CSIR-National Metallurgical Laboratory (CSIR-NML), a Jamshedpur-based laboratory under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, is hiring project staff for its time-bound research projects. The engagement covers Project Assistant, Project Associate, Scientific Administrative Assistant, Project-JRF and Project Scientist positions across 32 projects, with around 48 positions in total. The roles span metallurgy, chemistry, engineering and allied fields, offering temporary contract work on ongoing research and sponsored projects at the laboratory in Jharkhand.
CSIR NML Recruitment 2026 - Project Assistant, Project Associate and Other Posts
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026T/PS/04/2026
Total Vacancies
48
Last Date
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Apply Mode
Walk-in
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview held on 06 Oct 2026
- Notification22 Sept
- Walk-in06 Oct
- Walk-in Held06 Oct
About CSIR NML Project Assistant, Project Associate and Other Posts Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- CSIR-National Metallurgical Laboratory
- Advertisement No.
- T/PS/04/2026
- Post Name
- Project Assistant-I (PA-I), Project Assistant-II (PA-II) and 5 more
- Job Location
- Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Interested candidates (Indian Nationals Only) fulfilling the criteria towards age, educational qualifications etc)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 50 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE for Project-JRF posts
- Tenure
- Purely temporary, co-terminus with the respective time-bound project; initial engagement for a certain period, extendable or curtailable at the discretion of the competent authority
- Notice Period
- One month notice from either side, or one month stipend in lieu thereof
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Assistant-I (PA-I)
4
Project Assistant-II (PA-II)
15
Scientific Administrative Assistant (SAA)
1
Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
19
Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
5
Project-JRF
3
Project Scientist-I (PS-I)
1
Total48
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | 4 |
| Project Assistant-II (PA-II) | 15 |
| Scientific Administrative Assistant (SAA) | 1 |
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | 19 |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II) | 5 |
| Project-JRF | 3 |
| Project Scientist-I (PS-I) | 1 |
| Grand Total | 48 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Project Assistant-I (PA-I)4 posts
- Qualification
- 10th Plus ITI in Fitter Trade (META-001); 10th Plus ITI in Turner Trade (SSP-1537); 10th Plus ITI in Electrician Trade (MMP-085203/3, HCP-002601)
- Age Limit
- 35 years as on the date of interview
Project Assistant-II (PA-II)15 posts
- Qualification
- 3 years Diploma in Mechanical/Metallurgical/Metallurgical and Materials Engineering/Materials Science and Engineering (SSP-1509); 3 years Diploma in Metallurgical Engineering or B.Sc. in Chemistry (SSP-1461, MMP-085202-WP-3, TD Connex); B.Sc. in Chemistry/Environmental Science (MMP085202-WP-2); B.Sc. in Chemistry/Geology (SSP-1312, HCL Project); 3 Years Diploma in Chemical/Metallurgical Engineering or B.Sc. in Chemistry (MMP-085203/1); 3 years Diploma in Electronics/Electronics and Communication/Computer Science and Engineering or B.Sc. in Chemistry (HCP-002601); B.Sc. in Information Technology/Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) (MLP-002636)
- Age Limit
- 35 years as on the date of interview
- Note
- Experience in DIY kit development and demonstration desirable for the HCP-002601 posts
Scientific Administrative Assistant (SAA)1 post
- Qualification
- B.Sc. in Information Technology/Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) for the TMP-249 (ANRF-CRMR Project)
- Age Limit
- 50 years as on the date of interview
- Note
- Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Data Base Management System desirable
Project Associate-I (PAT-I)19 posts
- Qualification
- B.Tech in Metallurgical/Materials & Metallurgical/Materials Science/Mechanical Engineering (RAIL-001); M.Sc. in Chemistry (MMP085202-WP-2, MMP-085203/1, MMP-085203/3, TD Connex, GAP-0305 WP-10, TMP-249); B.Tech in Chemical/Metallurgical/Metallurgical and Materials/Material Science & Engineering or M.Sc. in Chemistry (MMP-085203/1); B.Tech in Chemical/Metallurgical Engineering or M.Sc. in Chemistry/Environmental Science (MMP-015202); B.Tech in Metallurgical/Chemical Engineering (MMP-085202-WP-3); B.Tech in Metallurgical Engineering (SSP-1516); B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (DAE-BRNS Project); B.Tech in Metallurgy/Material Science/Metallurgical and Materials/Mechanical Engineering or M.Sc. in Chemistry (GAP-0305 WP-10); B.Tech in Metallurgical/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering or M.Sc. in Chemistry/Physics (GAP-0305 WP-08); B.Tech in Electronics and Communication/Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering (Vedanta Project); B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (SSP-1542); B.Tech in Chemical/Metallurgical/Mechanical Engineering or M.Sc. in Chemistry (TMP-249)
- Age Limit
- 35 years as on the date of interview; 50 years for the ANRF sponsored project posts
- Note
- Experience in finite element method, MATLAB, fatigue-fracture analysis of metals, residual stress assessment, Eddy Current and Ultrasonic NDE desirable for some projects
Project Associate-II (PAT-II)5 posts
- Qualification
- M.Sc. in Chemistry and 2 years experience in Research and Development (SSP-1530, HCP-002502); M.Tech in Mechanical/Metallurgy/Agricultural Engineering or M.Sc. in Physics/Chemistry/Biology and 2 years experience in Research and Development (NCP-080401); B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering and 2 years experience in Research and Development (GAP-0317, SSP-1540)
- Experience
- 2 years experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organisations and Scientific activities and services
- Age Limit
- 35 years as on the date of interview
- Note
- Experience in chemical analysis of ores, minerals and coal, finite element analysis, residual stress assessment, or organising skill development training and data analysis desirable for some projects
Project-JRF3 posts
- Qualification
- B.Tech in Metallurgical/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering (GAP-0305 WP-08) or B.Tech in Chemical/Metallurgical/Mechanical/Mineral Engineering (TMP-249) and selected through National Eligibility Tests - CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE, or through a national level selection process conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies and institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER etc.
- Age Limit
- 28 years as on the date of interview
Project Scientist-I (PS-I)1 post
- Qualification
- Ph.D. in Geology for the TMP-249 (ANRF-CRMR Project)
- Experience
- 2 years of experience in organic petrology and geochemistry and minimum 2 publications in SCI journal
- Age Limit
- 50 years as on the date of interview
Age Limit
Upper age limit as on the date of interview: 35 years for PA-I, PA-II, PAT-I and PAT-II; 28 years for Project-JRF; 50 years for SAA and PS-I (ANRF sponsored projects)
Age Relaxation
Relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC candidates
Selection Process
- 1Screening Test
Held only if the number of candidates for the walk-in is very high; a screening committee may shortlist candidates through a written test or any other criteria it adopts.
- 2Walk-in Interview
Candidates report in person between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM on the group's scheduled date; final selection is at the discretion of the competent authority, CSIR-NML.
Salary Structure
Project Assistant-I (PA-I)
Pay: Rs. 18,000 + HRA
Project Assistant-II (PA-II)
Pay: Rs. 20,000 + HRA
Scientific Administrative Assistant (SAA)
Pay: Rs. 24,000 + HRA
Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Pay: Rs. 25,000 + HRA, or Rs. 31,000 + HRA for candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship or GATE or equivalent national level examinations; Rs. 30,000 + HRA or Rs. 37,000 + HRA for the ANRF sponsored project
Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Pay: Rs. 28,000 + HRA, or Rs. 35,000 + HRA for candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship or GATE or equivalent national level examinations
Project-JRF
Pay: Rs. 37,000 + HRA
Project Scientist-I (PS-I)
Pay: Rs. 77,000 + HRA
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | Rs. 18,000 + HRA |
| Project Assistant-II (PA-II) | Rs. 20,000 + HRA |
| Scientific Administrative Assistant (SAA) | Rs. 24,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | Rs. 25,000 + HRA, or Rs. 31,000 + HRA for candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship or GATE or equivalent national level examinations; Rs. 30,000 + HRA or Rs. 37,000 + HRA for the ANRF sponsored project |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II) | Rs. 28,000 + HRA, or Rs. 35,000 + HRA for candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship or GATE or equivalent national level examinations |
| Project-JRF | Rs. 37,000 + HRA |
| Project Scientist-I (PS-I) | Rs. 77,000 + HRA |
How to Apply
- 1Download the Project Staff Application Form (Advt. No. T/PS/04/2026) in the prescribed proforma and fill it, using a separate form for each Group applied for
- 2Affix a recent self-attested colour passport-size photograph on the form
- 3Attach self-attested photocopies of all educational, experience, age-proof and category certificates as applicable
- 4Report to CSIR-NML, Burmamines, Jamshedpur-831007 (Jharkhand) between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM on the date fixed for your project's Group
- 5Carry all original certificates and documents for verification along with the filled application and self-attested copies
- 6Appear for the walk-in interview or test conducted on the day
Reporting Venue
CSIR-NML, Burmamines, Jamshedpur-831007 (Jharkhand)
Reporting time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Eligible Indian nationals must report in person at CSIR-NML, Burmamines, Jamshedpur-831007 between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM on the date fixed for their project's group, carrying the duly filled application form with a recent colour passport photograph pasted on it, self-attested copies of all relevant testimonials and certificates, and all originals for verification. A separate application form is required for each group. No other mode of application is accepted and no TA/DA is paid for attending the interview or test.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Filled-in Project Staff Application Form with affixed colour photograph
•SSC/SSLC/10th certificate for name and date of birth proof
•10+2
•Diploma/ITI
•Graduation
•Post-Graduation and Ph.D. certificates and mark sheets as applicable
•CSIR-UGC NET/GATE certificate where applicable
•Experience certificates or relieving letters where required
•Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD) where applicable
•Aadhaar Card
•PAN Card
•Proof of joining OM if presently working as Project Staff in CSIR-NML or another CSIR Lab
Important Details
- Engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project and confers no right to continuation, absorption or regularization in CSIR or CSIR-NML.
- Candidates already engaged as Project Staff in CSIR-NML or any other CSIR Lab or Institute for 6 years or more are not eligible; those engaged for less than 6 years will have their tenure automatically end on completion of 6 years.
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the walk-in interview or test.
- Final semester or final year students awaiting results and not holding the final result as on the date of the walk-in interview are not eligible.
- A separate application form is required for each Group and no other mode of application is entertained.
- Hindi may be used as the medium of conversation during the interview.
- The number and level of positions may increase, decrease or be cancelled at any stage.
Walk-in Interview Schedule (Group-wise)
Group A
Date: 06 October 2026 (Tuesday)
Project S.No. Covered: 1-4
Group B
Date: 06 October 2026 (Tuesday)
Project S.No. Covered: 5-10
Group C
Date: 07 October 2026 (Wednesday)
Project S.No. Covered: 11-14
Group D
Date: 07 October 2026 (Wednesday)
Project S.No. Covered: 15-17
Group E
Date: 08 October 2026 (Thursday)
Project S.No. Covered: 18-22
Group F
Date: 08 October 2026 (Thursday)
Project S.No. Covered: 23-24
Group G
Date: 09 October 2026 (Friday)
Project S.No. Covered: 25-29
Group H
Date: 09 October 2026 (Friday)
Project S.No. Covered: 30-32
| Group | Date | Project S.No. Covered |
|---|---|---|
| Group A | 06 October 2026 (Tuesday) | 1-4 |
| Group B | 06 October 2026 (Tuesday) | 5-10 |
| Group C | 07 October 2026 (Wednesday) | 11-14 |
| Group D | 07 October 2026 (Wednesday) | 15-17 |
| Group E | 08 October 2026 (Thursday) | 18-22 |
| Group F | 08 October 2026 (Thursday) | 23-24 |
| Group G | 09 October 2026 (Friday) | 25-29 |
| Group H | 09 October 2026 (Friday) | 30-32 |
Reporting Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Terms and Conditions
- Engagement is against time-bound projects tenable at CSIR-NML and is co-terminus with the project; it may be terminated by one month's notice from either side or one month's stipend in lieu thereof.
- Offer of engagement will be issued subject to receipt of funds in the respective project from the funding agency.
- The cut-off date for determining the essential qualifications and the upper age limit is the scheduled date of interview.
- If the number of candidates for the walk-in interview is very high, a screening committee will shortlist candidates based on a written test or any other criteria and only those shortlisted will be interviewed.
- The application form with a recent colour passport photograph and self-attested copies of all relevant testimonials must be submitted for each group on the date of the walk-in interview or test itself.
- Providing false information may lead to a ban on appearing for any future recruitment or engagement process in CSIR-NML, which may also be informed to other CSIR labs, institutes and government organizations.
- The Government strives to have a workforce that reflects gender balance and women candidates are encouraged to apply.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0657-2345158
Frequently Asked Questions
Can final year or final semester students apply?
No. Candidates who are awaiting their final result and do not hold the final result as on the date of the walk-in interview are not eligible to attend.
Can I apply for more than one post or project?
Yes, but a separate application form has to be submitted for each Group applied for, and the form must be handed in on the day of the walk-in itself.
Is any TA or DA paid for attending the walk-in interview?
No. No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the walk-in interview or test.
Is this a regular appointment in CSIR-NML?
No. The engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project, and it gives no claim, implicit or explicit, to any CSIR or CSIR-NML post.
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