The minimum educational qualification required for this position is M.Sc (Chemistry/Physics) or B.Tech (Chemical/Polymer Engineering) (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 Kerala 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
All Candidates₹0 (No Fee)
At a glance
OrganizationNational Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST)
CategoryLatest Jobs
Post / examCSIR-NIIST Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – 10 Posts Walk-in
Total posts10
QualificationM.Sc (Chemistry/Physics) or B.Tech (Chemical/Polymer Engineering)+
LocationKerala
Pay scale₹25,000 – ₹37,000 per month + 20% HRA (varies by project & NET/GATE status)
Apply modeOnline
Walk-in Interview Date23 Jun 2026
Key highlights
National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST) has released the latest jobs update for CSIR-NIIST Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – 10 Posts Walk-in.
10 total vacancies are on offer.
Walk-in Interview Date: 23 Jun 2026 — don't miss the deadline.
Apply or check online through the official portal — direct links are below.
Overview
National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST) has officially announced the recruitment for CSIR-NIIST Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – 10 Posts Walk-in. A total of 10 vacancies have been opened in this recruitment cycle. Candidates who meet the M.Sc (Chemistry/Physics) or B.Tech (Chemical/Polymer Engineering) eligibility can apply through the official portal before 23 Jun 2026.
Selected candidates will be placed in the ₹25,000 – ₹37,000 per month + 20% HRA (varies by project & NET/GATE status) 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 Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST) 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 – ₹37,000 per month + 20% HRA (varies by project & NET/GATE status). 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
10
total posts (approx). Category-wise reservation and post-wise breakup are listed in the official notification.
Salary / pay scale
₹25,000 – ₹37,000 per month + 20% HRA (varies by project & NET/GATE status) — plus DA, HRA & allowances. Final in-hand pay depends on posting and deductions.
Duly filled application form (as per notification format)
Original and self-attested copies of educational certificates and mark sheets
Proof of identity (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter ID)
Experience certificates, if applicable
Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PH), if applicable
NET/GATE scorecard, if applicable
Recent passport-size photographs
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 Walk-in Interview Date for this application is 23 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.
1Download and read the official notification PDF from niist.res.in to confirm your eligibility.
2Fill in the application form as prescribed in the notification.
3Collect all original documents and prepare one set of self-attested photocopies.
4Report to the CSIR-NIIST office, Thiruvananthapuram, on 23 Jun 2026 at the time specified in the notification.
5Complete the registration formalities at the venue and attend the Walk-in Interview / Written Test.
Selection process
The selection process is conducted in 2 stages: Walk-in Interview and Written Test (if required based on candidate volume). 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.
Walk-in InterviewWritten Test (if required based on candidate volume)
Preparation tips
1Revise core concepts in your discipline — Polymer Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, or Physics — at the M.Sc / B.Tech level.
2For MSTD-8, prepare on polymer composite materials, resin synthesis routes, and characterisation techniques.
3For CSET-8, study optoelectronic device physics, semiconductor materials, and thin-film fabrication.
4Carry NET/GATE scorecard if you hold one — it directly determines your stipend tier.
5Arrive early to avoid registration delays; bring multiple passport-size photographs.
The walk-in interview is scheduled for 23 Jun 2026 at the CSIR-NIIST office, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. Candidates should arrive well before the reporting time mentioned in the official notification.
A total of 10 Project Associate-I posts are available, distributed across five project codes: MSTD-8 (2), MSTD-13 (2), MSTD-18 (2), MSTD-20 (1), and CSET-8 (3).
Depending on the project, you need either an M.Sc in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, or Physics, or a B.Tech in Chemical or Polymer Engineering from a recognised university.
The maximum age is 35 years as on the interview date. Age relaxation applies for SC, ST, OBC, Physically Handicapped, and female candidates per CSIR/GOI norms.
NET/GATE qualified candidates earn ₹31,000–₹37,000 + 20% HRA depending on the project, while others earn ₹25,000–₹30,000 + 20% HRA. The MSTD-20 project carries the highest stipend tier.
No application fee is charged for any category of candidates attending this walk-in interview.
Selection is primarily through a Walk-in Interview. A Written Test may additionally be conducted if the number of candidates reporting is large, before proceeding to the interview stage.
The official notification PDF is available on the CSIR-NIIST website at niist.res.in. Download it, verify your eligibility, and attend the walk-in with the required documents.
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