Candidates must have passed Class 12 from a recognized board.
The prescribed stenography requirements are:
| Skill | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Dictation Speed | 80 Words Per Minute |
| Dictation Duration | 10 Minutes |
| English Transcription | 50 Minutes |
| Hindi Transcription | 65 Minutes |
| Transcription Mode | Computer |
No separate minimum post-qualification experience period is specified for this post.
Candidates must have a first-class three-year full-time diploma in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognized institution.
The notification also provides alternative first-class B.Sc. or computer-related degree qualifications for certain disciplines.
These include Electronics, Computer Science, Physics and Chemistry, as applicable.
Experience Required: A minimum of 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience in an R&D institution, reputed organization or industry.
Candidates must possess:
Matriculation/SSLC from a recognized board.
A two-year NCVT-recognized ITI qualification in the relevant trade, or the prescribed National Apprenticeship Certificate/National Trade Certificate alternative.
A minimum of 2 years of relevant post-qualification experience.
Important: Fresh ITI and diploma holders without the required experience do not meet the eligibility requirements for the relevant Technician 'B' or Technical Assistant positions.
The age limit will be calculated as on 30 November 2026.
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Administrative Officer | Not exceeding 35 years |
| Accounts Officer | Not exceeding 35 years |
| Purchase & Stores Officer | Not exceeding 35 years |
| Junior Personal Assistant | Not exceeding 25 years |
| Technical Assistant | 18–30 years |
| Technician 'B' | 18–27 years |
| Category | Upper-Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC-NCL | 3 years |
| PwBD – Unreserved | 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD – SC/ST | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per notified service-based provisions |
| Eligible Government Employees | As per the post-specific conditions |
Additional relaxation provisions apply to certain employees of eligible government departments and autonomous organizations, as detailed in the notification.
The selected candidates will receive remuneration according to the 7th Central Pay Commission.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Initial Basic Pay | Approximate Monthly Emoluments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Officer | Level-10 | ₹56,100 | ₹1,06,740 |
| Accounts Officer | Level-10 | ₹56,100 | ₹1,06,740 |
| Purchase & Stores Officer | Level-10 | ₹56,100 | ₹1,06,740 |
| Junior Personal Assistant | Level-4 | ₹25,500 | ₹48,780 |
| Technical Assistant | Level-7 | ₹44,900 | ₹83,700 |
| Technician 'B' | Level-3 | ₹21,700 | ₹41,940 |
Depending on applicable rules and eligibility, benefits may include Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, National Pension System, medical facilities, subsidized canteen facilities, Children's Education Allowance, Group Insurance and Leave Travel Concession.
The approximate monthly emoluments mentioned above are not guaranteed take-home salary. Actual earnings and deductions will vary.
| Post Category | Total Examination Fee |
|---|---|
| Group-A – Officer Posts | ₹1,500 |
| Group-B – Technical Assistant | ₹1,300 |
| Group-C – JPA and Technician 'B' | ₹1,200 |
The total examination fee includes a non-refundable processing fee of ₹600.
Eligible Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates who appear in the Computer-Based Test can receive the application-fee portion as a refund under the conditions stated in the advertisement.
| Group | Initial Fee | Refund for Eligible Candidates Attending CBT |
|---|---|---|
| Group-A | ₹1,500 | ₹900 |
| Group-B | ₹1,300 | ₹700 |
| Group-C | ₹1,200 | ₹600 |
The ₹600 processing fee is non-refundable for all candidates.
Candidates must correctly enter their bank account details in the application form to receive an eligible refund.
Applicable payment gateway charges may be additional.
The selection procedure varies by post.
Candidates will undergo a Computer-Based Test and Personal Interview.
The final selection process includes the notified CBT and interview assessment, subject to qualifying standards and document verification.
The advertisement specifies a 60:40 weightage for CBT and Personal Interview in the final selection panel.
Selection involves a CBT followed by a qualifying stenography skill test.
Candidates must meet the prescribed shorthand dictation and computer transcription standards.
Selection involves a CBT followed by a trade-specific Skill Test.
The Skill Test is qualifying in nature, while CBT marks are used for merit assessment under the notified selection rules.
Document verification and other appointment formalities apply.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence and Logical Ability | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge / Current Affairs | 25 | 25 |
| Post-Related Curriculum / Professional Subject | 100 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | 200 |
Duration: 120 minutes.
The general and professional portions have separate time allocations in the notification.
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| General Intelligence and Logical Ability | 25 | 25 |
| General Knowledge / Current Affairs | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Duration: 60 minutes.
One mark is awarded for each correct answer, while 0.25 marks are deducted for each incorrect response.
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| UR | 50% |
| OBC-NCL / EWS | 45% |
| SC / ST / PwBD / ESM | 40% |
These are minimum qualifying standards subject to the post-specific eligibility and reservation provisions.
Merely obtaining qualifying marks does not guarantee selection.
The CBT syllabus includes general aptitude subjects and post-specific professional knowledge.
General English: Reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, sentence correction and basic language skills.
Quantitative Aptitude: Arithmetic, percentages, ratios, averages, time and work, profit and loss, numerical ability and related topics.
Reasoning: Logical reasoning, verbal and non-verbal reasoning, analytical ability, series and pattern recognition.
General Knowledge: Current affairs, general awareness, science, technology and other relevant topics.
These are indicative preparation areas; the notification's subject headings govern the actual examination.
Part-B will focus on the curriculum or professional knowledge relevant to the advertised position.
For Technical Assistant and Technician 'B', applicants should concentrate on their respective engineering disciplines or ITI trades.
Officer candidates should prepare the relevant professional subjects associated with administration, finance, accounts or purchase and stores, as applicable.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Dictation Speed | 80 WPM |
| Dictation Duration | 10 Minutes |
| English Transcription | 50 Minutes |
| Hindi Transcription | 65 Minutes |
| Transcription Mode | Computer |
| Test Nature | Qualifying |
Candidates should practise shorthand accuracy, speed, English/Hindi transcription and computer-based typing according to the notified standards.
Eligible Indian nationals must apply through the official SCL Careers website.
Step 1: Visit https://www.scl.gov.in/.
Step 2: Open the Careers section.
Step 3: Locate Advertisement No. SCL:DR:01/2026.
Step 4: Read the detailed advertisement and recruitment instructions.
Step 5: Select the post and trade or discipline for which you are eligible.
Step 6: Open the online application link.
Step 7: Complete registration with the required personal and contact details.
Step 8: Enter educational qualifications, experience and category details.
Step 9: Upload the prescribed documents in the format required by the application portal.
Step 10: Enter the relevant bank details for any eligible examination-fee refund.
Step 11: Review all information before submitting.
Step 12: Pay the applicable examination fee online.
Step 13: Submit the application before 30 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Step 14: Download and print the registration confirmation form and payment receipt.
Candidates may apply for only one administrative post.
Eligible candidates may apply for one Technical Assistant discipline and one Technician 'B' trade through separate applications, subject to the prescribed fees and conditions.
Candidates should prepare the following documents according to their post and reservation status:
Recent passport-size photograph.
Scanned signature.
Class 10 certificate for age verification.
Class 12 certificate, where applicable.
Relevant ITI/NAC/NTC certificate.
Diploma or degree certificates.
Academic marksheets.
Relevant post-qualification experience certificates.
SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS certificates, where applicable.
PwBD certificate, where applicable.
Ex-Servicemen documents, where applicable.
Valid personal identification details.
Bank account information.
Any other certificates prescribed by the online application and recruitment notification.
Candidates must submit valid original documents when requested during verification.
The recruitment information identifies the following CBT cities:
New Delhi
Chandigarh
Chennai
Bengaluru
Mumbai
Ahmedabad
Hyderabad
Kolkata
The final examination centre will be assigned according to SCL's examination arrangements.
Skill Tests and Personal Interviews may be organized at S.A.S. Nagar (Mohali)/Chandigarh.
The initial place of posting is SCL, S.A.S. Nagar (Mohali), Punjab.
However, SCL reserves the right to transfer or post selected employees elsewhere in India according to organizational requirements.
Only Indian nationals may apply.
Applications must be submitted online through the official SCL portal.
The application deadline is 30 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
The age and qualification cut-off date is 30 November 2026.
Candidates must satisfy all relevant educational and experience requirements.
Technical Assistant and Technician 'B' applicants need two years of post-qualification experience.
Candidates should select the correct post code and discipline.
Only one administrative post application is permitted.
Separate applications and fees are required for the two technical post categories.
The examination fee includes a non-refundable ₹600 processing component.
Candidates should ensure the accuracy of bank information for eligible fee refunds.
Original certificates must support the claims made in the online application.
Admit cards and recruitment communications will be provided through the prescribed electronic channels.
Candidates should monitor the official SCL Careers website for exam dates, admit cards, corrigenda and results.
SCL Recruitment 2026 is a recruitment drive for 83 administrative and technical positions at Semi-Conductor Laboratory under Advertisement No. SCL:DR:01/2026.
SCL:DR:01/2026.
A total of 83 vacancies.
41 vacancies across 12 trades.
30 vacancies across 11 disciplines.
Seven vacancies.
Five vacancies across Administrative Officer, Accounts Officer and Purchase & Stores Officer posts.
1 November 2026 at 11:00 AM.
30 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
30 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Yes. Candidates with the prescribed relevant ITI qualification and two years of post-qualification experience can apply for eligible Technician 'B' positions.
Not for Technician 'B' unless they satisfy the required post-qualification experience condition.
Yes. Eligible first-class diploma holders with the prescribed two years of relevant experience can apply for Technical Assistant positions.
Yes. Junior Personal Assistant requires Class 12 and the prescribed stenography skills.
18–27 years, subject to applicable relaxations.
18–30 years, subject to applicable relaxations.
35 years, subject to applicable relaxations.
25 years, subject to applicable relaxations.
₹21,700 per month at the initial stage of Pay Level-3.
₹44,900 per month at the initial stage of Pay Level-7.
₹25,500 per month at the initial stage of Pay Level-4.
₹56,100 per month at the initial stage of Pay Level-10.
₹1,500 for Group-A, ₹1,300 for Group-B and ₹1,200 for Group-C posts.
The specified application-fee component is refundable to eligible Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates who appear in the CBT. The ₹600 processing fee is non-refundable.
CBT followed by Personal Interview or Skill Test, depending on the position, along with required verification.
Yes. An incorrect answer attracts a deduction of 0.25 marks.
200 questions carrying 200 marks.
200 questions carrying 200 marks.
100 questions carrying 100 marks.
Candidates must pass the Skill Test if it is prescribed for their post.
Candidates may apply for one administrative post. Eligible candidates can also apply for Technical Assistant and Technician 'B', subject to separate application and fee requirements.
Yes. Eligible Indian nationals from Gujarat may apply.
Ahmedabad is among the listed CBT examination cities. Final allotment is subject to SCL's examination arrangements.
Yes. The advertisement is for posts to be filled on a regular basis.
The initial location is S.A.S. Nagar (Mohali), Punjab, with possible posting elsewhere in India.
The original advertisement does not provide a confirmed examination date.
No. Applications must be submitted through the prescribed online process.
Eligible candidates should follow the instructions provided through the SCL Careers portal and their registered contact details.
https://www.scl.gov.in/career.html
The SCL Recruitment 2026, under Advertisement No. SCL:DR:01/2026, offers 83 regular recruitment opportunities at Semi-Conductor Laboratory.
The vacancies include 41 Technician 'B', 30 Technical Assistant, 7 Junior Personal Assistant and 5 Officer positions.
Candidates with the prescribed ITI, Class 12, diploma, graduation, postgraduate or professional qualifications may apply, provided they meet the position-specific eligibility and work experience conditions.
The starting basic pay ranges from ₹21,700 to ₹56,100 per month according to the advertised post.
Online applications are scheduled from 1 November 2026 to 30 November 2026, with registration and fee payment closing at 5:00 PM on the final date.
Selection will involve a Computer-Based Test and the relevant Personal Interview or Skill Test.
Eligible candidates should read the complete advertisement, verify qualifications and work experience, and submit their applications through the official SCL Careers portal before the closing deadline.
For examination dates, admit cards, corrigenda, selection lists and results, candidates should regularly visit the official SCL website.
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