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CSIR CMERI Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for 34 Project Assistant, Project Associate and Other Posts

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  • Updated August 06, 2026 05:21 PM
  • by Deepika B Officially Verified
  • Applications closed on 14 August 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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  • Quick answer: Candidates do not need to submit a conventional online application. Eligible applicants should download and fill the prescribed form, then report at the Durgapur venue on the date assigned to their post code with original certificates, self-attested copies and a recent passport-size photograph.

CSIR-CMERI Recruitment 2026 Overview

ParticularDetails
OrganizationCSIR-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute
Advertisement NumberPRCT/04/2026
Advertisement Date3 August 2026
PostsProject Assistant, Project Associate, Project JRF, Project SRF, Senior Project Associate, Principal Project Associate and Project Scientist
Listed Positions34 positions across 29 post codes
Application ModeDirect walk-in interview
Walk-in Dates13 and 14 August 2026
Reporting Time9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
VenueCSIR-CMERI, M.G. Avenue, Durgapur – 713209, West Bengal
Nature of EngagementTemporary and project-based
Application FeeNo application fee is mentioned in the notification

CSIR-CMERI Vacancy 2026 Post-Code-Wise Details

Post CodePositionPostsAgeMonthly Remuneration
P-2691Project Assistant-II335₹20,000 + HRA
P-2692Project Assistant-II135₹20,000
P-2693Project Assistant-II235₹20,000
P-2694Project Assistant-II135₹20,000 + HRA
P-2695Project Assistant-II135₹20,000 + HRA
P-2696Project Assistant-II135₹20,000 + HRA
P-2697Project Associate-I150₹30,000 / ₹37,000
P-2698Project Associate-I135₹25,000 / ₹31,000 + HRA
P-2699Project Associate-I135₹25,000 / ₹31,000
P-26100Project Associate-I135₹25,000
P-26101Project Associate-I135₹25,000 + HRA
P-26102Project Associate-I135₹25,000 + HRA
P-26103Project Associate-I135₹25,000 + HRA
P-26104Senior Project Associate140₹42,000 + HRA
P-26105Project Associate-I135₹25,000
P-26106Project JRF / Project Associate-I128 / 35₹25,000–₹37,000
P-26107Project Associate-II135₹28,000 / ₹35,000
P-26108Project Junior Research Fellow128₹37,000
P-26109Senior Project Associate140₹42,000 + HRA
P-26110Project Scientist-I / Principal Project Associate / Senior Project Associate135 / 40₹42,000–₹56,000
P-26111Project Scientist-I / Principal Project Associate / Senior Project Associate135 / 40₹42,000–₹56,000
P-26112Project Associate-I235₹25,000 / ₹31,000 + HRA
P-26113Project Associate-I135₹25,000 + HRA
P-26114Senior Project Associate140₹42,000 + HRA
P-26115Project Associate-I135₹25,000 + HRA
P-26116Project Associate-I135₹25,000 + HRA
P-26117Project Associate-I135₹25,000 + HRA
P-26118Project Associate-I / II235₹25,000 / ₹28,000
P-26119Project Senior Research Fellow132₹42,000
Total listed positions34Actual positions may vary

CSIR-CMERI Eligibility and Qualification 2026

Post CategoryGeneral Qualification Pattern
Project Assistant-IIB.Sc. or three-year Diploma in a relevant Engineering or Technology discipline.
Project Associate-IBachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology or Master’s/Integrated Master’s in the discipline specified for the post code.
Project Associate-IIRelevant Bachelor’s degree with two years of R&D experience, or a relevant Master’s/Integrated Master’s degree.
Project JRFRelevant Graduate/Postgraduate Engineering or Technology degree with NET, GATE or another prescribed national-level selection route.
Project SRFRelevant Graduate/Postgraduate qualification through the prescribed national-level selection route and two years of research experience.
Senior Project AssociateRelevant Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with the experience prescribed for the post code.
Principal Project AssociateRelevant Bachelor’s degree with six years of experience, or Master’s/Integrated Master’s/Doctoral qualification with the prescribed experience.
Project Scientist-IRelevant Master’s/Integrated Master’s degree with four years of R&D experience.
  • Eligibility is post-code-specific. Candidates must match the exact discipline, qualification and experience prescribed for the selected post code.
  • Candidate caution: The general patterns above do not replace the post-code-wise qualification table in the official notification. Applicants should verify their exact branch and experience before attending.

CSIR-CMERI Age Limit and Relaxation

  • The upper age limit varies from 28 to 50 years, depending on the post code.
  • The relevant interview date will be used to determine age, qualification and experience.
  • SC, ST, PwBD and women candidates receive up to five years of age relaxation.
  • OBC candidates receive up to three years of age relaxation, subject to applicable Government of India and CSIR rules.

CSIR-CMERI Salary 2026

  • The notified consolidated remuneration ranges from ₹20,000 to ₹56,000 per month. HRA is payable only where specifically mentioned. For certain Project Associate posts, the higher remuneration applies to candidates who have qualified NET, GATE or another prescribed national-level examination.
  • Project Assistant-II: ₹20,000 per month, with HRA for specified post codes.
  • Project Associate-I: generally ₹25,000 or ₹31,000, depending on eligibility conditions.
  • Project Associate-II: generally ₹28,000 or ₹35,000.
  • Project JRF: ₹37,000.
  • Senior Project Associate: ₹42,000.
  • Principal Project Associate: ₹49,000.
  • Project Scientist-I: ₹56,000, with the notified experience-based increment condition.

CSIR-CMERI Selection Process 2026

  • Selection will be based on the candidate’s performance and overall assessment by the selection committee during the walk-in process. The institute may publish results on its website or communicate them by email.
  • Document and eligibility verification
  • Walk-in interview
  • Performance and overall assessment by the selection committee
  • Final engagement subject to availability of funds and approval of the competent authority

Documents Required for the Walk-in Interview

  • Completed prescribed application form
  • All original educational certificates and mark sheets
  • One self-attested photocopy of each document
  • Recent passport-size photograph
  • Experience certificates, where required
  • Category or PwBD certificate, where applicable
  • NET, GATE or other qualifying-examination proof, where applicable
  • NOC from the competent authority for candidates presently engaged in a CSIR project

How to Attend the CSIR-CMERI Walk-in Interview

  • Read Advertisement No. PRCT/04/2026 carefully.
  • Identify the exact post code matching your qualification and experience.
  • Check whether your post code is scheduled for 13 or 14 August 2026.
  • Download and complete the prescribed application form from the institute website.
  • Arrange all original documents, self-attested copies and a passport-size photograph.
  • Report at CSIR-CMERI, M.G. Avenue, Durgapur, between 9:30 AM and 11:30 AM.
  • Be prepared for the selection process to continue until late evening or the next day.
  • No TA/DA: Candidates will not receive travel or daily allowance for attending the interview.

CSIR-CMERI Recruitment 2026 Important Links

  • Download Official Notification
  • Visit Official Website

Q4. What is the salary range?

  • The notified consolidated remuneration ranges from ₹20,000 to ₹56,000 per month. HRA is available for specified post codes.

Q6. Is there an application fee?

  • No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.

Q10. Can the selection process continue to the next day?

  • Yes. The notification advises candidates that the selection process may continue until late evening or the following day.
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