CSIR CEERI Recruitment 2026: 16 Project Staff Posts

CSIR-CEERI Recruitment 2026: Project Staff Openings

The CSIR-Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CEERI) in Pilani, Rajasthan, has announced recruitment for various project staff positions. These are temporary engagements for ongoing projects within the institute. Candidates with relevant qualifications are invited to apply online.

Job Highlights

CSIR-CEERI is seeking qualified individuals for project staff roles. The recruitment aims to fill positions for ongoing research and development projects. The engagement is purely temporary.

Important Dates

Applications received after the last date will not be considered.

Vacancy Details

A total of 16 vacancies are available for various Project Staff positions. The specific posts and their details are as follows:

Note: If no suitable candidate is found for PAT-II, PAT-I will be considered. Candidates with the above qualification without experience can also apply for PAT-I positions; they will be eligible for the lower pay scale.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the essential qualifications and other conditions as specified in the advertisement on the last date of application receipt.

The required educational qualifications vary by post and include:

• 10th with ITI (Electronics/ Agriculture)
• B.Sc. or 03 years diploma in Engineering or Technology
• Diploma in Engineering (Electrical/Electronics)
• B.E./B.Tech. in relevant engineering disciplines (Electronics, Instrumentation, Computer Science, etc.)
• M.Sc. in relevant science subjects (Physics, Applied Physics, Electronics, etc.)
• Masters/ Integrated Masters in Natural, Agricultural, or Pharmaceutical Science/MVSc/ Animal Science
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine
• Master in Electronics, Computer Science or equivalent
• ME/M.Tech. in relevant engineering fields

Desirable qualifications may include experience with IoT platforms, coding, AR-VR applications, and professional imaging software.

The upper age limit for the positions is:

• 35 Years for PAT-I and PAT-II positions.
• 30 Years for JRF positions.

Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules: 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates and 03 years for OBC-NCL candidates.

Application Fee

Not specified in the official notification.

Salary / Pay Scale

The consolidated emoluments per month (fixed) are as follows:

• JRF: Rs. 37,000/-
• PAT-II: Rs. 35,000/- OR Rs. 28,000/- (depending on selection process)
• PAT-I: Rs. 31,000/- OR Rs. 25,000/- (depending on selection process)
• Project Assistant-II: Rs. 20,000/-
• Project Assistant-I: Rs. 18,000/-

For PAT-I and PAT-II, the higher pay scale (Rs. 31,000/- and Rs. 35,000/- respectively) is for scholars selected through National Eligibility Test (NET including lectureship) or GATE or a selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies. The lower pay scale (Rs. 25,000/- and Rs. 28,000/- respectively) is for others.

HRA will be admissible as per CSIR guidelines and subject to availability of funds in the project.

Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview. The selection will be based on the performance in the interview. The Screening Committee may fix different criteria to shortlist candidates based on project requirements.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply through the online portal available on the CSIR-CEERI website. A printout of the application form must be taken by the candidate.

All applicants must ensure they fulfill the essential qualifications and conditions before applying. They should satisfy themselves that they possess the required qualifications as on the last date of application.

Documents Required

Candidates are advised to keep the following documents ready for submission (as applicable):

• Printout of the online application form.
• Educational Qualification Certificate (Post-Graduation, Graduation, Diploma, etc.)
• Semester Mark Sheet or Final Mark Sheet.
• Category certificate (in case of SC/ST/OBC/PWBD/EWS candidates).
• NET/GATE/ Any other equivalent exam qualification certificate (If applicable).
• Experience certificate (Mandatory for posts where experience is essential).
• Other relevant certificates.

Important Instructions

• These positions are purely temporary engagements and do not confer any right for regular appointment in CSIR-CEERI/CSIR.
• The number of positions may be increased or decreased as per requirements.
• If false information is found in the application, the candidature will be cancelled, and the candidate may be debarred from future interviews.
• The decision of CSIR-CEERI in the selection process will be final.
• In case of discrepancies between the English and Hindi versions of the advertisement, the English version shall prevail.

FAQs

What is the last date to apply for CSIR CEERI Recruitment 2026?

The last date to apply online is 14.10.2026 till 05:00 PM.

How many vacancies are available?

There are 16 vacancies for Project Staff positions.

What is the age limit for JRF posts?

The age limit for JRF posts is 30 years, with relaxations applicable.

Is there an application fee?

The application fee is not specified in the official notification.

How will candidates be selected?

Candidates will be shortlisted and called for an online interview. Selection will be based on interview performance.

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