Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.
🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION
Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION
The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) is a premier national R&D organization. It is known for its cutting-edge research and development in various scientific and industrial fields. CSIR’s mission is to provide scientific and industrial research for India’s economic growth and human welfare.
💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION
- Senior Project Associate (SPA)
- Project Associate -I(PAT-I)
- 🎯Project Details
- Project(s) – “Digitization Of Indian Traditional Practices on Minerals, Metals, Materials and Allied Areas” (HCP522403)” and “Digitization of Traditional Agricultural Practices of India” (HCP522401)
- Project duration – maximum up to 31st March 2027
🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT
Post Code TKM01: Senior Project Associate (Sanskrit)
Qualification: Master’s degree / Integrated Masters in Sanskrit language from recognized University or equivalent AND three years of relevant experience Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or S&T Organizations and activities and services. Doctoral Degree in Sanskrit from a recognized University or equivalent and 2 year experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organization and Scientific activities and services.
Post Code TKM02: Project Associate-I (Metallurgy)
Essential Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Metallurgy/Metallurgical Engg. or Master’s Degree in Chemistry or equivalent.
Job Description: Identification of traditional practices from ancient classical texts and other literature and their interpretation in context to subject matter.
Post Code: TKA01: Project Associate-I (Agriculture)
Essential Qualification: Master’s /Integrated Master’s Degree in Agriculture/ Agronomy/ Horticulture/ Animal Science/any branch of Veterinary Sciences/Zoology from a recognized University or equivalent.
Desirable Qualification: Experience in documenting of Traditional Agricultural Knowledge will be preferred.
Job Description: Identification of traditional agricultural practices from ancient classical texts and other literature and their interpretation in context to agricultural subject matter.
Post Code: TKA02: Project Associate-I (Patents)
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech/Master’s/Integrated Master’s degree in Natural Sciences from recognized University or equivalent
Desirable skills: Proficiency in Patent Analytics/Patent Informatics/ PG Diploma in IPR, good written and oral skills in English
🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹
Senior Project Associate (SPA)
Rs. 42,000/-+ HRA
Age Limit; 40 years. The age limit is relaxable for candidates of reserved/statutory category as per CSIR/Govt. of India rules on the subject.
Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
(a) Rs. 31,000/-+ HRA for those candidates who have qualified CSIR UGC/ICAR/ ICMR/ NET incl. lectureship/assistant professorship or GATE OR those who have qualified National Level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments like DBT/DST or equivalent and/or their Agencies/Institutions.
(b) Rs. 25.000/-+HRA for others who do not fall under (a) above
💺 JOB LOCATION
New Delhi, India
📝 HOW TO APPLY
All eligible candidates shall fill up the form online, available at www.csir.res.in Incomplete applications or applications received through any other mode will not be accepted. Candidates must fill complete details related to their educational qualification, experience, etc.
Candidates are required to upload scan copy of following documents while applying online, failing which their candidature will be summarily rejected – Certificates establishing (1) Educational qualifications (matriculation onwards); (ii) Age: (iii) Reservation/Statutory category (in case SC/ST/OBC/PWD/EWS candidates); (iv) Experience certificate, if any; (v) Publications/Patents, if any (vi) detailed biodata. After submission of the application, candidates are advised to keep with them the generated Application No. for future correspondence. Candidates must fulfil the essential criteria and other stipulated criteria as on 23rd September 2026. Canvassing in any form will render the candidate disqualified, No TA/DA will be paid for attending/appearing in the Written Test/lnterview. Candidates should be present in-person at CSIR-TKDL Unit, 14, Satsang Vihar Marg, Qutub Institutional Area, New Delhi — 110067 for a written test/interview at the above-mentioned date and time. The interviews of the shortlisted candidates will take place on the same day or another day, as informed after the written test. The candidates must wait for result Of written examinations/instructions unless informed otherwise.
For any technical problems while submitting the online form, please contact tkdlsupport@csir.res.in
📅 IMPORTANT DATE
The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 23rd September 2026, 5:00 PM
📫 CONTACT INFORMATION
📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION
CSIR Headquarters, Anusandhan Bhawan, 2 Rafi Marg, New Delhi – 110001, India
📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE
CSIR invites applications from eligible candidates for the Project Research positions
Project Research positions Recruitment: View Official Notification
Reference: https://www.csir.res.in/sites/default/files/2026-09/advt_tkdl.pdf
In conclusion, the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) is seeking qualified candidates for various project research positions. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to contribute to significant scientific and industrial research projects. Interested candidates should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and submit their applications before the deadline.
