CSIR-CLRI Kolkata Project Staff Recruitment 2026

CSIR-CLRI is hiring 4 Project Associate / Project Assistant posts at its Regional Centre, Kolkata. If you have a B.E./B.Tech in Leather Technology, M.Sc Chemistry, or M.Tech in Leather/Biotechnology, you can attend a walk-in interview. The salary ranges from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 28,000 per month plus HRA. The walk-in interview is on 27 May 2026 at 10:00 AM at CSIR-CLRI Regional Centre, Tangra, Kolkata. Upper age limit is 35 years.

CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute (CSIR-CLRI) Project Staff Recruitment 2026 - 4 Posts

CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI), Chennai — a national laboratory under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) — has issued Notification No. 04/2026 dated 30.04.2026 for engagement of 4 project staff on temporary basis at the CSIR-CLRI Regional Centre, Kolkata. The positions cover Project Associate-I (PAT-I), Project Assistant-II (PA-II), and Project Associate-II (PAT-II) in Leather Technology and Chemistry. The tenure is up to 31 March 2027 and is co-terminus with the project. Selected candidates may be empaneled for future project requirements.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Project Associate-I (PAT-I) - Leather Technology: 1 post (Rs. 25,000 + HRA)
• Project Assistant-II (PA-II) - Chemistry: 1 post (Rs. 20,000 + HRA)
• Project Associate-II (PAT-II) - Leather Technology / Chemistry / Biotech: 1 post (Rs. 28,000 + HRA)
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I) - Leather Technology / Chemistry: 1 post (Rs. 25,000 + HRA)

Who Can Apply?

Project Associate-I (Position 1) - Rs. 25,000/month

• Essential: B.E./B.Tech. in Leather Technology with minimum 60% marks from a recognised University / Institute
• Desirable: Minimum 6 months of industrial knowledge / exposure in leather processing, particularly cleaner leather technologies, process control studies, product-specific leather development, and demonstration / validation activities

Project Assistant-II (PA-II) - Rs. 20,000/month

• Essential: B.Sc. in Chemistry or Chemistry Honours with minimum 60% marks from a recognised University / Institute
• Desirable: M.Sc. in Chemistry (General / Organic / Nanotechnology / Polymer Science / Material Science / Inorganic / Physical / Analytical)

Project Associate-II (PAT-II) - Rs. 28,000/month

• Essential: B.Tech in Leather Technology or M.Sc in Chemistry (any branch) with 2 years research experience from an industrial / academic institution or science & technology organisation, OR M.Tech in Leather Technology, OR M.Tech in Biotechnology
• Desirable: Knowledge / experience in R&D and handling analytical instruments with good communication skills in English / Hindi / Bengali

Project Associate-I (Position 4) - Rs. 25,000/month

• Essential: B.Tech in Leather Technology or M.Sc in Chemistry (any branch)
• Desirable: Knowledge / experience in R&D and handling analytical instruments with good communication skills in English / Hindi / Bengali

Note: Final year / semester students awaiting results are NOT eligible. Candidates who have completed 6 / 7 years (whichever applies) as project staff in any CSIR Lab / Institute are NOT eligible.

Age Limit

• Upper age limit: 35 years (as on date of walk-in interview)
• Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC / ST / PwBD / Women, 3 years for OBC, as per Government of India rules

Salary

• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): Rs. 25,000 per month plus HRA
• Project Assistant-II (PA-II): Rs. 20,000 per month plus HRA
• Project Associate-II (PAT-II): Rs. 28,000 per month plus HRA
• Tenure: up to 31 March 2027, extendable and co-terminus with the project or till requirement exists, whichever is earlier

Selection Process (Walk-in Interview)

Selection is through walk-in interview on the same day. There is no written exam:

1. Walk-in Interview: Attend the interview on 27 May 2026 at 10:00 AM at CSIR-CLRI Regional Centre, Kolkata. Reporting deadline is 10:30 AM — late entries will not be allowed.
2. Document Verification: Bring duly filled application form, self-attested photocopies of all certificates, originals for verification, photo ID, and 2 passport-size colour photos.
3. Empanelment: Candidates found suitable will be empanelled. Empanelled candidates may be selected for future project requirements.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the CLRI website at clri.org/CareersForms.aspx.
2. Fill the prescribed application form with all required details.
3. Attach self-attested photocopies of: date of birth certificate, 10th certificate, 12th certificate, graduation / post-graduation certificate, and experience proof (if applicable).
4. Carry original certificates for verification, a photo ID proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / any government-issued ID), and 2 passport-size colour photographs.
5. Attend the walk-in interview on 27 May 2026 by 10:00 AM at CSIR-CLRI Regional Centre, 3/1C Mathewartola Road, Tangra, Kolkata, West Bengal - 700046.
6. Do not send applications by post, speed post, or courier — these will not be considered.
7. No travelling allowance will be paid for attending the walk-in interview.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 30 April 2026
• Date of Walk-in Interview: 27 May 2026
• Reporting Time: 10:00 AM (Last entry: 10:30 AM)
• Venue: CSIR-CLRI Regional Centre, 3/1C Mathewartola Road, Tangra, Kolkata, West Bengal - 700046
• Tenure End: Up to 31 March 2027 (extendable, co-terminus with project)

• Conduct research on leather processing, cleaner leather technologies, and process control studies
• Carry out product-specific leather development and related demonstration / validation activities
• Handle analytical instruments and laboratory equipment for chemical and material analysis
• Maintain detailed lab notebooks, sample records, and project progress reports
• Assist senior scientists with R&D activities, biotechnology applications, and analytical work
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and project deliverables in English / Hindi / Bengali
• Follow CSIR-CLRI safety, ethical, and quality protocols at all times in the laboratory
• Coordinate with project investigators on experimental plans, data analysis, and result interpretation