Project Associate-I (Life Science/Biological Sciences) – CSIR-IICB
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 8
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Temporary
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹25,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: M.Sc. in any branch of Life Science, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or MVSc / B.Tech (Biotechnology) / MBBS / B.Pharm
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — prior laboratory or research experience in cell culture or molecular biology is desirable but not mandatory.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Walk-in Interview
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Project Associate-I (Life Science/Biological Sciences) post at CSIR-IICB in 2026 offers a vital entry point for aspiring researchers looking to build hands-on expertise in advanced scientific investigations. Successful candidates will be engaged in the project focused on chemical biology approaches to disease biology, diagnostics, and therapeutics. This contract engagement provides a stable platform for early-career scientists to transition academic knowledge into real-world laboratory contributions. Eligible applicants are encouraged to participate in this direct recruitment drive to leverage premier research facilities.
- Offers a valuable pathway to gain experience in cell culture techniques, molecular biology, or veterinary science.
- Candidates with CSIR-UGC/ICMR NET or GATE qualifications receive a higher monthly consolidated remuneration of ₹31,000.
- The selection is based on a direct walk-in-interview scheduled on 14th October 2026 in Kolkata.
- The temporary engagement is initially valid up to 31st March 2027 and is co-terminus with the project.
- A maximum age limit of 35 years is applicable, with relaxation policies for reserved categories as per CSIR norms.
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Additional Salary Information
₹31,000/- plus HRA per month for NET/GATE qualified candidates; ₹25,000/- plus HRA per month for others
Important Dates
Selection Process
Direct Walk-in-Interview
Application Fees
No Application Fee
Reservation
Age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates.
Age relaxation of 3 years is applicable for OBC candidates.
How to Apply
- Download the official application form from the link provided in the notification.
- Fill out the application form completely with correct details and list the relevant vacancy codes.
- Collect original documents and self-attested copies of birth certificate (matriculation certificate), educational qualifications, experience, and caste certificates.
- Attend the Walk-in-Interview on 14th October 2026 at the CSIR-IICB Jadavpur campus.
- Ensure to report at the venue by 08:45 A.M. as the entry gate closes at 10:00 A.M.
Frequently Asked Questions
The salary is ₹31,000 plus HRA for NET/GATE qualified candidates, and ₹25,000 plus HRA for others.
Candidates need an M.Sc. in Life Science, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or MVSc / B.Tech (Biotechnology) / MBBS / B.Pharm depending on the specific vacancy code.
The maximum age limit is 35 years as on the date of the interview.
