CSIR CECRI Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Walk-in Date

CSIR CECRI Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Walk-in Date

CSIR-CECRI Recruitment 2026: Senior Project Associate & Project Assistant-II

Recruitment Overview

The CSIR Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CSIR-CECRI) has released an official notification (Advt No: PS-01/2026) for the recruitment of 04 Senior Project Associate and Project Assistant-II posts. This is a significant opportunity for candidates with qualifications in Chemical Engineering, Physical/Chemical Sciences, and Chemistry to work with India's premier electrochemical research laboratory located in Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu.

Recruitment Type: This is Direct Recruitment based on Shortlisting and Interview. It does not involve a written competitive examination.

Key Highlights

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

• Senior Project Associate (Chemical Engineering):
  • 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 of PEM fuel cell, thermal management, Electrode Engineering, stack assembly and testing.
• 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.

2. Age Limit

3. Age Relaxation

• SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 5 Years
• OBC: 3 Years
• Age relaxation applicable as per Govt. of India instructions.

Selection Process

The recruitment involves the following stages:

1. Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on educational qualifications and experience.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
3. Walk-in Details: The interview is scheduled for 06-03-2026 (Venue likely at CSIR-CECRI, Karaikudi - check official notification for exact location).

How to Apply

Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria must apply online. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website https://www.cecri.res.in or use the direct link in the Important Links section.
2. Read the official notification (Advt No: PS-01/2026) carefully before filling out the form.
3. Fill out the online application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
4. Upload required documents (Photograph, Signature, Certificates) in the prescribed format.
5. Pay the application fee online if applicable (Note: Notification text did not specify fee, verify via PDF).
6. Review all details carefully and submit the application on or before 03-03-2026.
7. Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Dates

• Start Date to Apply: 20 February 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 03 March 2026
• Walk-in/Interview Date: 06 March 2026

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF (Advt No: PS-01/2026)
• Official Website