| Board | IOPB |
| State | All India |
| Qualification | SSC/ 10th or HSC/ 12th with Science & Mathematics, together with ITI/ Trade Certificate of at least one year duration in relevant trade. |
| Salary | Level 2 Pay Matrix of the 7th CPC |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 10 Nov 2026 |
All details on this page come from the official recruitment notification published by IOPB (advertisement no. IOP/Recruit/09/2026) — posted . You can check the original notification PDF here. Where a detail is not mentioned in that notification, it is clearly marked as not specified.
The Institute of Physics (IoP), Bhubaneswar, an autonomous research institution under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has announced recruitment for five (05) Group 'C' Tradesman-A posts. This direct recruitment drive is open to eligible candidates who meet the specified educational and age criteria. The application process is offline, and candidates must ensure their applications reach the Institute by 10th November 2026. This is an opportunity for individuals with an SSC/10th or HSC/12th qualification along with an ITI or Trade Certificate of at least one year duration in a relevant trade. The official notification provides complete details regarding eligibility, post-specific qualifications, age limits, and the application procedure. All details provided here are based on the official notification, which holds the final authority.
The Institute of Physics (IoP), Bhubaneswar, is conducting a recruitment drive for Tradesman-A positions. This is a direct recruitment process for Group 'C' posts. Applications are invited from eligible candidates across India.
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of publication of advertisement | 30/09/2026 |
| Last date for receipt of hard copy of application | 10/11/2026 |
Eligibility with respect to age, educational qualification and experience shall be determined as on the last date for receipt of applications.
A total of five (05) vacancies are available for the post of Tradesman-A. The vacancies are distributed across different trades and categories as follows:
| Post Code | Post/Trade | Number of Posts | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| TA-01 | Tradesman (Electrical) | 01 | UR |
| TA-02 | Tradesman (Electrical) | 01 | ST |
| TA-03 | Tradesman (Electrical/ Electronics) | 01 | SC |
| TA-04 | Tradesman (Mechanical /Refrigeration & Air Conditioning) | 01 | UR |
| TA-05 | Tradesman (Mason) | 01 | UR |
Each Post Code represents one vacancy. Candidates wishing to apply for more than one Post Code must submit a separate application for each.
Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria as on the last date for receipt of applications. This includes educational qualifications and age limits.
Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications:
In addition to the above, candidates must possess an ITI/Trade Certificate of at least one year duration in the relevant trade from a Government-recognized Board/Council/Institute. For the Mason trade, an ITI Certificate/National or State Trade Certificate of at least one year duration is required.
Desirable Qualifications:
The age limit for candidates is between 18 to 25 years.
Age relaxation shall be admissible to eligible categories and internal candidates, wherever applicable, as per Government of India/DAE rules, as amended from time to time.
As per the official notification, the application fee details are not explicitly mentioned. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for any applicable fees.
The posts are in Level 2 of the Pay Matrix of the 7th CPC.
The recruitment is through Direct Recruitment. The selection process will comprise a written examination and/or screening, followed by a Trade/Skill Test in the relevant trade, as decided by the Institute. The Trade/Skill Test will assess practical knowledge, safety awareness, and hands-on proficiency relevant to the advertised trade. A Trade Test shall be mandatory.
The detailed scheme/syllabus, qualifying standards, and other instructions will be notified on the Institute's website.
Details regarding the syllabus, exam pattern, and specific qualifying standards for the written examination and trade test will be notified on the Institute's website.
Eligible candidates should submit their applications in the prescribed format available on the Institute's website. The application should be accompanied by self-attested copies of relevant certificates and documents supporting educational qualifications, ITI/trade qualification, experience, date of birth, category (where applicable), and other claims made in the application.
The envelope containing the application must be superscribed with: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TRADESMAN - [TRADE NAME] [POST CODE]".
The completed application should be sent by post to the following address:
The Director
Institute of Physics
P.O. Sainik School
Bhubaneswar - 751005, Odisha
Applications must reach the address on or before 10/11/2026.
Candidates need to submit self-attested copies of the following documents along with their application:
Original certificates will be required for verification at the appropriate stage.
The official notification contains all the detailed information regarding this recruitment. Candidates are strongly advised to read the official notification carefully before applying.
Notification PDF → Click Here
This recruitment requires an offline application. There is no online application link available. Candidates must download the application form from the Institute's website and submit it via post.
Official Website → Click Here
Notification PDF → Click Here
This recruitment information has been compiled based on the official advertisement released by the Institute of Physics (IoP), Bhubaneswar. The official notification PDF is the definitive source for all details, and candidates should refer to it for any clarifications or further information.