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CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026: 41 Project Associates, SRF, JRF & Other Posts – Walk-In Interview on 21-22 Oct 2026 @ nplindia.in

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Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Post DesignationVacanciesAge Limit (Max)Monthly Remuneration (INR)
Project Associate-II (Code 1.0)135 yearsRs. 28,000 + HRA
Project Assistant-II (Code 2.0, 3.0, 6.0)430 yearsRs. 20,000 + HRA
Senior Research Fellow (SRF) (Code 4.0, 16.0)235 yearsRs. 42,000 + HRA
Research Associate-I (Code 5.0)135 yearsRs. 58,000 + HRA
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (Code 7.0, 28.0)328 yearsRs. 37,000 + HRA
Project Research Scientist-I (Code 8.0)135 yearsRs. 56,000 + HRA
Project Technical Support-I (Code 9.0)228 yearsRs. 18,000 + HRA
Project Associate-I (Code 10.0, 18.0, 21.0, 24.0, 27.0, 29.0, 31.0, 35.0)1235 yearsRs. 31,000 or 25,000 + HRA
Project Associate-II (Code 11.0, 13.0)235 yearsRs. 28,000 + HRA
Project Associate-I (Code 12.0, 22.0, 34.0, 25.0)435 yearsRs. 25,000 + HRA
Project Assistant-I (Code 14.0)128 yearsRs. 18,000 + HRA
Senior PAT (Code 15.0, 26.0, 30.0)340 yearsRs. 42,000 + HRA
Project Associate-II (Code 17.0, 36.0)235 yearsRs. 35,000 or 28,000 + HRA
Project Associate-I (Code 19.0, 32.0, 33.0)335 yearsRs. 37,000 or 30,000 + HRA
Project Scientist-I (Code 20.0, 23.0)250 yearsRs. 56,000 + HRA

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

  • Project Associate-II (Code 1.0): M.Sc. in Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Organic Chemistry with 2 years experience.
  • Project Assistant-II (Code 2.0, 3.0, 6.0): B.Sc (PCM) or 3-year Diploma in Chemical Engineering/Technology.
  • Senior Research Fellow - SRF (Code 4.0): M.Sc Chemistry or B.Tech in Chemical Engineering with NET/GATE and 2 years research experience.
  • Research Associate-I (Code 5.0): Ph.D. awarded in Chemistry.
  • Junior Research Fellow - JRF (Code 7.0): M.Sc. in Environmental Science with NET/GATE.
  • Project Research Scientist-I (Code 8.0): Post Graduate Degree in Environmental Science or Atmospheric Science.
  • Project Technical Support-I (Code 9.0): 3-year Graduate Degree in Environmental Science/Physics/Chemistry/Biology with 1 year experience.
  • Project Associate-I (Code 10.0): BE/B.Tech in Electronics/Instrumentation/Biotechnology/Biomedical.
  • Project Associate-II (Code 11.0): B.Tech Electronics/ECE with 2 years R&D experience.
  • Project Associate-I (Code 12.0): BE/B.Tech Electronics/Electrical.
  • Project Associate-II (Code 13.0): BE/B.Tech Mechanical with 2 years R&D experience.
  • Project Assistant-I (Code 14.0): SSC (10th) PCM / 10th + ITI (Electrical).
  • Senior PAT (Code 15.0): BE/B.Tech Computer Science/IT with 3 years R&D experience.
  • SRF (Code 16.0): M.Tech CSE/IT/ECE/EE or B.Tech CSE/IT or MCA with NET/GATE and 2 years research experience.
  • Project Associate-II (Code 17.0): BE/B.Tech Computer Science/IT or Master's in Computer Science/IT with 2 years experience.
  • Project Associate-I (Code 18.0, 21.0, 24.0, 27.0, 29.0, 31.0, 34.0, 35.0): M.Sc Physics / Electronics / Material Science / Applied Physics or B.Tech Nanotechnology / Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation (varies by code).
  • Project Scientist-I (Code 20.0): PhD in Physics / Electronics.
  • Project Scientist-I (Code 23.0): Doctoral Degree in Physics with 4 years R&D experience.
  • Senior PAT (Code 26.0): Masters/Integrated Masters in Physics with 3 years R&D experience.
  • JRF (Code 28.0): M.Sc Physics with NET/GATE.
  • Senior PAT (Code 30.0): Ph.D. in Physics/Optics/Nanotechnology/Material Science.
  • Project Associate-II (Code 36.0): M.Sc Physics/Applied Physics/Electronics or B.Tech Electronics with 2 years exp or M.Tech Photonics/Laser/Optics/Electronics/ECE.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

  • Screening: Applications will be screened based on academic qualifications and/or experience. If the number of candidates is large (typically exceeding 30), a written screening test may be conducted.
  • Walk-in Interview: Shortlisted candidates will appear for a walk-in interview on the specified dates.
  • Document Verification: Original documents and self-attested photocopies will be verified at the venue.
  • Note: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

  • Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
  • All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications)
  • Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable)
  • Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
  • Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
  • NET/GATE Score Card (where applicable)
  • Duly filled Application Form (as per notification format)
  • Instructions: Candidates must report at the Auditorium, CSIR-NPL, New Delhi between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM on the respective interview date. Read the official notification carefully before attending. Verify eligibility criteria thoroughly. Reach venue well in advance for registration.

Is there any application fee for CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026?

  • No, the official notification mentions no application fee for any category.

What is the salary range for the advertised posts?

  • The monthly remuneration ranges from Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 58,000 plus HRA, varying by post code and qualification.
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