CSIR Director Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 1 Post

Council of Scientific & Industrial Research Jhunjhunu Last Date: 28th February, 2026
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CSIR Director Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 1 Post

The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has released a notification for the recruitment of a Director for the CSIR-Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CEERI), Pilani. This is a high-level opportunity for experienced scientists to lead a premier national laboratory. Interested candidates must apply offline before the deadline.

Company Name Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
Post Name Director
No of Posts 1
Salary Rs. 1,82,200 - 2,24,100
Last Date 28 February 2026
Official Website http://www.ceeri.res.in

Vacancy Details

Post Name No. of Posts Salary
Director, CSIR-Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CEERI), Pilani 1 Level 15 of Pay Matrix (Rs. 1,82,200- 2,24,100)

Eligibility Criteria for Director

  • Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in Natural Sciences or Master’s Degree in Engineering (for Engineering, Ph.D. is desirable).
  • Experience: At least 16 years of experience in Research and Development (with focus on translational research) in the areas of activities of the laboratory/Institutes/Centre and demonstrated excellence in leadership therein. Years of experience shall be computed from the beginning of the candidate’s research career.
  • Desirable Qualification: Ph.D. is desirable for Engineering candidates.
  • Age Limit: 45 years or above but not exceeding 56 years.
  • Relaxation: The qualifications, age, and experience can be relaxed in case of exceptionally meritorious candidates with the approval of DG, CSIR.

How to Apply

The application/nomination for the post with detailed bio-data highlighting scientific and translational contributions along with a list of publications/patents should be sent via email to [email protected] or by post to: Director Recruitment Cell, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Anusandhan Bhawan, 2, Rafi Marg, New Delhi-110001.

The last date for receipt of applications is 28th February 2026. Applicants must also fill out the pro-forma provided in the notification and send it along with their application.

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FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for CSIR Director Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date is 28 February 2026.

Q2: How many vacancies are available?
A: There is 1 vacancy for the post of Director at CSIR-CEERI, Pilani.

Q3: What is the application mode?
A: Candidates must apply offline via email or post.

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The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), known for its cutting edge R&D knowledge base in diverse S&T areas, is a contemporary R&D organization. CSIR has a dynamic network of 37 national laboratories, 39 outreach centres, 3 Innovation Complexes, and five units with a pan-India presence. CSIR’s R&D expertise and experience are embodied in about 3460 active scientists supported by about 4350 scientific and technical personnel as of June 2021.

CSIR covers a wide spectrum of science and technology – from oceanography, geophysics, chemicals, drugs, genomics, biotechnology and nanotechnology to mining, aeronautics, instrumentation, environmental engineering and information technology. It provides significant technological intervention in many areas concerning societal efforts, which include environment, health, drinking water, food, housing, energy, farm and non-farm sectors. Further, CSIR’s role in S&T human resource development is noteworthy.


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