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Recruiting authorityCSIR Madras Complex (CSIR-CMC), Chennai
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  • Updated July 21, 2026 11:24 AM
  • by Isaivani Manimaran
  • Applications closed on 19 August 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
  • CSIR Madras Complex (CSIR-CMC), Chennai has released the exam schedule for the Trade Test and Competitive Written Examination for recruitment to the post of Technical Officer (Civil) [A.E (Civil)], Post Code: TO. The notification, dated 16 July 2026, informs shortlisted candidates that the Trade Test will be held on 17 August 2026, followed by the Competitive Written Examination on 18 and 19 August 2026. This article explains the exam dates, timing, venue, exam pattern, admit card details, and other instructions exactly as issued in the official notification.
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CSIR Madras Complex Technical Officer Exam Date 2026 - Quick Overview

ParticularsDetails
Recruiting BodyCSIR Madras Complex (CSIR-CMC), Chennai
Post NameTechnical Officer (Civil) [A.E (Civil)]
Post CodeTO
Advertisement NumberCSIR-CMC Advt. No. MC/02/2021
Notification NumberMC/2/2(46)/2021-Rct.
Notification Date16 July 2026
EventTrade Test and Competitive Written Examination for shortlisted candidates
Trade Test Date17 August 2026 (Monday)
Written Exam Date18 & 19 August 2026 (Tuesday & Wednesday)
VenueCSIR Madras Complex, Taramani, Chennai - 113
Admit Card Available From10 August 2026
Official Websitecsircmc.res.in/careers

CSIR Madras Complex Technical Officer Exam Date 2026 - Important Dates

Sl. No.EventDateTime
1Trade Test17 August 2026 (Monday)Written Component: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Practical / Presentation: 02:00 PM onwards
2Competitive Written Examination (Paper I, II & III)18 August 2026 (Tuesday) & 19 August 2026 (Wednesday)10:00 AM onwards
3Admit Card Download Starts10 August 2026-
  • Both the Trade Test and the Competitive Written Examination will be held at the same venue: CSIR Madras Complex, Taramani, Chennai - 113.

CSIR Madras Complex Technical Officer Exam Date 2026 - Download Link

  • The CSIR Madras Complex Technical Officer Exam Date 2026 has been announced for candidates appearing in the Technical Officer recruitment examination. Candidates can download the CSIR Madras Complex Technical Officer Exam Date 2026 notice and check the complete exam schedule through the official download link. Stay updated with the latest exam date, admit card release, exam pattern, and other important CSIR Madras Complex recruitment updates.
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CSIR CMC Technical Officer (Civil) Exam Pattern 2026

PaperSubjectNo. of QuestionsTime AllottedMaximum MarksNegative Marking
Paper IMental Ability Test501 hour100 (2 marks per correct answer)No negative marking
Paper IIGeneral Awareness2530 minutes (combined)75 (3 marks per correct answer)1 negative mark per wrong answer
Paper IIEnglish Language2575 (3 marks per correct answer)1 negative mark per wrong answer
Paper IIIConcerned Subject (Civil Engineering)10090 minutes300 (3 marks per correct answer)1 negative mark per wrong answer
  • The Competitive Written Examination pattern is detailed in Annexure I of the notification:
  • Mode of Examination: OMR-based or Computer-based Objective Type Multiple Choice Examination
  • Medium of Examination: Questions set in both English and Hindi, except the English Language section
  • Standard of Exam: As per the advertised qualification of the post
  • Total Number of Questions: 200
  • Total Time Allotted: 3 hours
  • Paper-wise Break-up
  • The Mental Ability Test in Paper I is designed to include General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, Problem Solving, and Situational Judgement.

How to Download the Admit Card

  • Since applications for this post were already invited under the 2021 advertisement, this notification only covers admit card release for already-shortlisted candidates. Steps to download the admit card:
  • Visit the official CSIR-CMC careers page: https://www.csircmc.res.in/careers
  • Look for the Admit Card link, which will be available from 10 August 2026.
  • Download the admit card well in time before the exam date and read the instructions carefully.
  • In case of any issue while downloading the admit card, email [email protected] along with the application number.

Important Instructions

  • Shortlisted candidates should download their admit card as soon as it becomes available and carefully go through the instructions mentioned on it.
  • Any admit card download issues should be reported via email to [email protected] with the application number.
  • All candidates appearing for the Trade Test and Competitive Written Examination must make their own travel and accommodation arrangements. CSIR-CMC will not bear any travel or accommodation expenses.
  • Outstation candidates are advised to plan their travel to Chennai well in advance.
  • Candidates may visit the exam venue before the scheduled test date for their convenience.

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Q3. What is the exam pattern for CSIR CMC Technical Officer (Civil)?

  • The written exam has three papers totaling 200 questions in 3 hours: Paper I – Mental Ability Test (50 questions, no negative marking), Paper II – General Awareness and English Language (25 questions each), and Paper III – Concerned Subject/Civil Engineering (100 questions). Paper II and III have 1 negative mark per wrong answer.
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