Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute
— Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology
Live: Online Application Form & Official Notification Active
Deadline: 23 Sep 2026
Organization
Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute
Post Name
Project Associate I, Field Assistant, Senior Project Associate
Total Vacancies
3 Posts
Mode of Recruitment
Offline / Direct
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 42,000/- + HRA per month (vari...
Qualification
B.Sc. in Zoology/Microbiology/Life Sciences/Enviro...
Application Deadline
23 Sep 2026
| Post Name | Project Associate I, Field Assistant, Senior Project Associate |
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| Total Vacancies | 3 |
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| Qualification | B.Sc. in Zoology/Microbiology/Life Sciences/Environmental Sciences or M.Sc. in Microbiology/Environmental Sciences/Life Sciences (with experience where applicable) |
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| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years for PAT-I, 40 years for Senior-PAT, and 50 years for Field Assistant. |
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| Salary | Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 42,000/- + HRA per month (varies by post and qualification) |
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| Application Fee | Nil |
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| Selection Process | Screening of applications followed by an Online Interview. |
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CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026 Overview
Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSIR-CSMCRI) has issued an official notification inviting applications for project-based vacancies including Project Associate I, Field Assistant, and Senior Project Associate. Candidates who fulfill the educational qualifications in Microbiology, Environmental Sciences, Zoology, or Life Sciences can submit their application via email on or before 23 September 2026.
CSIR CSMCRI Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 3 temporary project vacancies are available under this engagement. The post-wise distribution is detailed below:
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Upper Age Limit |
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| Project Associate I (PAT-I) | 1 | 35 Years |
| Field Assistant | 1 | 50 Years |
| Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT) | 1 | 40 Years |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
Applicants must check the eligibility requirements before emailing their bio-data:
- Project Associate I (PAT-I): M.Sc. in Microbiology or Environmental Sciences from a recognized university. Desirable: Practical experience in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and field sampling related to marine and coastal environments.
- Field Assistant: B.Sc. in Zoology, Microbiology, Life Sciences, or Environmental Sciences from a recognized university.
- Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT): M.Sc. in Life Sciences with a minimum of 3 years of research and development experience in industrial/academic institutions or scientific organizations. Desirable: Experience in data management and coastal/marine environment modelling.
Salary Structure
| Post Name | Monthly Emoluments |
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| Project Associate I (PAT-I) | Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (For NET/GATE/National level exam qualified candidates)
Rs. 25,000/- + HRA (For candidates without national exam qualification) |
| Field Assistant | Rs. 20,000/- + HRA |
| Senior Project Associate | Rs. 42,000/- + HRA |
CSIR CSMCRI Selection Process 2026
The selection process involves two main stages:
- Initial Screening: Submitted applications and bio-data will be evaluated based on essential academic qualifications and relevant experience.
- Online Interview: Shortlisted applicants will receive communication via email on 25 September 2026 detailing the schedule and link for the online interview.
How to Apply for CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to submit your application by email:
- Download and read the official notification PDF carefully from the CSIR-CSMCRI official portal.
- Draft a structured bio-data/CV containing full personal details, permanent and correspondence addresses, contact number, educational qualifications from matriculation onwards, and research experience details.
- Attach self-attested scanned copies of supporting certificates (educational mark sheets, degree certificates, experience documents, and ID proof).
- Mention the exact post name in the subject line of your email: e.g., "Application for the post of [Post Name] - CSIR CSMCRI Recruitment 2026".
- Send the completed application to the email address specified in the official notification before 23 September 2026.
Prepare your detailed CV, attach self-attested copies of certificates and ID proof, format the subject line with the post applied for, and email the application to the official email address listed in the notification PDF before 23 September 2026.
