TIFR Mumbai Recruitment 2026 has officially been announced by the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research. If you are looking for a prestigious government job, this is a great opportunity. The institute is hiring for 11 vacancies across various positions including Engineer, Tradesman, Library Trainee, and Temporary Work Assistants. Eligible candidates can submit their applications strictly online before May 16, 2026. Make sure to read all the requirements carefully on the official website www.tifr.res.in before applying.
TIFR Mumbai Recruitment 2026 Overview
Information
Details
Organization Name
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)
Advertisement Number
2026/5
Total Vacancies
11 Posts
Job Location
TIFR, Colaba, Mumbai
Official Website
www.tifr.res.in
Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
April 2026
Application Start Date
Already Started
Last Date For Registration
16 May 2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
16 May 2026
Admit Card Release Date
To be announced
Exam Date
To be announced
Application Fee
Category
Fee Amount
General / OBC / EWS
Not specified in the notification
SC / ST / PH
Not specified in the notification
Payment Mode
Online (if applicable)
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Details
Minimum Age
18 Years
Maximum Age
35 Years for Engineer (D), 28 Years for all other posts
Age Relaxation
Applicable as per Government rules
Age Cut-off Date
Calculated as of January 01, 2026
TIFR Mumbai Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Post Name
Total Posts
Engineer (D) [Mechanical]
1
Jr. Engineer (B) [Mechanical]
1
Tradesman (B) [Carpenter, Fitter, Machinist]
3
Project Scientific Officer (C)
1
Library Trainee
3
Temporary Work Assistant
2
TIFR Mumbai Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Post Name
Educational Qualification
Engineer (D)
M.E./M.Tech with 60% or Ph.D. in Mechanical/Industrial/Production + 2 years experience
Jr. Engineer (B)
Diploma in Mechanical Engg with 60% + 1-2 years experience
Tradesman (B)
NTC/NAC in relevant trade (Carpenter/Fitter/Machinist) with 60% + 1-2 years experience
Scientific Officer (C)
B.E./B.Tech in Electronics/E&TC with 60% + 1 year experience
Library Trainee
Graduate degree and B.Lib from recognized University
Work Assistant
S.S.C. (10th Pass) + Minimum 1 year experience
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Category
Total Posts
UR (Unreserved)
10
EWS
1 (For Tradesman B Carpenter)
SC / ST / OBC / PwBD
0 (General category posts are open to all)
State-Wise Vacancy Details
State / Eligibility
Details
Job Location
Mumbai, Maharashtra (Transferable to other centers)
Who Can Apply?
All India Candidates are eligible to apply.
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Details
Application Form
Printout of the submitted online application form
ID & Age Proof
Aadhaar/PAN/Passport and Date of Birth Proof
Education & Experience
All mark sheets, certificates, and valid experience certificates
Other Documents
Character certificates, Category Certificate (EWS/PwBD if applicable)
Syllabus Overview
Subject / Topic
Details
Trade Specific / Technical
Based on relevant engineering or ITI trade subjects.
General Knowledge
Basic science and general awareness (for Work Assistants).
Exam Pattern
Stage
Details
Phase 1
Written Test (For Tradesman, Scientific Officer, Trainee, Work Assistant)
Phase 2
Trade Test / Skill Test / Personal Interview based on the post
Selection Process
Post Category
Selection Method
Engineers (D & B)
Personal Interview only
Tradesman
Written Test followed by a Trade Test
Scientific Officer
Written Test & Interview OR Interview only
Trainee & Work Assistants
Written Test followed by a Skill Test
Salary Details
Post Name
Monthly Salary / Pay Matrix
Engineer (D)
Pay Level 11 (Rs. 1,38,652/-)
Jr. Engineer (B)
Pay Level 6 (Rs. 72,240/-)
Tradesman (B)
Pay Level 3 (Rs. 46,484/-)
Scientific Officer (C)
Consolidated Rs. 1,03,400/-
Work Assistant
Consolidated Rs. 32,300/-
How to Apply
Step
Action Required
Step 1
Visit the official website tifr.res.in and find the careers/recruitment section.
Step 2
Look for Advertisement No. 2026/5 and read the full notification.
Step 3
Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before proceeding.
Step 4
Click on the ‘Apply Online’ link as applications are accepted ONLY ON-LINE.
Step 5
Fill in all the required personal, educational, and experience details accurately.
Step 6
Upload scanned copies of the necessary documents.
Step 7
Submit the form before 16 May 2026 and take a printout for future reference.
