Attention Aspiring Engineers: Your Dream Job Awaits! But here's where it gets controversial: Is a one-year contract with potential extension worth the effort? The Fluid Control Research Institute (FCRI) has just announced its 2025 recruitment drive, offering 37 positions for Trainee Engineers and Project Staff. This could be your chance to kickstart a career in a cutting-edge field, but it’s not without its trade-offs. Let’s dive into the details and explore whether this opportunity aligns with your career goals.
Updated on 11 December 2025, 10:37 AM
By Abisha Muthukumar
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The Fluid Control Research Institute (FCRI) has officially opened applications for 37 Trainee Engineer and Project Staff positions. If you’re eligible and interested, you’ll need to apply offline through the FCRI website before the deadline of 30 December 2025. Below, we’ve broken down everything you need to know, from eligibility criteria to the selection process, to help you decide if this is the right move for you.
Company & Post Details
- Company Name: Fluid Control Research Institute (FCRI)
- Post Names: Project Staff ITI, Trainee Engineer
- Total Posts: 37
- Salary Range: Rs.17,500/- to Rs.28,000/-
- Qualifications: B.E/B.Tech, Diploma, First Class ITI in relevant trade (one or two-year vocational program)
- Age Limit: 28 to 30 years
- Application Period: 26 November 2025 to 30 December 2025
- Official Website: www.fcriindia.com
Vacancy Breakdown
Here’s a closer look at the positions available:
| Post Name | Total Posts | Category Distribution |
|-----------------------------|-------------|-------------------------------|
| Project Staff ITI Machinist | 2 | Gen-1, OBC-NCL-01 |
| Project Staff ITI Fitter | 2 | Gen-01, OBC-NCL-01 |
| Project Staff ITI Welder | 2 | Gen-01, OBC-NCL-01 |
| Project Staff ITI Plumber | 2 | Gen-01, SC-01 |
| Project Staff ITI Electrical| 2 | Gen-01, ST-01 |
| Project Staff ITI – MRAC | 2 | Gen-01, EWS-01 |
| Trainee Engineer (Graduate) | 15 | |
| Trainee Engineer (Diploma) | 10 | |
Eligibility Criteria
Each role has specific requirements. Here’s a simplified breakdown:
- Project Staff ITI (Machinist, Fitter, Welder): First Class ITI in the respective trade, with experience in fabrication, assembly, and machining. Knowledge of hand and specialized tools is essential.
- Project Staff ITI Plumber: First Class ITI in Plumbing, with experience in water supply and sewage system installation, repair, and maintenance.
- Project Staff ITI Electrical: First Class ITI in Electrical trade, with an “Electricity Worker Permit” or 3 years of industry experience. Troubleshooting and maintenance skills are required.
- Project Staff ITI – MRAC: First Class ITI in MRAC, with experience in air-conditioning and refrigeration system installation and maintenance.
- Trainee Engineer (Graduate/Diploma): B.E/B.Tech or Diploma in relevant disciplines.
Salary Structure
- Project Staff ITI: Rs.17,500/- (1st Year), Rs.19,500/- (2nd Year)
- Trainee Engineer (Graduate): Rs.28,000/- Stipend
- Trainee Engineer (Diploma): Rs.21,000/- Stipend
Age Limit (as of 30 December 2025)
- Project Staff ITI: 28 years
- Trainee Engineer (Graduate): 30 years
- Trainee Engineer (Diploma): 28 years
Selection Process
And this is the part most people miss: the selection process is rigorous. Here’s what you need to know:
1. Test and Interview: You must score a minimum of 30% in the test to qualify for the interview.
2. Test Content: Specific experience criteria, aptitude in relevant engineering discipline, and general aptitude (logical reasoning, numerical ability).
3. Interview Cut-Off: Determined by the selection committee based on the number of posts.
4. No TA/DA: Travel and accommodation expenses are not covered for the test or interview.
General Instructions
- Contract Duration: Initially one year, extendable up to three years based on performance.
- Leave Policy: One-day Casual Leave per month, Medical Leave up to 15 days per year.
- Health Requirements: Medical Fitness Certificate required at joining. Unfit candidates may be terminated.
- Application Submission: Download the form from the FCRI website, fill it out, and email it with scanned enclosures to [emailprotected].
How to Apply
1. Download the application form from the FCRI website.
2. Fill it out, sign all pages, and scan it into a single PDF file.
3. Enclose scanned copies of relevant certificates (Class X Certificate, Marksheets, ITI Certificate, Caste Certificate, Experience Certificate).
4. Email the PDF to [emailprotected] with the subject line “Project Staff- ITI”.
5. Ensure the email body includes: Notification Number & Date, Post Name, Post CODE, Branch of Engineering, Candidate Name, Phone Number, and Category.
Important Links
- Official Notification: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
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FAQs
1. Application Start Date: 26 November 2025
2. Application Deadline: 30 December 2025
3. Eligibility: B.Tech/B.E, Diploma, ITI
4. Maximum Age Limit: 30 Years
5. Total Vacancies: 37
Controversial Question: Is a short-term contract with FCRI worth the investment of time and effort? Share your thoughts in the comments below—we’d love to hear your perspective!
