06 December 2025

CSIR NML Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2025 Apply Online for 05 Vacancies | Last Date 31 December

Last Updated: December 06, 2025

CSIR-National Metallurgical Laboratory (NML), Jamshedpur, a premier constituent Laboratory of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), has invited online applications from eligible Indian citizens for filling up 05 vacancies in the post of Junior Stenographer (Group ‘C’, non-gazetted) in Pay Level-4. Women candidates are especially encouraged to apply to promote gender balance in the workforce.

The online application window is open from 1st December 2025 to 31st December 2025. Candidates must ensure they meet the essential qualifications, age criteria, and other eligibility conditions before applying.

CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2025 – 05 Vacancies

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Organization

CSIR-National Metallurgical Laboratory (NML), Jamshedpur

Post Name

Junior Stenographer

Total Vacancies

05 [UR: 02; EWS: 01; SC: 01; ST: 01]

Age Limit

18-27 years

Salary

Level-4 [Rs. 25,500 - 81,100] (Approx. Rs. 48,000/- per month)

Minimum Qualification

10+2/XII or equivalent + Proficiency in Stenography (DoPT norms)

Selection Process

Written Examination + Stenography Proficiency Test + Document Verification

Job Location

CSIR-NML, Jamshedpur (or any CSIR Lab/Institute in India)

Last Date

31/12/2025

CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer 2025 Age Limit:

  • 18 to 27 years as on the closing date (31.12.2025).
  • Age relaxation: SC/ST - 5 years; OBC(NCL) - 3 years; PwBD - 10 years (additional for reserved categories); Widows/Divorced Women - up to 35 years (40 for SC/ST); Ex-Servicemen - 3 years after deducting service; CSIR Employees - No upper age limit.

CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer 2025 Eligibility Criteria:

  • 10+2/ Matriculation + XII or its equivalent from a recognized board.
  • Proficiency in Stenography (English/Hindi) at 80 w.p.m. as per DoPT norms.
  • Indian citizen.
  • One vacancy reserved for PwBD (B/LV category).
  • Candidates must upload valid certificates for category claims; crucial date for eligibility is 31.12.2025.

CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer 2025 Selection Process:

Competitive Written Examination (Objective MCQ: General Intelligence & Reasoning - 50Q, General Awareness - 50Q, English Language & Comprehension - 100Q; 200 marks, 2 hours)

Proficiency Test in Stenography (Qualifying: 10 min dictation at 80 w.p.m., transcription time varies)

Document Verification & Merit List Preparation

CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer 2025 Application Fee:

Category

Application Fee

General/OBC

₹ 500/-

SC/ST/PwBD/Women/CSIR Employees/ESM

Exempted

Payment Method

SBI Collect (Online)

CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer 2025 Important Dates:

Opening Date for Online Applications

01/12/2025 (11:00 AM IST)

Last Date for Online Applications

31/12/2025 (11:00 PM IST)

CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer 2025 Important Links:

CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer Detailed Notification

Notification PDF

CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer Online Application

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How to Apply CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2025:

Applications are accepted only through online mode via the CSIR-NML portal. Follow these steps:

➢ Step 1: Visit the official website nml.res.in and click on the online application link (available from 01.12.2025, 11:00 AM to 31.12.2025, 11:00 PM IST).

➢ Step 2: Register with a valid Email ID and Mobile Number (keep active for communications).

➢ Step 3: Fill the online form, upload passport-size photo (15-30 KB, recent), signature (5-20 KB, black ink on white paper), and a single PDF (max 4.5 MB) of required documents (educational certificates, category proof, fee receipt if applicable, handwritten declaration, etc.).

➢ Step 4: Pay the fee of ₹500/- (if applicable) via SBI Collect before submission.

➢ Step 5: Submit the form and take a printout of the application for records. No multiple applications allowed; submit only one per post code.


Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the age limit for CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2025?

18-27 years as on 31.12.2025, with relaxations for reserved categories (SC/ST: +5 years; OBC: +3 years; PwBD: +10 years, etc.).

What are the eligibility criteria for CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2025?

10+2/XII or equivalent + proficiency in stenography (80 w.p.m.); Indian citizen; category certificates required for reservations.

What is the selection process for CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2025?

Competitive Written Exam (200 MCQs, 2 hours) + Qualifying Stenography Proficiency Test + Document Verification; merit based on written scores of qualified candidates.

What is the last date to apply for CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2025?

31st December 2025 (up to 11:00 PM IST).

What is the total number of vacancies for CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2025?

05 posts (UR:02, EWS:01, SC:01, ST:01); one for PwBD (B/LV).

What is the application fee for CSIR-NML Junior Stenographer Recruitment 2025?

₹500/- for General/OBC; exempted for SC/ST/PwBD/Women/CSIR Employees/ESM, payable via SBI Collect.