CSIR Innovation Complex Mumbai has released an official notification for the recruitment of 10 Project Associate, Project Scientist And More Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official CSIR website. The last date to submit the application form is 17-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the CSIR Project Associate, Project Scientist And More Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.
CSIR Innovation Complex Mumbai Recruitment 2026 Overview
Vacancy Details
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: Varies by position – Master’s/Integrated Master’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology/Medicine, or Doctoral Degree in relevant fields such as Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacology, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Computer Sciences, etc.
- Essential Qualification: Includes specific educational qualifications with 2 to 7 years of experience in research & development in industrial/academic institutions or science & technology organizations (post-wise details apply).
- Desirable Qualification: Hands-on experience in ADME-PK/Tox studies, operation of instruments (LC-MS/MS, HPLC, etc.), cell culture, in-vitro toxicology assays, regulatory guidelines knowledge, business development, IT database/network management, etc. (as specified for each post).
- Experience: 2 to 7 years in relevant research & development areas (as per position requirements).
Salary/ Stipend
- Project Associate-II: (a) Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (for NET/GATE qualified or equivalent) (b) Rs. 28,000/- + HRA (for others)
- Senior Project Associate: Rs. 42,000/- + HRA
- Project Scientist-I: Rs. 56,000/- + HRA (Increment of 5% for every 2 years of experience in the same project)
- Project Scientist-III: Rs. 78,000/- + HRA (Increment of 5% for every 2 years of experience in the same project)
Age Limit (as on last date of application)
- Project Associate-II positions: 35 Years
- Senior Project Associate positions: 40 Years
- Project Scientist-I positions: 35 Years
- Project Scientist-III position: 45 Years
- Age relaxation as per Government of India norms: Up to 5 years for SC/ST, PwBD, female candidates; 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)
Important Dates
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on essential and desirable qualifications
- Interview for shortlisted candidates
General Information / Instructions
- Engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project; no claim for permanent CSIR post
- Project duration: 3 years; initial engagement 1 year, extendable based on performance
- Location: Mumbai
- Final year/semester students awaiting results are not eligible
- Original certificates required for verification at interview
- The Head, CSIR-Innovation Complex reserves the right to cancel or modify the notification
- Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate
- Travel may be required as per project needs
How to Apply
- Submit applications by email to [email protected] on or before 17 February 2026
- Download and fill the application form available at www.csir.res.in
- Send scanned copy of filled form along with qualifying degree
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview tentatively on 02 March 2025
- Bring original certificates, self-attested copies, bio-data, and printout of application at interview
- Reserved category candidates must bring original category certificates
- No TA/DA for attending interview
- If employed, furnish No-Objection Certificate from current employer at joining
- For queries, email to [email protected]
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