CSIR-NEERI Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research - National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI) has officially announced the CSIR-NEERI Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 under advertisement number RECRUIT_SD_10A_CRIAD_22102026. This recruitment drive invites applications for 2 contractual vacancies for the post of Project Associate-I based in Nagpur, Maharashtra. Candidates who wish to build a rewarding career in national scientific laboratories can explore all latest Maharashtra Government Jobs for similar openings across the state.
Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown
Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown
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Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
To be eligible for the Project Associate-I positions, applicants must possess specific post-graduate academic credentials. The required qualification is an M.Sc. / Integrated Masters in Environmental Science, Biotechnology, or Biochemistry from a recognized university. Candidates must hold the essential qualification with their result formally declared by the application deadline; provisional certificates are accepted, but final semester or result-awaited candidates are strictly ineligible.
The upper age limit is set at 35 years as on the last date of application, which is 29 October 2026. Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories in accordance with standard CSIR recruitment norms.
Salary Structure & Remuneration Benefits
Selected candidates will receive a competitive fixed stipend along with House Rent Allowance (HRA) as admissible under institutional rules. The monthly compensation is structured as follows:
- Rs. 31,000/- per month + HRA for candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET, GATE, or equivalent national-level eligibility tests.
- Rs. 25,000/- per month + HRA for other eligible candidates who do not possess a national-level test qualification.
The nature of employment is purely temporary and contractual, co-terminus with the project lifecycle, with possible extensions subject to project funding availability and satisfactory individual performance.
Selection Process & Stages
The selection methodology for the Project Associate-I role involves a multi-stage evaluation process designed to assess academic competence and subject expertise:
- Stage 1: Screening of Applications: All submitted online applications are rigorously vetted against mandatory educational criteria and document authenticity.
- Stage 2: Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview conducted via MS Teams, Skype, or alternative designated digital platforms. The interview schedule will be published on the official website.
- Stage 3: Document Verification: Final appointment is contingent upon the successful verification of original academic certificates and identity proofs.
Application Fee & Exemption Rules
Applicants belonging to all categories—including General, OBC, EWS, SC, and ST—are exempted from paying any application fee. No fee payment mode or transaction is required for submitting the online form, making the application process completely free of cost.
Step-by-Step Online Application Guide
Eligible candidates must complete their submissions through the official recruitment portal before the deadline of 29 October 2026. Follow these practical steps to apply successfully:
- Step 1: Access the official application portal at https://recruitment.neeri.res.in.
- Step 2: Download and read the Official Notification PDF thoroughly before proceeding.
- Step 3: Register on the portal using a valid, active email address and mobile number to generate login credentials.
- Step 4: Fill in all required personal, academic, and professional details accurately in the online form.
- Step 5: Upload scanned copies of required documents, photographs, and signatures according to specified formatting rules, then submit the application.
Essential Documents Checklist
Candidates must keep the following documents ready in scanned digital format prior to initiating the online application process:
- Valid Photo Identity Card: Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Driving License.
- Photographs: Recent passport-sized color photographs.
- Academic Records: Educational qualification certificates, degree marksheets, and provisional graduation certificates.
- Category Proof: Caste or category certificate issued by competent authorities, if applicable.
- Signature: Scanned copy of candidate signature meeting portal dimension guidelines.
Candidate Advisories & Important Warnings
Crucial Precautions: Ensure that all academic results are officially declared prior to applying. Final semester or result-awaited candidates will be disqualified during screening. Keep your registered email ID and application reference number active throughout the recruitment cycle for all interview notifications and updates. Note that this temporary project engagement does not offer any right to regular absorption or regularization within CSIR or CSIR-NEERI.
