The Institute of Physics Bhubaneswar, an autonomous research institute under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has announced recruitment for the post of Tradesman-A, with 5 vacancies across four trades: Electrical, Electrical/Electronics, Mechanical/Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, and Mason. These are Group C technical support roles covering maintenance work in the institute's laboratories, offices and campus facilities at Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
IOPB Tradesman Recruitment 2026
Posted 07 Oct 2026Updated 07 Oct 2026IOP/Recruit/09/2026
Total Vacancies
5
Last Date
10 Nov
23 days left
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Last date 10 Nov 2026 · 23 days left
- Notification30 Sept
- Applications Opentill 10 Nov
About IOPB Tradesman Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Institute of Physics Bhubaneswar , Odisha
- Advertisement No.
- IOP/Recruit/09/2026
- Post Name
- Tradesman (Electrical), Tradesman (Electrical/Electronics) and 2 more
- Job Location
- Bhubaneswar, Odisha
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Full Time
- Age Limit
- 18–25 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Level 2 Pay Matrix of the 7th CPC
Vacancy Breakdown
Tradesman (Electrical)
2
UR 1ST 1
Tradesman (Electrical/Electronics)
1
SC 1
Tradesman (Mechanical/Refrigeration & Air Conditioning)
1
UR 1
Tradesman (Mason)
1
UR 1
Total5
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tradesman (Electrical) | 1 | — | 1 | 2 |
| Tradesman (Electrical/Electronics) | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| Tradesman (Mechanical/Refrigeration & Air Conditioning) | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Tradesman (Mason) | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Grand Total | 3 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Tradesman (Electrical)2 posts
- Qualification
- SSC/10th with minimum 60% marks OR HSC/12th with Science & Mathematics, together with ITI/Trade Certificate of at least one year duration in Electrician Trade from a Government-recognized Board/Council/Institute.
- Post Code
- TA-01 (UR), TA-02 (ST)
- Desirable
- Lineman (MV) certificate/licence awarded by the Electrical Inspector of a State Government; industrial experience in electrical maintenance will be given preference.
- Job Profile
- Maintenance of office, laboratory and domestic electrical wiring, distribution panels, street lighting, underground cable fault tracing, repair and connections, UPS supply distribution, lighting systems, water-supply pumping stations and starters, earthing points, and operation and maintenance of diesel generator sets; three-shift duties for the electrical substation.
Tradesman (Electrical/Electronics)1 post
- Qualification
- SSC/10th with minimum 60% marks OR HSC/12th with Science & Mathematics, together with ITI/Trade Certificate of at least one year duration in Electrician/Electronic Trade from a Government-recognized Board/Council/Institute.
- Post Code
- TA-03 (SC)
- Desirable
- Industrial experience in electrical/electronics maintenance will be given preference.
- Job Profile
- Operation and maintenance support for the Ion Beam Laboratory and other advanced laboratories; PCB soldering; repair and maintenance of electronic power supplies; and repair and maintenance support for split/window ACs, water coolers and refrigerators.
Tradesman (Mechanical/Refrigeration & Air Conditioning)1 post
- Qualification
- SSC/10th with minimum 60% marks OR HSC/12th with Science & Mathematics, together with ITI/Trade Certificate of at least one year duration in Mechanical/Refrigeration & Air conditioning Trade from a Government-recognized Board/Council/Institute.
- Post Code
- TA-04 (UR)
- Desirable
- Sound knowledge/experience in refrigeration and air-conditioning systems and air compressors will be given preference.
- Job Profile
- Operation and maintenance support for the Ion Beam Laboratory and other advanced laboratories; fitting/assembly and mechanical maintenance work; repair and maintenance of split/window ACs, water coolers, refrigerators and related equipment.
Tradesman (Mason)1 post
- Qualification
- SSC/10th with minimum 60% marks OR HSC/12th with Science & Mathematics, together with ITI Certificate/National or State Trade Certificate of at least one year duration in Mason Trade from a Government-recognized Board/Council/Institute.
- Post Code
- TA-05 (UR)
- Desirable
- Relevant experience in institutional/residential/hospital/commercial buildings will be desirable.
- Job Profile
- All types of masonry and allied civil maintenance work in the Institute's office, laboratory and residential areas, including repair, plastering, brick/block work and tiles/stone work.
Age Limit
18 to 25 years as on the last date for receipt of applications
Age Relaxation
As per Government of India/DAE rules, admissible to eligible categories and internal candidates wherever applicable.
Selection Process
- 1Written Examination and/or Screening
Conducted as decided by the Institute in accordance with the applicable Recruitment Rules; the detailed scheme, syllabus and qualifying standards will be notified on the Institute website.
- 2Trade/Skill Test
Mandatory; assesses practical knowledge, safety awareness and hands-on proficiency relevant to the advertised trade.
Salary Structure
Level 2 Pay Matrix of the 7th CPC
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form from the Institute's website.
- 2Fill in the form, clearly indicating the Post Code applied for.
- 3Attach self-attested copies of educational qualifications, ITI/trade qualification, experience, date of birth proof and category certificate where applicable.
- 4Superscribe the envelope with 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TRADESMAN - [TRADE NAME] [POST CODE]'.
- 5Send the completed application by post to The Director, Institute of Physics, P.O. Sainik School, Bhubaneswar - 751005, Odisha, to reach on or before 10 November 2026.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested copies of educational qualifications
•ITI/trade qualification certificate
•Experience certificate
•Date of birth proof
•Category certificate where applicable
Important Details
- Eligibility for age, educational qualification and experience is determined as on the last date for receipt of applications.
- The ITI/Trade Certificate must be of not less than one year duration, and prescribed experience is counted only after obtaining the requisite qualification.
- Each Post Code represents one vacancy, and a candidate applying for more than one Post Code must submit a separate application for each.
- Candidates employed in Central/State Government, Autonomous Bodies, PSUs or Government-funded institutions should apply through proper channel; an advance copy may be submitted within the prescribed time.
- Selected candidates may be required to work in laboratories, service areas, residential/campus facilities and shifts.
- The posts carry two years of probation, subject to applicable rules.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate apply for more than one post in IOPB Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
Yes. Each Post Code represents one vacancy, so a candidate applying for more than one Post Code must submit a separate application for each.
Is the Trade Test compulsory for IOPB Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
Yes. The notification states that a Trade Test shall be mandatory, and it assesses practical knowledge, safety awareness and hands-on proficiency in the relevant trade.
Can government employees apply for IOPB Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
Yes, but candidates employed in Central or State Government, Autonomous Bodies, PSUs or Government-funded institutions should apply through proper channel, and an advance copy may be submitted within the prescribed time.
What is the probation period for the selected candidates?
The probation period is two years, subject to applicable rules.
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