CSIR Project Staff Recruitment 2026

CSIR Innovation Complex, Mumbai is hiring 7 temporary project staff posts for scientific and project work. If you have a doctoral degree, master's degree, engineering degree, medical degree, or equivalent research background, you can attend the walk-in interview. The interview is planned for 30 June 2026 at CSIR Innovation Complex, Mumbai. Salary ranges from Rs. 42,000 to Rs. 78,000 per month plus HRA, depending on the post.

Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Project Staff Recruitment 2026 - 7 Posts

Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), through CSIR Innovation Complex, Mumbai, has notified project positions under project codes MLP 002617 and HCP 532601. The engagement is temporary, contract-based, and initially for one year, with extension possible as per CSIR rules and project needs. The work location mentioned in the notice is Mumbai, and the roles cover analytical chemistry, EHS, business development, ADME-PK, toxicology, and related scientific areas.

Vacancy Details

Total vacancies: 7 posts. The notice says the number of positions is provisional and may increase or decrease as per requirement.

Who Can Apply?

Project Scientist-I

• Qualification: Doctoral Degree in Science OR Master's/Integrated Master's Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognised university or equivalent.
• Experience: You need 4 years of research and development experience in industrial, academic, science and technology organisations, or scientific services.
• Specialisation: Analytical chemistry, chemical sciences, pharmaceutical analysis, pharmaceutical sciences, life sciences, engineering, technology, EHS, or related areas as per the post.

Project Scientist-II

• Qualification: Doctoral Degree in Science OR Master's/Integrated Master's Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognised university or equivalent.
• Experience: You need 5 years of R&D experience in the relevant science, technology, industrial, or academic area.
• Desirable: Business administration, incubation facility management, S&T management, technology transfer, project management, business development, and pharma industry exposure are useful.

Project Scientist-III

• Qualification: Doctoral Degree in Science OR Master's/Integrated Master's in Engineering or Technology from a recognised university or equivalent.
• Experience: You need 7 years of R&D experience in the relevant areas.
• Specialisation: Analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical analysis, pharmaceutical sciences, life sciences, pharmacology, toxicology, ADME-PK, or related areas as mentioned in the post table.

Senior Project Associate

• Qualification option 1: Master's/Integrated Master's degree with 3 years of R&D experience.
• Qualification option 2: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, or Medicine with 3 years of R&D experience.
• Qualification option 3: Master's/Integrated Master's in Engineering or Technology, or Doctoral degree in Science/Pharma/MD/MS, with 2 years of R&D experience.

Age Limit

• Project Scientist-I: Maximum age 35 years.
• Project Scientist-II and Senior Project Associate: Maximum age 40 years.
• Project Scientist-III: Maximum age 45 years.
• Age reference date: Qualification and age will be checked as on the date of walk-in interview.
• Age relaxation: Upper age is relaxable by 5 years for SC, ST, Divyangjan/PwD, and women applicants, and by 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) applicants, as per Government of India or funding agency norms.

Salary

• Project Scientist-I: Rs. 56,000 per month + HRA. An increment of 5% is available for every 2 years of experience in the same project.
• Project Scientist-II: Rs. 67,000 per month + HRA. An increment of 5% is available for every 2 years of experience in the same project.
• Project Scientist-III: Rs. 78,000 per month + HRA. An increment of 5% is available for every 2 years of experience in the same project.
• Senior Project Associate: Rs. 42,000 per month + HRA.

Selection Process (Walk-in Interview)

Selection will be through a walk-in interview and document checking. The notice does not mention a separate written exam for these project posts.

1. Document Verification: Bring original certificates and self-attested copies for age, qualification, marks, experience, category, and other claims.
2. Walk-in Interview: Eligible applicants should attend the interview on 30 June 2026. Final suitability will be decided by CSIR Innovation Complex based on the post requirements.
3. Panel/Empanelment: The notice says suitable applicants may be empaneled for future project needs.

How to Apply

1. Download and read the official notification from csir.res.in.
2. Fill the application form attached with the notification for the position you want to attend.
3. Prepare a neatly typed bio-data on A4 paper and take a printout of the filled application form.
4. Bring original certificates/testimonials, two self-attested photographs, and one set of self-attested copies for age, qualification, marks, experience, and category.
5. If you are currently employed, keep a No Objection Certificate ready for joining, if selected.
6. Attend the walk-in interview at CSIR Innovation Complex, Mumbai on 30 June 2026. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: To be announced
• Walk-in Interview Date: 30 June 2026
• Application End Date: 30 June 2026
• Exam Date: Not applicable for this walk-in interview notice

• Handle project research work in the assigned scientific area
• Prepare experimental plans, technical notes, and project reports
• Work with analytical, bioanalytical, ADME-PK, EHS, marketing, or business development teams as assigned
• Follow laboratory, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements relevant to the project
• Assist in data review, interpretation, documentation, and presentation of project results
• Manage coordination with internal teams, industry partners, or research stakeholders where required
• Maintain records, samples, instruments, and project documents as per CSIR procedures