SCL Recruitment 2026 Notification
Semi-Conductor Laboratory Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No. SCL:DR:01/2026)
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Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL), Mohali, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology, has advertised 83 regular posts under Advertisement No. SCL:DR:01/2026: 41 Technician 'B', 30 Technical Assistant, 7 Junior Personal Assistant and 5 officer posts. Apply online at scl.gov.in/career.html from 1 November 2026 (11:00 am) to 30 November 2026 (5:00 pm).
SCL Recruitment 2026 at a glance
- SCL Recruitment 2026 status
- Form open
- SCL Recruitment 2026 last date
- 30 Nov 2026, 17:00 IST
- Total vacancies
- 83
- Age limit
- Up to 25–35 years by post (Technical Assistant 18–30, Technician 'B' 18–27), as on 30 Nov 2026
- Application fee
- Group A posts (Administrative, Accounts, Purchase & Stores Officer): ₹1500; Group B post (Technical Assistant): ₹1300; Group C posts (Junior Personal Assistant, Technician 'B'): ₹1200; Non-refundable processing fee within the above (Women / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM who appear in the CBT get the rest back): ₹600
- Qualification
- 10th pass / 12th pass / ITI / Diploma / Graduate / Post graduate
- Pay
- ₹21,700 (Level 3) to ₹56,100–1,77,500 (Level 10), by post
SCL Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
- Advertisement dated
- Application starts
- Last date to apply and pay fee
- Computer Based TestDate not yet announced
SCL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Group A posts (Administrative, Accounts, Purchase & Stores Officer) | ₹1500 |
|---|---|
| Group B post (Technical Assistant) | ₹1300 |
| Group C posts (Junior Personal Assistant, Technician 'B') | ₹1200 |
| Non-refundable processing fee within the above (Women / SC / ST / PwBD / ESM who appear in the CBT get the rest back) | ₹600 |
SCL Recruitment 2026 Age Limit as on 30 Nov 2026
| Age limit | Up to 25–35 years by post (Technical Assistant 18–30, Technician 'B' 18–27) |
|---|---|
| Relaxation: SC / ST | 5 years |
| Relaxation: OBC (NCL) | 3 years |
| Relaxation: PwBD | 10 years (13 OBC, 15 SC/ST) |
| Relaxation: Ex-Servicemen | 3 years after deducting military service |
| Relaxation: Serving employees of autonomous societies under MeitY (and DoS / DRDO / DAE for administrative posts) | 5 years |
| Relaxation: Central Govt. employees, 3 years' regular service (Group A and B posts) | 5 years |
| Relaxation: Central Govt. employees, 3 years' regular service (Group C posts) | Up to 40 years of age (45 for SC/ST) |
SCL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
- Technician 'B' (41 posts): Matriculation/SSLC plus a 2-year NCVT ITI (or National Apprenticeship / National Trade Certificate) in the trade, and 2 years' post-qualification experience. Age 18 to 27 years.
- Technical Assistant (30 posts): First Class 3-year full-time Diploma in the trade, and 2 years' post-qualification experience. Physics and Chemistry need a First Class B.Sc. in that subject instead; Electronics also accepts a First Class B.Sc. in Electronics, and Computer Science a First Class BCA or Computer Science degree. Age 18 to 30 years.
- Junior Personal Assistant (7 posts): 12th pass, with stenography at 80 words per minute (10 minutes' dictation; transcription on computer in 50 minutes for English or 65 minutes for Hindi). Age up to 25 years.
- Administrative, Accounts and Purchase & Stores Officer (5 posts): Graduate with 10 years' experience, Post Graduate with 5 years', or MBA in the stated field with 2 years', at supervisory level. Age up to 35 years.
- Age, qualification and experience are counted on 30 November 2026, the closing date, which stays the same even if the last date is extended. Only Indian nationals can apply.
SCL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- Officer posts: Computer Based Test (Part A 100 marks + Part B 100 marks) and a Personal Interview; CBT and interview carry 60:40 weightage in the panel.
- Junior Personal Assistant: Computer Based Test (Part A, 100 marks) and a stenography skill test; selection on CBT marks for those who qualify the skill test.
- Technical Assistant and Technician 'B': Computer Based Test (Part A 100 + trade-wise Part B 100 marks) and a trade-wise skill test on a go/no-go basis; selection on CBT marks.
- Candidates are shortlisted for the skill test or interview in the ratio of 1:5 (minimum 10) to category-wise vacancies, followed by document verification.
SCL Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
| Stage | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBT Part A (all posts) | General English | 25 | 25 | 60 min for Part A |
| CBT Part A (all posts) | Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | – |
| CBT Part A (all posts) | General Intelligence and Logical Ability | 25 | 25 | – |
| CBT Part A (all posts) | General Knowledge / Current Affairs | 25 | 25 | – |
| CBT Part B (Officer posts, Technical Assistant, Technician 'B') | Curriculum Based Test (trade-wise for technical posts) | 100 | 100 | 60 min |
SCL Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post | Qualification | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Officer (Level 10, ₹56,100–1,77,500) | Graduate with 10 years' or PG with 5 years' experience, or MBA (HR/Personnel) with 2 years' experience at supervisory level | 2 |
| Accounts Officer (Level 10, ₹56,100–1,77,500) | Graduate with 10 years' or PG with 5 years' experience, or MBA (Finance) with 2 years' experience; CA/ICWA also eligible | 1 |
| Purchase & Stores Officer (Level 10, ₹56,100–1,77,500) | Graduate with 10 years' or PG with 5 years' experience, or MBA (Material Management) with 2 years' experience | 2 |
| Junior Personal Assistant (Level 4, ₹25,500–81,100) | 12th pass; stenography 80 wpm (10 min dictation, transcription on computer) | 7 |
| Technical Assistant, 11 trades (Level 7, ₹44,900–1,42,400) | First Class 3-year Diploma in the trade (First Class B.Sc. for Physics/Chemistry; B.Sc. Electronics or BCA also accepted where stated) + 2 years' experience | 30 |
| Technician 'B', 12 trades (Level 3, ₹21,700–69,100) | Matriculation + 2-year NCVT ITI (or NAC/NTC) in the trade + 2 years' experience | 41 |
| Total | 83 | |
Place of posting: S.A.S. Nagar (Mohali), Punjab
How to Apply for SCL Recruitment 2026
- Go to www.scl.gov.in/career.html between 1 November 2026 (11:00 am) and 30 November 2026 (5:00 pm); applications are accepted online only.
- Register with your full name, date of birth, a valid e-mail ID and mobile number, and note the registration number sent to you.
- Fill the form and upload your photograph, signature, left thumb impression and certificates (each file not more than 50 KB).
- Enter your bank details correctly, since any refund of the application fee goes to that account, then pay the fee online (₹1500, ₹1300 or ₹1200 depending on the post) by 30 November 2026, 5:00 pm.
- Check everything through Preview before final submission (no changes are allowed afterwards), then print the form with your application number.
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SCL Recruitment 2026: Complete Details
About SCL Recruitment 2026
Semi-Conductor Laboratory, an autonomous body of the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology at Sector 72, S.A.S. Nagar (Mohali), Punjab, issued Advertisement No. SCL:DR:01/2026 on 24 October 2026. It fills 83 regular posts. Most are technical: 41 Technician 'B' posts in 12 ITI trades and 30 Technical Assistant posts in 11 diploma or science disciplines. The rest are 7 Junior Personal Assistant posts and 5 officer posts in administration, accounts, and purchase and stores.
Trade-wise vacancies
Technician 'B' has Electronics (10), Electronics Mechanic (8), Instrumentation (6), Fitter (3), Electrician (3), Draughtsman Mechanical (3), ICT System Maintenance (2), Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (2), and one post each for Draughtsman Civil, Fire & Safety, Plumber and Mechanic (Diesel). Technical Assistant has Electronics (12), Mechanical (4), Instrumentation (4), Information Technology (2), Chemistry (2), and one post each for Electrical, Computer Science, Civil, Chemical, Fire & Safety and Physics.
Age limit and relaxation
Age is counted on 30 November 2026, the closing date. Technician 'B' applicants must be 18 to 27 years old and Technical Assistant applicants 18 to 30. Junior Personal Assistant applicants must not be over 25, and the three officer posts have an upper limit of 35. SC and ST candidates get 5 extra years, OBC (NCL) 3 and PwBD 10, which becomes 13 for OBC and 15 for SC/ST. Serving staff of autonomous societies under MeitY get 5 years, and central government employees with 3 years' regular service get the relief set out in the notice.
Fee and refund
Everyone first pays the full fee for each post: ₹1500 for the officer posts, ₹1300 for Technical Assistant and ₹1200 for Junior Personal Assistant and Technician 'B'. ₹600 of it is a processing fee that is never refunded. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen candidates get the remaining application fee back in the bank account they enter in the form, but only if they appear in the computer based test.
Exam pattern
Part A of the computer based test is common to all posts: 25 questions each on General English, Quantitative Aptitude, General Intelligence and Logical Ability, and General Knowledge, 100 marks in 60 minutes. Officer and technical posts also take Part B, a 100-question curriculum test in 60 minutes, trade-wise for technical posts. Each right answer gets 1 mark and each wrong answer loses 0.25. Unreserved candidates need 50% to qualify.
Pay and posting
The notice gives the initial basic pay and approximate monthly emoluments: officers ₹56,100 (about ₹1,06,740), Technical Assistant ₹44,900 (about ₹83,700), Junior Personal Assistant ₹25,500 (about ₹48,780) and Technician 'B' ₹21,700 (about ₹41,940). DA, HRA and transport allowance are paid on top, and staff come under the National Pension System. The present posting is at SCL, S.A.S. Nagar, but SCL may post selected candidates anywhere in India.
SCL Recruitment 2026: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for SCL Recruitment 2026?
The online form and fee payment close on 30 November 2026 at 5:00 pm. The form opened on 1 November 2026 at 11:00 am.
How many posts are there in SCL Recruitment 2026?
83 posts in total: 41 Technician 'B', 30 Technical Assistant, 7 Junior Personal Assistant, 2 Administrative Officer, 2 Purchase & Stores Officer and 1 Accounts Officer. The notice prints the post-wise numbers; 83 is their sum.
What is the age limit for SCL Technician B and Technical Assistant?
Technician 'B': 18 to 27 years. Technical Assistant: 18 to 30 years. Age is counted on 30 November 2026. SC/ST get 5 years, OBC (NCL) 3 years and PwBD 10 years (13 OBC, 15 SC/ST) of relaxation.
What is the application fee for SCL Recruitment 2026?
₹1500 for Group A officer posts, ₹1300 for Technical Assistant and ₹1200 for Junior Personal Assistant and Technician 'B'. Of this, ₹600 is a non-refundable processing fee. Women, SC, ST, PwBD and Ex-Servicemen get the rest back if they appear in the CBT.
What is the salary of SCL Technical Assistant and Technician B?
Technical Assistant is Level 7 (basic pay ₹44,900, about ₹83,700 a month in total as per the notice). Technician 'B' is Level 3 (basic ₹21,700, about ₹41,940 a month). Junior Personal Assistant is Level 4 (₹25,500) and the officer posts Level 10 (₹56,100).
Can I apply for both Technical Assistant and Technician B?
Yes, one trade for each post, with a separate application and separate fee for each. The Technical Assistant CBT is held in the morning session and the Technician 'B' CBT in the afternoon. Among the administrative posts, you can apply for only one.
Is experience required for SCL Technician B?
Yes. Every Technician 'B' and Technical Assistant trade asks for 2 years' post-qualification experience in an R&D institute, reputed organisation or industry, as required for the post.
Where will the SCL exam be held and where is the posting?
The CBT is held in New Delhi, Chandigarh, Chennai, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad and Kolkata. The skill test or interview is at S.A.S. Nagar (Mohali) or Chandigarh. Posting is at SCL, S.A.S. Nagar, though SCL may post staff anywhere in India.
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