🏛️ National Metallurgical Laboratory Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure)
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National Metallurgical Laboratory Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in Interview for 34 Project Staff, Salary up to Rs. 42,000/-

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Verified Notification Data
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Total Vacancies
34 Posts
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Salary / Remuneration
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Selection / Apply Mode
Direct Walk-in
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Interview Date
25 March 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization National Metallurgical Laboratory 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. NationalMetallurgicalLaboratory/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count Project Staff (Project Associate, Project Assistant) (34 Posts)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Offline (By Post) No Prior Online Reg. Required 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 25 March 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
with all necessary documents on the specified dates.
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification Refer Official Notification 🌐 Authority Official Website nml.res.in ↗

📋 Candidate Walk-in Interview Checklist

Candidates must verify and arrange the following documents in chronological order prior to reporting to the interview venue:

✅ Bio-data / Proforma: Duly completed, signed application form (per notification format).
✅ Original Certificates: 10th / Matriculation (DOB proof), Essential Degrees & Marksheets.
✅ Self-Attested Photocopies: Two complete sets of photocopies of all relevant testimonials.
✅ Passport Photographs: 2 to 4 recent passport-size colour photographs (same as bio-data).
✅ Valid Photo ID Proof: Original Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or PAN Card.
✅ Experience & NOC: Experience certificates and "No Objection Certificate" if currently employed.

🎯 Selection Methodology, Screening Contingency & Perks

📝 Preliminary Screening Test Clause (Turnout Contingency)

In the event of a disproportionately high candidate turnout for the walk-in interview, the competent committee reserves the discretionary right to conduct an objective preliminary written / screening test to shortlist candidates before calling them for personal interview.

🚆 Traveling Allowance / Dearness Allowance (TA/DA) Disclosure

No TA/DA will be paid or admissible to any candidate for attending the walk-in interview. Candidates are required to make their own arrangements for travel, boarding, and lodging.

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CSIR-NML Madras Centre Recruitment 2026 - Walk-in Interview for 34 Project Staff, Salary up to Rs. 42,000/-

Recruitment Overview

The CSIR-National Metallurgical Laboratory Madras Centre (CSIR-NML) has officially announced a Walk-in Interview for the recruitment of 34 Project Staff Posts. This is a project-based recruitment offering a great opportunity for candidates with M.Tech, B.Tech, M.Sc, B.Sc, Diploma, and ITI qualifications to join a premier research organization.

This recruitment is conducted through a Direct Walk-in Interview process (Merit-based), without any competitive written examination. Candidates are required to report to the venue with all necessary documents on the specified dates.

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Feature Details
Organization Name CSIR-National Metallurgical Laboratory Madras Centre
Post Name Project Staff (Project Associate, Project Assistant)
Total Vacancies 34
Application Start Date Walk-in starts 24 March 2026
Last Date 25 March 2026
Official Website https://nml.res.in

Vacancy Details (Detailed Breakdown)

Below is the detailed breakdown of the 34 vacancies available for various Project Staff positions.

Post Name Total Posts Pay Scale/Salary (Rs.) Age Limit
Project Associate-II (PAT-II) 3 28,000/- to 35,000/- + HRA Max 35 Years
Senior - PAT 1 42,000/- + HRA Max 40 Years
Project Assistant-II (PA-II) 12 20,000/- + HRA Max 35 Years
Project Associate-I (PAT-I) 14 25,000/- to 31,000/- + HRA Max 35 Years
Project Assistant-I (PA-I) 1 18,000/- + HRA Max 35 Years
Total 34 - -

Reservation: Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/PwBD/Women (5 years) and OBC (3 years) as per government rules.

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

1. Educational Qualification

  • Project Associate-II (PAT-II): M.Tech in Metallurgical & Materials Engineering OR B.Tech in Metallurgical & Materials Engineering with 2 years experience in R&D.
  • Senior - PAT: M.Tech in Metallurgical & Materials Engineering OR B.Tech with 3 years experience in R&D.
  • Project Assistant-II (PA-II): B.Sc. in Chemistry or 3 Years Diploma in Mechanical/Metallurgical/Chemical Engineering (specific to post).
  • Project Associate-I (PAT-I): M.Sc. in Chemistry/Physics/Material Sciences OR B.Tech in Chemical/Metallurgical/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
  • Project Assistant-I (PA-I): SSC/10th plus ITI in Ceramic Trade.

2. Age Limit & Relaxation

  • Maximum Age: 35 Years for most posts; 40 Years for Senior-PAT.
  • Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Govt. norms:
    • SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 5 years
    • OBC: 3 years
  • Cut-off Date: Age is calculated as of the date of the interview (24/25 March 2026).

3. Mandatory Requirements

  • Candidates must bring all original documents (ID Proof, Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates, Category Certificate) along with one set of self-attested photocopies.
  • Recent passport-size photographs.

Selection Process

This recruitment is based on a Walk-in Interview. The selection process includes:

  1. Document Verification: Verification of original certificates.
  2. Walk-in Interview: Personal interview assessing technical knowledge and suitability.
  3. Written Test (if required): If a large number of candidates appear, a screening test may be conducted.

Application Fee

Category Fee
All Candidates No Application Fee (Free to apply)

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

  1. Read Notification: Download and carefully read the official notification PDF linked below.
  2. Prepare Documents: Gather original documents and self-attested photocopies (ID Proof, Qualification Certificates, Experience, Caste Certificate if applicable).
  3. Reach Venue: Candidates must report to the walk-in venue on 24-03-2026 or 25-03-2026 as per the specific post schedule (check notification for time slots).
  4. Fill Application: Carry a duly filled application form (if provided in the notification PDF).
  5. Attend Interview: Appear for the document verification and interview.
  6. Submit: No offline submission required; attendance is only via physical presence.

Important Dates

  • Walk-in Interview Date 1: 24 March 2026
  • Walk-in Interview Date 2: 25 March 2026
  • Reporting Time: Check the official notification for specific time slots for each post.

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