CSIR-NEERI Walk-in Interview on 20 November 2026: Project Associate-II – 1 Post @ neeri.res.in

Notice information

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Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Post: Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
• Educational Qualification: M.Sc. (Microbiology / Molecular Biology / Environmental Science / Chemistry) from a recognized University.
• Experience: 2 years of Research & Development experience in Industrial and/or Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations — specifically 2 years of laboratory research experience in microbiology / molecular biology and environmental techniques.
• Age Limit: Upper age limit of 35 years, reckoned as on the last date of receipt of applications. Age relaxation may be applicable for reserved categories; candidates must attach caste certificate if claiming relaxation.
• Essential Condition: Only candidates whose result has been declared (at least provisional certificate) are eligible. Result-awaited and final-semester candidates are not permitted to appear for the interview.
• Experience Counting: Experience is counted from the date after acquiring the minimum educational qualification. Dissertation/thesis work during academic period and time spent acquiring higher qualifications are not counted.
• Tenure Restriction: Project staff who have served CSIR-NEERI or other CSIR laboratories under contract R&D projects cannot exceed six or seven years under clause 1.6/1.7 of CSIR OM No. 5-1(342)/2017-PD dated 02.09.2024 as amended.

Pay Rules & Salary Structure

• Rs. 35,000 + HRA per month: For candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC / ICAR / ICMR NET (Lectureship / Assistant Professorship) or GATE, or National-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments (DBT / DST or equivalent) and/or their agencies.
• Rs. 28,000 + HRA per month: For candidates who do not meet the above NET/GATE criteria.
• HRA: Admissible as per applicable rules. Project staff must arrange their own accommodation.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Walk-in Interview: Selection will be based solely on the walk-in interview conducted at CSIR-NEERI, Nagpur on 20 November 2026. Candidates must report between 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM.
• Screening by Committee: If a large number of applications is received, preference will be given to candidates under the criteria adopted by the Screening Committee. Mere fulfilment of minimum qualification does not confer any right to be called for interview.
• Document Verification: Original documents will be verified at the venue during the interview.
• Shortlisting for Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an online interview — information will be uploaded on the CSIR-NEERI website/portal.
• No TA/DA: No Travelling Allowance will be paid for appearing in offline interviews.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• M.Sc. Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (All Semesters)
• 12th (HSC) and Graduate Marksheets (one set photocopy and original)
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead for 2 Years R&D Experience
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable for age relaxation)
• Completed Walk-in Application Form attached with the Advertisement
• Two recent passport-size photographs (one affixed across with signature) & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar)
• NET / GATE qualification certificate (if claiming Rs. 35,000 + HRA pay scale)

3. Is there any application fee for CSIR-NEERI Project Associate-II?

• No. Candidates are not required to pay any application fee for this walk-in interview.

5. What is the salary structure for CSIR-NEERI Project Associate-II?

• Candidates with NET (CSIR-UGC / ICAR / ICMR), GATE, or equivalent Central Government examination qualifications receive Rs. 35,000 + HRA per month. Others receive Rs. 28,000 + HRA per month. HRA is admissible as per applicable rules; candidates must arrange their own accommodation.