CSIR National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR NIO) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Associate II Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official CSIR NIO website. The last date to submit the application form is 25-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the CSIR NIO Project Associate II Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
NIO Mumbai Project Associate - II Recruitment 2026 Overview
Vacancy Details
Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualification: M.Sc Zoology/Marine Science(specialisation in Biology)/Oceanography(specialisation in Biology) with minimum two years of research experience post MSc in the relevant field.
- Desirable Qualification/Experience: Experience in zooplankton sampling, identification and data analyses, knowledge of taxonomic identification of zooplankton species.
Salary/ Stipend
Important Dates
Selection Process
- Not explicitly detailed in the provided details (likely based on application screening and possible interview as standard for such positions).
Job requirement / General Information / Instructions
- Selected candidates will have to carry out extensive fieldwork onboard research vessels and fishing boats for marine biological sample collection and analysis of water and sediment.
- Sample processing and identification of zooplankton to the lowest possible level.
- Maintain and manage the project database.
- Preparation of reports and manuscripts.
- Position required to be filled for period of months: 6
How to Apply
- Apply online via the Application Link provided in the official notification.
CSIR NIO Project Associate II Important Links