CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 37 Senior Project Associate, Project Associate and More Posts
Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSIR CSMCRI) invites applications for 37 posts of Senior Project Associate, Project Associate and More from Graduate/Post Graduate candidates with relevant experience, and the email application process will run till 05 May 2026 at the official CSIR CSMCRI website.
The latest Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSIR CSMCRI) Recruitment 2026 has been announced for Project Associate-I / Senior Project Associate / Project Assistant-II / Project Associate-II posts! Published in 2026 at the official CSIR CSMCRI platform, this new recruitment drive offers 37 openings for eligible candidates. Applicants within the maximum age limit of 35 years and possessing qualifications such as M.Sc., B.E./B.Tech, or B.Sc. in relevant disciplines can apply via email from the notification release date to 05 May 2026. Find all details about the CSIR CSMCRI Project Associate & Assistant vacancy 2026, including eligibility, application process, and notification PDF here.
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Candidates who are interested in applying for the CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Project associate-I (PAT-I): MSc. in Chemistry/Chemical Science; M.Sc. in Marine Biology with 3 years of experience; B.E./B.Tech in Biotechnology/Bioprocess Engineering/Fermentation/Biochemical Engineering; M.Sc in Chemistry/Chemical Sciences; M.Sc in Biotechnology/ Biological Sciences; B.E./B.Tech in Biotechnology/Bioprocess Engineering/Fermentation/Biochemical Engineering; B.Sc Microbiology/Biotechnology/Botany/Marine Biology; M.Sc in Chemistry/Chemical Sciences/Hydrochemistry; M.Sc in Chemistry; B.E/B.Tech in Chemical/mechanical/engineering /chemical technology OR Diploma in engineering/Technology OR B.Sc in Chemistry/Chemical Science/Physics/Physical Science; B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering; M.Sc in Chemistry/Chemical Sciences OR B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering/Chemical Engineering /Mechanical Engineering.
Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT): M.Sc. in Marine Biology with 3 years of experience in Research and Development in implementing Downstream Processes in Industrial and Academic Institutions.
Project Assistant-II (PA-II): B.Sc Microbiology/Biotechnology/Botany/Marine Biology; B.E/B.Tech in Chemical/mechanical/engineering /chemical technology OR Diploma in engineering/Technology OR B.Sc in Chemistry/Chemical Science/Physics/Physical Science.
Project associate-II (PAT-II): M.Sc in Chemistry/Chemical Sciences OR B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering/Chemical Engineering /Mechanical Engineering with 2 years experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services OR Master's in Civil Engineering/ Chemical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering.
Age Limit
Maximum Age Limit: 35 years for all posts.
Age relaxation will be as per government rules.
Salary / Stipend
Post Name
Salary
Project associate-I (PAT-I)
Rs. 31,000+ HRA (for NET/GATE qualified) or Rs. 25,000+ HRA (for others)
Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT)
Rs. 42,000+ HRA
Project Assistant-II (PA-II)
Rs. 20,000 + HRA
Project associate-II (PAT-II)
Rs. 35,000+ HRA (for NET/GATE qualified) or Rs. 28,000+ HRA (for others)
CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
Event
Date
Last Date to Apply
05 May 2026
Selection Process
Interview (hybrid mode: online and offline)
How to Apply
Read the official notification carefully before applying.
Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 05-05-2026.
Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
CSIR CSMCRI Senior Project Associate, Project Associate and More Recruitment 2026 - FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit your application via email for the CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026 is May 5, 2026. Ensure your application reaches the concerned authority before this deadline.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in the CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 37 vacancies announced for various project-based positions including Project Associate-I, Senior Project Associate, Project Assistant-II, and Project Associate-II in the CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026.
Q3. What are the minimum educational qualifications required for CSIR CSMCRI posts?
The minimum educational qualification ranges from B.Sc. to M.Sc. in relevant disciplines such as Chemistry, Marine Biology, Biotechnology, various Engineering fields, and more, depending on the specific post.
Q4. What is the age limit for applying to CSIR CSMCRI positions?
The maximum age limit for all the posts under this recruitment is 35 years. Age relaxation will be provided as per the government's rules and regulations.
Q5. What is the application process for CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026?
Candidates need to apply via email. The application should be a single PDF file containing all necessary documents and sent to the respective Project Investigator's email address before the last date.
Q6. What is the salary offered for Project Associate-I posts?
For Project Associate-I posts, the salary is Rs. 31,000+ HRA for NET/GATE qualified candidates and Rs. 25,000+ HRA for others.
Q7. What is the selection process for these CSIR CSMCRI positions?
The selection process for these project-based positions will involve an interview, which may be conducted in a hybrid mode, combining both online and offline methods.
Q8. Is there any application fee for CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026?
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification for the CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026. Candidates can apply without paying any fee.
Q9. What is the location of CSIR CSMCRI?
The Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSIR CSMCRI) is located in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, with the pincode 364002.
Q10. Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes, a separate application form must be submitted for each post a candidate wishes to apply for, ensuring all requirements for each specific post are met.
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