The official Currency Note Press (CNP) Nashik Syllabus 2026 and Exam Pattern have been released for Supervisor, Junior Technician, Junior Office Assistant (JOA), and other vacancies. Find the comprehensive post-wise syllabus, CBT structure, marking schemes, skill test requirements, qualifying standards, and expert preparation strategies here.
Currency Note Press Nashik Syllabus 2026
As per the latest Currency Note Press Nashik 2026 recruitment guidelines, the selection process centers on a Computer Based Test (CBT) for all positions, with additional skill assessments like Typing or Stenography for specific roles. Mastering the syllabus and exam pattern is essential for identifying high-yield topics and optimizing your study schedule for success.
CNP Nashik Syllabus and Exam Pattern: Overview
The CNP Nashik syllabus and examination pattern are tailored to the specific requirements of each role. Use the table below to navigate the latest updates and exam configurations.
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization |
Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Limited (SPMCIL)
|
| Unit Name |
Currency Note Press, Nashik
|
| Exam Name |
CNP Nashik Recruitment Exam 2026
|
| Mode of Exam |
Computer Based Test (Online)
|
| Exam Duration | 120 Minutes |
| Selection Process |
CBT/Typing Test/Stenography Test (Post-wise)
|
| Negative Marking |
No Negative Marking
|
| Official Website |
www.cnpnashik.spmcil.com
|
Currency Note Press Nashik Exam Pattern 2026
Exam patterns vary significantly by post. Candidates are advised to review the specific structure relevant to their applied position to ensure a targeted and effective preparation strategy.
Exam Pattern for Supervisor Posts
The following positions share a standardized examination structure:
- Supervisor (Technical Control)
- Supervisor (TO-Printing)
- Supervisor (IT)
- Supervisor (TO-Mechanical)
- Supervisor (TO-AC)
- Supervisor (TO-Electrical)
- Supervisor (TO-Electronics)
- Supervisor (TO-Civil)
- Supervisor (TO-Instrumentation)
- Supervisor (Ink Factory)
- Supervisor (Mechanical/Air Conditioning)
- Supervisor (Electrical/Electronics)
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Professional Knowledge | 105 | 105 | 120 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| Logical Reasoning | 20 | 20 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 120 minutes |
Exam Pattern for Supervisor (Official Language)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Professional Knowledge & Translation Skills | 30 | 30 | 120 minutes |
| General Awareness with Computer Knowledge | 30 | 30 | |
| General Hindi | 30 | 30 | |
| General English | 30 | 30 | |
| Current Affairs/General Knowledge | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 120 minutes |
Exam Pattern for Secretarial Assistant
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| General Awareness | 30 | 30 | 120 minutes |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | |
| Logical Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | |
| Computer Knowledge | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 120 minutes |
Candidates who successfully clear the initial CBT will be invited for the mandatory shorthand and stenography skill assessment:
| Test Details | Information |
| Dictation Speed |
80 words per minute
|
| Dictation Time | 10 Minutes |
| Transcription Time | 30 Minutes |
| Total Duration | 40 Minutes |
Exam Pattern for Artist (Graphic Design)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Professional Knowledge | 85 | 85 | 120 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 | |
| Logical Reasoning | 15 | 15 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 120 minutes |
Exam Pattern for Junior Office Assistant
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| General Awareness | 30 | 30 | 120 minutes |
| English Language | 30 | 30 | |
| Logical Reasoning | 30 | 30 | |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 | 30 | |
| Computer Knowledge | 30 | 30 | |
| Total | 150 | 150 | 120 minutes |
Qualifying the CBT is the gateway to the typing test. Please note that the typing test is strictly qualifying; final merit rankings are determined exclusively by performance in the Computer Based Test.
| Criteria | Requirement |
| English Typing Speed | 40 WPM |
| Hindi Typing Speed | 30 WPM |
| Test Duration | 10 Minutes |
Exam Pattern for Junior Technician Posts
The following Junior Technician roles follow a uniform CBT pattern:
- Junior Technician (Printing)
- Junior Technician (Control)
- Junior Technician (Store)
- Junior Technician (Electrical)
- Junior Technician (Electronics)
- Junior Technician (Machinist)
- Junior Technician (Fitter)
- Junior Technician (Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance/Fitter)
- Junior Technician (Electronics/Instrumentation)
- Junior Technician (Air Conditioning)
- Junior Technician (Ink Factory-Attendant Operator)
- Junior Technician (Ink Factory-Laboratory Assistant)
- Junior Technician (Mechanical/Air Conditioning)
- Junior Technician (Electrical/Electronics)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| Professional Knowledge in Respective Trade | 85 | 85 | 120 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 20 | |
| Logical Reasoning | 15 | 15 | |
| Total | 120 | 120 | 120 minutes |
Currency Note Press Nashik Syllabus 2026
The syllabus is stream-specific. The official recruitment notification outlines the detailed indicative topics for both technical and non-technical post categories.
Syllabus for Supervisor (TO-Printing) & Supervisor (Technical Control)
Basics of Printing
- Types of Printing Processes
- Offset Printing
- Letterpress Printing
- Screen Printing
- Flexography
- Gravure Printing
Pre-Press
- Image Processing
- Colour Separation
- Plate Making Techniques
- Computer to Plate (CTP)
- Layout and Design Basics
Press Section
- Printing Machines and Working Principles
- Machine Maintenance Basics
- Ink-Water Balance
- Registration and Colour Control
Post-Press
- Cutting
- Binding
- Finishing
- Numbering
- Perforation
- Packaging
Printing Materials
- Security Paper
- Coated/Uncoated Paper
- Security Inks
- UV Inks
- Printing Chemicals
- Plates and Blankets
Quality Control
- Printing Defects
- Troubleshooting
- Colour Measurement
- ISO Standards Basics
Industrial Safety & Security
- Industrial Safety Acts
- Security Printing Concepts
- Currency and Stamp Printing
Supervisory & Management Skills
- Production Planning
- Inventory Control
- Shift Management
- Manpower Handling
- Industrial Discipline
Computer Knowledge
- MS Word
- MS Excel
- MS PowerPoint
Syllabus for Supervisor (IT)
- Computer Fundamentals
- Operating Systems
- Networking Concepts
- Database Management Systems
- Cyber Security
- Programming Basics
- Software Engineering
- Internet Technologies
- Hardware Troubleshooting
- MS Office Applications
Syllabus for Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Civil/Instrumentation Supervisors
Mechanical
- Engineering Mechanics
- Thermodynamics
- Strength of Materials
- Machine Design
- Manufacturing Process
- Industrial Maintenance
Electrical
- Electrical Machines
- Power Systems
- Circuit Theory
- Control Systems
- Electrical Measurements
- Industrial Electronics
Electronics
- Analog Electronics
- Digital Electronics
- Communication Systems
- Microprocessors
- Electronic Devices
- Instrumentation Basics
Civil
- Building Materials
- RCC Design
- Surveying
- Construction Technology
- Estimation and Costing
- Environmental Engineering
Instrumentation
- Process Control
- Sensors and Transducers
- Industrial Instrumentation
- Measurement Systems
- PLC and SCADA
Syllabus for Junior Technician Posts
To excel, candidates should focus on trade-specific ITI technical subjects combined with strong proficiency in quantitative aptitude and logical reasoning.
Important Topics Include
- Trade Theory
- Workshop Calculation
- Engineering Drawing
- Electrical Basics
- Machine Tools
- Safety Practices
- Maintenance Procedures
- Industrial Applications
Syllabus for Junior Office Assistant & Secretarial Assistant
General Awareness
- Current Affairs
- Banking and Economy
- Indian History
- Indian Polity
- Static GK
- Important Days
- Government Schemes
English Language
- Reading Comprehension
- Error Detection
- Cloze Test
- Vocabulary
- Synonyms & Antonyms
- Sentence Rearrangement
Quantitative Aptitude
- Simplification
- Percentage
- Ratio and Proportion
- Profit and Loss
- Time and Work
- Average
- Data Interpretation
- Number Series
Logical Reasoning
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations
- Seating Arrangement
- Puzzle
- Syllogism
- Direction Sense
- Analogy
Computer Knowledge
- MS Office
- Internet Basics
- Computer Fundamentals
- Hardware & Software
- Networking Basics
- Shortcut Keys
Currency Note Press Nashik Typing Test Details
The typing proficiency test is a core requirement for candidates applying to Junior Office Assistant positions.
Typing Evaluation Formula
Net Typing Speed (WPM) Formula: [(Gross Strokes – Error Hits) / 5] ÷ Total Time in Minutes.
| Category | Error Relaxation |
| UR | 5% |
| Reserved Categories | 7% |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category |
Minimum Qualifying Percentage
|
| UR/EWS | 55% |
| OBC | 50% |
| SC/ST | 45% |
FAQs
The examination will be administered strictly in a Computer Based Test (CBT) format.
Note: There is no negative marking applicable for incorrect answers in the online examination.
The total duration allotted for the online examination is 120 minutes.
Candidates are required to demonstrate a typing speed of 40 WPM in English or 30 WPM in Hindi.
Yes, all subsequent typing and stenography skill assessments are strictly qualifying in nature.