Recruitment of Technical Assistant and Technician-B at Physical Research Laboratory (PRL)
Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad, a premier scientific & research institute under the Department of Space, Government of India, is inviting applications for the recruitment of young, meritorious, dynamic, and motivated candidates for the positions of Technical Assistant (Level 7: ₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400) and Technician-B (Level 3: ₹21,700 - ₹69,100). PRL has significantly contributed to vital space science missions like CHANDRAYAN-1, MARS ORBITER MISSION, CHANDRAYAN-3, and ADITYA-L1, achieving worldwide acclaim. This recruitment offers an opportunity to be part of future highly challenging missions and develop innovative technologies for space exploration and advanced research.
Table of Contents
- Job Summary
- Details of Position
- Eligibility Details
- Application Details
- Important Conditions
- Mode of Selection
- Important Links
Job Summary
- Organization: Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad (Govt. of India, Dept. of Space)
- Positions Advertised: Technical Assistant & Technician-B
- Advertisement No.: Advt. No.02/2025
- Publication Date: 04.10.2025
- Closing Date: 31.10.2025 (24:00 Hrs.)
Details of Position
The details regarding the number of vacancies, reservation, and pay scales are as follows:
Technical Assistant (Level 7, ₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400)
| Post Code | Trade/Field | No. of Vacancies | Reservation Details | Mode of Selection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Civil | 02 (OBC-01, ST-01) | Technical Assistant | Written Test plus Skill Test (Curriculum Based) |
| 02 | Mechanical | 02 (UR-01, ST-01 Backlog) | Technical Assistant | |
| 03 | Electrical | 02 (UR-01, ST-01 Backlog) | Technical Assistant | |
| 04 | Computer Science/IT | 03 (UR-01, OBC-01, SC-01) | Technical Assistant | |
| 05 | Electronics | 01 (EWS-1) | Technical Assistant |
Technician-B (Level 3, ₹21,700 - ₹69,100)
- Fitter (Post Code 06): 01 Vacancy (ST-01). Selection: Written Test plus Skill Test.
- Turner (Post Code 07): 02 Vacancies (UR-01, OBC-01). Selection: Written Test plus Skill Test.
- Machinist (Post Code 08): 01 Vacancy (ST-01). Selection: Written Test plus Skill Test.
- Electronics Mechanic (Post Code 09): 02 Vacancies (UR-01, OBC-01). Selection: Written Test plus Skill Test.
- Electrician (Post Code 10): 02 Vacancies (UR-01, EWS-01). Selection: Written Test plus Skill Test.
- Plumber (Post Code 11): 01 Vacancy (UR-01). Selection: Written Test plus Skill Test.
- Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (Post Code 12): 01 Vacancy (SC-01). Selection: Written Test plus Skill Test.
Note: The total vacancies include backlog reserved vacancies from earlier years.
Eligibility Details
Technical Assistant (Post Code 01 to 05)
- Essential Qualification: First Class Diploma in the relevant Engineering discipline (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Comp. Sc./IT, Electronics Engineering respectively) from a recognized State Board.
- Age Limit (as on 31.10.2025): 18 - 35 years (Max 40 for SC/ST, 38 for OBC (NCL) against reserved posts). Age relaxation applicable for PwBD, Central Govt. employees, Widows/Divorcees, and Ex-servicemen as per rules.
Technician-B (Post Code 06 to 12)
- Essential Qualification: Matric (10th Std. Pass) plus ITI / NTC / NAC in the relevant trade (Fitter, Turner, Machinist, Electronics Mechanic, Electrician, Plumber, or Mechanic Refrigeration & Air Conditioning) from NCVT.
- Age Limit (as on 31.10.2025): 18 - 35 years. Age relaxation rules apply as detailed above.
Candidates possessing higher qualifications than prescribed may still be called for the test but will not be given any preference/edge.
Application Details
- Application Mode: Online ONLY via https://www.prl.res.in/OPAR.
- Application Window: 04.10.2025 (10:00 Hrs.) to 31.10.2025 (24:00 Hrs.).
- Application Fee (Uniformly paid initially):
- Technical Assistant (1-5): ₹750/- (₹250/- Non-refundable fee component).
- Technician-B (6-12): ₹500/- (₹100/- Non-refundable fee component).
- Fee Refund Policy: Fee-exempted categories (Women/SC/ST/PwBD/ExS) get a full refund if they attend the written test. UR/EWS/OBC candidates attending the test get ₹500/- (TA) or ₹400/- (TB) refunded. No refund if the candidate fails to attend the written test.
- Fee Payment Deadline: 31.10.2025 (Online) or 07.11.2025 (Challan Mode via SBI).
- Required Documents for Upload: Caste/EWS Certificate (if applicable, 100kb PDF), PwBD Certificate (if applicable, 100kb PDF), Ex-serviceman Discharge Certificate (if applicable, 100kb PDF), scanned color Passport Photograph (100kb JPEG/JPG), and Signature (100kb JPEG/JPG).
Important Conditions
- All applications must be submitted online; no hard copy submissions will be entertained.
- Candidates must ensure their registered Email ID and Mobile Number are correct, as all future communications (call letters) will be via email only.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- Candidates working in Central/State Govt. or PSU must submit a 'No Objection Certificate' (NOC) at the time of the Skill Test, applying only with prior intimation to their employer.
- Final Caste/Category declared in the application form will be considered final.
- Selected candidates are liable to be posted/transferred anywhere in India, including PRL offices at Udaipur/Mt. Abu.
- Candidates pursuing courses through Open and Distance Learning (ODL) are not eligible for these posts.
Mode of Selection
Selection involves:
- Initial screening based on online applications.
- Written Test: 1.5 hours, 80 MCQs (+1, -0.33 marking). Conducted in Ahmedabad (Gujarat), Abu Road (Rajasthan), and Udaipur (Rajasthan).
- Skill Test (Qualifying Nature): Conducted for 100 marks. Candidates shortlisted in a 1:5 ratio based on Written Test performance (minimum 10 candidates).
Tie-breaking criteria: For TA posts, tie is broken by academic scores of the notified qualification. For TB posts, candidates with a valid NAC score are preferred over those without one, if ITI/NTC/NAC academic scores are tied.
Important Links
- Online Application Link: https://www.prl.res.in/OPAR
- Official Website: https://www.prl.res.in
- Advertisement Details (General Information/Appendices): Available on the website.
