National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), Bangalore, invites applications for five contractual positions of Project Associate and Senior Project Associate through a walk-in interview on 25-02-2026 and 26-02-2026. Candidates with relevant engineering degrees and experience in aerospace and electronics are eligible. The engagement is temporary and project-based, with a maximum tenure of seven years across CSIR labs. No application fee is required. Candidates must bring a filled application form and original documents for verification at the interview venue in Bengaluru.
Vacancy Details
- Project Associate I: 2 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Electronics and Communication OR Metallurgical Engineering/ Materials science and Engineering - Project Associate II (NET/GATE) – Control Law Design: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology (Electronics & Communication / EEE / Electrical / Control) + 2 years R&D experience OR Masters/Integrated Masters in same fields with CSIR-UGC NET or GATE qualification - Project Associate II (NET/GATE) – Flight Dynamics: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology (Aerospace / Aeronautical) + 2 years R&D experience OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering with CSIR-UGC NET or GATE qualification - Project Associate-II – Target Tracking: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Electronics & Communication Engineering + 3 years R&D experience OR Masters/Integrated Masters in same fields + 2 years R&D experience
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Electronics and Communication OR Metallurgical Engineering/ Materials science and Engineering for Project Associate I; Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology (Electronics & Communication / EEE / Electrical / Control) + 2 years R&D experience OR Masters/Integrated Masters in same fields with CSIR-UGC NET or GATE qualification for Project Associate II (Control Law Design); Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology (Aerospace / Aeronautical) + 2 years R&D experience OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering with CSIR-UGC NET or GATE qualification for Project Associate II (Flight Dynamics); Bachelor’s degree in Electrical / Electronics & Communication Engineering + 3 years R&D experience OR Masters/Integrated Masters in same fields + 2 years R&D experience for Project Associate-II (Target Tracking).
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 40 years
Selection Process
step: 1
detail: Candidates will be selected through a walk-in interview.
step: 2
detail: Interview will assess technical knowledge, relevant experience, and suitability for project roles.
step: 3
detail: Only candidates who meet the panel’s expectations will be appointed.
How to Apply
- Download and fill the application form with a recent photograph
- Prepare original and self-attested photocopies of all required documents
- Report to CSIR-NAL venue between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM on interview dates for registration
- Attend the interview as scheduled
- Bring all original documents for verification
Important Links
Important Dates
- Walk-in Interview Date 1: 25-02-2026
- Walk-in Interview Date 2: 26-02-2026
