CSIR-NAL Recruitment 2026 OUT - Walk in 46 Project Associate, Project Assistant and More Posts
An official recruitment advertisement (Advt. No. 15/2026/PS) has been released by CSIR - National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru, for 46 Project Staff positions on a temporary, contractual basis. This premier research institution comes under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology. Posts available are Senior PAT, Project Associate-I, Project Associate-II, and Project Assistant-I & II. The disciplines covered are Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical, ECE, EEE, Computer Science, IT, Materials Science, and Chemistry. Eligible applicants with ITI, Diploma, B.Sc, B.E./B.Tech, or Master’s degrees may attend the Walk-in-Interview at CSIR-NAL, Bengaluru, scheduled from 12 November 2026 to 23 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Notification Publication Date | 05 November 2026 |
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| Walk-in-Interview (Mechanical / Aerospace / Fitter) | 12 November 2026 |
| Walk-in-Interview (Metallurgy / Materials / Chemistry) | 16 November 2026 |
| Walk-in-Interview (ECE / EEE / CS / IT / Instrumentation) | 23 November 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 09:00 AM to 09:30 AM (Registration closes at 09:45 AM) |
| Crucial Date for Age & Qualification | Date of Respective Walk-in-Interview |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS Candidates | Rs. 0/- (Nil) |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates | Rs. 0/- (Nil) |
| Payment Mode | No application fee is applicable for attending the walk-in-interview. |
Age Limit (as on Interview Date)
| Project Assistant-I & II | Maximum 35 Years |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I & II | Maximum 35 Years |
| Senior PAT | Maximum 40 Years |
| Upper Age Relaxation | SC / ST / PwBD / Female Candidates: 05 Years Relaxation OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 03 Years Relaxation |
Salary Details
| Senior PAT | Rs. 42,000/- + HRA per month |
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| Project Associate-II (with NET/GATE) | Rs. 35,000/- + HRA pm |
| Project Associate-II (without NET/GATE) | Rs. 28,000/- + HRA pm |
| Project Associate-I (with NET/GATE) | Rs. 31,000/- + HRA pm |
| Project Associate-I (without NET/GATE) | Rs. 25,000/- + HRA pm |
| Project Assistant-II | Rs. 20,000/- + HRA pm | PA-I: Rs. 18,000/- + HRA pm |
CSIR-NAL Project Staff Vacancy 2026: Total 46 Posts
- A recognized University qualification is required: B.E. / B.Tech in any of these disciplines—Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical, ECE, EEE, CS, IT, Instrumentation, Control Engineering—OR a Master’s Degree in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or Metallurgical Engineering.
- The monthly stipend is Rs. 25,000/- + HRA. Candidates qualified in NET/GATE receive Rs. 31,000/- + HRA.
- Required qualification: B.E. / B.Tech in the relevant branch, plus R&D experience of minimum 02 years in industrial/academic institutions OR an Engineering / Technology Master’s / Integrated M.Tech.
- The monthly stipend is Rs. 28,000/- + HRA. Candidates qualified in NET/GATE receive Rs. 35,000/- + HRA.
- In Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical, CS, or ECE, applicants need B.E. / B.Tech plus R&D experience of 03 years OR Master’s / Integrated M.Tech plus R&D experience of 02 years.
- The stipend paid each month is Rs. 42,000/- + HRA.
- For ECE, CS, IT (03 Posts), the qualification is B.Sc. OR an Engineering / Technology Diploma of 3-year duration. OR, for Any Stream (01 Post), skills must include photography, videography and video editing.
- The stipend paid each month is Rs. 20,000/- + HRA.
- Applicants must have passed SSC / Class 10th and hold an ITI in Fitter Trade from an institution that is recognized.
- Experience must cover maintaining, operating and calibrating autoclaves.
- The stipend paid each month is Rs. 18,000/- + HRA.
Walk-in-Interview Schedule & Venue Details
| 12 November 2026 | Mechanical, Aerospace, Aeronautical, Thermal Design, and Fitter trades (PAT-I: 12, PAT-II: 8, PA-I: 1, Senior PAT: 1). |
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| 16 November 2026 | Metallurgical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, and Chemistry (PAT-I: 3, PAT-II: 1). |
| 23 November 2026 | ECE, EEE, CS, IT, Instrumentation, Control & Automation, and Media (PAT-I: 9, PAT-II: 6, PA-II: 4, Senior PAT: 1). |
| Registration Timing | 09:00 AM to 09:30 AM (Registration strictly closes at 09:45 AM). |
| Venue of Walk-in-Interview:CSIR-NAL (RAB Meeting Complex, National Aerospace Laboratories), Adjacent to State Bank of India (SBI) NAL Branch, Kodihalli, Bengaluru - 560017, Karnataka, India. | |
How to Attend Walk-in-Interview for CSIR-NAL Recruitment 2026
- Open nal.res.in, the official website of CSIR-NAL.
- Download both the prescribed Application Form proforma and the official notification for the Walk-in-Interview (Advt. No. 15/2026/PS).
- Use A4 paper to print the application format. Fill in all sections, covering personal particulars, educational qualifications, GATE/NET score and work experience in chronological order.
- Paste a recent passport-size photograph into the box provided on your application form.
- Make one set containing self-attested photocopies of all original certificates: the 10th/SSLC marksheet for DOB, along with 12th/PUC, Diploma, Degree, PG, Experience certificates and the Caste/Community certificate.
- Carry valid Photo ID proof: an Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving License or Passport.
- On the specified interview date, report in person between 09:00 AM and 09:30 AM at RAB Meeting Complex, CSIR-NAL, Kodihalli, Bengaluru, for document verification followed by the interview.
- Applications must NOT be sent by post, by courier or by email. Candidates awaiting their result are not eligible.
Important Links
Before Applying
Before submitting the online application, check the official notification for full details of eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules and other terms.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for CSIR-NAL Recruitment 2026?
Notification Publication Date: 05 November 2026; Walk-in-Interview (Mechanical / Aerospace / Fitter): 12 November 2026; Walk-in-Interview (Metallurgy / Materials / Chemistry): 16 November 2026; Walk-in-Interview (ECE / EEE / CS / IT / Instrumentation): 23 November 2026.
What is the application fee for CSIR-NAL Recruitment 2026?
General / OBC / EWS Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Nil); SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates: Rs. 0/- (Nil); Payment Mode: No application fee is applicable for attending the walk-in-interview.
What is the official website for CSIR-NAL Recruitment 2026?
The official website is www.nal.res.in.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.