Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI) invites eligible candidates for a Walkin Interview to fill 14 contractual posts including Project Associate, Junior Research Fellow, and Senior Project Associate. The interview will be held on 22-23 December 2025 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Candidates must bring filled application forms and relevant certificates. Various qualifications from graduate to postgraduate and engineering degrees are required. Age limits vary by post, with a maximum of 40 years. No application fee is required.
Vacancy Details
- Project Associate-I (PAT-I): 11 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc. in Statistics / Computer Science/ Mathematics / Data Science, B.E / B.Tech in Chemical Engineering / Environmental Engineering, Master degree in Chemistry/ Applied Chemistry/ Medical biochemistry, M. Tech in Biotechnology, B. Tech in Leather Technology, M. Pharm/ M.Sc. Zoology/ M. Tech Biotechnology degree, B. E. Civil Engineering, MCA / B. Tech/ B.E. in Computer Science and Engineering / Information Technology, Masters in Business Administration (any major), B.Tech./ B. Des in Leather/ Textile/ Leather Design / Accessories Design/ Fashion Design or equivalent, Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and Engineering or M. Sc / MCA in Computer Science, B. Tech Leather Technology - Project Associate-II (PAT-II): 1 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc. Zoology/ M. Tech Biotechnology degree - Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT): 1 vacancies
Qualification: M.V.Sc - Junior Research Fellow (JRF): 1 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc. / M.Tech – Biotechnology (with GATE / NET qualification preferred), Experience: 2 Years of experience
Qualification Requirements
Qualifications vary by post including M.Sc. in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Data Science; B.E/B.Tech in Chemical, Environmental, Civil, Leather Technology, Computer Science and Engineering; Master degrees in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Medical Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Zoology, Business Administration, Leather/Textile Design; M.Pharm; MCA; M.V.Sc; and preference for GATE/NET for JRF post.
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 28 years
- Maximum Age: 40 years
Selection Process
- 1: Candidates will be selected based on their performance in the Walkin Interview.
How to Apply
- Ensure eligibility and prepare all required documents
- Attend Walkin Interview on 22-23 December 2025 at 9 AM
- Carry filled application form and certificates of age, qualification, and experience
Important Links
Important Dates
- Application Begin Date: 21-11-2025
- Written Test: 22-12-2025
- Walkin Interview: 23-12-2025
- Application Last Date: 23-12-2025





