CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar invites online applications from Indian citizens for 13 temporary project posts across 12 post codes (8701–8712) including Project Associate I/II, Senior Project Associate and Project Scientist II. Pay ranges from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 67,000 per month plus HRA @20%, tenure co-terminus with projects. Essential qualifications vary by post (M.Sc., B.E./B.Tech., M.E./M.Tech., Ph.D. as applicable). Apply online at rects.immt.res.in by 20 November 2026 (05:00 pm). Interviews are tentatively scheduled for 26–27 November 2026 in Bhubaneswar.
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Vacancy Details
- Project Associate – I (post code 8701): 1 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc. in Physics - Project Associate – I (post code 8702): 1 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry - Project Associate – I (post code 8703): 1 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc. in Botany - Project Associate – I (post code 8704): 1 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc. in Bio-technology / Life Science / Zoology - Project Associate – I (post code 8705): 1 vacancies
Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech. in Electronics Engineering / Electrical Engineering - Project Associate – I (post code 8706): 1 vacancies
Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech. in Computer Science - Project Associate – I (post code 8707): 2 vacancies
Qualification: B.E. / B.Tech. in Metallurgy and Materials Science OR M.Sc. in Material Science OR Integrated M.Sc. in Material Science & Engineering - Project Associate – I (post code 8708): 1 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry OR M.Sc. in Material Science - Senior Project Associate (post code 8709): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Any one: M.Sc. in Chemistry with 3 years’ experience; OR PhD in Chemistry with 2 years’ experience; OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Chemical Engineering with 2 years’ experience; OR Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering with 3 years’ experience - Project Associate – II (post code 8710): 1 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry / Chemical Science with 2 years’ relevant experience - Project Associate – II (post code 8711): 1 vacancies
Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry / Materials Science with 2 years’ relevant experience OR M.E. / M.Tech. in Material Science - Project Scientist – II (post code 8712): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in Chemistry / Physics / Materials Science with 5 years’ relevant post-qualification experience
Qualification Requirements
Essential qualifications vary by post code: M.Sc. in relevant subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Biotechnology/Life Science, Material Science, Chemical Science); B.E./B.Tech. in relevant branches (Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science, Metallurgy & Materials); M.E./M.Tech. in Material Science for one post; Ph.D. in Chemistry/Physics/Materials Science for Project Scientist – II with required post-qualification experience. Several posts list desirable experience relevant to the project.
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 40 years
Selection Process
- Application screening: Applications are screened and short-listed as per criteria fixed by the Competent Authority; meeting essential qualification alone does not guarantee being called for interview.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will appear for an interview at CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar on the tentative dates given in the notice; no separate interview call letter is issued.
- Recommendation by selection committee: The selection committee recommends final selection based on candidates’ performance and may create panels for future project needs.
- Document verification at joining: Original documents of selected candidates are verified at joining; candidature is provisional until verification.
How to Apply
- Register on the CSIR-IMMT recruitment portal (https://rects.immt.res.in).
- Complete the online application form (one-time registration followed by application); apply separately for each post code if needed.
- If employed, upload or furnish a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer while applying or produce it at the interview.
- Submit the application by 20.11.2026 (up to 05.00 pm).
- Take a printout of the application form after successful submission.
- For queries, write to [email protected] on or before 19.11.2026 (up to 04.00 pm).
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Important Dates
- Date of advertisement:
- Last date for queries by e-mail:
- Last date for receipt of online application:
- Interview (tentative) – many post codes:
- Interview (tentative) – remaining post codes:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the eligibility/qualification criteria for these posts?
Essential qualifications vary by post: M.Sc. in relevant subjects, B.E./B.Tech. in relevant branches, M.E./M.Tech. for one post, and Ph.D. with required experience for Project Scientist – II. Specific post-wise qualifications and any experience requirements are listed in the notification.
How do I apply for the CSIR-IMMT project positions?
Apply online through the CSIR-IMMT recruitment portal at https://rects.immt.res.in. Register (one-time) and fill the online application; apply separately for each post code if applying to multiple posts and submit by the deadline.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is 20.11.2026 up to 05:00 pm.
What is the selection process for these positions?
Applications will be screened and shortlisted as per criteria fixed by the Competent Authority, and shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar. The selection committee recommends final selection and may prepare panels for future needs.
What is the salary or pay scale for the posts?
Monthly emoluments range from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 67,000 depending on the post, with HRA @20% additionally; specific pay for each post code is listed in the notification.
