CSIR – Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT), Hyderabad has published recruitment notification CSIR IICT Project Associate Vacancy 2026 for fill up 26 Vacancies. Ph.D / M.Sc. in Chemistry / relevant discipline with required experience candidates are eligible to appear for Research Associate (P), Senior Project Associate, Project Associate-II, Project Associate-I and Project Assistant-II posts purely on temporary basis. The CSIR IICT Walk-in Interview is scheduled on 05 May 2026 & 06 May 2026.
Eligible Candidates must check the complete details regarding Post wise Vacancies, eligibility, application fee, selection process and the application process for the CSIR IICT Project Associate Posts Recruitment 2026 provided below.
CSIR IICT Project Associate Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Research Associate / Senior Project Associate / Project Associate-II / Project Associate-I / Project Assistant-II |
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| Total Vacancies |
26 Posts |
| Age Limit |
Maximum 35 years (Relaxation as per CSIR/GoI rules) |
| Salary |
₹20,000 – ₹58,000 + HRA (Position-wise) |
| Minimum Qualification |
Ph.D / M.Sc. / B.Sc. in relevant discipline + Experience (post-wise) |
| Application Fee |
Nil (No Application Fee) |
| Selection Process |
Walk-in Interview + Skill Test (if applicable) |
| Job Location |
Hyderabad |
| Last Date |
05 & 06 May 2026 |
✅ CSIR IICT Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
Age Limit (as on date of interview): Maximum 35 years. Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and additional relaxation for PwBD / Women as per CSIR / GoI rules.
Qualification & Experience (Post-wise):
- Research Associate (P) – 1 Post: Ph.D. in Chemistry
- Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT) – 1 Post: M.Sc. in Chemistry / Polymer Science with 3 years R&D experience
- Project Associate-II (PAT-II) – 8 Posts: M.Sc. in relevant discipline + 2 years experience
- Project Associate-I (PAT-I) – 14 Posts: M.Sc. in relevant discipline (₹31,000 + HRA if NET/GATE qualified)
- Project Assistant-II (PA-II) – 2 Posts: B.Sc. in Statistics / Computer Science / Agriculture
✅ CSIR IICT Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following steps:-
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Walk-in Interview on 05 May 2026 (Position Codes 1-11) & 06 May 2026 (Position Codes 12-23)
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Skill Test (if applicable)
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Document Verification
✅ CSIR IICT Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Application Fee:
- No Application Fee is to be paid by any candidate.
✅ Important Dates:
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Notification Date |
24 April 2026 |
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Walk-in Interview (Position Codes 1-11) |
05 May 2026 |
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Walk-in Interview (Position Codes 12-23) |
06 May 2026 |
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Registration Time (Both Days) |
09:30 AM to 10:30 AM |
✅ Important Links:
| CSIR IICT Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| Official Website of CSIR IICT | IICT Official Website |
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✅ How to Apply CSIR IICT Project Associate Recruitment 2026:
Eligible & Interested candidates must appear for Walk-in Interview as per the schedule given below.
➢ Step 1: Download the detailed notification and the prescribed Application Form from the CSIR-IICT official website.
➢ Step 2: Fill the application form carefully and keep it ready along with one set of self-attested photocopies of all documents.
➢ Step 3: Bring all original certificates (from Matric/10th onwards, educational qualifications, NET/GATE, experience, DOB, category/caste etc.) for verification.
➢ Step 4: Register your name between 09:30 AM to 10:30 AM on the respective interview date (Candidates reporting after 10:30 AM will not be allowed).
➢ Step 5: Appear for the Walk-in Interview along with filled application form and documents on 05 May 2026 (Codes 1-11) or 06 May 2026 (Codes 12-23) at CSIR-IICT, Hyderabad.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in CSIR IICT Project Associate Recruitment 2026?
26 temporary posts (Research Associate – 1, Senior Project Associate – 1, Project Associate-II – 8, Project Associate-I – 14, Project Assistant-II – 2).
What is the age limit for CSIR IICT Project Associate Recruitment 2026?
Maximum 35 years (relaxation as per CSIR/GoI rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Women).
What is the salary in CSIR IICT Project Associate Recruitment 2026?
₹20,000 – ₹58,000 + HRA per month (position-wise as per CSIR norms).
What is the selection process for CSIR IICT Project Associate Recruitment 2026?
Walk-in Interview + Skill Test (if applicable) + Document Verification.
What is the application fee for CSIR IICT Project Associate Recruitment 2026?
Nil (No Application Fee).
What are the important dates for CSIR IICT Project Associate Recruitment 2026?
Notification: 24 April 2026 | Walk-in Interview: 05 May 2026 (Codes 1-11) & 06 May 2026 (Codes 12-23).