CSIR Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 05 Senior Project Associate, Project Associate and Other Posts

CSIR – Fourth Paradigm Institute (CSIR)  has released an official notification for the recruitment of 05 Senior Project Associate, Project Associate and Other Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official CSIR website. The last date to submit the application form is 31-12-2025. In this article, you’ll find the CSIR Senior Project Associate, Project Associate and Other 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.

CSIR-4PI Project Staff Recruitment 2025 Overview

CSIR-4PI Project Staff Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details 

Eligibility Criteria

• Common Age Limits:
  • Senior Project Associate (Sr. PAT): Maximum 40 years (as on 31.12.2025).
  • Project Associate-I / II (PAT-I / PAT-II): Maximum 35 years (as on 31.12.2025).
  • Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women, 3 years for OBC as per Govt. of India instructions.
• Emoluments (per month, consolidated):
  • Senior Project Associate (Sr. PAT): Rs. 42,000/- + HRA.
  • Project Associate-I (PAT-I):
    • Rs. 31,000/- + HRA to scholars selected through CSIR-UGC NET (incl. Lectureship/Assistant Professorship)/GATE or national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments/Agencies/Institutions.
    • Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for others.
  • Project Associate-II (PAT-II):
    • Rs. 35,000/- + HRA to scholars selected through CSIR-UGC NET (incl. Lectureship/Assistant Professorship)/GATE or national-level examinations as above.
    • Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for others.
• Post Code: PAT I/II/07/2025/01 – Project Associate I or II (MMP055202)
  • Essential Qualification – PAT-I:
    • Master’s degree in Physics / Atmospheric Science / Oceanography / Meteorology / Climate Science / Marine Science or equivalent from a recognized university.
  • Essential Qualification – PAT-II:
    • Master’s degree in Physics / Atmospheric Science / Oceanography / Meteorology / Climate Science / Geoinformatics / GIS / RS / Marine Science or equivalent from a recognized university, and
    • 2 years research experience in relevant area in recognized R&D/industrial/academic/S&T organization.
  • OR M.E./M.Tech. in Atmospheric Science / Meteorology / Climate Science or equivalent from a recognized university.
  • Desirable:
    • Experience with Unix/Linux OS.
    • Working knowledge of GrADS, Ferret, MATLAB, GIS.
    • Programming skills in FORTRAN, C++, Python, R, NCL, Shell scripting.
    • Experience handling multi-source, multi-format hydro-meteorological data and NWP model simulation.
    • Experience with AI/ML tools for data analytics; NET/GATE qualification.
  • Job Description:
    • Analysis of hydro-meteorological data, NWP model simulations and AI/ML-based data analytics, working in a team environment.
• Post Code: Sr. PAT/07/2025/02 – Senior Project Associate (GAP001033)
  • Essential Qualification (any one):
    • Master’s Degree in Physics / Atmospheric Sciences / Mathematics / Computer (Information) Sciences or equivalent from a recognized university and 3 years’ R&D experience in Industrial/Academic/Science & Technology organizations.
    • OR Doctoral degree in Physics / Atmospheric Sciences / Remote Sensing / Computer Sciences or equivalent from a recognized university.
    • OR Masters / Integrated Masters in Engineering with specialization in Computer (Information) Science / Atmospheric Sciences or equivalent from a recognized university.
  • Desirable:
    • Good programming skills in advanced Python and R.
    • Experience in Machine Learning and Deep Learning tools for predictive data analytics.
  • Job Description:
    • Development of dynamic prediction models, AI/ML-based predictive modelling and data modelling.
• Post Code: PAT I/07/2025/03 – Project Associate-I (GAP001033)
  • Essential Qualification:
    • Master’s Degree in Physics / Mathematics / Statistics / Environmental Sciences / Atmospheric Sciences or equivalent from a recognized university.
    • OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with specialization in Environmental Science / Remote Sensing or equivalent from a recognized university.
  • Desirable:
    • Working experience in Linux, Python Programming, R Programming.
    • Experience in mathematical modelling.
  • Job Description:
    • Multi-scale data analytics and development of Machine/Deep Learning models.
• Post Code: PAT I/II/07/2025/04 – Project Associate I or II (MMP015203)
  • Essential Qualification – PAT-I:
    • B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc. in any of the following areas (or equivalent):
      • Robotics / Mechatronics
      • Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)
      • AI / ML / Data Science (DS)
      • Mechanical Engineering
  • Essential Qualification – PAT-II (any one):
    • B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc. in above areas with 2 years’ experience in R&D in industrial and academic institutions or S&T organizations and scientific activities/services.
    • OR M.E./M.Tech./Integrated M.Tech. in the above areas.
  • Desirable:
    • Strong programming skills in Python; familiarity with ML libraries (e.g. PyTorch).
    • Hands-on experience with sensor-based data sources (LiDAR, camera, stereo etc.) on autonomous vehicles/ADAS.
    • Familiarity with Reinforcement Learning and Computer Vision techniques; knowledge of simulators like CARLA.
    • Experience in setting up and analysing experiments for ML/RL; familiarity with version control (Git).
    • At least one peer-reviewed publication in AI/ML/CV/NLP; CSIR-UGC NET (including Lectureship) / GATE qualified; MS (by Research)/BS & MS (Dual Degree) desirable.
  • Job Description:
    • Running experiments in RL simulators and real vehicles, benchmarking, dataset generation.
    • Field work for data collection on autonomous vehicle platforms.
    • Writing reports, presentations, documentation, research articles and any other project-assigned work.

Salary/Stipend

• Senior Project Associate (Sr. PAT): Rs. 42,000/- per month + HRA (consolidated as per project rules).
• Project Associate-II (PAT-II):
  • Rs. 35,000/- + HRA for NET/GATE or equivalent national-level exam qualified candidates.
  • Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for others.
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I):
  • Rs. 31,000/- + HRA for NET/GATE or equivalent qualified candidates.
  • Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for others.
• All emoluments are purely project-based, temporary and without any claim to regular CSIR/CSIR-4PI posts.

Age Limit (as on 31-12-2025)

• Senior Project Associate (Sr. PAT): Maximum 40 years.
• Project Associate-I / Project Associate-II: Maximum 35 years.
• Relaxation in upper age limit: 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC candidates, or as per Govt. of India instructions.

Application Fee

• The advertisement does not specify any application fee for these project staff positions.

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Engagement is purely temporary and contract-based, initially for one year and co-terminus with the project; extendable based on project tenure and performance.
• Selection will be based on screening of applications followed by personal interview.
• Candidates will be shortlisted based on their applications; only shortlisted candidates will be called for personal interview through online mode.
• Interview details (date, mode, link) will be intimated by email to shortlisted candidates.
• A written test may be conducted if necessary, depending on the number and suitability of applicants.
• CSIR-4PI reserves the right to increase/decrease the number of posts, downgrade positions to suitable level if no eligible candidates are found, and draw a panel of selected candidates valid for one year for similar project requirements.
• Performance of project staff will be reviewed every six months; unsatisfactory performance may lead to termination.

General Information/Instructions

• Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply for these positions.
• Engagement of project staff is as per CSIR guidelines / funding agency guidelines; no implicit or explicit claim for absorption or regular CSIR/CSIR-4PI posts.
• Applications with incomplete information, received after the last date, submitted through modes other than email, or containing multiple post codes in a single form will be rejected.
• Result awaited candidates are not eligible for interview.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• CSIR-4PI reserves the right to relax any provisions in this advertisement on reasonable grounds and to reject any or all applications without assigning reasons.
• Selected candidates must produce all original certificates (educational, experience, ID proof, etc.) at the time of joining; discrepancies may lead to cancellation.
• Currently employed candidates must provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of joining/interview, as applicable.

How to Apply

• Download the prescribed application proforma from the CSIR-4PI website (www.csir4pi.res.in).
• Carefully fill all columns of the application form, indicating clearly the post and post code being applied for (separate application for each position, if applying for more than one post code).
• Affix one passport size photograph on the application.
• Scan the completely filled application form into a single PDF file.
• Attach scanned copies of:
  • Govt-issued Photo ID proof.
  • SSLC/Class-10 certificate (Date of Birth proof).
  • All semester mark sheets and degree/provisional/convocation certificates for required qualifications.
  • Experience certificates (if applicable).
• Email the application PDF and supporting documents to [email protected] on or before 31 December 2025.
• The email subject line must be exactly: “Application for the position of …… (Post Code ………………..)”.
• Candidates must apply separately for each post code; combined applications for multiple posts will not be considered.
• CGPA/SGPA/OGPA grades should be converted to percentage using the formula prescribed by the respective university/institute.

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