Overview
CSIR-CMERI Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery (CoEFM), Ludhiana has released a recruitment notification for the post of Project Associate-II, Senior Project Associate / Project Associate-II, Project Associate-I, Project Assistant-II (4 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- CSIR-CMERI Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery (CoEFM), Ludhiana
- Vacancies
- 4
- Advertisement No
- CMERI/CoEFM/2026/04
Important Dates
| Walk-in date | 11.11.2026 (Wednesday), reporting at 10:00 AM |
| Date of advertisement | 28.10.2026 |
| Walk-in interview (P-701 to P-704) | 11.11.2026 (Wednesday) |
| Reporting time | 10:00 AM |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| P701 - Project Associate-II | 01 |
| P702 - Senior Project Associate or Project Associate-II | 01 |
| P703 - Project Associate-I | 01 |
| P704 - Project Assistant-II | 01 |
Important Links
- Official NotificationOpen Link
Vacancy Details
Post: Vacancies | Consolidated Pay per Month P701 - Project Associate-II: 01 | Rs. 35,000 + HRA (NET/GATE qualified, see below); Rs. 28,000 + HRA for others P702 - Senior Project Associate or Project Associate-II: 01 | Senior Project Associate: Rs. 42,000/- + HRA. Project Associate-II: Rs. 35,000 + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) or Rs. 28,000 + HRA P703 - Project Associate-I: 01 | Rs. 28,000 + HRA P704 - Project Assistant-II: 01 | Rs. 20000/- The higher Project Associate-II pay of Rs. 35,000 + HRA goes to candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC / ICAR / ICMR NET (including lectureship / assistant professorship) or GATE. It also goes to candidates who have qualified national-level examinations conducted by Central Government departments like DBT/DST or their agencies/institutions. Under the HRA note, research fellows may be given hostel accommodation where it is available, and those living in hostels are not entitled to HRA. Where hostel accommodation is not available, HRA may be allowed as per Central Government norms for the city, calculated on the fellowship amount. The centre says the number of vacancies is tentative. It may go up or down across disciplines and projects, and the actual number may change on the day of the walk-in interview.
Age Limit
Post: Upper Age Limit P701 - Project Associate-II: 35 Years P702 - Senior Project Associate: 40 Years P702 - Project Associate-II: 35 Years P703 - Project Associate-I: 35 Years P704 - Project Assistant-II: 35 Years Age, qualification and experience are all counted as on the date of the interview for the post code, which is 11 November 2026. SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and women candidates get age relaxation as per Government of India/CSIR rules.
Selection Process
Candidates are selected by a walk-in interview before a Selection Committee. They can choose Hindi or English as the language for the interview. The selection process may continue until late evening or into the next day. Candidates who do not meet the eligibility criteria at any stage, during the process or later, will have their candidature cancelled without any reason being given. The decision of CSIR-CMERI on selection is final, and no correspondence will be entertained.
How to Apply
• Download the application form from the CSIR-CMERI vacancy page. • Fill in the form. • Report on 11 November 2026 at 10:00 AM to CSIR-CMERI Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery, Opp. GNE College, Gill Road, Ludhiana-141006, Punjab. • Appear before the Selection Committee with your documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for CSIR CMERI Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 4 Project Associate, Project Assistant and More Posts?
Walk-in date: 11.11.2026 (Wednesday), reporting at 10:00 AM; Date of advertisement: 28.10.2026; Walk-in interview (P-701 to P-704): 11.11.2026 (Wednesday); Reporting time: 10:00 AM
What is the age limit?
Post: Upper Age Limit P701 - Project Associate-II: 35 Years P702 - Senior Project Associate: 40 Years P702 - Project Associate-II: 35 Years P703 - Project Associate-I: 35 Years P704 - Project Assistant-II: 35 Years Age, qualification and experience are all counted as on the date of the interview for the post code, which is 11 November 2026. SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and women candidates get age relaxation as per Government of India/CSIR rules.
What is the selection process?
Candidates are selected by a walk-in interview before a Selection Committee. They can choose Hindi or English as the language for the interview. The selection process may continue until late evening or into the next day. Candidates who do not meet the eligibility criteria at any stage, during the process or later, will have their candidature cancelled without any reason being given. The decision of CSIR-CMERI on selection is final, and no correspondence will be entertained.