CSIR–National Metallurgical Laboratory (NML), Jamshedpur , under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), has released the official notification for recruitment to the post of Driver (Post Code: D-1) . Eligible Indian citizens can apply through offline (hardcopy) mode before 18 December 2025 (5:45 PM) .
This article covers the complete details such as eligibility, salary, age limit, selection process, syllabus, application process, and official links .
? CSIR-NML Driver Recruitment 2025 Overview Organization CSIR – National Metallurgical Laboratory (NML) Advertisement No. 06/2025 Post Name Driver (Group C, Non-Gazetted) Total Vacancy 01 (UR) Job Location Jamshedpur (and CSIR centers across India) Application Mode Offline – through Hardcopy Publication Date 19 November 2025 Last Date to Apply 18 December 2025 (Thursday, 17:45 hrs) Official Website https://www.nml.res.in
? CSIR-NML Driver Vacancy 2025 – Post Details Post Code: D-1 Name of Post: Driver Details Information Vacancy 01 (UR) Pay Level Level-2 (?19,900 – ?63,200) Approx. Monthly Salary ?36,500/- Category Group C, Non-Gazetted
? CSIR-NML Driver Eligibility Criteria 2025 Essential Qualifications Valid Driving License for LMV & HMV Knowledge of Motor Mechanism (must be able to remove minor defects)Minimum 3 years driving experience 10th Standard Pass Upper Age Limit 27 years (as of last date)Age relaxations applicable for:Widows / Divorced Women / Judicially separated Women Ex-Servicemen Other categories as per Govt rules ? Driver Job Responsibilities Driving LMV & HMV safely for transportation of personnel and materials Maintaining vehicle condition – clean, tidy & roadworthy Working during odd hours, shifts & holidays when required Performing any additional tasks assigned by CSIR-NML ? Selection Process – CSIR-NML Driver Recruitment 2025 The selection will include:
1?? Shortlisting of Applications A committee will shortlist candidates based on eligibility & criteria set by CSIR-NML.
2?? Skill Test (Qualifying Only) Candidates must demonstrate driving skills and vehicle handling.
Key Highlights Organization: NML
Qualification: 10th Pass
Last Date: 2025/12/18
3?? Competitive Written Examination Exam Pattern Subject Questions Marks Negative Marking General Intelligence 25 75 1 mark Quantitative Aptitude 25 75 1 mark General Awareness 25 75 1 mark English Language 25 75 1 mark Total 100 300 Yes
Exam Mode: OMR / Computer-based Duration: 90 minutes Level: Class 10th standard Final Merit List Prepared based on Competitive Written Exam only.
Tie-breaking rules include:
Lesser negative marks Older age Earlier acquisition of qualification Alphabetical order of first name ? Benefits & Allowances Selected candidates will receive:
Dearness Allowance (DA) House Rent Allowance (HRA) Transport Allowance Medical reimbursement Leave Travel Concession Accommodation (as per availability) Pension under New Pension Scheme (NPS) ? How to Apply for CSIR-NML Driver Recruitment 2025 Application Mode: Offline Only Steps to Apply Download the Application Form (Annexure-A) from the official notification. Fill it by hand (in your own handwriting). Affix a recent passport-size colour photograph . Pay the application fee (if applicable). Attach all required documents. Send the hardcopy by Speed Post / Courier to: Controller of Administration
CSIR-National Metallurgical Laboratory
Post-Burma Mines
Jamshedpur – 831007
Jharkhand
Last Date to Reach CSIR-NML Office ? 18 December 2025 (Thursday) Before 5:45 PM
? Application Fee Category Fee General / OBC / Others ?500 SC / ST / PwBD / Women No Fee CSIR Employees No Fee Eligible Ex-Servicemen No Fee
Fee Payment Mode: SBI Collect (Govt/PSU/Courts ? DIRECTOR NML ? Application Fee)
? Documents to Attach 10th Certificate & Marks Card Valid LMV & HMV Driving Licence Experience Certificate Fee Receipt (if applicable) Caste Certificate (if applicable) NOC for Govt employees Ex-Servicemen related documents Additional qualification certificates Name change documents (if applicable) ? Important Links (Official) ? Official Website: https://www.nml.res.in
? Official Notification PDF: https://www.nml.res.in (Available under Recruitment Section) Download Notification
Conclusion The CSIR-NML Driver Recruitment 2025 is a great opportunity for candidates with valid LMV/HMV licenses and driving experience to join a prestigious national R&D organization. Interested individuals must apply offline before 18 December 2025 .
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