Overview
The Institute of Physics, Bhubaneswar (IOPB) has announced the IOPB Tradesman Recruitment 2026 process for eligible candidates seeking technical employment at the institute. Applications are to be submitted in offline mode, while the exact number of Tradesman vacancies will be confirmed through the detailed official notification.
Applicants should carefully verify the trade-wise eligibility conditions, age requirements, prescribed application format and submission deadline before sending their forms.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Institute of Physics, Bhubaneswar (IOPB) |
| Post Name | Tradesman |
| Total Vacancies | To be announced |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Official Website | www.iopb.res.in |
Important Dates
The recruitment schedule has not been specified in the available announcement. Candidates should monitor the IOPB recruitment page for the detailed timetable.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
Applications must reach the designated IOPB address by the prescribed closing date. Forms received after the deadline may be rejected, even if they were posted earlier.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Candidates are generally expected to have passed Class 10/Matriculation from a recognised board.
- A relevant ITI certificate or equivalent trade qualification from a recognised institution may be required for the Tradesman post.
- The required ITI discipline must correspond to the trade mentioned against the vacancy in the detailed notification.
- Applicants awaiting final qualification results should confirm whether they are eligible before applying.
- Educational and technical qualifications must have been obtained by the eligibility cut-off date specified by IOPB.
Age Limit
- The minimum and maximum age limits will be provided in the detailed recruitment notification.
- Age will be calculated as on the cut-off date fixed by the institute.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit may apply to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories under applicable Central Government rules.
- Candidates seeking age relaxation must attach valid supporting certificates in the prescribed format.
Fees
- The category-wise application fee, if applicable, is yet to be announced.
- Candidates should not make any payment until they have checked the official notification and accepted payment method.
- Fee exemptions may be available for specified reserved categories, women or other eligible applicants, subject to the recruitment rules.
Selection Process
The exact selection method will be confirmed by IOPB. The recruitment process is expected to include the following stages:
- Written Examination: Shortlisted applicants may be tested on general knowledge, basic mathematics, reasoning, science and trade-related subjects.
- Trade or Skill Test: Candidates may be required to demonstrate practical knowledge and proficiency in the relevant technical trade.
- Document Verification: Final eligibility will be checked through original educational, ITI, age, category and identity documents. A medical examination may also be conducted if prescribed.
Merely submitting an application will not guarantee permission to participate in the selection process. IOPB may shortlist candidates after scrutinising their forms and supporting records.
How to Apply
- Visit the official IOPB website at www.iopb.res.in and open the recruitment or vacancies section.
- Download the complete Tradesman Recruitment 2026 notification and prescribed offline application form.
- Read the eligibility conditions, trade requirements, age limit and instructions before filling out the form.
- Enter personal, educational, technical and communication details clearly. Avoid overwriting or leaving mandatory fields blank.
- Affix a recent passport-size photograph and sign at all locations specified in the application form.
- Attach self-attested copies of the Class 10 certificate, ITI certificate, marksheets, category certificate, experience record and valid identity proof, as applicable.
- Pay the application fee through the notified method, if a fee is prescribed, and attach proof of payment.
- Place the completed form and documents in an envelope. Write the post and trade applied for on the envelope if instructed.
- Send the application by the permitted postal service to the address stated in the official notification so that it arrives before the deadline.
- Retain a copy of the submitted form, fee receipt and postal tracking record for future reference.
Candidates should not send the application to an address obtained from an unofficial communication. The postal address and envelope format must be verified from the notification PDF.
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FAQs
1. What is the application mode for IOPB Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
The application process is offline. Candidates must submit the prescribed form and supporting documents through the method specified by IOPB.
2. How many Tradesman vacancies are available?
The total and trade-wise vacancy count has not yet been specified. It will be available in the detailed official notification.
3. Is an ITI certificate required for the Tradesman post?
A relevant ITI or equivalent trade qualification is generally required in addition to Class 10. Candidates must check the post-wise qualification in the official notification before applying.
