National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 notification has been released on the official website https://www.nio.res.in/. A total of 2 vacancies have been announced through the NIO Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026.
Candidates with a M.Sc. degree in Bioinformatics, Marine Science, Oceanography, Marine Biology, Marine Biotechnology, Marine Microbiology, or equivalent qualification are eligible to apply for these Project Associate-I posts. The application process for NIO Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 is open and will remain available until 04 October 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply through the direct links provided below in this article.
NIO Project Associate - I Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | National Institute of Oceanography |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Project Associate - I |
| No of Posts | 2 |
| Advt No | GAP003897/3321-26 |
| Salary | 31000 |
| Qualification | M.Sc Bioinformatics / Marine Science / Oceanography / Marine Biology / Marine Biotechnology / Marine Microbiology or equivalent |
| Last Date | 04-10-2026 |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Job Type | Temporary |
NIO Project Associate - I Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the NIO 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.
Download NIO Project Associate - I Job 2026 Notification PDF
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Project Associate - I | 2 |
| Total | 2 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Project Associate - I: M.Sc Bioinformatics / Marine Science (specialization in Biology) / Oceanography (specialization in Biology) / Marine Biology / Marine Biotechnology / Marine Microbiology or equivalent. Experience in handling sample collection in marine habitats, laboratory skills for Microbiology, Molecular biology and Bioinformatic analysis.
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Age Limit
- Project Associate - I: Please refer to the official notification for age limit details.
Salary / Stipend
- Project Associate - I: ₹31,000/- per month
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for application | 04 October 2026 |
Selection Process
Please refer to the official notification for selection process details.
How to Apply
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for the NIO Project Associate - I Recruitment 2026.
- Applications must be submitted on or before 04-10-2026.
- To apply directly, use the Apply link provided in the Important Links section.
- Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of NIO to complete the application.
- Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
- Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
NIO Project Associate - I Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Application Form | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
