CSIR-NCL Project Associate Recruitment 2026 (Advt 840)

CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL), Pune is hiring for a temporary Project Associate position under a sponsored research project in its Catalysis and Inorganic Chemistry (CAT) Division. You can apply online through the official CSIR-NCL project jobs portal. The last date to apply is 24 August 2026. The project studies electrocatalyst surfaces for nitrogen (N2) reduction using photoelectron spectroscopy.

CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL) Project Associate Recruitment 2026

CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL), Pune has released Advertisement No. 2026/CSIR-NCL/CAT/NCP060401/840 to fill a project position for its research project titled "Exploring N2 Reduction Electrocatalyst Surfaces from UHV to Near Ambient Pressures Using Photoelectron Spectroscopy" in the Catalysis and Inorganic Chemistry (CAT) Division. This is a good opportunity for chemistry and materials science candidates interested in surface science, catalysis and spectroscopy research at one of India's leading CSIR laboratories. The exact designation, qualification, number of positions and fellowship amount are specified in the official advertisement on the CSIR-NCL jobs portal, so read it carefully before you apply.

How to Apply

1. Go to the CSIR-NCL project jobs portal at jobs.ncl.res.in.
2. Find the advertisement on "Exploring N2 Reduction Electrocatalyst Surfaces from UHV to Near Ambient Pressures Using Photoelectron Spectroscopy" (Advt No. 2026/CSIR-NCL/CAT/NCP060401/840).
3. Read the full eligibility, qualification and fellowship details given in the advertisement before applying.
4. Complete the New Registration process on the portal if you are a first-time applicant.
5. Fill in the online application form and upload the required documents.
6. Submit your application before the last date.

Check the detailed advertisement on the portal for the exact eligibility criteria, fellowship amount and number of positions before applying.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start: 10 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 24 August 2026

• Carry out experimental work on electrocatalyst surface studies using photoelectron spectroscopy
• Prepare and characterize catalyst samples under UHV and near-ambient pressure conditions
• Record and analyze experimental data related to nitrogen (N2) reduction reactions
• Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and instrument logs
• Assist the principal investigator and senior researchers with project experiments
• Prepare progress reports and presentations for project reviews
• Follow CSIR-NCL laboratory safety protocols and instrument handling procedures