The CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CECRI) in Karaikudi has released a notification for the engagement of Apprentice Trainees under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961. A walk-in interview will be held to select candidates with ITI, Diploma, and Graduate qualifications for 39 vacancies across various trades. This is a valuable opportunity for freshers to gain training and experience in a premier research institute.
Job Details
Organization
CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CSIR-CECRI)
Employment Type
Apprenticeship Training
Job Title(s)
Trade, Technician & Graduate Apprentice Trainees
Total Vacancies
39
Walk-in-Interview Dates
03rd & 04th November 2025
Location
Karaikudi, Sivaganga, Tamil Nadu
Application Method
Walk-in-Interview
Official Site
cecri.res.in
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Post and Vacancy Details
Post Category
Trade/Discipline
Vacancies
Trade (ITI) Apprentice
Fitter
4
Machinist
1
Electrician
5
Wireman
4
Electronics Mechanic
2
Ref. & AC Mechanic
3
Draughtsman (Civil)
1
Turner
1
Plumber
1
Carpenter
1
Welder
2
PASAA
4
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
Civil Engineering
1
Mechanical Engineering
2
Electrical & Electronics Engineering
2
Electronics & Communication Engineering
1
Graduate Apprentice
B.E/B.Tech in Civil Engineering
1
B.Sc. in Chemistry/Physics
1
Bachelor Degree in any discipline
2
Salary Details
Apprenticeship Category
Monthly Stipend
Trade (ITI) Apprentice (Welder)
₹10,560/-
Trade (ITI) Apprentice (Other Trades)
₹11,040/-
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
₹10,900/-
Graduate Apprentice
₹12,300/-
Educational Qualification
Trade (ITI) Apprentice: Passed ITI in the respective trade (NCVT pattern).
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice: Full-time Diploma in the relevant engineering discipline from a recognized institution.
Graduate Apprentice: Full-time B.E/B.Tech or B.Sc. or any Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university/institution.
Note: Graduate/Technician candidates must have passed their qualifying exam in 2022, 2023, 2024, or 2025.
Age Limit
Category
Minimum Age
Maximum Age
Trade (ITI) Apprentice
14 years
No Limit
Technician (Diploma) Apprentice
18 years
24 years
Graduate Apprentice
21 years
26 years
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on a walk-in interview. If the number of candidates is high, the selection committee may shortlist candidates based on its own criteria.
Register Online: Before attending the interview, candidates must register on the appropriate apprenticeship portal:
ITI Trades: apprenticeshipindia.org
Diploma/Graduate: nats.education.gov.in
Prepare Documents: Arrange all original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies (Qualification, DOB, Caste Certificate, Aadhaar Card, etc.) and a passport-size photograph.
Download Application: Fill out the application form available on the CECRI website.
Attend Walk-in Interview: Appear for the walk-in interview at CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute, College Road, Karaikudi on the scheduled date and time for your trade.
Instructions
Reporting time for the interview is 8:45 AM. No candidate will be allowed after 10:30 AM.
Candidates must not have undergone any apprenticeship training previously.
Candidates should not have one year or more of job experience.
This engagement is for a training period of one year and does not guarantee regular employment at CSIR-CECRI.
Accommodation may be provided if available, with applicable license fees.
