CSIR-NEERI Project Associate-II Recruitment 2026

CSIR-NEERI Nagpur is hiring 1 Project Associate-II on a purely temporary basis for a GIS and environmental research project. You'll earn Rs. 28,000 to Rs. 35,000 per month plus HRA, depending on your qualifications. The selection is through a walk-in interview on 13 April 2026. You need an M.Sc. in Environment/Life Sciences/GIS or a B.Tech/B.E. in CSE/IT/Electronics with 2 years of R&D experience.

CSIR-NEERI Project Associate-II Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post

The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research — National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI), Nagpur, has released Advertisement No. RECRUIT_V5_5F_ITI_01042026 for engagement of R&D project staff. This position is under the project "Identification of an alternative Disposal Point for the Treated Effluent of Andra Paper Mills Ltd Rajahmundry (CNP-2926)". The post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project duration.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

You must hold one of these qualifications from a recognized university:

• M.Sc. in Environment / Life Sciences / Geoinformatics / Remote Sensing / GIS from a recognized university
• OR B.Tech / B.E. (CSE / IT / Electronics) from a recognized university

Experience

• 2 years of experience in a related field of R&D from a Research Institute or Industry is required
• Experience is counted from the date after acquiring the minimum educational qualification
• Dissertation or thesis work done during the academic period does not count as experience

Job Requirement / Skills

• Preparation of GIS thematic maps and land use maps
• Application of ArcGIS, QGIS, and similar GIS tools

Note: Result awaited or final semester candidates are not eligible. You must have the degree and result declared at the time of applying.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years
• Age is calculated as on the last date of receipt of applications (13 April 2026)

Salary

• Rs. 35,000/- per month + HRA — for candidates selected through CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship / Assistant Professorship) or GATE, or through national level examinations conducted by Central Government departments and their agencies
• Rs. 28,000/- per month + HRA — for all other candidates who do not fall under the above category

HRA is admissible as per applicable rules. The project staff must make their own accommodation arrangements.

Application Fee

• No application fee — candidates are not required to pay any fee

Selection Process

1. Walk-in Interview — Selection will be done on the basis of a walk-in interview at CSIR-NEERI, Nehru Marg, Near Ajni Square, Nagpur — 440020

If a large number of applications are received, preference will be given to candidates based on criteria adopted by the Screening Committee. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an online interview, and details will be uploaded on the NEERI website or portal.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form attached with the advertisement from the NEERI recruitment portal at recruitment.neeri.res.in
2. Fill in the application form completely
3. Walk in to CSIR-NEERI, Nehru Marg, Near Ajni Square, Nagpur — 440020 on 13 April 2026
4. Reporting time: 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM (gate closes at 11:00 AM sharp)
5. Carry your filled application form along with all required documents (originals + one set of photocopies)

Required Documents

• Passport-size photograph
• Aadhaar card
• 10th (SSC) mark sheet
• 12th (HSC) mark sheet
• Graduation mark sheets and degree certificate
• Post-graduation mark sheets and degree certificate (if applicable)
• Experience certificates (if applicable)
• NET/GATE scorecard (if applicable)
• Caste certificate (if claiming age relaxation)
• One set of photocopies and original documents for verification

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 1 April 2026
• Application Opening Date: 1 April 2026
• Walk-in Interview Date: 13 April 2026
• Reporting Time: 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM

• Prepare GIS thematic maps and land use maps for the research project
• Work with ArcGIS, QGIS, and other geospatial tools for data analysis and mapping
• Assist in identifying alternative disposal points for treated industrial effluent
• Handle spatial data collection, processing, and visualization tasks
• Prepare technical reports and presentations based on GIS analysis findings
• Follow CSIR-NEERI research guidelines and maintain data confidentiality
• Assist the Project Leader and senior scientists in R&D activities related to the project