Overview
CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru, Karnataka has released a recruitment notification for the post of Project Associate-I (PAT-I) – Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical, Project Associate-II (PAT-II) – Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical/Thermal Design, Project Assistant-I (PA-I) – Fitter and 10 more (46 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply walk-in as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Qualification
- SSC/10th plus ITI (Fitter) for PA-I; B.Sc or 3 years Diploma in Engg/Tech for PA-II; Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology (with 2 or 3 years' R&D experience for PAT-II and Senior PAT, or Masters/Integrated Masters) for the other posts
- Vacancies
- 46
- Advertisement No
- 15/2026/PS
Important Dates
| Walk-in Dates | 12 November 2026, 16 November 2026, 23 November 2026 |
| Walk-in Date | 12 November 2026 |
| Date of Publication | 5 November 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview (12 November group) | 12 November 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview (16 November group) | 16 November 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview (23 November group) | 23 November 2026 |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) – Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical | 12 |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II) – Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical/Thermal Design | 8 |
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) – Fitter | 1 |
| Senior PAT – Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical | 1 |
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) – Metallurgical Engineering/Physics/Materials Science/Chemistry | 2 |
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) with/without NET/GATE – Metallurgical Engineering/Physics/Materials Science/Chemistry | 1 |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II) – Chemistry | 1 |
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) – ECE/EEE/CS/Instrumentation/Control | 9 |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II) – ECE/EEE/Instrumentation/Control & Automation/Computer Science/RF/Microwave | 5 |
| Project Assistant-II (PA-II) – ECE/CS/IT | 3 |
| Project Assistant-II (PA-II) – Any Stream | 1 |
| Project Associate-II (NET/GATE) – Computer Science/ECE | 1 |
| Senior PAT – Computer Science/ECE | 1 |
| Total | 46 |
Important Links
- Official NotificationOpen Link
Vacancy Details
Post: Posts | Age Limit | Pay Project Associate-I (PAT-I) – Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical: 12 | Maximum 35 years | ₹25,000 +HRA Project Associate-II (PAT-II) – Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical/Thermal Design: 8 | Maximum 35 years | ₹28,000 +HRA Project Assistant-I (PA-I) – Fitter: 1 | Maximum 35 years | ₹18,000 +HRA Senior PAT – Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical: 1 | Maximum 40 years | ₹42,000 +HRA Project Associate-I (PAT-I) – Metallurgical Engineering/Physics/Materials Science/Chemistry: 2 | Maximum 35 years | ₹25,000 +HRA Project Associate-I (PAT-I) with/without NET/GATE – Metallurgical Engineering/Physics/Materials Science/Chemistry: 1 | Maximum 35 years | With NET/GATE ₹31,000 +HRA; without NET/GATE ₹25,000 +HRA Project Associate-II (PAT-II) – Chemistry: 1 | Maximum 35 years | ₹28,000 +HRA Project Associate-I (PAT-I) – ECE/EEE/CS/Instrumentation/Control: 9 | Maximum 35 years | ₹25,000 +HRA Project Associate-II (PAT-II) – ECE/EEE/Instrumentation/Control & Automation/Computer Science/RF/Microwave: 5 | Maximum 35 years | ₹28,000 +HRA Project Assistant-II (PA-II) – ECE/CS/IT: 3 | Maximum 35 years | ₹20,000 +HRA Project Assistant-II (PA-II) – Any Stream: 1 | Maximum 35 years | ₹20,000 +HRA Project Associate-II (NET/GATE) – Computer Science/ECE: 1 | Maximum 35 years | ₹35,000 +HRA Senior PAT – Computer Science/ECE: 1 | Maximum 40 years | ₹42,000 +HRA Total: 46 Age is counted as on date of Walk-in-Interview. Age relaxation for all posts: SC/ST/PwBD/Women 5 years, OBC 3 yea…
How to Apply
• Attend the walk-in interview on the date for your specialization with the duly filled application form in the prescribed format enclosed with the notice. • The application form is available on the website https://www.nal.res.in. • Do not send the application by post, speed post or e-mail. • Apply separately for each position you want to be considered for. • Report between 9.00 AM and 9.30 AM at the venue for registration and verification of documents; no registration after 09.45 AM. • Mention your category (SC/ST/OBC/PH/EWS) clearly and attach documentary proof if claiming age relaxation. • Attend on 12 November 2026, reporting at 9:00 AM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for CSIR-NAL Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 46 Project Associate, Project Assistant and More Posts?
Walk-in Dates: 12 November 2026, 16 November 2026, 23 November 2026; Walk-in Date: 12 November 2026; Date of Publication: 5 November 2026; Walk-in Interview (12 November group): 12 November 2026; Walk-in Interview (16 November group): 16 November 2026; Walk-in Interview (23 November group): 23 November 2026
What is the age limit?
Varies by post - see the table below