NIO Recruitment 2026: 2 Project Associate-I – Apply Offline @ nio.res.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Project Associate - I:Essential Qualification: M.Sc. degree in Bioinformatics, Marine Science, Oceanography, Marine Biology, Marine Biotechnology, Marine Microbiology, or an equivalent qualification.Desirable Experience: Experience in handling sample collection in marine habitats, laboratory skills in Microbiology and Molecular biology, and proficiency in Bioinformatic analysis.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• The selection process will be conducted by the National Institute of Oceanography. Candidates may be shortlisted for a screening test or direct interview based on the number of applications received.
• If the number of candidates is large (typically exceeding 30), a screening written test may be conducted to shortlist candidates for the interview.
• The final selection will be based on performance in the interview and document verification.
• Important: No Travel Allowance (TA) or Dearness Allowance (DA) will be paid to candidates for attending the selection process.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Candidates must bring the following original documents along with self-attested photocopies during the interview/document verification:
• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate or Birth Certificate as proof of date of birth.
• All degree certificates and consolidated mark sheets for the required M.Sc. qualification.
• Relevant experience certificates for the desirable skills mentioned.
• Two recent passport-size color photographs.
• A valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, etc.).
• Printout of the filled application form and a copy of this official notification.
• Instructions: Read the official notification thoroughly before applying. Send the completed application form along with copies of all required documents to the address specified in the notification before 04 October 2026.