Candidates have to apply online only through the official CSIR website i.e. https://ldce.csir.res.in from 24 September, 2026 (Thursday) at 10:00 AM to 14 October, 2026 (Wednesday) upto at 17:00 Hrs on your Browser (Preferably Google Chrome). No other means/mode of application will be accepted.

1. Candidates should use official E-mail id only for registration. This is essential for him/her in getting communication advice, etc. by E-mail. Candidates are also advised to keep checking their spam/junk mail box, in addition to inbox folder. No change in E-mail id will be entertained during the entire process of the Departmental Exam
2. The candidate is required to keep details about bio-data/necessary details ready to enable him/her to fill up the application form correctly.
3. Scan your Photograph, Signature, University Degree Certificate.

1. Upload jpeg or jpg file only, sized less than 100 kb (200 pixels in height and 150 pixels in width).
2. Photograph must be a recent passport size colour picture, against a light-coloured,(preferably white) background.
3. Look straight at the camera with a relaxed face.
4. If you have to use flash, ensure there is no "red-eye".
5. If you wear glasses make sure that there are no reflections and your eyes can be clearly seen.
6. Caps, hats and dark glasses are not acceptable. Religious head wear is allowed but it must not cover your face.

1. Upload jpeg or jpg file only, sized less than 100 kb (50 pixels in height and 150 pixels in width).
2. The applicant has to sign on white paper in Black ink.
3. The signature must be signed only by the applicant and not by any other person.
4. The Applicant's signature obtained on the attendance sheet at the time of the interview should match with the uploaded signature. In case of mismatch, the candidate may be disqualified.

1. Candidates satisfying the conditions of eligibility are first required to visit website https://ldce.csir.res.in
2. The first step is "Registration". Click Apply online and proceed for registration with your basic details. On successful registration you will get a User ID and password to your registered email and mobile number. Candidates are advised to carefully note the allotted User ID and password. You may log in anytime before the closing date of submitting application and complete the online application form using User ID and password. Click on "Forgot Password" and follow the steps to retrieve lost User ID & Password.
3. The Online Application Form has 6 tabs


4. Candidate should fill the correct information and will be held responsible for any typographical or other errors in data feeding. Later on no request will be entertained for correction.
5. Candidate can Login any number of times and fill information in the above mentioned pages. He/She need to save/ update the contents to preserve the filled information.
6. After filling information in all the pages and uploading the documents, candidate can preview and verify the entire application form before finally clicking SUBMIT APPLICATION button.
7. Please note application form details can't be changed or edited after the final submission. Please ensure that all the details are checked before clicking the OK button.
8. After successful submission of Online Application Form, candidates are requested to take print out of the online application form and get it verified from the Sr.CoA/CoA/AO of the respective Laboratory. Candidates need to upload the Lab Verified Application / Document to complete application process. Candidate may please note that Lab verification document should be uploaded by the candidate only.
9. Candidates shall be solely responsible for filling up the online applications correctly.
10. To avoid last minute rush or any technical issues with the candidates all the applicants are advised to apply online well in advance.