CSIR-NIScPR Project Staff Recruitment 2026

About This Job

CSIR-NIScPR is conducting a walk-in interview for 15 Project Staff posts in New Delhi. The notice covers PAT-I, PAT-II, Project Assistant-I, Senior PAT and Project Scientist II positions across five research and policy projects. Depending on the post, you can apply with SSC/10th plus ITI, B.E./B.Tech, Master's degree, M.Pharm, medical degree or Ph.D.. Salary ranges from Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 67,000 per month plus HRA, and the walk-in interview date is 30 June 2026.

CSIR-NIScPR Project Staff Recruitment 2026 - 15 Posts

CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR), New Delhi, has released Advertisement No. NIScPR/RDSF/VI/2026-R&A for project staff engagement. The posts are linked to projects on Delhi-NCR AQI forecasting, green hydrogen climate impact, CSIR technology impact assessment, hemophilia landscape analysis, and energy security policy pathways. Selection may use academic records, a test and interview, so you should carry complete documents and report within the given time window.

The engagement is on a contract basis and will continue up to 31 March 2027 or until the relevant project ends, whichever is earlier. The first offer may be for 6 months, with extension after performance review and fund availability. This is not a permanent CSIR post, but it can be useful if you want research, data analysis, field survey, policy analysis or scientific reporting experience in a central research institute.

Vacancy Breakdown by Project

• AI-Driven AQI Forecasting Pitch Deck for Delhi-NCR: PAT-I - 1 post; PAT-II - 1 post
• Climate Impact Assessment of Green Hydrogen Production and Leakage: PAT-II - 2 posts
• Socio-Economic Impact Assessment of CSIR Technologies: PAT-I - 2 posts; PAT-II - 2 posts
• Landscape Analysis of Hemophilia Incidence and Therapeutic Developments in India: Project Assistant-I - 1 post; PAT-II - 1 post; Project Scientist II - 1 post
• Technology Foresight for Energy Security and Sustainable Transition in India: PAT-I - 2 posts; PAT-II - 1 post; Senior PAT - 1 post

Total posts: 15. The notice also says the number of positions may increase or decrease, so final engagement will depend on CSIR-NIScPR project requirements.

Who Can Apply?

For PAT-I Posts

• AQI project: B.E./B.Tech in Engineering/Technology or M.Sc./MCA/Integrated Master's in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Environmental Science or related disciplines.
• Socio-economic and energy projects: Master's/Integrated Master's in Natural, Agricultural or Pharmaceutical Sciences, MVSc, Animal Sciences, M.Pharm, B.E./B.Tech, or a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology or Medicine as mentioned for the project.
• Higher fellowship pay: PAT-I may get Rs. 31,000 + HRA if the candidate has NET/GATE or equivalent national-level qualification; otherwise it is Rs. 25,000 + HRA.

For PAT-II Posts

• Qualification: Master's/Integrated Master's or B.E./B.Tech/Master's in Engineering or Technology in the relevant discipline, depending on the project.
• Experience: Several PAT-II posts need 2 years of R&D experience after the required qualification.
• Higher fellowship pay: PAT-II may get Rs. 35,000 + HRA if the candidate has NET/GATE or equivalent national-level qualification; otherwise it is Rs. 28,000 + HRA.

For Project Assistant-I, Senior PAT and Project Scientist II

• Project Assistant-I: You need SSC/10th plus ITI for the hemophilia project support role.
• Senior PAT: You need relevant Master's/Integrated Master's, Bachelor's in Engineering/Technology/Medicine, or doctoral qualification with the experience pattern stated in the notice.
• Project Scientist II: You need a Doctoral Degree in Science or Master's/Integrated Master's in relevant engineering or technology fields, along with 5 years of R&D experience.

Useful Skills

• Data and coding: Python/R, NumPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch, time-series forecasting and model evaluation.
• Environment and policy: AQI analysis, pollutant datasets, environmental modelling, green hydrogen, renewable energy and S&T policy.
• Research support: Literature search, review analysis, scientometric analysis, field surveys, data compilation, data interpretation and report writing.

Age Limit

• PAT-I, PAT-II and Project Assistant-I: Maximum age is 35 years.
• Senior PAT and Project Scientist II: Maximum age is 40 years.
• Age reference date: Age will be counted as on the date of the walk-in interview, which is 30 June 2026.
• Age relaxation: Relaxation is available as per rules.

Salary

• Project Assistant-I: Rs. 18,000 + HRA per month.
• PAT-I: Rs. 25,000 + HRA, or Rs. 31,000 + HRA for NET/GATE/equivalent qualified candidates.
• PAT-II: Rs. 28,000 + HRA, or Rs. 35,000 + HRA for NET/GATE/equivalent qualified candidates.
• Senior PAT: Rs. 42,000 + HRA per month.
• Project Scientist II: Rs. 67,000 + HRA per month.

The salary depends on the post and qualification category. HRA will be paid as per the applicable rules of the sponsoring agency, and the notice says selected project staff must arrange their own accommodation.

Selection Process

Selection for CSIR-NIScPR project staff may be based on academic records, performance in the test and interview. The notice does not give question count, marks, syllabus or negative marking for the test.

1. Reporting and registration: Report at the NIScPR Reception Desk on 30 June 2026 between 09:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
2. Document Verification: Carry the filled application format, original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies.
3. Academic screening or test: CSIR-NIScPR may consider academic records and/or test performance.
4. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will attend the interview for the relevant project staff position.
5. Final engagement: Selected candidates may need to complete medical examination, character verification and other pre-appointment formalities before joining.

How to Apply

1. Download or copy the prescribed application format from the official notification at niscpr.res.in.
2. Fill the application form in block letters and mention the advertisement number and position applied for.
3. Attach a signed recent passport-size photograph and fill education, experience, NET/GATE and enclosure details.
4. Bring original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies for age, qualification and experience.
5. Report at CSIR-NIScPR, Dr. K. S. Krishnan Marg, Pusa Gate, New Delhi-110012 on 30 June 2026.
6. Reach between 09:00 AM and 11:00 AM; CSIR-NIScPR will not accept candidates reporting after 11:00 AM.

Documents to Carry

• Filled application format: Complete all details in the prescribed format.
• Age proof: Certificate or document showing date of birth.
• Qualification proof: Degrees, mark sheets and provisional certificates where applicable.
• Experience proof: Certificates for post-qualification experience wherever required.
• NET/GATE proof: Certificate or score proof if claiming higher PAT pay.
• Photograph: Recent passport-size photograph signed as required in the form.

Important Dates

• Walk-in Interview Date: 30 June 2026
• Reporting Time: 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM
• Last Reporting Time: 11:00 AM
• Project Tenure End: Up to 31 March 2027 or project end, whichever is earlier

• Collect, clean and analyse research data for the assigned CSIR-NIScPR project
• Prepare literature reviews, technical notes, charts and project reports
• Support field surveys, stakeholder coordination and data compilation where required
• Use coding, modelling, spreadsheet or statistical tools for project analysis
• Maintain project records, datasets, references and documentation in an organised way
• Assist scientists and project investigators during reviews, presentations and reporting
• Follow CSIR-NIScPR project rules, timelines and document verification requirements