SINP Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 62 Scientific, Technical & Administrative Posts

SINP Recruitment 2026 is now officially open, and it’s excellent news for candidates hoping to build a career in one of India’s premier research institutions. The Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics (SINP), Kolkata — a grant-in-aid institution under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of India — has released Advertisement No. SINP/Estt./Advt./11/2026, inviting applications for 62 vacancies across Scientist ‘C’, Scientific Assistant ‘B’, Technician ‘B’, Assistant Administrative Officer, Lower Division Clerk, Security Guard, Work Assistant, and Halwai-cum-Cook posts. Online registration opened on 31st July 2026 and stays open until 15th September 2026. Whether you’re a science graduate, a technical diploma holder, or looking for a stable administrative role in a Central Government institution, this guide covers everything — eligibility, fees, salary information, selection stages, and how to apply correctly.

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SINP Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview

Important Dates

Keep these dates handy so you don’t miss any step of the SINP Recruitment 2026 process.

⚠️ Don’t wait for the last day! Government application portals tend to slow down close to the deadline — try to submit your SINP Recruitment 2026 application at least a few days early.

SINP Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

A total of 62 vacancies are notified across the Scientific, Technical, and Administrative & Auxiliary categories.

Scientific Category (Direct Recruitment)

Technical Category (Direct Recruitment)

Administrative & Auxiliary Category

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Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Qualification requirements vary post to post at SINP. Here’s the broad pattern:

• Technician ‘B’ posts: Secondary School Certificate (SSC) along with a relevant ITI trade certificate.
• Scientific Assistant ‘B’ posts: A Diploma in the relevant engineering or technology discipline.
• Scientist ‘C’ posts: An M.Sc. in Physics or an allied discipline, along with the specific research/experience requirement listed for that post code.

✅ Exact subject-wise and discipline-wise qualification requirements, along with any required experience, are detailed in the official notification. Always cross-check your specific post code before applying.

Age Limit (as on the closing date)

The base upper age limit for each post is defined in the official notification — refer to it for your specific post code before calculating your relaxed age limit.

Application Fee for SINP Recruitment 2026

Women candidates, PwBD candidates, Ex-Servicemen, and candidates applying for the Deputation post (AAO-I) are exempted from paying the fee. SC/ST candidates get the fee exemption only for posts reserved for their category. Fees must be paid through online remittance, and once paid, they are non-refundable.

Salary and Pay Scale

SINP has not published a detailed pay level or in-hand salary breakup in the summary notification. For the exact Pay Level, Basic Pay, and applicable allowances (DA, HRA, TA) for each post code, check the official notification PDF before applying.

💡 Pro Tip: As a DAE grant-in-aid institution, SINP posts typically follow Central Government pay matrix levels similar to other DAE units — but always confirm the exact figures from the official document rather than relying on assumptions.

SINP Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

Selection stages differ by post, so check which one applies to you:

1. Scientist ‘C’: Shortlisted candidates appear for an interview. A qualifying written test may also be held, but final merit is based purely on interview marks.
2. Scientific Assistant ‘B’ and Technician ‘B’: A qualifying written test, followed by a trade test. Final merit is based on trade test marks only.
3. Assistant Administrative Officer – I: Written exam combined with a review of APAR (Annual Performance Appraisal Report).
4. Lower Division Clerk: Written test followed by a qualifying typing skill test; merit is based on written test marks among those who clear the skill test.
5. Security Guard A: Qualifying physical fitness test followed by a written test; merit is based on written test marks.
6. Work Assistant ‘A’: MCQ-based written test; merit is based on written test marks.
7. Halwai-cum-Cook: Qualifying written test followed by a cooking skill test; merit is based on skill test marks.

📌 Also Read: ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026 — for candidates also exploring scientific and technical roles in other Central Government research bodies.

How to Apply for SINP Recruitment 2026?

1. Visit the official SINP job portal at saha.ac.in.
2. Register and log in to the online application portal.
3. Fill in the application form with your personal, educational, and communication details.
4. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and all supporting documents.
5. Pay the applicable application fee online, unless you’re exempted.
6. Review your filled application carefully before final submission.
7. Save the completed application as a PDF file after submission.
8. Email the saved PDF, along with supporting documents renamed as “Post Code_Application No.”, to recruit.staff@saha.ac.in — mention your name and the post applied for in the subject line.

💡 Pro Tip: Keep your photograph (20–50 KB) and signature (10–40 KB) scanned and saved in advance — it makes the online application process much smoother. If you’re applying for more than one post, remember you must submit a separate application and separate fee for each post code.

📌 Also Read: NIC Scientist Recruitment 2026 for a similar Scientist-level opportunity in a Central Government scientific body.

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Summing Up…

With 62 vacancies spread across scientific, technical, and administrative roles, SINP Recruitment 2026 is a solid opportunity if you’re looking for a stable career at a respected DAE research institution. Go through the eligibility criteria carefully for your specific post code, keep your documents ready, and submit your application well before the 15th September 2026 deadline. For the latest updates on SINP Recruitment 2026, and more Sarkari Naukri alerts from Central Government departments and PSUs, bookmark govtserviceinfo.com and join our Telegram channel for instant notifications.

Disclaimer: All information in this article has been sourced from the official recruitment notification published by the Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics (SINP). GovtServiceInfo.com is not a recruiting authority and does not accept job applications. We strongly recommend reading the full official notification before applying and verifying all details — especially dates, eligibility, and fees — directly from the official website. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority after the date of publication.