CSIR Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for Project Scientist, Senior Project Associate Posts

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• Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has released the official Project Scientist / Senior Project Associate Notification 2026. A total of 5 vacancies have been announced under the CSIR Project Scientist / Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates up to 45 years of age with qualifications including Doctoral Degree in Science, Master's/Integrated Master's in Engineering or Technology, or Bachelor's Degree along with the required research and development experience can attend the walk-in interview on 01-09-2026. The official notification PDF and application details are available below.

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CSIR Recruitment 2026 - Overview

CSIR Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

• Candidates who are interested in applying for the CSIR Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
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CSIR Vacancy 2026 - Vacancy Details

• A total of 5 vacancies are available - 1 for Project Scientist III (PS-III-AC), 1 for Project Scientist III (PS-III-ADME-PK), 1 for Project Scientist I (PS-I-BS), 1 for Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-AC) and 1 for Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-ADME-PK).

CSIR Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

• Project Scientist III (PS-III-AC): Doctoral Degree in Science or Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent AND 7 years experience in research & development. Area of Specialization: Analytical Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Analysis/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Life Sciences.
• Project Scientist III (PS-III-ADME-PK): Doctoral Degree in Science or Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent AND 7 years experience in research & development. Area of Specialization: Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical sciences/Toxicology/Life Sciences/Biotechnology.
• Project Scientist I (PS-I-BS): Doctoral Degree in Science or Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent AND 4 years experience in research & development. Area of Specialization: Analytical Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Analysis/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Life Sciences/Biotechnology/Pharmacology.
• Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-AC): Masters/Integrated Masters/Bachelor's degree/Doctoral degree with 2-3 years experience. Area of Specialization: Analytical Chemistry/Organic Chemistry/Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Life Sciences/Biotechnology.
• Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-ADME-PK): Masters/Integrated Masters/Bachelor's degree/Doctoral degree with 2-3 years experience. Area of Specialization: Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Life Sciences/Biotechnology.

CSIR Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit

• Maximum Age Limit: 45 years for all posts.
• Age relaxation is applicable: Upper age limit relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST, Divyangjan (PWD) and female applicants; 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer).
• Candidates should ensure that they meet the prescribed age limit as on the specified cut-off date. You can use our Age Calculator to check your exact age and confirm your eligibility before applying.

CSIR Recruitment 2026 - Salary / Stipend

• Project Scientist III (PS-III-AC): Rs. 78,000/- + HRA
• Project Scientist III (PS-III-ADME-PK): Rs. 78,000/- + HRA
• Project Scientist I (PS-I-BS): Rs. 56,000/- + HRA
• Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-AC): Rs. 42,000/- + HRA
• Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-ADME-PK): Rs. 42,000/- + HRA

CSIR Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

CSIR Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

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Q2. What is the total number of vacancies announced by CSIR?

• Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has announced a total of 5 vacancies for the posts of Project Scientist and Senior Project Associate.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required for CSIR recruitment?

• The educational qualifications vary by post, ranging from a Doctoral Degree in Science or Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology to a Bachelor's degree with relevant experience.

Q4. What is the age limit for the CSIR Project Scientist and Senior Project Associate posts?

• The maximum age limit for all the posts is 45 years. Age relaxation is provided for SC/ST, PWD, female applicants, and OBC candidates.

Q5. Is there any application fee for CSIR Recruitment 2026?

• No, there is no application fee mentioned for any category (General/OBC, SC/ST) for this recruitment drive.

Q6. What is the salary offered for the Project Scientist and Senior Project Associate positions?

• The salary ranges from Rs. 42,000/- to Rs. 78,000/- per month, plus House Rent Allowance (HRA), depending on the specific post.

Q8. What documents should candidates carry for the walk-in interview?

• Candidates must carry all original documents, self-attested photocopies of certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.

Q10. What is the selection process for these CSIR posts?

• The selection process for the Project Scientist / Senior Project Associate posts will be based on a Walk-in Interview.