CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 41 Project Associate, Project Assistant and More Posts
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Important details
| Name of post | CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 41 Project Associate, Project Assistant and More Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Physical Laboratory |
| Advertisement no. | Rectt./04/2026 |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 41 posts |
| Pay / salary | The consolidated monthly salary ranges from Rs. 18,000/- to Rs. 58,000/- plus admissible House Rent Allowance (HRA) depending upon the post. |
| Selection process | Screening of applications based on academic qualification and/or experience → Walk-in Interview |
| Posted on | 16 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 16 Oct 2026 |
Read from the official notice. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the official website.
Important Dates
- Walk-in Interview for Post Code 1.0 to 17.021 October 2026
- Walk-in Interview for Post Code 18.0 to 36.022 October 2026
Application Fee
Category : Fee
No application fee has been specified in the official notification for attending the walk-in interviews of CSIR NPL project positions.
Age Limit
- Maximum age varies from 28 to 50 years depending on the post.
- Age is calculated as on 21 October 2026 for Post Code 1.0 to 17.0 and 22 October 2026 for Post Code 18.0 to 36.0.
Total Post
41 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-II | 1 |
| Project Assistant-II | 4 |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 2 |
| Research Associate-I | 1 |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 3 |
| Project Research Scientist-I (Non Medical) | 1 |
| Project Technical Support-I | 2 |
| Project Associate-I | 12 |
| Project Assistant-I | 1 |
| Senior PAT / Senior- PAT | 3 |
| Project Scientist-I / Project Scientist-I | 2 |
| Total | 41 |
Salary / Pay Scale
- The consolidated monthly salary ranges from Rs. 18,000/- to Rs. 58,000/- plus admissible House Rent Allowance (HRA) depending upon the post.
CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | National Physical Laboratory |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Project Associate, Project Assistant, SRF, RA, JRF, Project Research Scientist, Senior PAT, Project Technical Support |
| No of Posts | 41 |
| Advt No | Rectt./04/2026 |
| Salary | Rs. 18000 to Rs. 58000 + HRA per month |
| Qualification | B.Sc., M.Sc., B.Tech, M.Tech, Ph.D., Diploma in relevant engineering or science disciplines |
| Age Limit | Maximum age varies from 28 to 50 years depending on the post |
| Walk-in Date | 21-10-2026 |
| Apply Mode | Walk-in |
| Job Type | Temporary |
Eligibility Criteria
- Project Associate-II (Post Code 1.0): M.Sc. in Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Organic Chemistry and 02 years experience
- Project Assistant-II (Post Code 2.0): B.Sc (PCM)/3years Diploma in Chemical Engineering/Technology
- Project Assistant-II (Post Code 3.0): B.Sc. in Chemistry/03 years Diploma in Chemical Engineering/Technology
- Senior Research Fellow (SRF) (Post Code 4.0): M.Sc Chemistry or B.Tech in Chemical Engineering with NET/GATE and two year research experience
- Research Associate-I (Post Code 5.0): Ph.D. awarded in chemistry
- Project Assistant-II (Post Code 6.0): B.Sc. in Chemistry/03 years Diploma in Chemical Engineering
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (Post Code 7.0): M.Sc. in Environmental Science with NET/GATE
- Project Research Scientist-I (Non Medical) (Post Code 8.0): Post Graduate Degree in environmental science or atmospheric science
- Project Technical Support-I (Post Code 9.0): Three-Year Graduate Degree in Environmental science/ physics/chemistry/biology and one year experience
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 10.0): Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology (Electronics/Instrumentation/Biotechnology/Biomedical)
- Project Associate-II (Post Code 11.0): B.Tech electronics/ECE and 2 years of experience in R&D
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 12.0): BE/B.Tech Electronics / Electrical
- Project Associate-II (Post Code 13.0): B.Tech./B.E. (Mechanical) and 02 Years of experience in R&D
- Project Assistant-I (Post Code 14.0): SSC in PCM / 10th plus ITI (Electrical)
- Senior PAT (Post Code 15.0): B.E. / B.Tech in Computer Science/IT and 03 years' experience in R&D
- Senior Research Fellow (SRF) (Post Code 16.0): M.Tech in CSE/IT/ECE/EE or B.Tech in CSE/IT or MCA with NET/GATE and 2 years research experience
- Project Associate-II (Post Code 17.0): B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science/IT or Master's degree in Computer Science/IT with 2 years experience
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 18.0): M.Sc. Physics
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 19.0): M.Sc. Physics / Electronics
- Project Scientist-I (Post Code 20.0): PhD in Physics / Electronics
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 21.0): M.Sc. Physics/Electronics
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 22.0): M.Sc Physics / Electronics
- Project Scientist-I (Post Code 23.0): Doctoral Degree in physics with 04 Years of experience in R&D
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 24.0): M.Sc. (Physics/Electronics)
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 25.0): M.Sc Physics/ Material Science
- Senior PAT (Post Code 26.0): Masters/ Integrated Masters in Physics with 03 years' experience in R&D
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 27.0): Masters/ Integrated Masters in Physics or related branch
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (Post Code 28.0): M.Sc. in Physics with NET/GATE
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 29.0): Master's/Integrated Masters in Physics or B.Tech in Nanotechnology
- Senior- PAT (Post Code 30.0): Ph.D. Degree in Physics/Optics/Nanotechnology/Material Science
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 31.0): Master's/Integrated Masters in Physics or B.Tech in Nanotechnology
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 32.0): M.Sc. Physics/Electronics/ Material Science
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 33.0): M.Sc. Physics/Electronics/ Material Science
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 34.0): Masters / Integrated Masters in Physics /Applied Physics
- Project Associate-I (Post Code 35.0): M.Sc. Physics / Electronics / Instrumentation or B.Tech Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation
- Project Associate-II (Post Code 36.0): M.Sc. in Physics/applied physics/ electronics or B.Tech in Electronics with 2 Years Experience or M.Tech/M.E. in Photonics/Laser/Optics/Electronics/ECE
Salary / Stipend
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-II (Code 1.0) | Rs. 28000/- + HRA |
| Project Assistant-II (Code 2.0, 3.0, 6.0) | Rs. 20000/- + HRA |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) (Code 4.0, 16.0) | Rs. 42000/- + HRA |
| Research Associate-I (Code 5.0) | Rs. 58000/- + HRA |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (Code 7.0, 28.0) | Rs. 37000/- + HRA |
| Project Research Scientist-I (Code 8.0) | Rs. 56000/- + HRA |
| Project Technical Support-I (Code 9.0) | Rs. 18000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate-I (Code 10.0, 18.0, 21.0, 24.0, 27.0, 29.0, 31.0, 35.0) | Rs. 31000 or 25000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-II (Code 11.0, 13.0) | Rs. 28000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate-I (Code 12.0, 22.0, 34.0, 25.0) | Rs. 25000/- + HRA |
| Project Assistant-I (Code 14.0) | Rs. 18000/- + HRA |
| Senior PAT (Code 15.0, 26.0, 30.0) | Rs. 42000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate-II (Code 17.0, 36.0) | Rs. 35000 or 28000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-I (Code 19.0, 32.0, 33.0) | Rs. 37000 or 30000 + HRA |
| Project Scientist-I (Code 20.0, 23.0) | Rs. 56000/- + HRA |
More Details
- CSIR NPL Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
- No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
- Selection Process
Mode of Selection
- Screening of applications based on academic qualification and/or experience
- Walk-in Interview
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before attending the interview.
- Candidates must report at the venue as per the reporting time mentioned in the notification.
- Carry all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies such as ID proof, educational certificates, experience certificates (if required), and category certificate (if applicable).
- Bring the duly filled application form if required in the notification.
- Verify eligibility criteria before attending the interview.
- Candidates are advised to reach the venue well in advance to complete registration formalities.
- Keep extra passport-size photographs for submission if required.
- Candidates who wish to attend the walk-in interview for CSIR NPL Various Posts Recruitment 2026 should follow the steps below.
Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Download nplindia.in |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here nplindia.org |
| Link Description | Link |
Frequently asked questions
How many vacancies are there in CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 41 Project Associate, Project Assistant and More Posts?
There are 41 posts in total.
What is the age limit for CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 41 Project Associate, Project Assistant and More Posts?
Maximum age varies from 28 to 50 years depending on the post; Age is calculated as on 21 October 2026 for Post Code 1.0 to 17.0 and 22 October 2026 for Post Code 18.0 to 36.0.
What qualification is needed for CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 41 Project Associate, Project Assistant and More Posts?
Project Associate-II (Post Code 1.0): M.Sc. in Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Organic Chemistry and 02 years experience | Project Assistant-II (Post Code 2.0): B.Sc (PCM)/3years Diploma in Chemical Engineering/Technology | Project Assistant-II (Post Code 3.0): B.Sc. in Chemistry/03 years Diploma in Chemical Engineering/Technology | Senior Research Fellow (SRF) (Post Code 4.0): M.Sc Chemistry o…
What is the selection process for CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 41 Project Associate, Project Assistant and More Posts?
Screening of applications based on academic qualification and/or experience, Walk-in Interview.
What is the official website for CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 41 Project Associate, Project Assistant and More Posts?
The official website is https://www.nplindia.org.