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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
| Organization Name | CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CSIR-CECRI) |
| Post Name(s) | Senior Project Associate, Project Assistant-II |
| Total Vacancies | 04 |
| Application Start Date | 20-02-2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 03-03-2026 |
| Walk-in Interview | 06-03-2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.cecri.res.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Scale/Salary | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate (Chemical Engg. or Ph.D. in Physical/Chemical Sciences) |
₹42,000/- + HRA | 3 |
| Project Assistant-II (B.Sc. in Chemistry) |
₹20,000/- + HRA | 1 |
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
| Senior Project Associate | Maximum 40 years |
| Project Assistant-II | Maximum 35 years |
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:
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on educational qualifications and experience.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- 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 Step-by-Step
Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria must apply online. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official website https://www.cecri.res.in or use the direct link in the Important Links section.
- Read the official notification (Advt No: PS-01/2026) carefully before filling out the form.
- Fill out the online application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload required documents (Photograph, Signature, Certificates) in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online if applicable (Note: Notification text did not specify fee, verify via PDF).
- Review all details carefully and submit the application on or before 03-03-2026.
- 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