CSIO ISTC Diploma Admissions 2026 Open – Apply Online for 2026–27 Session

Applications are now open for admission to the Indo-Swiss Training Centre (ISTC) under the CSIR–Central Scientific Instruments Organisation (CSIR-CSIO) for the academic session 2026–27. ISTC offers prestigious full-time Diploma and Advanced Diploma programmes designed to provide industry-oriented technical skills. Admission will be based on performance in the Entrance Examination conducted by CSIR-CSIO on 05 July 2026 (Sunday). The examination will be held at Chandigarh and New Delhi.

Table of Contents

• CSIO ISTC 2026 – Overview

• Course Offerings

• Eligibility Criteria

• Selection Process

• Application Fee

• Entrance Exam Syllabus

• Application Procedure

• Important Dates

• Prospectus & Application Link

Eligible candidates from across India can apply through the official portal: https://career.csio.res.in/istc2026/ The online application process will begin on 01 May 2026 and will close on 03 June 2026 at 05:00 PM. Applicants are advised to carefully review the detailed admission process, eligibility criteria, and application instructions provided below.

CSIO ISTC 2026 – Overview (Quick Summary)

Courses Offered

• Advanced Diploma in Die & Mould Making – 4 Years (30 Seats)

• Advanced Diploma in Mechatronics & Industrial Automation – 4 Years (30 Seats)

• Diploma in Electronics Engineering – 3 Years (60 Seats)

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Tool & Die) – 3 Years (60 Seats)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

• Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th) or equivalent with Mathematics, Science, and English as subjects.

• Minimum marks required: 50% (40% for SC/ST candidates).

• Candidates appearing for the examination in the current year are also eligible to apply.

Age Limit:

• Candidates should be born on or after:

  • 01 August 2007 (General Category)

  • 01 August 2004 (SC/ST Candidates)

Selection Process

• Entrance Examination

• Admission Counselling

Application Fee

• SC/ST Candidates: ₹600

• Other Candidates: ₹1200

• Payment Mode: Online

Entrance Exam Syllabus

The entrance examination will include questions from the following subjects:

• Mathematics

• Science

• Aptitude

• English

• General Knowledge

The overall syllabus will be based on the Class 10 (Matriculation) level.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria must apply online through the official portal:
https://career.csio.res.in/istc2026/ The application window will open on 01 May 2026 and will remain active until 03 June 2026 (05:00 PM). Applicants are advised to complete the registration process within the specified timeline.

Important Dates – CSIO ISTC 2026

CSIO ISTC 2026 Prospectus & Application Links