CSIR NML Recruitment 2026 – Golden Opportunity for 15 Project Staff Posts

CSIR NML Vacancy 2026 – Detailed Breakdown

• The detailed vacancy table for CSIR NML Recruitment 2026 is given below. Candidates are advised to check their eligibility for the specific post code carefully.
• *Note: The official notification lists 15 posts. The table above aggregates similar posts. Please refer to the official PDF for individual project titles and exact counts per post.

Educational Qualification

• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): B.E/B.Tech in Metallurgical/Materials Engineering or M.Sc. in Chemistry.
• Project Associate-II (PAT-II): M.Tech/M.E in Metallurgical/Materials Engineering OR B.Tech/B.E. with 2 years of R&D experience.
• Project Assistant-II (PA-II): 3-year Diploma in Mechanical/Chemical/Metallurgical Engineering or B.Sc. in Chemistry.
• Project-JRF: B.E/B.Tech in Metallurgical/Materials Engineering or M.Sc. in Chemistry with GATE/NET qualification.
• Project-SRF: Qualified in national-level exams conducted by central agencies like DBT/DST.

Age Limit (as on interview date)

• The maximum age is post-specific. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/PwBD/Women (5 years) and OBC (3 years) as per government norms.

CSIR-NML Project Staff Salary & Stipend 2026

• *HRA is as per CSIR/NML norms. The asterisked amount may be for GATE/NET qualified candidates.

Important Dates for CSIR NML Walk-in Interview 2026

How to Apply – CSIR-NML Walk-in Procedure

• This is a walk-in recruitment. No online application is required. Candidates must follow these steps:
• Read the Official Notification: Thoroughly check eligibility for your desired post.
• Gather Documents: Bring all original documents plus one set of self-attested photocopies (ID proof, educational certificates, experience certificates, category certificate).
• Fill Application Form: Download and fill the application form from the official website if required.
• Report on Time: Reach the CSIR-NML venue in Jamshedpur as per the reporting time mentioned in the notification.
• Attend Interview: Complete the registration and attend the interview. A written test may be conducted if the number of candidates is high.
• Venue Address: National Metallurgical Laboratory, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. (Exact address to be checked from the official notification).

2. Is there an application fee for CSIR-NML 2026 recruitment?

• No, the official notification does not mention any application fee for this walk-in interview.

3. What is the selection process for CSIR-NML Project Staff?

• The selection is primarily through a walk-in interview. However, a written screening test may be conducted if the number of candidates is very large.

4. What is the salary for Project Associate-I at CSIR-NML?

• The emolument for Project Associate-I (PAT-I) is Rs. 31,000/- per month plus HRA.

5. What documents are needed for the walk-in interview?

• You need to carry all original documents and one set of photocopies: ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN), educational certificates, experience certificates, caste/category certificate (if applicable), and passport-size photographs.

6. Is GATE/NET qualification mandatory for all posts?

• No, it is specifically required for the Project-JRF post. For other posts like Project Associate and Assistant, it is based on educational qualification and experience.

Application and notification links supplied by the source

• Official Website: nml.res.in ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.