CSIR-IITR Recruitment 2026: 30 Project Staff Posts – Apply Online @ iitr.res.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

• Note: Minimum age is 18 years as on the closing date of online application. Age relaxation: SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates – 5 years; OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) – 3 years. The Junior Research Assistant post is restricted to Indian citizens who are residents of Uttar Pradesh for Research Assistantships/Associateships under research projects funded by CST, Uttar Pradesh.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Screening: The final list of Screen-In (Eligible) and Screen-Out (Ineligible) candidates shall be published on 15.10.2026 (tentative).
• Interview: The selection of candidates for all posts shall be made solely on the basis of performance in the Interview.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Self-Attested Copy of the Submitted Application Form
• Proof of Date of Birth (if not mentioned in Matriculation Certificate)
• Matriculation / Secondary School Certificate and Mark Sheet
• Certificates and Degrees of All Educational Qualifications Mentioned in the Application Form
• Order / Letter Regarding Equivalence of Educational Qualification (if applicable)
• Valid Caste / Category Certificate in Prescribed Format (SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen)
• Disability Certificate for PwBD Candidates in Prescribed Format (if applicable)
• Two Recent Passport-Size Photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
• Critical Note: During document verification, photographs, scanned copies, or digital copies of original documents stored on mobile phones, tablets, laptops, or any other electronic devices shall not be accepted as valid proof. Original physical documents must be produced.
• Candidates must ensure they possess a valid personal e-mail ID and mobile number that remains active throughout the selection process. Canvassing in any form or attempt to use political or other influence for securing selection shall be treated as a disqualification.
• For the complete official notification, download the CSIR-IITR Project Staff Advertisement No. IITR/Project Staff/05/2026 Official Notification PDF.

• CSIR-IITR Project Staff Advertisement No. IITR/Project Staff/05/2026 Official Notification PDF ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

Is there an application fee for CSIR-IITR Project Staff Recruitment 2026?

• No application fee is mentioned in the official notification. However, candidates are advised to verify details on the official website www.iitr.res.in.

• www.iitr.res.in ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

What is the salary structure for CSIR-IITR Project Staff 2026?

• Remuneration varies by post: Project Associate-I – Rs. 25,000–31,000 + HRA; Project Associate-II – Rs. 28,000–35,000 + HRA; Senior Project Associate – Rs. 42,000 + HRA; Project Scientist-I – Rs. 56,000 + HRA; Project Research Scientist-II – Rs. 67,000 + HRA; Project Assistant-I – Rs. 18,000 + HRA; Project Technical Support-III – Rs. 28,000 + HRA; Junior Research Assistant – Rs. 25,000–28,000 per month.

How is the selection process for CSIR-IITR Project Staff carried out?

• Selection is based on screening (list published on 15.10.2026 tentatively) followed by an Interview. No TA/DA will be paid. The decision of the Selection Committee and the Director, CSIR-IITR, is final.