CSIR-IICB Project Staff Recruitment 2026 — 65 Vacancies

CSIR-IICB is hiring around 65 project staff for temporary research positions at its Jadavpur campus in Kolkata. If you have M.Sc, B.Sc, M.Pharm, PhD, Life Science, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Medicine, Engineering, or related qualifications, you can attend the walk-in interview for the matching vacancy code. Interviews run from 15 June to 19 June 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 56,000 per month plus HRA, depending on the post.

CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology Project Staff Recruitment 2026 - 65 Posts

CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology (CSIR-IICB) has issued Advertisement No. R&C/588/2026 for project manpower under different research projects in Chemistry and Biology. The notice covers Project Associate-I, Project Associate-II, Project Assistant-II, Senior Project Associate, Project Scientist-I, Project Technical Support-III, and Principal Project Associate posts. No written exam is mentioned; candidates need to fill the application form and attend the walk-in interview with documents.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Project Associate-I: 41 posts
• Project Associate-II: 13 posts
• Senior Project Associate: 7 posts
• Project Assistant-II: 1 post
• Project Scientist-I: 1 post
• Project Technical Support-III: 1 post
• Principal Project Associate: 1 post

Total: around 65 posts. The number may increase or decrease as per project needs. The main disciplines are Chemistry and Biology, with interview dates assigned by vacancy code.

Who Can Apply?

Project Associate-I and Project Assistant-II

• Project Associate-I: You need the post-wise qualification such as M.Sc, MS (Pharm), M.Pharm, Masters or Integrated Masters in Chemistry, Life Sciences, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Zoology, Botany, Human Physiology, or related areas.
• Project Assistant-II: You need B.Sc (Hons) in Chemistry for the listed code.
• Preferred skills: Organic synthesis, HPLC, natural product work, cell culture, animal handling, molecular biology, bioinformatics, virology, flow cytometry, microscopy, and project-specific laboratory experience may help where listed.

Higher Project Positions

• Project Associate-II: You generally need the relevant Master's or Integrated Master's qualification, or a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, or Medicine, with 2 years of research and development experience where specified.
• Senior Project Associate: You need qualifications such as M.Sc / M.Pharm with 3 years experience, doctoral degree, or other post-wise experience listed in the notice.
• Project Scientist-I: You need a PhD in Life Science or equivalent.
• Principal Project Associate: You need PhD in Life Science with 3 years experience.

Age Limit

• Project Associate-I / Project Associate-II / Project Assistant-II / Project Scientist-I / Project Technical Support-III: up to 35 years.
• Senior Project Associate / Principal Project Associate: up to 40 years.
• Reference date: age and qualification are counted as on the date of interview.
• Age relaxation: SC, ST, PwBD, and women candidates get 5 years; OBC candidates get 3 years, as per CSIR guidelines.

Salary

• Project Assistant-II: Rs. 20,000 per month consolidated.
• Project Associate-I: Rs. 31,000 + HRA with NET/GATE/national-level exam qualification, or Rs. 25,000 + HRA otherwise.
• Project Associate-II: Rs. 35,000 + HRA with NET/GATE/national-level exam qualification, or Rs. 28,000 + HRA otherwise.
• Senior Project Associate: Rs. 42,000 + 30% HRA.
• Principal Project Associate: Rs. 49,000 + 30% HRA.
• Project Scientist-I: Rs. 56,000 + 30% HRA, with 5% increment for every 2 years of experience in the same project.
• Project Technical Support-III: Rs. 28,000 + 30% HRA.

Application Fee

• No application fee is mentioned in the CSIR-IICB advertisement.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection for CSIR-IICB project manpower is through walk-in interview and document checking.

1. Application Form: Fill the prescribed application form before attending the interview.
2. Document Verification: Original and self-attested documents are checked at the venue.
3. Walk-In Interview: Attend the interview for your vacancy code between 15 June and 19 June 2026.
4. Final Selection: CSIR-IICB may select or reject any candidature and may cancel the advertisement without assigning a reason.

How to Apply

1. Download and fill the CSIR-IICB application form linked in the official notification.
2. Choose the vacancy code or codes that match your qualification and experience.
3. If you are applying for multiple vacancies, submit one application form and list all relevant vacancy codes in the designated place.
4. Carry original certificates and self-attested copies for date of birth, education, NET/GATE or equivalent qualification, experience, category, and employer NOC if applicable.
5. Report at CSIR-IICB, 4 Raja S.C. Mullick Road, Jadavpur, Kolkata - 700032 at 8:30 AM on the interview date for your code.
6. Enter before the 10:00 AM gate closure. Late entry may not be allowed.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 5 June 2026
• Walk-In Interview Start: 15 June 2026
• Walk-In Interview End: 19 June 2026
• Reporting Time: 8:30 AM
• Entry Gate Closure: 10:00 AM

• Work on assigned chemistry, biology, biotechnology, bioinformatics, or pharmaceutical research projects
• Handle experiments, sample processing, cell culture, animal work, synthesis, analysis, or data tasks linked to the project
• Operate laboratory instruments and follow safety rules while handling samples, chemicals, and biological material
• Prepare research notes, experiment records, data sheets, and project reports for review
• Assist scientists and project investigators with milestones, publications, and technical documentation
• Maintain project files, lab records, and supporting documents in an organised manner
• Follow CSIR-IICB instructions on confidentiality, temporary engagement, and project timelines