CSIR-CCMB Walk-in Research Recruitment 2026

About This Job

CSIR-CCMB Hyderabad is hiring for 4 research positions through a walk-in interview on 26 May 2026. If you have a PhD, Master's degree, or Integrated Master's in Biotechnology, you can apply for these contractual project posts. Monthly pay ranges from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 61,000 plus HRA. You need to bring the filled application form and original documents to CCMB Hyderabad on the day of interview.

CSIR-CCMB Walk-in Research Recruitment 2026 - 4 Posts

The Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), a constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), has released Notification No. W0526/B for walk-in interviews on 26 May 2026. There are 4 temporary contractual project positions covering Research Associate-II, ANRF-Project Associate-II, Senior Project Associate, and Project Associate-I. No written exam — selection is based on interview only. Fresh PhDs and post-graduates in life sciences, biotechnology, and allied areas can apply.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Research Associate-II (RA-II): 1 post - Molecular biology and Neuroscience (Post Code W010526B)
• ANRF-Project Associate-II (ANRF-PAT-II): 1 post - Cell biology / Protein biochemistry (Post Code W020526B)
• Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT): 1 post - Cell biology / Protein biochemistry (Post Code W030526B)
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): 1 post - Molecular biology and Neuroscience (Post Code W040526B)

Note: Director, CCMB reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of positions at any stage.

Who Can Apply?

Research Associate-II (Rs. 61,000/month)

• Qualification: PhD in Life Sciences with 2 years of experience
• Desirable: Experience in animal microsurgeries, pyramidotomy, thoracic crush model, DRG culture, and sciatic nerve crush techniques

ANRF-Project Associate-II (Rs. 42,000/month)

• Qualification: Four-year Bachelor's degree in Natural/Agricultural Sciences OR Master's degree in Natural/Agricultural Sciences / BVSc / BPharm OR B.E./B.Tech/Medicine from a recognised University
• Experience: 2 years in R&D in industrial/academic institutions or S&T organisations
• Preference: NET qualified candidates will be preferred
• Desirable: Hands-on experience in cell biology, protein biochemistry, SDS PAGE, western blot, mass spectrometry, primary neuron culture

Senior Project Associate (Rs. 42,000/month)

• Option 1: Master's degree in Natural/Agricultural Sciences or MVSc OR B.E./B.Tech/Medicine with 3 years of R&D experience
• Option 2: Doctoral degree in Science/Pharma with 2 years of R&D experience
• Desirable: Hands-on experience in cell biology, protein biochemistry, SDS PAGE, western blot, mass spectrometry

Project Associate-I (Rs. 25,000/month)

• Qualification: Integrated Master's in Biotechnology
• Desirable: Experience in rodent surgeries, CRISPR cloning, and western blot techniques

Result-awaited candidates or those still pursuing the qualifying degree are not eligible.

Age Limit

• Research Associate-II: Up to 40 years
• ANRF-Project Associate-II: Up to 35 years
• Senior Project Associate: Up to 40 years
• Project Associate-I: Up to 35 years
• Reference Date: Age will be reckoned as on the date of walk-in interview (26 May 2026)
• Age Relaxation: As per CSIR / Government of India guidelines for reserved categories

Salary

• Research Associate-II: Rs. 61,000 per month + HRA as admissible
• ANRF-Project Associate-II: Rs. 42,000 per month + HRA as admissible
• Senior Project Associate: Rs. 42,000 per month + HRA as admissible
• Project Associate-I: Rs. 25,000 per month + HRA as admissible
• One day of leave for each completed month — no other regular leave
• No TA/DA for attending the interview or joining the position

Selection Process

Selection will be done in a single stage:

1. Walk-in Interview: Held on 26 May 2026 at 09:30 AM at CSIR-CCMB, Habsiguda, Hyderabad. Candidates must register between 09:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
2. Document Verification: Bring all original certificates from matriculation (10th) onwards, experience certificates, and date of birth proof.

Based on interview performance, a panel of selected and waitlisted candidates will be prepared. The panel will be valid for one year and may be operated for future vacancies in the same project.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from ccmb.res.in (attached to Notification W0526/B).
2. Fill the application form completely — blank forms will not be provided at the institute.
3. Carry one set of self-attested copies of all educational certificates (matric onwards), experience certificates, and DOB proof.
4. Carry original documents for verification.
5. Reach CSIR-CCMB, Habsiguda, Hyderabad between 09:30 AM and 10:30 AM on 26 May 2026 to register for the walk-in interview.
6. Attend the interview the same day after registration.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: May 2026 (Notification No. W0526/B)
• Walk-in Interview Date: 26 May 2026 (Tuesday)
• Registration Time: 09:30 AM to 10:30 AM
• Interview Venue: CSIR-CCMB, Habsiguda, Hyderabad - 500007, Telangana

• Carry out research activities under the assigned project and Principal Investigator
• Handle laboratory techniques like cell biology, protein biochemistry, SDS PAGE, western blot, or animal microsurgery as per the project
• Maintain accurate records of experiments, data, and project deliverables
• Follow safety protocols and biosafety guidelines while working with biological samples
• Prepare progress reports and present findings to the Principal Investigator
• Work flexible hours including weekends and holidays when project work demands
• Keep intellectual property and project data confidential as per CCMB policy
• Hand over complete project records before the end of the engagement