Vacancies: 41 · Posts: Multiple designations · Type: Contractual · Mode: Walk-in · Fee: Nil · Walk-in: 21–22 October 2026 · Remuneration: ₹18,000–₹58,000 + HRA · Selection: Screening (if needed) + Interview · Location: New Delhi
CSIR-National Physical Laboratory (CSIR-NPL), New Delhi, a constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), is holding walk-in interviews for 41 purely temporary and contractual project positions under various ongoing externally funded and time-targeted sponsored projects.
Interviews are scheduled on 21 October 2026 for Post Codes 1.0 to 17.0 and on 22 October 2026 for Post Codes 18.0 to 36.0. Candidates must report at the Auditorium of CSIR-NPL, New Delhi, between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Entry closes at 10:00 AM.
Eligible Indian citizens who have completed the essential qualification (result declared) and meet the post-wise experience and age limits should download the application form from the CSIR-NPL website, fill it, and appear with originals and self-attested copies of documents.
⚠️ Application Alerts: check these before you submit the form.
- Reporting after 10:00 AM leads to rejection; no entry under any circumstance.
- Maximum two posts per candidate; separate filled applications are required for each post code.
- Candidates already engaged as CSIR Project Staff for 6 years or more are ineligible; cumulative tenure cannot exceed 6 years.
- Current CSIR Project Staff must produce a No Objection Certificate from the present Principal Investigator.
- Failure to produce originals at registration means the candidate cannot register.
- Positions are provisional and subject to availability of funds in the respective project.
📋 Official Source Chain: where the facts in this article were confirmed.
- Official notice: Advertisement No. Rectt./04/2026 — Download PDF
- Official application route: Walk-in with downloaded and duly filled application form plus documents (no online application)
- Official updates page: CSIR-NPL Careers / Recruitments
- Last checked: 18 October 2026, 6:13 PM IST
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Who Should Apply? (Quick Eligibility Check)
- M.Sc. in Chemistry / Analytical / Organic Chemistry + 2 years’ relevant experience → Project Associate-II (selected codes)
- B.Sc. (PCM or Chemistry) or 3-year Diploma in Chemical Engineering/Technology → Project Assistant-II
- M.Sc. Chemistry or B.Tech Chemical Engineering + NET/GATE or equivalent + 2 years’ research experience → Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
- PhD in Chemistry → Research Associate-I
- M.Sc. Environmental Science + NET/GATE or equivalent → Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Post-graduate degree in Environmental / Atmospheric Science → Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
- 3-year graduate degree in Environmental Science / Physics / Chemistry / Biology + 1 year experience → Project Technical Support-I
- B.E./B.Tech in Electronics, Instrumentation, Biotechnology, Biomedical, Mechanical, Computer Science/IT or related + experience where required → Project Associate-I / II
- SSC with PCM or 10th + ITI (Electrical) → Project Assistant-I
- Higher qualifications (M.Tech, PhD, Masters in Physics/Electronics etc.) with or without experience → Senior PAT, Project Scientist-I, Project Associate-I/II (physics-related codes)
Hard disqualifiers include incomplete essential qualification (result not declared), experience that is not post-qualification, and prior CSIR project engagement of 6 years or more.
Important Dates
| Post / Post Code | Walk-in Date | Reporting Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post Codes 1.0 to 17.0 | 21 October 2026 | 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM (no entry after 10:00 AM) | Auditorium, CSIR-NPL, New Delhi |
| Post Codes 18.0 to 36.0 | 22 October 2026 | 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM (no entry after 10:00 AM) | Auditorium, CSIR-NPL, New Delhi |
Release date not separately stated in the notification.
Quick Overview – CSIR-NPL Delhi Project Associate, Assistant & Other Posts Recruitment 2026
- Organisation: CSIR-National Physical Laboratory (CSIR-NPL)
- Sector: Science & Research (CSIR laboratory under the Ministry of Science & Technology)
- Recruitment / Exam Name: Walk-in Interview for Engagement of Project Staff
- Notification / Advertisement No.: Rectt./04/2026
- Post(s): Project Associate-I, Project Associate-II, Project Assistant-I, Project Assistant-II, Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Research Associate-I, Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical), Project Technical Support-I, Senior PAT, Project Scientist-I
- Total Vacancies: 41 (multiple designations across 36 post codes)
- Job Location: CSIR-NPL, New Delhi (specific project work may involve deputation as printed)
- Job Type / Nature: Contractual – purely temporary and contractual positions under externally funded & time-targeted sponsored projects
- Remuneration: ₹18,000 to ₹58,000 + HRA per month (stipend; higher rates for NET/GATE or equivalent qualifiers where printed)
- Walk-in: 21 October 2026 (Post Codes 1.0–17.0) and 22 October 2026 (Post Codes 18.0–36.0), Auditorium of the laboratory, CSIR-NPL, New Delhi
- Notification PDF: CSIR-NPL Advertisement No. Rectt./04/2026
- Official Portal: CSIR-NPL Careers
What Posts Are Available? – Post-wise Vacancy & Eligibility
The advertisement lists 41 positions across 36 post codes. Most codes have one seat; a few have two. Project Associate-I forms the largest group. All positions are temporary project engagements co-terminus with the respective project and availability of funds.
Day 1 – 21 October 2026 (Post Codes 1.0 to 17.0)
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification & Experience | Age Limit (UR) | Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-II (1.0) | 1 | M.Sc. Chemistry/Analytical/Organic + 2 years’ experience in phytochemical analysis, HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS, etc. | 35 | ₹28,000 + HRA (up to 31.03.2028) |
| Project Assistant-II (2.0) | 1 | B.Sc. (PCM) or 3-year Diploma in Chemical Engineering/Technology | 35 | ₹20,000 + HRA (up to 31.03.2028) |
| Project Assistant-II (3.0) | 2 | B.Sc. Chemistry or 3-year Diploma in Chemical Engineering/Technology | 35 | ₹20,000 + HRA (up to 31.03.2028) |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) (4.0) | 1 | M.Sc. Chemistry or B.Tech Chemical Engineering + NET/GATE or equivalent + 2 years’ research experience | 32 | ₹42,000 + HRA |
| Research Associate-I (5.0) | 1 | Ph.D. in Chemistry | 35 | ₹58,000 + HRA |
| Project Assistant-II (6.0) | 1 | B.Sc. Chemistry or 3-year Diploma in Chemical Engineering | 35 | ₹20,000 + HRA |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (7.0) | 2 | M.Sc. Environmental Science + NET/GATE or equivalent | 28 | ₹37,000 + HRA |
| Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) (8.0) | 1 | Post-graduate degree in Environmental/Atmospheric Science | 35 | ₹56,000 + HRA |
| Project Technical Support-I (9.0) | 2 | 3-year graduate degree in Environmental Science/Physics/Chemistry/Biology + 1 year experience | 28 | ₹18,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-I (10.0) | 2 | B.E./B.Tech Electronics/Instrumentation/Biotechnology/Biomedical | 35 | ₹31,000 or ₹25,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-II (11.0) | 1 | B.Tech Electronics/ECE + 2 years’ R&D experience | 35 | ₹28,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-I (12.0) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech Electronics/Electrical | 35 | ₹25,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-II (13.0) | 1 | B.Tech/B.E. Mechanical + 2 years’ R&D experience | 35 | ₹28,000 + HRA |
| Project Assistant-I (14.0) | 1 | SSC with PCM or 10th + ITI (Electrical) | 35 | ₹18,000 + HRA |
| Senior PAT (15.0) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech Computer Science/IT + 3 years’ R&D experience | 40 | ₹42,000 + HRA |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) (16.0) | 1 | M.Tech CSE/IT/ECE/EE or B.Tech CSE/IT or MCA + NET/GATE or equivalent + 2 years’ research experience | 32 | ₹42,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-II (17.0) | 1 | Master’s in Computer Science/IT or B.E./B.Tech CSE/IT + 2 years’ experience | 35 | ₹35,000 or ₹28,000 + HRA |
Day 2 – 22 October 2026 (Post Codes 18.0 to 36.0)
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification & Experience | Age Limit (UR) | Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (18.0, 21.0, 24.0, 27.0, 29.0, 31.0, 34.0, 35.0 and similar) | Mostly 1 each | Masters/Integrated Masters in Physics or related; or B.Tech/B.E. in Electronics/Electrical/Instrumentation etc. (exact as printed per code) | 35 (one code 50) | ₹25,000 / ₹31,000 / ₹37,000 or lower rate + HRA (NET/GATE higher where printed) |
| Project Scientist-I (20.0, 23.0) | 1 each | PhD in Physics/Electronics (experience where printed) | 35 | ₹56,000 + HRA |
| Senior PAT (26.0, 30.0) | 1 each | Masters/Integrated Masters in Physics + experience or PhD as printed | 40 | ₹42,000 + HRA |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (28.0) | 2 | M.Sc. Physics + NET/GATE or equivalent | 28 | ₹37,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-II (36.0) | 1 | M.Sc. Physics/Applied Physics/Electronics or B.Tech Electronics + 2 years’ experience or M.Tech/M.E. in Photonics/Laser/Optics/Electronics/ECE | 35 | ₹35,000 or ₹28,000 + HRA |
No category-wise reservation breakup is printed in the advertisement.
What Does Each Post Involve?
Duties are project-specific and printed in the advertisement (chemical testing and instrument operation; fire assay and laboratory work; material synthesis and characterisation; sample processing and testing; air quality/aerosol work; precision measurements and quantum standards; terahertz measurements; optical radiation standards; solar cell technology; automation and web development; and similar R&D support). One code notes deputation at NCBBM, Ballabhgarh.
Who Is Eligible for CSIR-NPL 2026? – Education, Age & Domicile
Nationality, Domicile & Basic Requirements
- Nationality: The applicant must be a citizen of India.
- Domicile / local condition: The notice does not state a domicile or residence condition.
Educational Qualification
Essential qualifications are post-code specific and printed in full in the advertisement (M.Sc., B.Sc., Diploma, B.E./B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD, ITI, etc. in the named disciplines). Experience, where required, must be post-qualification. Results must have been declared; result-awaited, final-semester appearing, or PhD submitted candidates are not eligible.
- Qualification must be held by: Before the walk-in interview (result declared).
What Is the Age Limit? (as on the walk-in date for the post code)
Age is calculated as on 21 October 2026 for Post Codes 1.0–17.0 and as on 22 October 2026 for Post Codes 18.0–36.0. Maximum ages printed range from 28 to 50 years depending on the post code. Relaxation of age for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Women is as per GOI rules.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| UR | Not printed | Post-wise (28–50) | — |
| OBC (NCL) | Not printed | Post-wise + relaxation | As per GOI rules |
| SC / ST | Not printed | Post-wise + relaxation | As per GOI rules |
| EWS | Not printed | Post-wise | Not printed separately |
| PwBD | Not printed | Post-wise + relaxation | As per GOI rules |
Examples (for a 35-year maximum on 21 October 2026):
- ✅ A 34-year-old candidate born on 21 October 1992 — eligible (as on 21 October 2026).
- ❌ A 36-year-old candidate born on 21 October 1990 — not eligible (one full year over the limit).
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Reservation & PwBD Suitability
- Reservation: No category-wise vacancy breakup is printed. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Women is as per GOI rules. OBC candidates must produce a Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued before the interview date.
- PwBD: Age relaxation as per GOI rules. Suitability per post is not separately tabulated.
What Is the Remuneration? – Consolidated Monthly Stipend
The notice prints consolidated monthly emoluments called “Stipend” plus HRA. There is no component of increment. Rates vary by post code:
- Project Assistant-I / Project Technical Support-I: ₹18,000 + HRA
- Project Assistant-II: ₹20,000 + HRA
- Project Associate-I: ₹25,000 or ₹31,000 + HRA (higher for those who have qualified CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship/assistant professorship or GATE or equivalent national-level examinations, where the notice so provides)
- Project Associate-II: ₹28,000 or ₹35,000 + HRA (higher rate where NET/GATE or equivalent is specified)
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF): ₹37,000 + HRA
- Senior Research Fellow (SRF) / Senior PAT: ₹42,000 + HRA
- Project Research Scientist-I / Project Scientist-I / Research Associate-I: ₹56,000 or ₹58,000 + HRA
Tenure is up to the project end dates printed against each code (examples: up to 31.03.2028, 31.03.2031, 13.08.2029). Engagement is initially for a short duration and may be extended or curtailed based on performance and funds.
Benefits (as printed): Maternity leave of 180 days for women project personnel and paternity leave of 15 days for male project personnel (only in case of two surviving children) as per CSIR norms. No other benefits of regular employees are stated.
What Is the Application Fee?
| Category | Application Fee | Other Printed Charges | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| All categories | Nil | None printed | Nil |
Payment mode: Not applicable. No fee is printed in the advertisement.
How to Apply? (Step-by-Step)
- Report at the Auditorium of CSIR-NPL, New Delhi, on 21 October 2026 (Post Codes 1.0–17.0) or 22 October 2026 (Post Codes 18.0–36.0), between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Candidates will not be entertained after 10:00 AM under any circumstances.
- Bring the downloaded application form duly filled, latest passport-size colour photograph, original and self-attested photocopies of all documents from secondary examination onwards (certificates, mark sheets, testimonials), experience certificate, NET/GATE certificates (wherever necessary), and category certificates in the proper format for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD.
- The complete application must give full details inclusive of marks starting from secondary examination onwards.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Arriving after 10:00 AM.
- Applying for more than two post codes or submitting only one form for two codes.
- Bringing only photocopies without originals (registration not allowed).
- Treating desirable experience as essential, or counting pre-qualification experience.
- Ignoring the 6-year cumulative CSIR project staff limit.
What Can Get Your Application Rejected?
| Rule | What the notice says | Clause |
|---|---|---|
| Not an Indian citizen | The applicant must be a citizen of India. | Instructions 1 |
| Qualification incomplete or result not declared | Only those Candidates who have completed the essential qualification for whom the result has been declared are eligible. Result awaited/Final semester appeared or appearing/Ph.D submitted etc. are not eligible. | Instructions 2 |
| Experience not post-qualification | Experience, if required in any post, should only be post-qualification experience. | Instructions 2 |
| Already engaged for 6 years or more as CSIR Project Staff | Candidates who have already been engaged in CSIR-NPL or any other Lab./Instt. of CSIR as Project Staff for a period of 6 years or more are not eligible. | Instructions 3 |
| Incomplete or wrong information | Incomplete/wrong information, detected at any stage, would render the candidate liable to rejection. | Instructions 19 |
| Failure to produce originals at registration | In case a candidate fails to produce any of the above-mentioned documents/testimonials in original at the time of registration, he/she shall not be allowed to register. | NOTE 2 |
| No NOC if currently CSIR Project Staff | All those candidates who are continuing as Project Staff in CSIR / CSIR-NPL labs in any project will only be considered for interview on submission of the “No objection certificate” from current concerned PI of the project. | Instructions 22 |
| Canvassing or political influence | Canvassing in any form and/or bringing any political influence otherwise will be treated as a disqualification for the post. | Instructions 23 |
| False information | In case of false information received in the application, the competent authority will cancel the candidature of the applicant and debar the applicant from attending the interview in future. | Instructions 24 |
| Funds not available | Position Code will be cancelled if funds are not available in the advertised concerned project. | Instructions 25 |
| Improper OBC certificate | For availing reservation under the OBC category, the candidate is required to bring an OBC certificate from a competent authority clearly indicating that he/she belongs to the Non-Creamy Layer. The certificate should be issued before the date of interview. | Instructions 26 |
| Applying without fulfilling essential qualifications | Candidates who are applying for any of the above posts shall ensure that they fulfil the essential qualifications. If they apply without fulfilling… it will be considered that they are giving wrong/misleading information. | DISCLAIMER |
| Late reporting | Candidates will not be entertained after 10.00 AM under any circumstances. | Instructions 17 |
सीएसआईआर-एनपीएल दिल्ली प्रोजेक्ट एसोसिएट, असिस्टेंट और अन्य पद भर्ती 2026
सीएसआईआर-राष्ट्रीय भौतिक प्रयोगशाला (सीएसआईआर-एनपीएल), नई दिल्ली में 41 अस्थायी प्रोजेक्ट पदों के लिए वॉक-इन इंटरव्यू आयोजित किया जाएगा। साक्षात्कार 21 अक्टूबर 2026 (पोस्ट कोड 1.0 से 17.0) और 22 अक्टूबर 2026 (पोस्ट कोड 18.0 से 36.0) को सुबह 9:00 बजे से 10:00 बजे तक प्रयोगशाला के ऑडिटोरियम में होगा।
क्या योग्यता चाहिए?
पद के अनुसार एम.एससी., बी.एससी., डिप्लोमा, बी.ई./बी.टेक, एम.टेक या पीएच.डी. तथा जहां आवश्यक हो वहां पोस्ट-क्वालिफिकेशन अनुभव। परिणाम घोषित होना चाहिए।
आयु सीमा क्या है?
आयु वॉक-इन तिथि के अनुसार गणना की जाएगी। अधिकतम आयु पद के अनुसार 28 से 50 वर्ष तक है। एससी/एसटी/ओबीसी/पीडब्ल्यूबीडी/महिलाओं के लिए भारत सरकार के नियमों के अनुसार छूट।
कैसे आवेदन करें?
आधिकारिक वेबसाइट से आवेदन पत्र डाउनलोड करें, भरें और सभी मूल दस्तावेजों तथा स्व-प्रमाणित प्रतियों के साथ निर्धारित समय पर पहुंचें। 10:00 बजे के बाद प्रवेश नहीं।
वेतन कितना है?
₹18,000 से ₹58,000 + एचआरए प्रति माह (स्टाइपेंड)। नेट/गेट योग्य अभ्यर्थियों को जहां छपा हो वहां उच्च दर।
आधिकारिक वेबसाइट: nplindia.in
How Are Candidates Selected?
- If a large number of applications are received, candidates will be shortlisted by a screening committee based on academic qualifications and/or experience.
- Eligible candidates appear for the walk-in interview on the date of their post code.
- Candidates may answer in Hindi during the interview.
No interview stage is mentioned as a separate written exam; selection is through the walk-in interview process described above. No marks, weightage or shortlist ratio is printed beyond the screening provision.
The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst's Take – Is This Recruitment for You?
These are purely temporary project engagements under externally funded projects at a national metrology laboratory. The work involves specialised R&D support in chemistry, physics, electronics, metrology and related areas, with stipends that can reach ₹58,000 + HRA for higher qualifications.
Best fit: Recent graduates or researchers with the exact printed discipline and post-qualification experience who want hands-on project experience at CSIR-NPL and accept the temporary nature.
Who should skip: Candidates seeking a permanent government post or long-term security. Engagement ends with the project or funds, and the cumulative CSIR project staff limit is six years.
Practical tip: Download the exact application form from the NPL careers page, fill every mark from secondary onwards, and reach the auditorium well before 10:00 AM with originals.
What makes this recruitment different is the walk-in format with no prior online registration and the explicit 6-year cumulative ceiling across all CSIR laboratories.
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What Documents Are Required?
At Application
Downloaded application form duly filled; latest passport-size colour photograph; original and self-attested photocopies of certificates, mark sheets and testimonials from secondary examination onwards; experience certificate (where required); NET/GATE certificates (wherever necessary); category certificates in proper format for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD.
At Document Verification / Joining
Same originals; relieving letter or relieving if employed elsewhere; No Demand Certificate and No Dues Certificate if moving from another CSIR project.
⚠️ Document Alert Specific to This Recruitment
- Originals are mandatory at registration; photocopies alone are not accepted.
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate must be issued before the interview date and must show the Non-Creamy Layer status.
- Current CSIR Project Staff must carry an NOC from the present Principal Investigator.
What Are the Contract Terms & Conditions?
Positions are purely temporary and contractual under externally funded and time-targeted projects. Engagement is initially for a short duration (6 months / 1 year) and may be extended or curtailed based on performance, conduct and availability of funds. On completion of tenure in one project, a fresh application and selection process is required for another project. The tenure of project personnel shall not be extended merely because the candidate has not completed a PhD. Maximum cumulative engagement as CSIR Project Staff is six years. There is no claim to regular appointment. Consolidated remuneration is called “Stipend”; no increment component. Maternity leave 180 days and paternity leave 15 days (two surviving children) as per CSIR norms. Positions are provisional and subject to ascertaining availability of funds before declaration of results and issue of engagement letter.
What Happens After Selection?
- Offer of appointment for a short duration (6 months or 1 year).
- Engagement against the respective project, subject to funds.
- Possible extension based on recommendations of the concerned Principal Investigator and performance review.
- On completion of one project, a fresh application is required for any further engagement.
✅ Confirmed: Temporary engagement co-terminus with project and funds; maximum six years cumulative.
❓ Not specified: Exact joining formalities beyond the documents listed, or bond amount.
General Instructions & Important Rules
Only candidates who have completed the essential qualification with result declared are eligible. Experience must be post-qualification. A candidate may apply for a maximum of two posts; separate applications are required for each post code. Women project personnel are eligible for maternity leave of 180 days and male project personnel for paternity leave of 15 days only in case of two surviving children, as per CSIR norms. Director, CSIR-NPL, reserves the right to cancel recruitment of any or all positions at any stage and reject any application without assigning any reason. No TA will be paid. No interim communication will be allowed. Candidates should check suitability carefully; the onus of fulfilling essential qualifications lies on the candidate.
Contact & Helpline
The 16 October 2026 advertisement does not print a recruitment helpline or email. Check the CSIR-NPL Careers page for updates.
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Important Links – CSIR-NPL Project Associate, Assistant & Other Posts 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF | CSIR-NPL Advertisement No. Rectt./04/2026 |
| Application Form | CSIR-NPL Application Form for Rectt./04/2026 |
| Official Recruitment Page | CSIR-NPL Careers / Recruitments |
FAQs – CSIR-NPL Project Associate, Assistant & Other Posts 2026
What is the last date to apply for CSIR-NPL Project Associate, Assistant & Other Posts 2026?
Walk-in interview on 21 October 2026 for Post Codes 1.0 to 17.0 and 22 October 2026 for Post Codes 18.0 to 36.0. Report between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM. No separate online application deadline. No extension has been announced as of 18 October 2026.
What is the age limit for CSIR-NPL Project Associate-I?
The maximum age is post-wise (commonly 35 years as on the walk-in date for that code). Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Women is as per GOI rules. Age is calculated as on the respective walk-in date (21 or 22 October 2026).
Is there an exam for CSIR-NPL Project Associate, or is it interview-based?
Walk-in interview. If a large number of applications are received, a screening committee shortlists candidates based on academic qualifications and/or experience. Candidates may answer in Hindi. No written exam pattern is printed.
What is the remuneration for Project Associate posts in this recruitment?
₹25,000 or ₹31,000 + HRA (or higher printed rates such as ₹37,000) depending on the post code and whether the candidate has qualified CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship/assistant professorship or GATE or equivalent national-level examinations, where the notice provides the higher rate. Lower rate for others.
Can final-year students apply for this recruitment?
No — only candidates who have completed the essential qualification and whose result has been declared are eligible. Candidates whose results are awaited, final-semester appearing, or PhD submitted candidates are not eligible.
Is this Project Associate post a permanent government job?
No — a contractual engagement for a temporary project position under an externally funded project, not a permanent post. There is no claim to regular appointment. Cumulative engagement as CSIR Project Staff cannot exceed six years.
Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes. The notice requires only Indian citizenship and does not state a domicile or residence condition.
Where will selected candidates be posted?
At CSIR-NPL, New Delhi, for the respective project. One post code mentions deputation at NCBBM, Ballabhgarh. No choice of first posting is printed.
Can I apply for more than one post code?
Yes — a maximum of two posts. Separate filled application forms must be submitted for each post code.
Is there any application fee?
No application fee is printed in the advertisement.
Before You Apply: Quick Self-Check
- You understand this is a fixed-term contract co-terminus with the project and funds, not a permanent post.
- You accept the remuneration (stipend + HRA as printed for your post code) and the benefits the notice does not give.
- You have read the termination, extension and six-year cumulative limit clauses.
- You can produce every required original document at registration.
- You will report between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM on the correct date for your post code.
📄 Primary source: Advertisement No. Rectt./04/2026, CSIR-National Physical Laboratory, New Delhi (Download PDF). The recruitment facts above come from that notice; tips and estimates are labelled where they appear.
