Project Associate-I (Material Science) – CSIR-TKDL
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Temporary
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹25,000 - ₹31,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Materials/Mineral/Chemical Engineering or M.Sc. in Material Science/Chemistry.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — no prior experience is mandatory, but academic projects in material science are beneficial.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Project Associate-I (Material Science) position at CSIR-TKDL Unit offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the digitization of Indian traditional practices related to minerals and metals. This role involves working on the HCP522403 project in New Delhi, focusing on the preservation of ancient knowledge through modern scientific frameworks. Candidates with a background in Materials Engineering or Chemistry will find this a rewarding path to apply their technical expertise to national heritage protection. The engagement provides a professional environment within a premier CSIR constituent unit dedicated to intellectual property rights and traditional knowledge.
- The maximum age limit for this position is 35 years with applicable relaxations for reserved categories.
- Candidates must attend the walk-in written test or interview on 27 July 2026 at the New Delhi unit.
- The contract is purely temporary and is scheduled to continue until 31 March 2027.
- Applicants should ensure they have their original certificates and two self-attested photographs for verification.
- The selection process involves a written test followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates on the same day.
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Additional Salary Information
₹31,000/- + HRA for NET/GATE/National exam qualified candidates; ₹25,000/- + HRA for others.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Online Application Screening In-person Written Test Interview (for shortlisted candidates) Document Verification
Application Fees
No application fee mentioned in the official notification.
Reservation
Standard CSIR/GoI reservation norms apply for the single vacancy and waitlist panel.
How to Apply
- Visit the official CSIR website at www.csir.res.in.
- Navigate to the career opportunities or recruitment section.
- Fill out the online application form with complete educational and experience details.
- Upload scanned copies of certificates for qualification, age, reservation category, and experience.
- Upload a detailed biodata and any publications or patents if applicable.
- Submit the form before the deadline of 23 July 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Keep a copy of the generated Application Number for future correspondence.
- Appear for the written test/interview at the designated venue in New Delhi on the reporting date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The monthly emolument is ₹31,000 plus HRA for NET/GATE qualified candidates, and ₹25,000 plus HRA for others.
Candidates need a B.E./B.Tech in Materials, Mineral, or Chemical Engineering, or a Master's Degree in Material Science or Chemistry.
The maximum age limit is 35 years as of the date of the interview.
