The Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) located in Nainital, which operates as an autonomous body under the Department of Science and Technology of the Government of India, has initiated a recruitment campaign for 44 Administrative and Technical roles. Eligible candidates who are Indian nationals may submit their applications online for various positions as per Advt. No. ARIES/Estt./2025-26/646. The application period is from 29th August 2025 to 17th October 2025.
ARIES Recruitment 2025 – Notification
| Post Name | Direct Recruitment | Deputation Basis |
| Laboratory Assistant (Level 2) | 01 | – |
| Junior Engineering Assistant (Level 4) | 07 | – |
| Junior Scientific Assistant (Level 4) | 03 | – |
| Engineering Assistant (Level 5) | 04 | 02 |
| Scientific Assistant (Library) (Level 5) | 02 | – |
| Senior Scientific Assistant (Level 6) | 04 | – |
| Senior Scientific Associate (Level 7) | – | 02 |
| Lower Division Clerk (Level 2) | 01 | – |
| Upper Division Clerk (Level 4) | – | 01 |
| Accounts Assistant (Level 5) | 02 | – |
| Administrative Assistant (Level 5) | 01 | 01 |
| Junior Officer (Level 6) | 02 | 02 |
| Personal Assistant (Level 6) | 01 | – |
| Driver (Level 4) | 01 | – |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (Level 1) | 07 | – |
| Total | 36 | 08 |
How to Apply:
Eligible candidates may submit their applications online via the official ARIES portal from August 29, 2025, to October 17, 2025, by 23:59 hrs.
Applicants are required to provide precise information, which includes:
- Personal Information
- Contact Details
- Educational Qualifications
- Work Experience
Candidates must upload the following documents in the specified format:
- Recent Photograph
- Signature
- Educational Certificates
- Experience Certificates
Any necessary hard copy submissions should be placed in an envelope marked as: Application for the Post of ‘___’ in reference to Advt. No. ARIES/Estt./2025-26/646.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Accounts Assistant: B.Com + 5 years’ experience in accounts.
- Administrative Assistant (Direct): Bachelor’s degree + basic computer knowledge.
- Administrative Assistant (Deputation): Bachelor’s degree + basic computer knowledge + 5 years in Pay Level 4.
- Driver: Matriculation + valid driving license + knowledge of motor mechanics + 5 years’ driving experience (3 years in hilly areas) + working knowledge of English/Hindi.
- Engineering Assistant (Direct): 3 years Diploma in Civil/Electronics/Mechanical/Electrical/Computer Engg. + 3 years’ experience.
- Engineering Assistant (Deputation): ITI (2 years) + 2 years’ experience & 5 years in Pay Level 4.
- Junior Officer (Direct): Bachelor’s degree + basic computer knowledge.
- Junior Officer (Deputation): Bachelor’s degree + basic computer knowledge + 6 years in Pay Level 5.
- Junior Engineering Assistant: 2 years ITI certificate in Engineering/Technical stream + 2 years’ post-qualification experience.
- Junior Scientific Assistant: B.Sc. with Physics & Mathematics + 2 years’ experience in a scientific institute/lab.
- Laboratory Assistant: 12th pass from a recognized Board/University.
- Lower Division Clerk: 12th pass + typing speed 35 w.p.m. (English) / 30 w.p.m. (Hindi).
- Multi-Tasking Staff (Non-Technical): Matriculation or equivalent + typing speed 30 w.p.m. (English/Hindi).
- Multi-Tasking Staff (Technical): ITI in relevant trade (Electronics/Mechanic/Electrician/Welding etc.) + skill test.
- Personal Assistant: Bachelor’s degree + shorthand 80 w.p.m. (English) + typing speed 35 w.p.m. (English).
- Scientific Assistant (Library): Bachelor’s in Library/Library & Info Science (60% marks) + 1 year experience.
- Senior Scientific Assistant: Bachelor’s in Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (60% marks).
- Senior Scientific Associate (Deputation): Bachelor’s in Science with PCM (60% marks) + 5 years’ experience in Pay Level 6.
- Upper Division Clerk (Deputation): 12th pass + typing speed 35 w.p.m. (English) / 30 w.p.m. (Hindi) + 8 years in Pay Level 2.
Age Limit:
- Direct Recruitment: 18–27 years for most posts; 18–30 years for Senior Scientific Assistant, Junior Officer, and Personal Assistant; 18–25 years for Multi-Tasking Staff.
- Deputation: Maximum 56 years for all applicable posts.
- Upper age relaxation applicable as per government norms for reserved categories.
Pay Scale:
- Level 1: Rs.18,000–56,900/- (Multi-Tasking Staff).
- Level 2: Rs.19,900–63,200/- (Laboratory Assistant, Lower Division Clerk).
- Level 4: Rs.25,500–81,100/- (Junior Engineering Assistant, Junior Scientific Assistant, Upper Division Clerk, Driver).
- Level 5: Rs.29,200–92,300/- (Engineering Assistant, Scientific Assistant (Library), Accounts Assistant, Administrative Assistant).
- Level 6: Rs.35,400–1,12,400/- (Senior Scientific Assistant, Junior Officer, Personal Assistant).
- Level 7: Rs.44,900–1,42,400/- (Senior Scientific Associate).
Application Fee:
- Payment Method: Online payment gateway (if applicable).
- Details of application fee (if applicable) will be provided in the official notification.
- Exemption for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per government norms.
Important Links:
| ARIES Detailed Application & Notification | Click Here |
Important Dates:
| Opening Date for Online Application | 29/08/2025 (09:00 hrs) |
| Last Date for Online Application | 17/10/2025 (23:59 hrs) |



