Currency Note Press Nashik Recruitment 2026 is officially here, and it brings one of the biggest government job opportunities of the year for engineering diploma holders, ITI-qualified candidates, and graduates across India. Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Limited (SPMCIL) has released Advertisement No. CNPN/HR/Rec./01/2026 through Employment News, inviting applications for 534 posts across Supervisor and Junior Technician categories. Candidates from all states can apply online starting April 20, 2026.
Four SPMCIL Units, One Recruitment Drive
This recruitment is not limited to the Nashik press alone. SPMCIL has opened these 534 vacancies across four of its production units Currency Note Press Nashik (CNPN), India Security Press Nashik (ISPN), Bank Note Press Dewas (BNPD), and Security Paper Mill Hoshangabad (SPPH). All four units produce currency notes, bank notes, and critical government security documents under the Ministry of Finance. Candidates should check unit-wise vacancies carefully in the official full notification before applying.
534 Posts: Full Vacancy Breakdown
The recruitment covers a wide range of technical and administrative posts. Here are the key positions and their vacancy counts:
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Technician (Control) | 227 |
| Junior Technician (Printing) | 108 |
| Junior Technician (Fitter) | 20 |
| Junior Technician (Electronics) | 15 |
| Junior Technician (Electrical) | 12 |
| Junior Technician (Machinist) | 8 |
| Supervisor (Technical-Control) | 27 |
| Supervisor (TO-Printing) | 25 |
| Junior Office Assistant | 22 |
| Supervisor (TO-Electrical) | 8 |
| Supervisor (TO-Electronics) | 9 |
| Supervisor (IT) | 6 |
| Supervisor (TO-Mechanical) | 7 |
| Welfare Officer | 2 |
| Safety Officer | 1 |
| Other Supervisor & Technician Posts | 34 |
| Grand Total | 534 |
Junior Technician (Control) alone accounts for 227 posts — making it the single largest category in this recruitment drive.
Skills Required
Junior Technician Posts
ITI trade proficiency (Printing, Control, Electrical, Electronics, Fitter, Machinist), hands-on equipment operation, basic technical troubleshooting, workshop safety awareness, reading technical drawings
Supervisor Posts
Engineering diploma/degree knowledge, team supervision, production process monitoring, report writing, quality control inspection, trade-specific technical expertise (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, IT, Civil, Printing)
Administrative/Assistant Posts
Computer proficiency (MS Office), typing speed, document management, Hindi/English communication, data entry accuracy
Salary (IDA Pay Scale — 3rd PRC)
| Post Category | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Welfare Officer, Safety Officer | ₹29,740 – ₹1,03,000 |
| Supervisor (All Technical Disciplines) | ₹27,600 – ₹95,910 |
| Supervisor (Official Language), Secretarial Assistant, Artist | ₹23,910 – ₹85,570 |
| Junior Office Assistant | ₹21,540 – ₹77,160 |
| Junior Technician (All Trades) | ₹18,780 – ₹67,390 |
Pay scales follow the 3rd Pay Revision Commission (PRC) under the IDA (Industrial Dearness Allowance) pattern applicable to all SPMCIL unit.
Type of Work
Junior Technician
Shop-floor production work, machine operation, printing press maintenance, electrical/electronics equipment handling, quality checks on currency note components, ink factory operations — all within a high-security manufacturing environment
Supervisor
Overseeing production lines, managing technician teams, enforcing quality and safety standards, coordinating with engineering departments, maintaining production logs, and ensuring compliance with RBI and Ministry of Finance protocols
Administrative/Assistant Posts
Office coordination, document processing, HR support, translation work (Official Language), graphic design for security documents, store inventory management.
Benefits & Perks
All SPMCIL employees receive the following as part of their compensation package:
- Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA) — Cost-of-living adjustment revised periodically
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) — Based on posting city category
- Travel Allowance (TA/DA) — For official travel and transfers
- Medical Policy — Comprehensive healthcare for employee and dependents, including routine check-ups and financial aid for major illnesses
- Provident Fund (PF) — Contributory PF with employer contribution
- Gratuity — Long-service gratuity benefit
- Pension Scheme — Post-retirement financial security
- Performance Related Pay (PRP) — Annual incentive based on individual and unit performance
- Group Insurance — Life and accident cover
- Cafeteria Benefits — Subsidized meals/canteen facility at press units
- Promotion Policy — Structured internal promotion based on seniority and performance
- Laptop/Telephone Policy — For eligible supervisory and administrative grades
- Leave Policy — Earned leave, sick leave, casual leave, and special leave as per SPMCIL rules
Mark These Dates Before You Miss Them
The application window is exactly 30 days long. Here is the complete timeline:
- Notification Published: April 2026 (Employment News)
- Online Application Start: April 20, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: May 19, 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Fee Payment Deadline: May 19, 2026
- Exam Date: To be notified later
- Result Date: To be notified later
The portal goes live at cnpnashik.spmcil.com on April 20. Candidates should not wait until the last week, as server congestion near the deadline is common with high-traffic government recruitment portals.
Who Can Apply: Eligibility at a Glance
Educational qualifications vary by post. The core requirements are:
- Junior Technician (All Trades): Class 10 pass + ITI certificate in the relevant trade
- Supervisor (Technical Posts): Diploma or B.Tech/B.E. in the relevant engineering discipline
- Supervisor (IT): Diploma or Degree in Computer Engineering or Information Technology
- Junior Office Assistant: Graduation with computer knowledge and typing skills
- Welfare Officer: Degree or Master’s in Social Work, Labour Welfare, or HR
- Artist (Graphic Design): Degree or Diploma in Fine Arts or Graphic Design
Age limits also differ by category. Junior Technician applicants must fall between 18 and 25 years. Junior Office Assistants, Secretarial Assistants, and Artist posts require candidates aged 18 to 28 years. All Supervisor posts carry an upper age limit of 30 years.
Age Relaxation for Reserved Categories
The government’s standard age relaxation rules apply here:
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years relaxation
- PwBD (Unreserved): 10 years relaxation
- PwBD (OBC): 13 years relaxation
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Government of India norms
- Departmental Candidates: As per SPMCIL internal rules
Selection Process: Three Stages to Final Appointment
SPMCIL follows a clean three-stage selection process for this recruitment:
- Written Examination — Objective-type questions covering technical knowledge, general awareness, reasoning, and numerical ability
- Document Verification — Original certificates checked against application data
- Medical Examination — Fitness test at a designated government facility before final joining
There is no group discussion or personal interview round for these posts, keeping the process merit-based and transparent.
Application Fee Details
The fee structure follows the official notification guidelines. General, OBC, and EWS candidates pay an application fee as specified in the notification. SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and female candidates may receive a fee exemption as per SPMCIL policy. All payments go through the online portal only no offline challan or DD is accepted.
How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step
Follow these steps carefully once the portal opens on April 20:
- Visit cnpnashik.spmcil.com and click on the ‘Careers’ tab
- Select the recruitment notification for Supervisor and Junior Technician 2026
- Click ‘Apply’ and then register using your name, mobile number, and email ID
- Log in with the credentials you receive and fill in your personal and educational details
- Upload your photograph, signature, and required documents in the specified formats
- Pay the application fee online via UPI, net banking, or debit/credit card
- Review the completed form, submit it, and save the printout for future reference
Keep these documents ready before you sit down to fill the form: Class 10 marksheet, ITI/Diploma/Degree certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, PwBD/ESM certificate (if applicable), and a passport-size photograph with a clear white background.
