Project Associate-I (Patent) – 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 Metallurgy/Materials/Chemical Engineering or M.Sc. in Material Science/Chemistry; IPR diploma preferred.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — proficiency in Patent Analytics or a PG Diploma in IPR is highly desirable.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Project Associate-I (Patent) role is designed for individuals interested in the intersection of engineering, science, and intellectual property rights. Working within the CSIR-TKDL Unit, the successful candidate will focus on patent informatics and analytics to protect Indian traditional knowledge from wrongful acquisition. This position is ideal for those with a background in Metallurgy, Materials, or Chemical Engineering who also possess an interest in IPR. It offers a unique career path in New Delhi, contributing to the preservation of national heritage through structured digital documentation.
- Desirable skills include proficiency in Patent Analytics, Patent Informatics, or a PG Diploma in IPR.
- The walk-in interview and written test are scheduled for 27 July 2026 in New Delhi.
- Candidates should possess good written and oral communication skills in English.
- The contract period is fixed until 31 March 2027 and is purely temporary.
- Online application submission is mandatory by 23 July 2026 to be eligible for the walk-in.
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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 pay is ₹31,000 + HRA for NET/GATE qualified individuals and ₹25,000 + HRA for others.
B.E./B.Tech in Metallurgy/Materials/Chemical Engineering or M.Sc. in Material Science/Chemistry.
Yes, the maximum age limit is 35 years as of the interview date.
