CSIR – National Institute of Oceanography, Regional Centre Visakhapatnam (CSIR NIO) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography) and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 15 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the offline process.
Offline applications for the vacancies of Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography) and other Posts are open. The last date to apply is 07 August 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application well before the deadline.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography) and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
CSIR NIO – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (Civil Engineering) | 1 | Rs.10900-10900/- | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) | 1 | Rs.10900-10900/- | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| Technician Apprentice (Computer Engineering) | 1 | Rs.10900-10900/- | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography) | 8 | Rs.12300-12300/- | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| Graduate Apprentice (Office Administration, Finance and Accounts, Stores and Purchase, Human Resource Management) | 4 | Rs.12300-12300/- | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| Total Vacancies: | 15 |
CSIR NIO Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for CSIR NIO Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography) and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by CSIR – National Institute of Oceanography, Regional Centre Visakhapatnam. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (Civil Engineering) | Three Years Diploma in Civil Engineering or equivalent |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) | Three Years Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or equivalent |
| Technician Apprentice (Computer Engineering) | Three Years Diploma in Computer Engineering or Information Technology or equivalent |
| Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography) | Bachelor’s degree in any science discipline, including Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Marine Science, Geology, Computer Science or any other equivalent degree in Science |
| Graduate Apprentice (Office Administration, Finance and Accounts, Stores and Purchase, Human Resource Management) | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline, including B.A., B.B.A., B.Com, B.Sc or any equivalent degree in any discipline |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by CSIR – National Institute of Oceanography, Regional Centre Visakhapatnam for Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography) and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Technician Apprentice (Civil Engineering) | Min 18 to Max 24 years |
| Technician Apprentice (Electrical and Electronics Engineering) | Min 18 to Max 24 years |
| Technician Apprentice (Computer Engineering) | Min 18 to Max 24 years |
| Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography) | Min 21 to Max 26 years |
| Graduate Apprentice (Office Administration, Finance and Accounts, Stores and Purchase, Human Resource Management) | Min 21 to Max 26 years |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Graduate Apprentice (Oceanography) and other Posts will be carried out through Walk-in Interview on 2026-08-07, document verification, shortlisting if required. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of CSIR – National Institute of Oceanography, Regional Centre Visakhapatnam. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for CSIR NIO Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Offline Application |
The application for this recruitment of CSIR – National Institute of Oceanography, Regional Centre Visakhapatnam is offline. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment offline by sending the form to Walk-in interview on 2026-08-07 at CSIR-NIO Regional Centre, Visakhapatnam. Reporting time: 9:00 AM. No entry after 10:00 AM. Bring the duly filled application form, original documents and one set of self-attested photocopies. (get form from https://www.nio.res.in/files/view/a23fcc75660b0aa) before 07 August 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Application Form | Download Form |
| Official Website | nio.res.in |