CSIR – Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSMCRI), Bhavnagar invites applications from talented and motivated candidates for 37 temporary positions of Project Associate-I, Senior Project Associate, Project Associate-II and Project Assistant-II under various CSIR sponsored projects. The positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
The CSIR CSMCRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Offline/Email Application process ends on 05th May 2026. This article provides complete information about CSMCRI Project Associate 2026, including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, emoluments, official notification, and application format.
CSIR CSMCRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Project Associate-I / Senior Project Associate / Project Associate-II / Project Assistant-II |
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| Total Vacancies |
37 Posts |
| Age Limit |
35 / 40 years (as on last date) |
| Salary |
₹25,000 to ₹42,000 + HRA (post-wise) |
| Minimum Qualification |
M.Sc / B.E/B.Tech / B.Sc (project-wise) |
| Application Fee |
Nil |
| Selection Process |
Shortlisting + Interview (Hybrid Mode) |
| Job Location |
Bhavnagar, Gujarat |
| Last Date |
05 May 2026 |
✅ CSIR CSMCRI Vacancy 2026 Post Wise List:
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Serial No. / Project |
Positions & Vacancies |
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| 01. Grafting of functional polymer onto Ce based framework | 04 (PAT-I) |
| 02. Electro-deionization system for ultrapure water | 05 (PAT-I) |
| 03. Microalgal based sustainable aviation fuel | 02 (Senior PAT: 1 + PAT-I: 1) |
| 04. Biomass to Chemicals | 09 (PAT-I: 8 + PA-II: 1) |
| 05. Extraction of critical metals from marine resources | 01 (PAT-I) |
| 06. High-productivity membrane for water desalination | 06 (PAT-I: 4 + PA-II: 2) |
| 07. Hydrodynamic & Sediment Management for Solar Salt Industry | 02 (PAT-I) |
| 08. Generation of pure brine in solar salt fields | 08 (PAT-I: 4 + PAT-II: 4) |
✅ Eligibility Criteria:
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Serial No. / Post |
Age Limit |
Emoluments & Qualification |
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PAT-I (All Projects) |
35 years |
₹31,000 + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) |
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Senior Project Associate |
40 years |
₹42,000 + HRA |
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Project Associate-II |
35 years |
₹35,000 + HRA (NET/GATE) |
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Project Assistant-II |
35 years |
₹20,000 + HRA |
✅ Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following steps: -
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Shortlisting of applications
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Interview (Hybrid Mode – Online & Offline)
✅ Application Fee:
- No application fee (Nil).
✅ Important Dates:
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Date of Notification |
April 2026 |
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Last Date for Submission of Application |
05 May 2026 |
✅ Important Links:
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CSIR CSMCRI Project Associate Detailed Notification |
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Application Format (DOCX) |
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Join Ind Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ How to Apply for CSIR CSMCRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply through email only. The steps are as follows:-
- Step 1: Download the prescribed Application Format from the link given above.
- Step 2: Fill the application form carefully.
- Step 3: Attach all self-attested mark sheets, certificates and other documents in a single PDF file.
- Step 4: Send the application by email to the respective Project Coordinator / Investigator whose email ID is given against each project.
- Step 5: Candidates applying for multiple projects must submit separate applications for each project.
Last Date: 05 May 2026
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in CSIR CSMCRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026?
37 temporary posts.
What is the age limit for CSMCRI Project Associate 2026?
35 years for PAT-I / PAT-II / PA-II; 40 years for Senior Project Associate.
What is the salary in CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026?
₹25,000 to ₹42,000 + HRA (as per NET/GATE qualification and post).
What is the selection process for CSIR CSMCRI Project Associate 2026?
Shortlisting followed by Interview in Hybrid Mode.
What is the last date to apply for CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026?
05 May 2026 (by email).
Is there any application fee for CSIR CSMCRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026?
No application fee (Nil).