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Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSIR CSMCRI) Project Associate-I, Senior Project Associate, Project Scientist-I, Project Scientist-II Notification 2026 has been released on the official website of Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute. A total of 9 vacancies have been announced through the CSIR CSMCRI Project Associate-I, Senior Project Associate, Project Scientist-I, Project Scientist-II Recruitment 2026.

Candidates up to 35 years of age for Project Associate-I and up to 40 years of age for Senior Project Associate, Project Scientist-I, and Project Scientist-II posts who have qualifications such as Masters/Integrated Masters in Science, Chemistry, Chemical Science, Chemical/Mechanical Engineering, B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication, or Doctoral Degree in Chemical Science/Chemistry/Physical Sciences with relevant experience are eligible to apply for these vacancies. The application process for CSIR CSMCRI Project Associate-I, Senior Project Associate, Project Scientist-I, Project Scientist-II Recruitment 2026 is through Email mode and will remain open until 30 September 2026.

Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply through the direct links provided below in this article.

CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026 – Overview

CSIR CSMCRI Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

Candidates who are interested in applying for the CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.

Download CSIR CSMCRI Job 2026 Notification PDF

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Project Associate -I (Post Code: 01)

• Masters/ Integrated Masters in Science with specialization in Inorganic/Organic/Physical/Analytical or any other branch of Chemistry from a recognized university or equivalent.
• B.E. or B.Tech in Electronics & Communication from a recognized university or equivalent.

Project Associate -I (Post Code: 02)

• Masters/ Integrated Masters in Science with specialization in Inorganic/Organic/Physical/Analytical or any other branch of Chemistry from a recognized university or equivalent.
• B.E. or B.Tech in Electronics & Communication from a recognized university or equivalent.

Senior Project Associate (Post Code: 03)

• Masters/ Integrated Masters in Chemistry / Chemical Science from a recognized university or equivalent with 3 years’ experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services.
• OR Doctoral Degree in Chemical Sciences from a recognized university or equivalent with 2 years’ experience in research and development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services.
• Desirable: Hands on experience in activities related to catalyst synthesis.

Project Scientist – I (Post Code: 04)

• Doctoral Degree in Chemical Science from a recognized university or equivalent
• and 4 years’ experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services.
• Desirable Experience in the field of membrane science/Membrane Fabrication/Thin film composite membrane, Module fabrication.

Project Scientist – I (Post Code: 05)

• Doctoral Degree in Chemistry/ Physical sciences from a recognized university or equivalent
• and 4 years’ experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services.
• Desirable: Experience in the field of functional membranes/ Polyelectrolyte membrane/ Bipolar membranes for water purification /water splitting/fuel cells/Flow Batteries and electrocatalyst etc.

Project Scientist – II (Post Code: 06)

• Doctoral Degree in Chemical Science or Masters / Integrated Masters in Chemical / Mechanical Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent
• and 5 years experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services
• Desirable: Experience on Project Management, report writing, Mentoring of research students, Recovery of inorganic Chemicals from seawater systems, experience of Pilot-scale demonstration for field validation of the chemical processes will be given preference

Application Fee

No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.

Age Limit

Project Associate -I

• Maximum Age: 35 years
• Age Relaxation:
  • SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 05 years
  • OBC: 03 years

Senior Project Associate, Project Scientist-I, Project Scientist-II

• Maximum Age: 40 years
• Age Relaxation:
  • SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 05 years
  • OBC: 03 years

Salary / Stipend

Project Associate -I

• ₹31,000 + HRA (for NET/GATE/DST Inspire qualified) or ₹25,000 + HRA (for others)

Senior Project Associate

• ₹42,000 + GAME

Project Scientist – I

• ₹56,000 + HRA (Increment of 5% for every 2 years of experience in the same project)

Project Scientist – II

• ₹67,000 + HRA (Increment of 5% for every 2 years of experience in the same project)

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Shortlisting based on application and documents
• Interview (online/offline mode)

How to Apply

Candidates who wish to apply for CSIR CSMCRI Various Posts Recruitment 2026 via email should follow the steps below.

• Read the official notification carefully before applying.
• Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
• Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
• Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
• Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
• Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 30-09-2026.
• Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.

CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026 – Important Links