The minimum educational qualification required for this position is M.Sc / B.E. / B.Tech (refer to the official notification for the exact discipline, stream or trade required). Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying examination may apply provisionally, provided they can produce the marksheet at the document verification stage.
The age limit is as per the official notification calculated as on the cut-off date specified in the notification. Age relaxation is granted to reserved categories as per central government rules: OBC candidates get 3 additional years, SC/ST candidates get 5 years, and PwD candidates get up to 10 years of relaxation. Ex-servicemen and certain other reserved categories may receive further relaxation — verify against the official notification.
Nationality requirement: the candidate must be a citizen of India (or hold the eligibility documents specified by the recruiting body). Candidates domiciled in West Bengal may be given preference in certain categories. Out-of-state candidates can still apply — see the notification for state-domicile requirements specific to this recruitment.
Application fee
General / OBC₹0 (Nil)
SC / ST₹0 (Nil)
At a glance
OrganizationNational Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI)
CategoryLatest Jobs
Post / examCSIR NEERI Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post
Total posts1
QualificationM.Sc / B.E. / B.Tech+
LocationWest Bengal
Pay scale₹25,000 – ₹31,000 + HRA per month
Apply modeOnline
Last Date to Apply Online15 Jun 2026
Key highlights
National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI) has released the latest jobs update for CSIR NEERI Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post.
1 total vacancies are on offer.
Last Date to Apply Online: 15 Jun 2026 — don't miss the deadline.
Apply or check online through the official portal — direct links are below.
Overview
National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI) is now accepting applications for the CSIR NEERI Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post recruitment. A total of 1 vacancies have been opened in this recruitment cycle. Candidates who meet the M.Sc / B.E. / B.Tech eligibility can apply through the official portal before 15 Jun 2026.
Selected candidates will be placed in the ₹25,000 – ₹31,000 + HRA per month pay scale, along with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other applicable allowances as per government rules.
Always confirm the final details in the official notification — it is the binding source for eligibility, dates, and fees.
Why apply for this post
National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI) is among India's premier academic and research institutions. Roles here come with access to a high-quality research environment, structured technical training, exposure to senior faculty mentorship, and credentials valued across the academic and industrial sector after the tenure ends.
The starting pay scale for this post is ₹25,000 – ₹31,000 + HRA per month. Salaries increase through annual increments and time-bound promotions, and the package includes Dearness Allowance (revised twice a year), House Rent Allowance based on posting city, and other government benefits applicable to the cadre.
Vacancy details
1
total posts (approx). Category-wise reservation and post-wise breakup are listed in the official notification.
Salary / pay scale
₹25,000 – ₹31,000 + HRA per month — plus DA, HRA & allowances. Final in-hand pay depends on posting and deductions.
Vacancy breakdown (category-wise)
Project Associate-I1
Documents required
Recent passport-size photograph
Signature scan
M.Sc / B.E. / B.Tech degree certificate and mark sheets
NET / GATE scorecard (if applicable)
Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) if claiming age relaxation
Valid photo identity proof
How to apply
The entire application is online — candidates register on the official portal, fill the form, upload documents, pay the fee online, and download the confirmation. Follow the numbered steps below carefully, because once submitted most fields cannot be edited.
The Last Date to Apply Online for this application is 15 Jun 2026. We strongly recommend completing the application at least 2-3 days before the deadline — the official portal usually sees heavy load on the last day, and payment-gateway timeouts in the final hours can cause submissions to fail.
The application fee varies by category and is listed in the Application Fee section below. Payment can be made online using debit card, credit card, net banking, UPI, or any accepted digital wallet. Save the payment receipt — you will need it if the system requires manual verification.
1Visit the official CSIR-NEERI website at neeri.res.in and go to the Recruitment section.
2Locate Advertisement No. RECRUIT_RC_4C_Kolkata_08062026 and open the Apply Online link.
3Register and fill in your personal, educational, and contact information accurately.
4Upload your photograph, signature, and supporting certificates in the required format.
5Review all entered details thoroughly before final submission.
6Submit the form and save or print the confirmation page for future reference.
Selection process
The selection process is conducted in 2 stages: Application Screening / Shortlisting based on qualifications and Online Interview. Candidates must clear each stage to be eligible for the next, and the final merit list is prepared on the combined performance across all stages. Detailed marking schemes, qualifying cut-offs, and any tie-breaker rules are listed in the official notification linked above.
Application Screening / Shortlisting based on qualificationsOnline Interview
Preparation tips
1Revise core topics from your M.Sc or B.E./B.Tech discipline — environmental science, biotechnology, zoology, or botany.
2Brush up on current environmental research techniques, laboratory practices, and project methodologies.
3If you have NET or GATE qualification, ensure the scorecard is ready to upload as it secures the higher stipend of ₹31,000.
4Prepare a concise research profile highlighting any project or fieldwork experience relevant to CSIR-NEERI's focus areas.
The final date for submitting your online application is 15 Jun 2026. You are advised to complete and submit the form well before this deadline to avoid any technical delays.
Only 1 post of Project Associate-I is available under Advertisement No. RECRUIT_RC_4C_Kolkata_08062026, located at the Kolkata node of CSIR-NEERI.
You must hold an M.Sc. in Environmental Science, Biotechnology, Zoology, or Botany, OR a B.E./B.Tech in Environmental Engineering or Biotechnology Engineering from a recognised university.
The upper age limit is 35 years. SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates receive a relaxation of 5 years, and OBC candidates receive 3 years of relaxation.
Candidates who are NET or GATE qualified will receive ₹31,000 + HRA per month, while others will receive ₹25,000 + HRA per month.
Selection is through an Online Interview. Applications will first be screened for eligibility, and shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview.
No, there is no application fee for this recruitment. Candidates from all categories — General, OBC, SC, and ST — can apply free of charge.
Applications must be submitted online through the official CSIR-NEERI website at neeri.res.in. Navigate to the Recruitment section to find the relevant notification and apply link.
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