CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026 OUT - Walk in 41 Project Associate, Project Assistant and More Posts
CSIR - National Physical Laboratory (NPL), New Delhi has announced a recruitment notification (Advertisement No. Rectt./04/2026) to fill 41 temporary project vacancies across different time-targeted externally funded R&D projects through walk-in interviews. Available posts comprise Project Associate (I & II), Project Scientist-I, Research Associate-I, Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Project Assistant (I & II), and Senior PAT. Eligible applicants with qualifications such as ITI, B.Sc, Diploma, M.Sc, B.E./B.Tech, M.Tech, or Ph.D. in the respective Science and Engineering branches can attend the walk-in interview on 21 October 2026 and 22 October 2026 (09:00 AM to 10:00 AM) at CSIR-NPL, New Delhi. Information regarding the projects, monthly stipends, educational qualifications, and walk-in guidelines is given below.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 16 October 2026 |
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| Walk-in Interview Date (Day 1 - Post Code 1.0 to 17.0) | 21 October 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Date (Day 2 - Post Code 18.0 to 36.0) | 22 October 2026 |
| Registration & Reporting Time | 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM (No candidate entertained after 10:00 AM) |
| Venue | Auditorium, CSIR-NPL, Dr. K.S. Krishnan Marg, New Delhi - 110012 |
Application Fee
- Candidates do not have to pay any application fee to participate in the walk-in interview.
Age Limit
| JRF / Project Technical Support-I | Maximum 28 Years |
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| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | Maximum 32 Years |
| Project Associate (I & II), Project Assistant, RA-I, Project Scientist-I: Maximum 35 Years | |
| Senior PAT | Maximum 40 Years |
| Special Sensor / Oxide Project Roles | Up to 50 Years |
| Age Relaxation | Relaxable for SC / ST / OBC / PwBD / Women candidates as per Government of India guidelines. |
Selection Process
| Selection Method | Direct Walk-in Interview / Written Screening Test (in case of a large turnout of applicants). |
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Salary Details
| Research Associate-I | Rs. 58,000/- + HRA per month. |
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| Project Scientist-I / Project Research Scientist-I | Rs. 56,000/- + HRA per month. |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) / Senior PAT | Rs. 42,000/- + HRA per month. |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Rs. 37,000/- + HRA per month. |
| Project Associate-II | Rs. 28,000/- to Rs. 35,000/- + HRA per month (based on NET/GATE qualification). |
| Project Associate-I | Rs. 25,000/- to Rs. 31,000/- + HRA per month (based on NET/GATE qualification). |
| Project Assistant-II | Rs. 20,000/- + HRA per month. |
| Project Assistant-I / Project Technical Support-I | Rs. 18,000/- + HRA per month. |
CSIR-NPL: Post-wise Vacancy & Eligibility
| Post Code / Interview Date | Designation / Position | Total Posts | Monthly Emoluments | Educational Qualification & Experience |
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| Post Code 1.0 to 3.0, 6.0 (21 October 2026) | Project Associate-II / Project Assistant-II | 05 | Rs. 20,000/- to 28,000/- + HRA | B.Sc. (PCM/Chemistry) / 3-year Diploma in Chemical Engg OR M.Sc. in Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry + relevant R&D experience. |
| Post Code 4.0, 5.0 (21 October 2026) | Senior Research Fellow (SRF) / Research Associate-I | 02 | Rs. 42,000/- to 58,000/- + HRA | M.Sc. Chemistry / B.Tech Chemical Engg + NET/GATE + 2 yrs exp OR Ph.D. in Chemistry. |
| Post Code 7.0, 8.0, 9.0 (21 October 2026) | JRF / Project Research Scientist-I / Tech Support | 05 | Rs. 18,000/- to 56,000/- + HRA | Degree / PG Degree in Environmental Science, Physics, Chemistry, or Biology + NET/GATE (for JRF). |
| Post Code 10.0 to 13.0 (21 October 2026) | Project Associate-I & II | 05 | Rs. 25,000/- to 31,000/- + HRA | B.E. / B.Tech in Electronics, Instrumentation, Biotechnology, Biomedical, or Mechanical Engineering. |
| Post Code 14.0, 15.0, 17.0 (21 October 2026) | Project Assistant-I / Senior PAT / Project Associate-II | 03 | Rs. 18,000/- to 42,000/- + HRA | 10th + ITI Electrical OR B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science / IT / Master’s degree in CS/IT + 2-3 yrs experience. |
| Post Code 16.0 (21 October 2026) | Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 01 | Rs. 42,000/- + HRA | M.Tech in CSE/IT/ECE/EE OR B.Tech in CSE/IT / MCA + NET/GATE + 2 yrs experience. |
| Post Code 18.0 to 22.0, 24.0, 25.0 (22 October 2026) | Project Associate-I / Project Scientist-I | 07 | Rs. 25,000/- to 56,000/- + HRA | M.Sc. in Physics / Electronics / Material Science OR Ph.D. in Physics/Electronics. |
| Post Code 23.0, 26.0, 27.0, 30.0 (22 October 2026) | Project Scientist-I / Senior PAT / Project Associate-I | 04 | Rs. 25,000/- to 56,000/- + HRA | M.Sc. / Masters in Physics OR Ph.D. in Physics / Optics / Nanotechnology / Material Science + experience. |
| Post Code 28.0, 29.0, 31.0 to 36.0 (22 October 2026) | JRF / Project Associate (I & II) | 09 | Rs. 25,000/- to 37,000/- + HRA | M.Sc. Physics / Applied Physics / Electronics / Material Science OR B.Tech Nanotechnology / Electronics + NET/GATE. |
| Total Vacancies | 41 Posts (Day 1: 21 Posts | Day 2: 20 Posts) | |||
How to Attend CSIR NPL Walk-in Interview 2026
- Open the official website of CSIR-NPL by heading to www.nplindia.org.
- Navigate to the “Recruitments / Careers” tab and get the application form format provided with Advertisement No. Rectt./04/2026.
- Provide all requested personal, academic, and project details in the designated application form.
- Affix an updated passport-size colour photograph and include self-attested photocopies of every required document: proof of date of birth (Matriculation / 10th Certificate), mark sheets and degree or diploma certificates starting from 10th onwards, experience letters along with National Eligibility Test certificates (CSIR-UGC NET / GATE) if applicable, and category certificates (SC / ST / OBC / PwBD / EWS) in the Govt. of India format.
- Present yourself in person with the completed application form and all original documents for verification at the following address:
Venue: Auditorium, CSIR - National Physical Laboratory (NPL), Dr. K. S. Krishnan Marg, New Delhi - 110012.
| Reporting Timings | 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM sharp on the scheduled date (21 October 2026 for Post Codes 1.0 to 17.0 and 22 October 2026 for Post Codes 18.0 to 36.0). Candidates arriving after 10:00 AM will not be entertained under any circumstance. |
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Important Links
Before Applying
Ensure you check the official notification for full details on eligibility, age limits, educational qualifications, fee rules, and related guidelines prior to submitting your application.
Frequently asked questions
What are the important dates for CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026?
Notification Release Date: 16 October 2026; Walk-in Interview Date (Day 1 - Post Code 1.0 to 17.0): 21 October 2026; Walk-in Interview Date (Day 2 - Post Code 18.0 to 36.0): 22 October 2026; Registration & Reporting Time: 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM (No candidate entertained after 10:00 AM).
How many posts are there in CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026?
Total Vacancies: 41 Posts (Day 1: 21 Posts | Day 2: 20 Posts).
What is the official website for CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026?
The official website is www.nplindia.in.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.