CSIR Innovation Protection Unit — Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
Cut-off Date: 13 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 27 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 14 Sep 1999 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 27 yrs | — | 14 Sep 1999 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 30 yrs | +3 yrs | 14 Sep 1996 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 14 Sep 1994 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 32 yrs | +5 yrs | 14 Sep 1994 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 37 yrs | +10 yrs | 14 Sep 1989 to 13 Sep 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 13 Sep 2026)
The CSIR Innovation Protection Unit has issued an official recruitment notification for Project Scientist / Project Associate, announcing a total of 5 vacancies located in All India. To be eligible, applicants must hold Masters/Bachelors degree in Engineering/Physics/Chemistry as per post requirements with relevant R&D experience. and be within the prescribed age limit of Not specified; standard government relaxations apply., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 42,000 - 56,000 per month plus HRA. The selection procedure comprises Walk-in interview and assessment of academic records.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 22 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 13 Aug 2026 |
| Post Name | Project Scientist / Project Associate |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Qualification | Masters/Bachelors degree in Engineering/Physics/Chemistry as per post requirements with relevant R&D experience. |
| Age Limit | Not specified; standard government relaxations apply. |
| Salary | Rs. 42,000 - 56,000 per month plus HRA |
| Selection Process | Walk-in interview and assessment of academic records. |
The CSIR Innovation Protection Unit (CSIR IPU) has announced 5 contractual vacancies for the positions of Project Scientist and Project Associate-Senior PAT under Advertisement No. IPU/02/2026. Interested and eligible candidates must attend the scheduled walk-in interview to be considered for these roles.
| Post Name | Discipline | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Project Scientist (PS-1) | Mechanical Engineering | 1 |
| Project Associate-Senior PAT | Civil Engineering | 1 |
| Project Associate-Senior PAT | Electronics and Communication Engineering | 1 |
| Project Associate-Senior PAT | Physics | 1 |
| Project Scientist (PS-1) | Chemistry | 1 |
| Post Category | Interview Date |
|---|---|
| Mechanical and Civil Engineering | 13 August 2026 |
| Electronics, Physics, and Chemistry | 14 August 2026 |
Candidates must bring original academic, experience, and category certificates, along with a self-attested photocopy of each. Ensure you carry a valid ID proof and sufficient passport-size photographs. It is recommended to report to the venue well ahead of the scheduled time to complete the registration process.
The official notification does not specify a strict minimum or maximum age limit; however, standard category relaxations apply (OBC: 3 years, SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 5 years).
Project Scientists receive Rs. 56,000 + HRA, while Project Associates receive Rs. 42,000 + HRA. Project Scientists are eligible for a 5% increment every 2 years.
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