CSIR-NEERI Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026

CSIR-NEERI is hiring 1 Senior Project Associate for a river basin research project in Nagpur. If you have an M.Sc. in Environment Science and at least 3 years of R&D experience, you can apply online before 22 April 2026. Age limit is up to 40 years. Monthly salary is Rs. 42,000 + HRA.

CSIR-NEERI Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI), Nagpur, is looking for a Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT) under the project "Studies on Condition Assessment & Management Plan for Godavari River Basin under National River Conservation Plan (GAP-2922)". This is a purely temporary, project-based role co-terminus with the project duration. Selection is through an online interview via MS Teams or Skype — no written exam. The position is tenable at CSIR-NEERI Nagpur or its Zonal centres.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: M.Sc. in Environment Science from a recognised university.
• Experience: You need at least 3 years of experience in Research and Development in Industrial or Academic Institutions, or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services.
• Note: Experience is counted from the date of acquiring the minimum educational qualification. Dissertation or Thesis work during academic study does not count as experience. Time spent acquiring a higher qualification is also not counted as experience over the essential qualification.
• Result Awaited: Candidates with result awaited, final semester appeared, or Ph.D. submitted status are not eligible to apply.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 40 years (calculated as on the last date of application: 22 April 2026)
• Age relaxation may apply as per CSIR rules for reserved category candidates.

Salary

• Monthly emoluments: Rs. 42,000 per month + HRA
• HRA is admissible as per applicable government rules. Project staff need to make their own accommodation arrangements.
• This is a project-based engagement — no TA/DA is paid for appearing in the online interview.

Application Fee

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

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection is through a single-stage online interview:

1. Online Interview: Conducted via MS Teams, Skype, or a similar platform. Shortlisted candidates will be notified through the official CSIR-NEERI website at www.neeri.res.in.
2. Document Verification: Selected candidates must complete pre-appointment formalities including medical examination, character verification, etc., within the timeframe mentioned in the offer letter.

Note: If a large number of applications are received, a Screening Committee may shortlist candidates before the interview. Meeting the minimum qualification does not guarantee an interview call.

How to Apply

1. Go to the CSIR-NEERI recruitment portal at recruitment.neeri.res.in.
2. Find the advertisement for Senior Project Associate (RECRUIT_V2_2A_ECPSD_15042026).
3. Fill in the online application form with your personal and educational details.
4. Upload your documents (photo, qualification certificates, experience proof).
5. Submit the form before 22 April 2026.
6. Keep a printout of the submitted application for your records.

Important: Selected candidates must sign an undertaking to maintain confidentiality of project findings and associated intellectual property. CSIR-NEERI reserves the right to cancel or withdraw the offer at any stage if a discrepancy is found.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 15 April 2026
• Application Start Date: 15 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 22 April 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced (will be notified on www.neeri.res.in)

• Analyze environmental data and prepare detailed reports on the Godavari River Basin
• Conduct field surveys and collect data from river basin sites as assigned
• Assist in developing action plans and management frameworks for river conservation
• Coordinate with project stakeholders including government agencies and local bodies
• Maintain confidentiality of project findings and intellectual property as per CSIR guidelines
• Perform other project-related duties as directed by the Project Leader