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Vacancy Details
- Project Scientist-II (P.S-II): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Doctoral Degree in Science OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology; 5 years relevant R&D experience. - Project Scientist-I (P.S-I): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Doctoral Degree in Science OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology; 4 years relevant R&D experience. - Principal Project Associate (Principal-PAT): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Option 1: Masters/Integrated Masters in Natural/Agricultural/Pharmaceutical sciences/MVSc/Animal Sciences OR Bachelor’s in Engineering/Technology/Medicine with 6 years R&D experience; Option 2: Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering/Technology OR Doctoral Degree in Science/Engineering/Technology/Pharma/MD/MS with 3 years R&D experience. - Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT): 2 vacancies
Qualification: Option 1: Masters/Integrated Masters in Natural/Agricultural/Pharmaceutical sciences/MVSc/Animal Sciences OR Bachelor’s in Engineering/Technology/Medicine with 3 years R&D experience; Option 2: Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering/Technology OR Doctoral Degree in Science/Pharma/MD/MS.
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 40 years
Selection Process
- 1: Screening based on academic records and verification of qualifications and documents.
- 2: Interview of shortlisted candidates; selection may be on academic records and/or interview and may continue to the next day if many candidates attend.
How to Apply
- Download/obtain the prescribed application form (link provided) and fill it in the prescribed format.
- Affix a recent passport-size colour photograph on the form, sign it, and attach one latest passport-size photograph separately.
- Bring one set of self-attested copies of educational, age and category certificates (if applicable), experience certificates, detailed biodata, and up to ten best publications or audio-video content (on pen drive) as required.
- Report in person at CSIR HRDG, CSIR Complex, Library Avenue, PUSA, New Delhi-110012 on 30-11-2026 between 09:00 and 11:00 AM for the walk-in interview; originals will be produced for verification.
- No application fee is specified in the official notification.
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Important Dates
- Advertisement Date:
- Walk-in Date:
- Initial Engagement Up To:
- Project Co-terminus Date:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the educational eligibility requirements for these posts?
Requirements vary by post. Project Scientist posts require a Doctoral Degree in Science or a Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering/Technology; Principal Project Associate and Senior Project Associate require specified combinations of Masters/Bachelor degrees and relevant R&D experience as given in the notification.
How do I apply for the CSIR-HRDG walk-in recruitment?
Candidates must fill the prescribed application form, affix a recent passport-size photograph, attach self-attested copies of certificates and other enclosures, and bring originals for verification to the walk-in interview at CSIR-HRDG, PUSA, New Delhi on 30-11-2026 between 09:00 and 11:00 AM.
What is the last date to apply for the positions?
The walk-in interview (application/attendance) date is 30-11-2026; candidates must report between 09:00 and 11:00 AM on that date and will not be entertained after 11:00 AM.
What is the selection process for these project posts?
Selection is based on academic records and/or an interview. If a large number of candidates attend, the interview process may continue on the following day.
What is the pay scale for these positions?
Pay ranges from INR 42,000 to INR 67,000 per month plus HRA depending on the post: Project Scientist-II INR 67,000 + HRA; Project Scientist-I INR 56,000 + HRA; Principal Project Associate INR 49,000 + HRA; Senior Project Associate INR 42,000 + HRA.
