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CSIR NGRI Recruitment 2026 - Project Assistant, Project Associate and Project JRF Posts

Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026PP - 09/2026
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Total Vacancies
10
Last Date
30 Sept
Closed
Apply Mode
Walk-in
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview held on 05 Oct 2026
  1. Notification24 Sept
  2. Walk-in05 Oct
  3. Walk-in Held05 Oct

About CSIR NGRI Project Personnel Recruitment 2026

CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute, a Hyderabad-based earth science research laboratory under CSIR, is hiring Project Personnel for its time-bound research projects. The recruitment covers Project Assistant-II, Project Associate-I and Project JRF positions, with 10 vacancies in total. The roles involve work on projects such as critical minerals mapping, seismic monitoring of landslides and floods, and geodynamic studies, and selection is through a walk-in interview.

Job Overview

Organization
CSIR National Geophysical Research Institute
Advertisement No.
PP - 09/2026
Post Name
Project Assistant-II (PA-II), Project Associate-I (PAT-I) and 2 more
Job Location
Hyderabad, Telangana
Who Can Apply
Candidates from anywhere in India
Job Type
Contract
Age Limit
Up to 35 years
Gender
All
Nationality
Indian
Tenure
Co-terminus with the project; project durations run up to March 2030, March 2027, March 2031, February 2027 and July 2028 depending on the post code

Vacancy Breakdown

Project Assistant-II (PA-II)
2
Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
7
Project JRF
1
Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
0
Total10

Eligibility Details

Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.

Project Assistant-II (PA-II)2 posts
Qualification
B. Sc with Computer Science / B.Sc. with Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years
Job Requirements
Computer knowledge in MS Office and Excel, office assistant and secretarial assistance in Skill Initiative training programs, and day to day work assigned
Project
CSIR - Integrated Skill Initiative (HCP002502), duration up to March 2030; interview on 09.10.2026 under Code A
Project Associate-I (PAT-I)7 posts
Qualification
B. Tech in Computer Science and allied fields (Code B); B. Tech in Computer Science / Masters in Computer Applications or M. Sc in Earth Science (Code C); M.Sc / M.Sc.(Tech) / M.Tech / M.S. / Integrated M.Tech in Geophysics / Applied Geophysics / Marine Geophysics / Exploration Geophysics / Geophysical Technology / Geosciences / Earth Sciences / Equivalent (Codes E, F and the ERT project post)
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years
Job Requirements
AI-ML tasks (Code B); geophysical field work, data processing and CCU related work (Code E); project and field work, data acquisition, data processing, map analysis and preparation (ERT post); geological field work, sample preparation, geochemical and isotopic data acquisition (Code F)
Desirable
Experience in Geophysical / Mineral Exploration and Remote Sensing & GIS applied in Mineral Exploration (ERT post); knowledge of field sample collection and sample preparation in the Geochemistry Lab (Code F)
Interview Dates
09.10.2026 for Codes B and C, 07.10.2026 for Code E and the ERT post, 05.10.2026 for Code F
Project JRF1 post
Qualification
M.Sc / M.Sc.(Tech) / M.Tech / M.S. / Integrated M.Tech in Geophysics / Applied Geophysics / Marine Geophysics / Exploration Geophysics / Geophysical Technology / Geosciences / Earth Sciences
Age Limit
Maximum 28 years
Job Requirements
Seismic data analysis, coding and research
Project
Seismic Monitoring of Landslides and Floods in the Uttarakhand Himalaya (GAP-890-28), duration up to 22 February 2027; interview on 07.10.2026 under Code D
Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Qualification
M.Sc. / M.Sc.(Tech) / M.Tech / M.S. / Integrated M.Tech in Geology / Applied Geology / Earth Sciences / Geochemistry / Applied Geochemistry / Equivalent
Experience
2 years research experience in collecting field samples and sample preparation
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years
Job Requirements
Geological field work, sample preparation, geochemical and isotopic data acquisition
Project
Geodynamic evolution of the Central India Tectonic Zone (GEOCITZ), duration up to 06.07.2028; interview on 05.10.2026 under Code F

Age Limit

Maximum 35 years for Project Assistant-II, Project Associate-I and Project Associate-II; maximum 28 years for Project JRF, as on the date of interview

Age Relaxation

Relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and up to 3 years for OBC candidates

Application Fee

General / OBC / SC / ST / PwBD / Women
Nil

Selection Process

  1. 1
    Interview

    Walk-in interview before the interview board at the CSIR-NGRI campus in Hyderabad; candidates who cannot attend in person may appear online through the Google Form.

  2. 2
    Document Verification

    Original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies are verified at the venue.

Salary Structure

Project Assistant-II (PA-II)
Pay: Rs. 20,000 per month plus HRA
Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Pay: Rs. 25,000 per month, or Rs. 31,000 per month for candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship or assistant professorship, or GATE, or equivalent national level examinations, plus HRA
Project JRF
Pay: Rs. 25,000 per month, or Rs. 31,000 per month for candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship or assistant professorship, or GATE, or equivalent national level examinations, plus HRA
Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Pay: Rs. 28,000 per month, or Rs. 35,000 per month for candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship or assistant professorship, or GATE, or equivalent national level examinations, plus HRA

How to Apply

  1. 1Read the official notification and check the eligibility for the post code you are applying against
  2. 2Fill in the application form and carry it to the venue
  3. 3Report at the CSIR-NGRI campus, Uppal Road, Hyderabad between 08:30 AM and 10:00 AM on the interview date for your post code
  4. 4Carry original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies of educational qualifications, age proof, caste certificate, experience certificates and curriculum vitae
  5. 5Carry one recent passport size photograph and Aadhar
  6. 6Appear before the interview board and complete registration formalities

Reporting Venue

CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute, Near NGRI Metro Station, Uppal Road, Hyderabad, Telangana 500007

Reporting time: 08:30 AM to 10:00 AM

Candidates must report at the CSIR-NGRI campus between 08:30 AM and 10:00 AM on the interview date fixed for their post code; no candidate is allowed entry after 10:00 AM. They must carry the filled application form, original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies of educational qualifications, age, caste, experience and curriculum vitae, along with one recent passport size photograph. Candidates who cannot attend the walk-in on the given dates must fill the Google Form and upload the application form with all certificates in a single PDF on or before 30.09.2026 to appear for an online interview.

Documents to Carry / Upload

•Filled application form
•Original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies of educational qualifications
•Curriculum vitae
•Age proof
•Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
•Experience certificates (if any)
•Aadhar
•One recent passport size photograph

Important Details

  • Candidates who cannot attend the walk-in interview on the given dates must fill the Google Form and upload the filled application form with certificates of educational qualification, age, caste, curriculum vitae, experience and Aadhar in a single PDF on or before 30.09.2026 to appear for an online interview.
  • Final semester or final year students awaiting results are not eligible.
  • The engagement is for time-bound projects, is co-terminus with the project, is not a regular appointment and carries no claim on any CSIR/NGRI post.
  • No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.

Project-wise Position Details

A
Position: Project Assistant-II (PA-II)
Interview Date: 09.10.2026
Project: CSIR - Integrated Skill Initiative (HCP002502)
Project Duration: March 2030
No. of Positions: 2
B
Position: Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Interview Date: 09.10.2026
Project: Mapping and Tapping of Critical Metals and Minerals (MMP085202)
Project Duration: March 2027
No. of Positions: 1
C
Position: Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Interview Date: 09.10.2026
Project: CSIR-Jigyasa 3.0 (HCP002601)
Project Duration: March 2031
No. of Positions: 1
D
Position: Project JRF
Interview Date: 07.10.2026
Project: Seismic Monitoring of Landslides and Floods in the Uttarakhand Himalaya (GAP-890-28)
Project Duration: 22 February 2027
No. of Positions: 1
E
Position: Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Interview Date: 07.10.2026
Project: Mapping and Tapping of Critical Metals and Minerals (MMP085202)
Project Duration: March 2027
No. of Positions: 1
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Position: Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Interview Date: 07.10.2026
Project: Mapping and Tapping of Critical Metals and Minerals (MMP085202 ERT)
Project Duration: March 2027
No. of Positions: 2
F
Position: Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Interview Date: 05.10.2026
Project: Geodynamic evolution of the Central India Tectonic Zone (GEOCITZ)
Project Duration: 06.07.2028
No. of Positions: 2
F
Position: Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Interview Date: 05.10.2026
Project: Geodynamic evolution of the Central India Tectonic Zone (GEOCITZ)
Project Duration: 06.07.2028
No. of Positions: 0

Higher Emolument for NET / GATE Qualified Candidates

Rs. 31,000 per month for Project Associate-I and Project JRF, and Rs. 35,000 per month for Project Associate-II, is paid to candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship or assistant professorship, or GATE, or national level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments such as DBT or DST or equivalent and their agencies or institutions.

Contact

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 040 2701 2374

Frequently Asked Questions

Can final year or final semester students apply?

No. Candidates who are in their final semester or final year and are awaiting results are not eligible to attend the interview.

Can a candidate who cannot attend the walk-in appear online instead?

Yes. Such candidates must fill the Google Form and upload the application form with all certificates in a single PDF on or before 30 September 2026 for an online interview.

Is the engagement a regular government appointment?

No. It is a project-linked engagement co-terminus with the project and carries no claim on any CSIR or NGRI post.

Will travel expenses be reimbursed for the interview?

No TA/DA is paid for attending the walk-in interview.

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