📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI) invites applications for 1 Project Associate-I (PAT-I) position on a temporary basis at its Regional Centre in Jalandhar. Eligible candidates can attend a walk-in interview on 24 August 2026.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI) |
| Post Name | Project Associate-I (PAT-I) |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Notification No. | 08/2026 |
| Application Mode | Walk-in Interview |
| Walk-in Date | 24 August 2026 at 11:00 AM |
| Job Type | Contractual / Temporary |
| Official Website | clri.org |
Employment Type:CONTRACTOR
Number of Vacancies:1
Vacancy Details
| S.No | Post Name | Vacancies | Reservation | Monthly Emoluments (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | 1 | Not Specified | 25,000 + HRA |
| Total | 1 | |||
Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Educational Qualification & Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | Essential: M.Sc. in Polymer Science OR M.Sc. in Chemistry (General/ Organic/ Polymer/ Inorganic/ Physical/ Analytical/ Industrial/ Materials/ Environmental). Desirable: Minimum 6 months research/industrial experience in synthesis of polymers/polymer composites, knowledge of handling analytical instruments, good communication skills in English/Hindi. | Maximum 35 years as on 24.08.2026. Relaxation: SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 5 years; OBC: 3 years. |
Educational Qualification & Experience:M.Sc. in Polymer Science or M.Sc. in Chemistry (various specializations). Desirable: 6 months experience in polymer synthesis/composites and analytical instrument handling.
Skills:Polymer synthesis, composite materials, analytical instruments, research, communication in English/Hindi.
Age Limit:Maximum 35 years as on the date of the walk-in interview (24 August 2026). Age relaxation: SC/ST/PwBD/Women (5 years), OBC (3 years) as per GOI rules.
Salary (per month): ₹25,000 + HRA per month.
Selection Procedure:
- Walk-in Interview on 24 August 2026.
Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned.
Walk-in Procedure
Candidates who wish to attend the walk-in interview for CSIR-CLRI PAT-I Recruitment 2026 should follow the steps below.
- Read Official Notification: Download and read the official notification carefully from the CLRI website.
- Fill Application Form: Duly fill the prescribed application form available at https://clri.org/CareersForms.aspx.
- Attach Documents: Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents (Date of Birth certificate, 10th/12th certificates, educational certificates and mark sheets, experience certificates, etc.).
- Report on Time: Candidates must report at the venue by 11:00 AM on 24 August 2026. Candidates will not be allowed beyond 10:30 AM.
- Carry Originals: Bring all original certificates for verification along with a photo ID proof (Aadhar, Voter ID, etc.) and 2 passport-size colour photographs.
Walk-in Interview Date: 24 August 2026 at 11:00 AM
Venue: CSIR-CLRI Regional Centre, Leather Complex, Kapurthala Road, Jalandhar-144021.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 4 August 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 24 August 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Reporting Cut-off Time | 10:30 AM on 24 August 2026 |
🔗 Important Official Links
Official Website: https://clri.org
Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification
Application Form: Download Application Form (CLRI Careers Page)
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Walk-in Only: This is a walk-in interview. Candidates must appear in person at the specified venue and time. Do not send applications by post/courier.
- Prescribed Format: Use the prescribed application form available on the CLRI website. Applications in any other format will not be considered.
- Eligibility: Ensure you meet the essential qualification (M.Sc. in Polymer Science or Chemistry) and age criteria (max 35 years, with relaxations).
- Documents: Bring self-attested photocopies of all required documents and original certificates for verification. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Reporting Time: Candidates will not be allowed beyond 10:30 AM on 24 August 2026.
- No TA/DA: No travelling expenses will be paid for appearing in the interview.
- Contractual & Temporary: The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project (up to 31.03.2027). It does not confer any right to permanent appointment at CLRI/CSIR.
- CSIR Tenure Limit: Candidates who have completed a total tenure of 6 years as Project Personnel in any CSIR Lab/Institute are NOT ELIGIBLE to apply.
- Final Year Students: Students in their final year/semester awaiting results are NOT ELIGIBLE to be considered.
- Check Website: Visit the official CLRI website regularly for any updates or corrigenda.