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Vacancy Details
- Project Associate-II: 7 vacancies
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in specified discipline; 2 years R&D experience required for most PA-II positions; desirable M.E./M.Tech/M.S. and relevant software/GATE qualifications as listed per post. - Project Associate-I: 9 vacancies
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in specified discipline; desirable: R&D experience, GATE score, and familiarity with relevant software/programming as listed per post.
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Application Fees
- All Categories: ₹0
Selection Process
- Online registration: Candidates must register online on the CSIR-SERC recruitment portal during the registration window.
- Shortlisting (if required): If applicants are many, CSIR-SERC may shortlist candidates based on higher qualifications, higher relevant experience, academic marks, a written test, or any other method the Selection Committee deems fit.
- Walk-in interview: Only registered and eligible candidates will attend a walk-in interview held at CSIR-SERC on the scheduled date and time.
- Empanelment: Candidates found suitable at the interview will be empaneled and may be selected for current or future project requirements.
- Final result publication: Final screening/selection results will be posted on the CSIR-SERC recruitment/results webpage.
How to Apply
- Open the CSIR-SERC Online Recruitment Portal at https://serc.res.in/. Registration opens on 16-11-2026 at 10:00 am.
- Fill the online application/registration form for the position you want to apply for.
- Upload required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, DOB proof, and category certificate (if applicable).
- Complete the registration process by 25-11-2026 up to 05:00 pm. There is no registration fee.
- Do not send hard copies of the application to the office.
- Only registered candidates should report for the walk-in interview on 26-11-2026 at CSIR-SERC, Taramani, Chennai – 600113; arrive between 09:00 am and 10:30 am (no entry after 10:30 am).
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Important Dates
- Date of notification:
- Online application/registration starts:
- Last date for online application/registration:
- Walk-in interview (Offline):
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum educational qualifications required?
All posts require a B.E. or B.Tech in the discipline specified for each position from a recognized university/institute. Some posts (Project Associate-II) also require 2 years of R&D experience and many list desirable M.E./M.Tech/M.S. qualifications.
How do I apply for these positions?
You must register online via the CSIR-SERC recruitment portal (https://serc.res.in/) between 16-11-2026 and 25-11-2026 and upload required documents. Only registered candidates will be allowed to attend the walk-in interview on 26-11-2026.
What is the last date to apply?
Online registration must be completed by 25-11-2026 up to 05:00 pm. The registration window opens on 16-11-2026 at 10:00 am.
How will candidates be selected?
Selection is by walk-in interview on 26-11-2026. If applicants are many, CSIR-SERC may shortlist candidates using higher qualifications, higher experience, academic marks, a written test, or any other methodology the Selection Committee deems fit.
What is the pay scale for these posts?
Pay ranges from ₹25,000 to ₹35,000 per month plus HRA. Project Associate-II: ₹35,000/- p.m. + HRA (for NET/GATE etc) or ₹28,000/- p.m. + HRA (others). Project Associate-I: ₹31,000/- p.m. + HRA (for NET/GATE etc) or ₹25,000/- p.m. + HRA (others).
