CSIR-CSMCRI Project Scientist & Associate Recruitment 2026: 62 Posts

📅 Posted: 22/05/2026 📝 Updated: 22/05/2026

Total Vacancy62

Salary₹20,000 to ₹67,000 + HRA [Varies by Post Level]

LocationAll India

Last Date10/06/2026

Short Information: CSIR–Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSIR-CSMCRI), Bhavnagar, one of India's premier multidisciplinary research institutes under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), has announced 62 project-based vacancies across six position levels — from Project Assistant-II to Project Scientist-II — under the ULIP Project Code MLP002616 entitled "Research, Translation & Sustainable Development of Marine Resources for Salt, Water, Chemicals and Bio-products".

This is a research-focused opportunity for candidates with backgrounds in Chemistry, Biology, Marine Sciences, Biotechnology, Engineering, Computer Science, and related disciplines. Monthly emoluments range from ₹20,000 + HRA for Project Assistant-II up to ₹67,000 + HRA for Project Scientist-II, with built-in increment provisions. For Project Associate-I candidates who have qualified NET/GATE/DBT/DST national-level exams, the fellowship is ₹31,000 + HRA, which is significantly higher than the standard ₹25,000 + HRA.

HRA is admissible as per Government of India rules. Age limit varies by position: 35 years for Project Assistant-II, Project Associate-I, and Project Scientist-I, and 40 years for Senior Project Associate, Principal Project Associate, and Project Scientist-II. SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates get 5 years relaxation, OBC candidates get 3 years.

The last date to apply via email is 10 June 2026 by 18:00 Hrs. These are purely temporary, project-based positions co-terminus with the project — maximum engagement across all CSIR projects cannot exceed 6 years.

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CSIR-CSMCRI Project Staff Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates

Notification Released	22/05/2026
Last Date to Apply (Email)	10/06/2026 (06:00 PM / 18:00 Hrs)
Interview Date	To be communicated via email to shortlisted candidates

CSIR-CSMCRI Project Staff Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee

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Payment: N/A (No application fee)

CSIR-CSMCRI Project Scientist & Associate Recruitment 2026: 62 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit

Age Limit: 35 Years (PA-II, PA-I, PS-I) | 40 Years (SPA, PPA, PS-II) — as on last date of application

(SC / ST / PwBD / Women: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, As per Government of India instructions issued from time to time)

Post Code	Post Name	Total Post	Monthly Emoluments	Age Limit	Eligibility (Brief)
01	Project Assistant-II	07	₹20,000 + HRA	35 Yrs	B.Sc. in Chemistry.
02	Project Assistant-II	01	₹20,000 + HRA	35 Yrs	B.Sc. in Physics.
03	Project Assistant-II	02	₹20,000 + HRA	35 Yrs	B.Sc. in Marine Science/Marine Biology/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Botany/Zoology/Fisheries/Aquaculture/Environmental Science. (MARS Mandapam, TN)
04	Project Associate-I	21	₹31,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) or ₹25,000 + HRA (Others)	35 Yrs	M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc. in Inorganic/Organic/Physical/Analytical or any branch of Chemistry.
05	Project Associate-I	08	₹31,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) or ₹25,000 + HRA (Others)	35 Yrs	M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc. in Botany/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Marine Sciences/Zoology/Plant Science/Marine Biology/Fisheries/Aquaculture. (01 post at MARS Mandapam, TN)
06	Project Associate-I	01	₹31,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) or ₹25,000 + HRA (Others)	35 Yrs	M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc. in Environmental Sciences.
07	Project Associate-I	03	₹31,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) or ₹25,000 + HRA (Others)	35 Yrs	B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering.
08	Project Associate-I	02	₹31,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) or ₹25,000 + HRA (Others)	35 Yrs	B.E./B.Tech in IT / Computer Science.
09	Project Associate-I	01	₹31,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) or ₹25,000 + HRA (Others)	35 Yrs	B.E./B.Tech in Civil / Mechanical Engineering.
10	Senior Project Associate	01	₹42,000 + HRA	40 Yrs	M.Sc. in Biochemistry/Biotechnology with 3 yrs R&D experience OR Ph.D. in Biological Sciences/Biochemistry with 2 yrs experience.
11	Senior Project Associate	01	₹42,000 + HRA	40 Yrs	M.Sc. in Botany/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Marine Sciences with 3 yrs R&D experience OR Ph.D. in related Biological Sciences with 2 yrs experience.
12	Senior Project Associate	01	₹42,000 + HRA	40 Yrs	M.Sc. in Chemical Science with 3 yrs R&D experience OR Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences with 2 yrs experience. Desirable: Salt & marine chemicals experience.
13	Senior Project Associate	01	₹42,000 + HRA	40 Yrs	M.Sc. in Chemical Science with 3 yrs R&D experience OR Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences with 2 yrs experience. Desirable: Membrane R&D experience.
14	Senior Project Associate	01	₹42,000 + HRA	40 Yrs	M.Sc. in Chemistry with 3 yrs R&D experience OR Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences with 2 yrs experience. Desirable: Membranes for Electrochemical energy systems.
15	Senior Project Associate	01	₹42,000 + HRA	40 Yrs	M.Sc. in Chemical/Biological/Pharmaceutical Science with 3 yrs R&D experience OR Ph.D. in related Sciences with 2 yrs experience. Desirable: Natural product isolation, bioassay, microbial techniques.
16	Senior Project Associate	01	₹42,000 + HRA	40 Yrs	B.Tech/B.E. in Electronics & Communication with 3 yrs R&D experience OR M.Tech/M.E. in Electronics & Communication with 2 yrs experience.
17	Principal Project Associate	01	₹49,000 + HRA	40 Yrs	M.Sc. in Biological Science/Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Botany with 6 yrs R&D experience OR Ph.D. in related fields with 3 yrs experience.
18	Project Scientist-I	01	₹56,000 + HRA	35 Yrs	Ph.D. in Biological Sciences/Botany/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Marine Sciences with 4 yrs R&D experience.
19	Project Scientist-I	01	₹56,000 + HRA	35 Yrs	Ph.D. in Chemical Science OR M.Tech/M.E. in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering with 4 yrs R&D experience. Desirable: Inorganic chemical recovery, pilot-scale demonstration.
20	Project Scientist-I	01	₹56,000 + HRA	35 Yrs	Ph.D. in Chemical Science with 4 yrs R&D experience. Desirable: Membrane science/Thin film composite membrane/Module fabrication.
21	Project Scientist-I	01	₹56,000 + HRA	35 Yrs	Ph.D. in Chemical Science with 4 yrs R&D experience. Desirable: Functional/Polyelectrolyte/Bipolar membranes for water purification/fuel cells/Flow Batteries/electrocatalyst.
22	Project Scientist-II	01	₹67,000 + HRA	40 Yrs	Ph.D. in Chemistry/Physics with 5 yrs R&D experience. Desirable: Electrochemistry/electrolyzer/electrocatalysis experience after Ph.D.
23	Project Scientist-II	01	₹67,000 + HRA	40 Yrs	Ph.D. in Biological Sciences (desirable: Biotechnology/Molecular Biology) with 5 yrs R&D experience.
24	Project Scientist-II	01	₹67,000 + HRA	40 Yrs	Ph.D. in Agronomy/Agricultural Sciences with 5 yrs R&D experience.
25	Project Scientist-II	01	₹67,000 + HRA	40 Yrs	M.Tech/M.E. in IT/Computer Science with 5 yrs R&D experience. Desirable: Data analysis, ML, Python/R/SQL, AI-driven analytics.
Total Vacancy		62
Note: Post Code 3 (02 posts) and Post Code 5 (01 post out of 08) are located at MARS Mandapam, Tamilnadu. All other posts are at CSIR-CSMCRI, Bhavnagar, Gujarat.

Recruitment Table: Post Level Wise Vacancy Summary

Post Level	Total Posts	Emoluments	Age Limit
Project Assistant-II	10	₹20,000 + HRA	35 Years
Project Associate-I	36	₹25,000 or ₹31,000 + HRA	35 Years
Senior Project Associate	07	₹42,000 + HRA	40 Years
Principal Project Associate	01	₹49,000 + HRA	40 Years
Project Scientist-I	04	₹56,000 + HRA	35 Years
Project Scientist-II	04	₹67,000 + HRA	40 Years
Total	62
Note:All positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with Project Code MLP002616. Maximum cumulative engagement across all CSIR projects cannot exceed 6 years.

CSIR-CSMCRI Project Staff Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria

Project Assistant-II (Post Code 01-03): Bachelor's Degree in Science in Chemistry / Physics / Marine Science / Marine Biology / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Botany / Zoology / Fisheries / Aquaculture / Environmental Science from a recognised university.
Project Associate-I (Post Code 04-09): M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc. in Chemistry / Botany / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Marine Sciences / Zoology / Environmental Sciences OR B.E./B.Tech in Chemical / Civil / Mechanical / IT / Computer Science Engineering from a recognised university.
Project Associate-I with NET/GATE/DBT/DST qualification gets ₹31,000 + HRA; others get ₹25,000 + HRA.
Senior Project Associate (Post Code 10-16): M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc. in relevant discipline with 3 years R&D experience OR Ph.D. in relevant discipline with 2 years R&D experience (post-specific disciplines apply — see vacancy table).
Principal Project Associate (Post Code 17): M.Sc. in Biological Science/Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Botany with 6 years R&D experience OR Ph.D. in related fields with 3 years R&D experience.
Project Scientist-I (Post Code 18-21): Ph.D. in relevant discipline (Biological/Chemical Sciences or equivalent Engineering) with minimum 4 years R&D experience.
Project Scientist-II (Post Code 22-25): Ph.D. in relevant discipline (Chemistry/Physics/Biological Sciences/Agronomy/Agricultural Sciences) OR M.Tech in IT/Computer Science with minimum 5 years R&D experience.
R&D experience must be from Industrial/Academic Institutions or Science & Technology Organizations and Scientific Activities/Services.
Experience certificates must clearly indicate duration, place of work, and position held.
Candidates may apply for multiple posts but must submit a SEPARATE application form for each post.

CSIR-CSMCRI Project Staff Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post Name	Salary Level
Project Assistant-II	₹20,000 + HRA per month (Increment of 15% after 3 years of experience in the same project)
Project Associate-I (NET/GATE/DBT/DST qualified)	₹31,000 + HRA per month
Project Associate-I (Others)	₹25,000 + HRA per month
Senior Project Associate	₹42,000 + HRA per month
Principal Project Associate	₹49,000 + HRA per month
Project Scientist-I	₹56,000 + HRA per month (Increment of 5% for every 2 years of experience in the same project)
Project Scientist-II	₹67,000 + HRA per month (Increment of 5% for every 2 years of experience in the same project)

CSIR-CSMCRI Project Staff Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps

Shortlisting of applications based on eligibility criteria and supporting documents
Interview (Online or Offline mode — to be communicated to shortlisted candidates via email only)
No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview

CSIR-CSMCRI Project Staff Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern

Recruitment Details: Selection Process Overview

No written examination — Selection is based on application screening followed by Interview.
Interview mode (Online/Offline) will be communicated to shortlisted candidates through email only.
No TA/DA will be reimbursed for attending the interview.
Incomplete applications or applications without supporting documents will not be considered for shortlisting.
Interview date will be intimated only to shortlisted candidates via email.

Recruitment Table: Email Address for Submission — Post Code Wise

Post Codes	Post Names	Email Address
01 to 09	Project Assistant-II & Project Associate-I	dushyantrajpurohit745@gmail.com
10 to 25	Senior Project Associate, Principal Project Associate, Project Scientist-I & II	vaibhavk.csmcri@csir.res.in

Recruitment Table: Application Document Requirements — Post Level Wise

Post Level	Application Type	Max PDF Size	Key Documents Required
Project Assistant-II & Project Associate-I (Post Code 01–09)	Prescribed Application Form (scanned colour PDF with passport photo)	1 MB	10th, 12th, UG/PG mark sheets & degree certificates (all semesters), NET/GATE/national exam scorecards, experience certificates, self-attested copies of all documents
Senior PA, Principal PA, Project Scientist-I & II (Post Code 10–25)	Prescribed Application Form + Detailed CV	5 MB	UG/PG/Ph.D. degree & mark sheets, publications list, conference/seminar/workshop details, awards, national exam details, experience certificates, special skills

CSIR-CSMCRI Project Staff Recruitment 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics

There is no prescribed written exam syllabus for this recruitment. Selection is purely through application screening and interview. For senior positions (Post Code 10–25), research experience, publications, and domain expertise in the relevant specialization areas are key evaluation criteria during the interview.

📚 Key Research Areas (Project MLP002616)

Salt and Marine Chemicals Research
Marine Biotechnology and Bio-products
Membrane Technology and Electrochemical Energy Systems
Desalination and Water Purification
Natural Product Isolation, Purification and Structural Elucidation
Renewable Energy and Environmental Sustainability
Advanced Materials and Catalysis
Agricultural Sciences and Agronomy
Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Python/R/SQL, AI-driven Analytics (Post Code 25)

CSIR-CSMCRI Project Staff Recruitment 2026How to Apply

Download the prescribed Application Form from the CSIR-CSMCRI official website: https://www.csmcri.res.in
Fill the application form carefully and correctly as per the prescribed template — do NOT alter the format.
Do NOT fill anything in the space marked 'Form Number' — it is for official use only.
Affix a recent passport-size photograph in the prescribed space on the application form.
Clearly specify your age in years, months, and days.
Attach self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents (age proof, 10th, 12th, UG/PG/Ph.D. mark sheets and degree certificates for all semesters, NET/GATE/national exam scorecards, experience certificates).
For Post Codes 10–25: Prepare a detailed CV covering educational qualifications, research experience, Ph.D. details, publications, conferences, seminars, workshops, awards, and special skills.
Combine the duly filled signed application form (and CV for senior posts) along with all self-attested documents into a SINGLE PDF file (max 1 MB for Post Code 01–09; max 5 MB for Post Code 10–25).
Send the PDF via email to the correct email address based on post code (see table above) on or before 10 June 2026 by 18:00 Hrs.
Clearly mention the name of the post applied for and the post code in the subject line of the email.
Candidates applying for multiple posts must submit SEPARATE application forms for each post.
No hard copy needs to be sent to the Institute — email submission only.

Recruitment Note: About CSIR-CSMCRI, Bhavnagar

Established in 1954, CSIR–Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSIR-CSMCRI), Bhavnagar, Gujarat, is one of India's premier multidisciplinary national laboratories under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). The institute is internationally recognized for cutting-edge research in salt and marine chemicals, advanced materials, catalysis, membrane technology, desalination, renewable energy, environmental sustainability, marine biotechnology, and specialty chemicals. CSIR-CSMCRI has a strong track record of translating research into industrial innovations and societal applications, working closely with industries and government agencies. Located in Bhavnagar on the Saurashtra coast, the institute has unique access to marine resources that drive its research agenda. It also operates a Marine Research Station (MARS) at Mandapam, Tamilnadu, for marine biology and oceanography-related research. CSIR-CSMCRI is consistently ranked among the top CSIR laboratories and has contributed significantly to India's self-reliance in salt production technologies, seaweed-based products, and industrial chemicals derived from marine sources.

Recruitment Note: About the ULIP Project (MLP002616)

The current recruitment is under the ULIP (Umbrella Laboratory Infrastructure Programme) Project Code MLP002616, entitled 'Research, Translation & Sustainable Development of Marine Resources for Salt, Water, Chemicals and Bio-products'. This is a large, multi-disciplinary project covering the full research-to-translation pipeline — from fundamental science to pilot-scale demonstration and field validation. The project spans multiple domains including marine biotechnology, salt chemistry, membrane science, electrochemical energy systems, water purification, natural product discovery, agronomy, and digital data analytics. Selected candidates will work at the cutting edge of applied marine science research, directly contributing to India's blue economy and sustainable chemical industry goals.

Recruitment Note: Important Terms & Conditions of Engagement

All positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project duration. Engagement of project staff across different projects at CSIR-CSMCRI or any other CSIR Laboratory/Institute, taken together, shall NOT exceed 6 years in any case. The engagement does not confer any right or claim — implicit or explicit — for regular appointment, continuation, extension, or absorption in CSIR-CSMCRI. HRA is admissible as per extant Government of India rules applicable to Bhavnagar. Age relaxation of 5 years is provided for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates as per Government of India instructions. Candidates must ensure that all information furnished in the application is correct — furnishing incorrect or misleading information will lead to rejection of candidature at any stage.

Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Basic Emoluments

In addition to the monthly emoluments (fellowship + HRA), project staff at CSIR-CSMCRI benefit from a world-class research environment with access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, analytical equipment, and scientific libraries. Project Scientist-I and Project Scientist-II positions carry a 5% increment for every 2 years of continued experience in the same project. Project Assistant-II positions carry a 15% increment after 3 years of experience in the same project. Working at CSIR-CSMCRI provides exposure to national and international collaborative research, publications in peer-reviewed journals, and participation in conferences and workshops — all of which significantly strengthen the academic and research profile for future career opportunities in academia and industry.

CSIR-CSMCRI Project Staff Recruitment 2026Important Official Links

Apply Online (Email for PA-II & PA-I) Application Window: Closes 10/06/2026 by 18:00 Hrs \| For Post Code 01–09 only	Click Here ↗
Apply Online (Email for SPA, PPA, PS-I & PS-II) Application Window: Closes 10/06/2026 by 18:00 Hrs \| For Post Code 10–25 only	Click Here ↗
Download Application Form Advt No. CSIR-CSMCRI/RES.PLG/MISC-02/2026-27	Click Here ↗
Download Notification Advt No. CSIR-CSMCRI/RES.PLG/MISC-02/2026-27	Click Here ↗
Official Website	Click Here ↗

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Quick Overview

🚀 Recruitment Overview

Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization	CSIR-CSMCRI
Post Name	Project Scientist & Project Associate
Total Vacancy	62
Salary	₹20,000 to ₹67,000 + HRA [Varies by Post Level]
Job Location	All India
Apply Mode	Online
Last Date	10/06/2026
Official Website	Visit Website ↗

💡 Expert Tip

Two email IDs are used for this recruitment — use the WRONG one and your application will likely be ignored. Post Codes 01–09 (Project Assistant-II and Project Associate-I) must be emailed to dushyantrajpurohit745@gmail.com, while Post Codes 10–25 (Senior Project Associate, Principal Project Associate, Project Scientist-I/II) must go to vaibhavk.csmcri@csir.res.in. Also, for Project Associate-I (Post Code 4–9), if you have a valid NET/GATE/DBT/DST scorecard, attach it — it directly upgrades your fellowship from ₹25,000 to ₹31,000 per month. All documents must be combined into a single PDF: under 1 MB for PA-II/PA-I applications, and under 5 MB for senior positions. Subject line of the email must clearly mention the post name and post code.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for Project Scientist-II at CSIR-CSMCRI? ▼

Ans: Project Scientist-II receives ₹67,000 per month plus HRA as per Government of India rules applicable to Bhavnagar. After adding HRA (approximately 24% for Bhavnagar as a Y-category city), the gross monthly emolument works out to approximately ₹83,000 to ₹85,000 per month. The position also carries a 5% increment for every 2 years of continued experience in the same project, making it a financially attractive research fellowship.

Q.2 What is the last date to apply for CSIR-CSMCRI Project Staff Recruitment 2026? ▼

Ans: The last date to submit the application via email is 10 June 2026 by 18:00 Hrs (6:00 PM). Applications received after this deadline will not be considered. Candidates are advised to submit well in advance. No hard copy needs to be sent — only email submission is required. For Post Codes 01–09, send to dushyantrajpurohit745@gmail.com; for Post Codes 10–25, send to vaibhavk.csmcri@csir.res.in.

Q.3 Is there any written examination for this CSIR-CSMCRI recruitment? ▼

Ans: No written examination is conducted for this recruitment. Selection is based on shortlisting of applications followed by an Interview. The interview may be conducted in online or offline mode — the mode and date will be communicated exclusively via email to shortlisted candidates. No TA/DA is provided for attending the interview. Incomplete applications or those without supporting documents will not be shortlisted.

Q.4 What is the age limit for Project Associate-I and Project Scientist-I? ▼

Ans: The age limit for Project Assistant-II, Project Associate-I, and Project Scientist-I is 35 years as on the last date of application. For Senior Project Associate, Principal Project Associate, and Project Scientist-II, the age limit is 40 years. Age relaxation of 5 years is available for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates as per Government of India rules.

Q.5 How to download the CSIR-CSMCRI Project Staff Recruitment 2026 Notification and Application Form? ▼

Ans: The official notification and the prescribed Application Form can be downloaded from the CSIR-CSMCRI official website at www.csmcri.res.in under the 'Opportunities' section. The application form is available as a .docx file. Candidates must use only the prescribed format — the format must not be altered. The advertisement number is CSIR-CSMCRI/RES.PLG/MISC-02/2026-27.

Q.6 What is the educational qualification required for Project Associate-I (Post Code 04)? ▼

Ans: For Post Code 04, candidates must hold a Master's degree or Integrated Master's degree in Science with specialization in Inorganic, Organic, Physical, Analytical, or any other branch of Chemistry from a recognised university or equivalent. Those who have qualified CSIR-UGC NET / ICAR / ICMR NET (including Lectureship/Assistant Professorship), GATE, or national-level exams conducted by DBT/DST or equivalent agencies are eligible for the higher fellowship of ₹31,000 + HRA; others receive ₹25,000 + HRA.

Q.7 Can candidates apply for multiple posts in this CSIR-CSMCRI recruitment? ▼

Ans: Yes, candidates may apply for multiple posts. However, a SEPARATE application form must be submitted for each post — all documents combined into a single PDF per application. Each application must be sent to the correct email address based on the post code. For Post Codes 01–09, email to dushyantrajpurohit745@gmail.com; for Post Codes 10–25, email to vaibhavk.csmcri@csir.res.in. The subject line of the email must clearly mention the post name and post code applied for.

Q.8 Is this a permanent government job at CSIR-CSMCRI? ▼

Ans: No, all positions are purely temporary and project-based, co-terminus with Project Code MLP002616. The engagement does not confer any right or claim — implicit or explicit — for regular appointment, continuation, extension, or absorption in CSIR-CSMCRI or any other CSIR laboratory. The cumulative engagement of project staff across all CSIR projects (at any CSIR lab) cannot exceed 6 years in any case. These positions are research fellowships/associateships, not permanent government service posts.