CSIR-NCL Project Position Recruitment 2026

CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL), Pune is hiring for a project position to work on a sponsored research project on CO₂ capture and conversion. The project, titled "Development and Evaluation of Carbonic Anhydrase Mimic Pincer-Metal Catalysts for CO₂ Capture and Conversion from Flue Gas," is run by the Organic Chemistry Division. If you have an M.Sc. in Chemistry (or a related discipline) and an interest in catalysis research, you can apply online. The last date to apply is 8 July 2026.

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

CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL), one of India's top chemical research institutes under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, has released a notification (Advt. No. 2026/CSIR-NCL/ORG/SSP307826/763) for a temporary project position. This is a purely temporary, project-based role linked to a sponsored research project and will continue as long as the project funds are available. It is a great opportunity if you want to do real research in green chemistry, catalysis, and carbon-capture technology at a premier national lab in Pune.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You should have an M.Sc. in Chemistry or a related discipline from a recognised university. The project deals with organic synthesis, metal catalysts, and CO₂ chemistry, so a chemistry background is essential.
• Preferred: Hands-on experience or knowledge in catalysis, organometallic chemistry, or CO₂ capture and conversion will help your application.

Please read the full advertisement on the CSIR-NCL portal for the exact subject, marks, and experience requirements for this specific position before you apply.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years (as per standard CSIR project position norms).
• Age relaxation: Up to 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC candidates, as per rules.

Salary

• The monthly fellowship for a project position is paid as per CSIR/DST norms in force, plus HRA where applicable.
• The exact fellowship amount depends on your qualification and whether you have cleared NET/GATE, so check the official advertisement for the figure that applies to you.

Selection Process

Selection is done in two steps:

1. Online Application Screening: CSIR-NCL reviews all online applications and shortlists eligible candidates.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview. The shortlist is published on the CSIR-NCL jobs portal.

How to Apply

1. Go to the CSIR-NCL project jobs portal at jobs.ncl.res.in.
2. Complete the New Registration to create your account.
3. Fill in the online application form for Advt. No. 2026/CSIR-NCL/ORG/SSP307826/763.
4. Upload your documents and submit the form.
5. Apply before the last date — 8 July 2026.

Important Dates

• Application Start: 25 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 8 July 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced (check the CSIR-NCL portal)

• Synthesise and characterise pincer-metal catalysts for CO₂ capture and conversion
• Run lab experiments to test catalyst performance on flue gas conditions
• Study the structure and activity of carbonic anhydrase mimic catalysts
• Record and analyse experimental data carefully
• Maintain proper lab notebooks and project records
• Prepare technical reports and support research publications
• Follow lab safety rules and good research practices