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CSIR-CECRI Chennai Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary & Online Application

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Total Vacancies
04 Posts
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Selection / Apply Mode
Offline (Post)
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Closing Date
03 March 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization Central Electrochemical Research Institute 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. CentralElectrochemicalResearchInstitute/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count Senior Project Associate, Project Assistant-II (04 Posts)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Offline (By Post) 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 03 March 2026
⏰ Reporting Time: 08:30 AM
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
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💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
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CSIR-CECRI Chennai Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary & Online Application

CSIR-CECRI Chennai Recruitment 2026: Project Staff Notification

Recruitment Overview

The CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CSIR-CECRI), operating under the aegis of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), invites online applications for the engagement of talented candidates as Senior Project Associate and Project Assistant - II. These positions are temporary and tenable at the CSIR-CECRI Chennai Unit, Taramani. This is a Direct Recruitment process based on an Interview (Hybrid Mode). Candidates interested in research and development roles in Hydrogen Fuel Cell technology and Energy Storage Solutions should apply before the deadline.

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FeatureDetails
Organization NameCSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CSIR-CECRI)
Post Name(s)Senior Project Associate, Project Assistant-II
Total Vacancies04
Application Start Date20.02.2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply03.03.2026 (05:00 PM)
Interview Date06.03.2026
Official Websitehttps://www.cecri.res.in/

Vacancy Details

The recruitment is for projects tenable at the Chennai Unit. The details of positions, qualifications, and emoluments are as follows:

Position CodePost NameMonthly EmolumentsUpper Age Limit
P01Senior Project Associate (01)
(Chemical Engg.)		₹ 42,000/- + HRA40 Years
P01Senior Project Associate (01)
(Physical/Chemical Sciences)		₹ 42,000/- + HRA40 Years
P01Senior Project Associate (01)
(Physical/Chemical Sciences)		₹ 42,000/- + HRA40 Years
P02Project Assistant-II (01)
(Chemistry)		₹ 20,000/- + HRA35 Years

Project Tenure & Titles:

  • Senior Project Associate: Design and Development of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Powered Cargo 3-Wheeler (GAP 16/2025) OR CSIR-Innovation Centre for Next Generation Energy Storage Solutions–Ver –2.0 (ICeNGESS Ver-2.0) (MMP65201).
  • Project Assistant-II: CSIR-Innovation Centre for Next Generation Energy Storage Solutions–Ver –2.0 (ICeNGESS Ver-2.0) (MMP65201).

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

  • Senior Project Associate (Chemical Engg.): B.Tech in Chemical Engineering or equivalent with 3 years R&D Experience OR M.Tech in Chemical Engineering with 2 years R&D Experience.
    • Desirable: Knowledge/Experience in PEM fuel cell, thermal management, Electrode Engineering, stack assembly/testing, fuel cell test station operation.
  • Senior Project Associate (Physical/Chemical Sciences): Ph.D. in Physical / Chemical Sciences with 2 years R&D Experience.
    • Desirable: Materials Modelling, Theoretical and computational chemistry.
  • Project Assistant-II: B.Sc. in Chemistry.
    • Desirable: Nil.

2. Age Limit & Relaxation

  • Age as on: The date of determining the qualification and age limit shall be on the date of interview (06.03.2026).
  • Relaxation:
    • SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Women candidates: 5 years relaxation.
    • OBC category: 3 years relaxation (or as per Govt. of India instructions).

3. Mandatory Requirements

  • Final Semester/Year students awaiting results are not eligible.
  • Applicants who have completed a total tenure of 6 years in any CSIR Lab/Instt. as Project Staff are NOT ELIGIBLE to apply.
  • CGPA/SGPA/OGPA grades must be converted to percentage based on University formula (proof required).

Selection Procedure

This is a Direct Recruitment based on an Interview. No written competitive exam is mentioned.

  • Mode of Interview: Hybrid Mode (Offline and Online).
  • Shortlisting: If a large number of candidates apply, shortlisting will be done by the Selection Committee.
  • Venue (Offline): CECRI Chennai Unit, CSIR Madras Complex, Taramani, Chennai - 600113.
  • Reporting Time: 08:30 AM on 06.03.2026.

Application Fee

Not Mentioned: Candidates should verify this on the official portal during submission.

📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step

  1. Visit the official website CECRI Chennai Unit or the specific recruitment portal: https://projrecruit.cecri.res.in/.
  2. Read the official notification (PS_2001_202026_20.pdf) carefully to ensure eligibility.
  3. Submit the Online Application only.
  4. Attach necessary documents in support of Date of Birth, Caste, Qualification, and Experience.
  5. Submit the application on or before 03.03.2026 up to 05:00 PM.
  6. Note: No other mode (Email/Post) of application is accepted. Applications received after the due date will not be considered.

📅 Important Dates

  • Start of Online Application: 20.02.2026 (10:00 AM)
  • Last Date for Online Application: 03.03.2026 (05:00 PM)
  • Date of Interview: 06.03.2026 (Reporting 08:30 AM)
  • Online Interview Link: Will be sent via email by 05.03.2026.

Contact Information

For any queries regarding Project Personnel engagement, contact:
Phone: 04565 – 241219/218 (09:00 A.M. to 05:30 P.M.)
Email: [email protected]

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