CSIR NEERI Project Associate-II Recruitment 2026

CSIR NEERI Project Associate-II Recruitment 2026

The National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR NEERI) has announced recruitment for the post of Project Associate-II. This is a temporary engagement for a research project. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply.

Job Highlights

• Organization: CSIR - National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI)
• Post Name: Project Associate-II
• Number of Vacancies: 01 (Anticipated vacancy may be 2 Nos. depending upon availability of funds)
• Location: CSIR-NEERI Nagpur
• Application Mode: Online Interview

Important Dates

The last date for submitting the online application form is 29 September 2026.

The date of the online interview will be notified separately on the official CSIR-NEERI website.

Vacancy Details

A total of 01 vacancy is announced for the post of Project Associate-II. The notification mentions that the anticipated vacancy for this post may be 2 Nos., depending on the availability of funds. Candidates will be selected from a waiting list if applicable.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following educational qualifications and age limit to be eligible for the Project Associate-II position.

Candidates should have:

• M.Sc. in Geology/Applied Geology from a recognized University AND with 2 Years of Experience.
• OR
• M.E./M.Tech in Water Resources /Hydrology from a recognized Institute.

Only candidates who have acquired the essential qualification and whose results have been declared (should have at least a provisional certificate) are eligible to apply. Candidates awaiting results or in their final semester are not eligible.

The upper age limit for the Project Associate-II post is 35 years.

The upper age limit will be calculated as on the last date of receipt of applications.

Application Fee

Candidates are not required to pay any application fees for this recruitment.

Salary / Pay Scale

The monthly emoluments for the Project Associate-II position are as follows:

• Rs. 35,000/- + HRA per month for candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC / ICAR / ICMR NET lectureship / Assistant professorship or GATE, or have qualified National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments like DBT/DST or equivalent.
• Rs. 28,000/- + HRA per month for others who do not fall under the above category.

Selection Process

Selection will be based on an online interview conducted via platforms like MS Team/Skype. The date of the interview will be announced on the CSIR-NEERI website.

If a large number of applications are received, preference will be given to candidates based on criteria adopted by the Screening Committee.

How to Apply

Eligible and interested candidates need to apply through the online interview process. The application form should be submitted online before the last date.

The notification states that candidates are invited for engagement via ONLINE INTERVIEW. Specific instructions on how to submit the online application form are available in the official notification PDF.

Documents Required

While the notification does not list specific documents to be uploaded with the application, candidates should be prepared to provide:

• Proof of Educational Qualification (Degree/Provisional Certificate)
• Experience Certificates (if applicable)
• Age Proof
• Any other relevant documents as requested during the application or interview process.

Important Instructions

• The positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
• Engagement in these projects does not confer any right for regularization.
• Experience, where required, will be counted from the date after acquiring the minimum educational qualification. Dissertation/Thesis work done during academic periods will not be counted as experience.
• Candidates awaiting results or in their final semester are not eligible.
• Mere fulfillment of minimum qualification does not guarantee an interview call.
• CSIR-NEERI reserves the right to cancel or withdraw the offer of engagement.
• Selected candidates are expected to join within the timeframe mentioned in the offer letter.
• Project staff must maintain confidentiality of project findings.
• HRA will be admissible as per applicable rules.
• CSIR guidelines for engagement of project personnel will apply.

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the CSIR NEERI Project Associate-II recruitment?
A1: The last date to submit the online application form is 29 September 2026.

Q2: How many vacancies are available for the Project Associate-II post?
A2: There is 01 vacancy announced, with an anticipated possibility of 2 Nos. depending on fund availability.

Q3: What are the educational qualifications required for Project Associate-II?
A3: Candidates need an M.Sc. in Geology/Applied Geology with 2 years of experience, or an M.E./M.Tech in Water Resources/Hydrology from a recognized institute.

Q4: Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
A4: No, candidates are not required to pay any application fees.

Q5: What is the selection process?
A5: Selection will be based on an online interview.

Q6: What is the age limit for this post?
A6: The upper age limit is 35 years as on the last date of application receipt.

Official Notification & Links

Official Website → Click Here

Notification PDF → Click Here