CSIR-IICT Project Staff Walk-in 2026 — 85 Posts

CSIR-IICT Hyderabad is hiring for 85 project posts across 36 position codes under various sponsored research projects. If you have an M.Sc, M.Pharm, M.Tech, B.Sc, B.Tech or Ph.D in the relevant subject, you can attend the walk-in interview held on 3, 4, 5 and 10 June 2026. The monthly stipend ranges from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 78,000 plus HRA. There is no online application — you just need to walk in with your documents.

CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (CSIR-IICT) Project Staff Walk-in 2026 - 85 Posts

The CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (CSIR-IICT), Hyderabad has released walk-in interview Notification No. PS/05/2026 for purely temporary, project-based posts. These cover roles like Project Scientist, Senior Project Associate, Project Associate-II, Project Associate-I and Project Assistant-II in chemistry, pharma, biology, chemical engineering and biotechnology projects. These are contract posts tied to sponsored projects — there is no written exam, and selection is done through the interview itself. Both freshers and experienced candidates can apply depending on the post.

Vacancy Breakdown

The 85 posts are spread across 36 position codes and four walk-in dates. Key roles include:

• Project Scientist-III: 2 posts (Rs. 78,000 + HRA)
• Project Scientist-I: 3 posts (Rs. 56,000 + HRA)
• Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT): Rs. 42,000 + HRA, several codes
• Research Associate (P): 1 post (Rs. 58,000 + 30% HRA)
• Project Associate-II (PAT-II): Rs. 28,000-35,000 + HRA, multiple codes
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): Rs. 25,000-31,000 + HRA, the largest group of posts
• Project Assistant-II (PA-II): 1 post (Rs. 20,000 + 30% HRA)

Walk-in dates by position code:

• 3 June 2026 (Wednesday): Position Codes 1 to 11
• 4 June 2026 (Thursday): Position Codes 12 to 19
• 5 June 2026 (Friday): Position Codes 20 to 27
• 10 June 2026 (Wednesday): Position Codes 28 to 36

Who Can Apply?

Different posts need different qualifications. Check the position code that matches your background:

Project Assistant-II (PA-II)

• B.Sc in Computer Science, Chemistry or Material Science, with one year of experience preferred

Project Associate-I (PAT-I)

• M.Sc in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Sciences, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Analytical Chemistry, or M.Pharm in the relevant area
• For engineering codes: B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biotechnology or Chemical Technology

Project Associate-II (PAT-II)

• Master's Degree (M.Sc / M.Pharm / MS Pharm) in Chemistry, Chemical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Biology or Pharmacology with two years of research experience
• For engineering codes: B.E./B.Tech in Chemical/Environmental Engineering with two years of R&D experience, or M.E./M.Tech in Chemical Engineering

Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT)

• Master's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences or Biological Sciences with three years of experience, OR a Ph.D in the relevant subject
• For engineering codes: M.E./M.Tech in Engineering with three years' experience, OR Ph.D in Engineering

Project Scientist-I and Project Scientist-III

• Project Scientist-I: Ph.D in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Entomology/Life Sciences or Chemical Engineering, OR Master's in Engineering, with four years of R&D experience
• Project Scientist-III: Master's in Engineering/Chemical Engineering or Ph.D in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry, with seven years of R&D experience

Research Associate (P)

• Ph.D in Biological Sciences with experience in algae biotechnology

Candidates with valid NET/GATE qualification get a higher stipend for several PAT-I and PAT-II codes.

Age Limit

• Maximum age is 35 years for most Project Associate and Project Scientist-I posts.
• Maximum age is 40 years for Senior Project Associate and Research Associate posts.
• Maximum age is 45 years for Project Scientist-III posts.
• The age limit is counted as on the date of the walk-in interview.
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC/Women and PwBD candidates get relaxation as per Government of India and CSIR rules.

Salary

• Project Assistant-II: Rs. 20,000 per month + 30% HRA
• Project Associate-I: Rs. 25,000 per month + HRA (Rs. 31,000 + HRA with NET/GATE)
• Project Associate-II: Rs. 28,000 per month + HRA (Rs. 35,000 + HRA with NET/GATE)
• Senior Project Associate: Rs. 42,000 per month + HRA
• Research Associate (P): Rs. 58,000 per month + 30% HRA
• Project Scientist-I: Rs. 56,000 per month + HRA
• Project Scientist-III: Rs. 78,000 per month + HRA

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

There is no written test. Selection is based on:

1. Walk-in Interview: You appear in person on your position code's date.
2. Skill Test: A skill test may be held for suitable posts, if applicable.
3. Document Verification: You must bring all original certificates for checking.

Candidates without the prescribed documents will not be allowed to attend the interview. Result-awaited or final-semester candidates are not eligible where the essential qualification is mandatory.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the CSIR-IICT website at iict.res.in.
2. Fill in the form and attach one set of attested documents — all education certificates from 10th onwards, valid NET/GATE, experience proof, date of birth proof and category certificate.
3. Reach the venue and register your name between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM on your position code's walk-in date.
4. Carry all original certificates for verification.

Candidates reporting after 9:30 AM will not be allowed to register. No TA/DA is paid for the interview.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 22 May 2026
• Walk-in for Position Codes 1-11: 3 June 2026 (Wednesday)
• Walk-in for Position Codes 12-19: 4 June 2026 (Thursday)
• Walk-in for Position Codes 20-27: 5 June 2026 (Friday)
• Walk-in for Position Codes 28-36: 10 June 2026 (Wednesday)
• Registration Time: 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM on each date

• Carry out lab research work under the assigned sponsored project
• Handle organic synthesis, characterization and analysis as per the project area
• Operate and maintain instruments such as HPLC, LC-MS and NMR where required
• Keep proper records of experiments, data and project progress
• Prepare technical reports and assist in writing research papers
• Work with the project team to meet research milestones and deadlines
• Follow lab safety rules and handle chemicals and equipment carefully