Overview
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Project Scientist, Senior Project Associate (5 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply walk-in as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
- Qualification
- Doctoral Degree in Science or Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology, Masters/Integrated Masters, Bachelor's degree
- Vacancies
- 5
- Advertisement No
- ICM/03/2026
Important Dates
| Walk-in Date | 01 September 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview | 01 September 2026 |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist III (PS-III-AC) | 1 |
| Project Scientist III (PS-III-ADME-PK) | 1 |
| Project Scientist I (PS-I-BS) | 1 |
| Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-AC) | 1 |
| Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-ADME-PK) | 1 |
| Total | 5 |
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Vacancy Details
A total of 5 vacancies are available - 1 for Project Scientist III (PS-III-AC), 1 for Project Scientist III (PS-III-ADME-PK), 1 for Project Scientist I (PS-I-BS), 1 for Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-AC) and 1 for Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-ADME-PK). Post Name: Total Posts Project Scientist III (PS-III-AC): 1 Project Scientist III (PS-III-ADME-PK): 1 Project Scientist I (PS-I-BS): 1 Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-AC): 1 Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-ADME-PK): 1 Total: 5
Eligibility
• Project Scientist III (PS-III-AC): Doctoral Degree in Science or Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent AND 7 years experience in research & development. Area of Specialization: Analytical Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Analysis/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Life Sciences. • Project Scientist III (PS-III-ADME-PK): Doctoral Degree in Science or Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent AND 7 years experience in research & development. Area of Specialization: Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical sciences/Toxicology/Life Sciences/Biotechnology. • Project Scientist I (PS-I-BS): Doctoral Degree in Science or Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent AND 4 years experience in research & development. Area of Specialization: Analytical Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Analysis/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Life Sciences/Biotechnology/Pharmacology. • Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-AC): Masters/Integrated Masters/Bachelor's degree/Doctoral degree with 2-3 years experience. Area of Specialization: Analytical Chemistry/Organic Chemistry/Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Life Sciences/Biotechnology. • Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-ADME-PK): Masters/Integrated Masters/Bachelor's degree/Doctoral degree with 2-3 years experience. Area of Specialization: Pharmacology/Pharmaceutical Sciences/Life Sciences/Biotechnology.
Age Limit
• Maximum Age Limit: 45 years for all posts. • Age relaxation is applicable: Upper age limit relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST, Divyangjan (PWD) and female applicants; 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer). Candidates should ensure that they meet the prescribed age limit as on the specified cut-off date. You can use our Age Calculator to check your exact age and confirm your eligibility before applying.
Salary
• Project Scientist III (PS-III-AC): Rs. 78,000/- + HRA • Project Scientist III (PS-III-ADME-PK): Rs. 78,000/- + HRA • Project Scientist I (PS-I-BS): Rs. 56,000/- + HRA • Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-AC): Rs. 42,000/- + HRA • Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT-ADME-PK): Rs. 42,000/- + HRA
Selection Process
• Walk-in Interview
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for CSIR Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for Project Scientist, Senior Project Associate Posts?
Walk-in Date: 01 September 2026; Walk-in Interview: 01 September 2026
What is the age limit?
Max: 45 years
What is the selection process?
• Walk-in Interview