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CSIR-National Environmental Engineering Research Institute

CSIR-NEERI Project Associate-II Recruitment 2026

  • CSIR-NEERI
  • Purely Temporary Project Engagement
  • Nagpur
  • Online application
Applications closed

Application deadline

29 September 2026

Closed

Last date for online application

Posted 9 October 2026

Quick facts

Vacancies
1
Qualification
M.Sc. in Geology or Applied Geology from a…
Age
Up to 35 years
Pay
Starting from ₹28,000/month
Location
Nagpur
Employment
Purely Temporary Project Engagement
Apply mode
Online application
Reference
RECRUIT_SD_2A_WESD_22092026

Overview

CSIR-NEERI invites online applications for a purely temporary Project Associate-II position under groundwater impact assessment project GAP-3095.

Positions & vacancies

1 vacancy across 1 post

Nagpur · Purely Temporary Project Engagement

Age
Up to 35 years
Experience
The M.Sc. Qualification pathway requires two years of experience. Experience is counted only after acquiring the minimum educational qualification. Dissertation or thesis work during the academic period and time spent acquiring a higher qualification are not counted as experience.

Eligibility

M.sc. Pathway

Both the specified M.Sc. qualification and two years of experience are required under this pathway.

Education

M.Sc. in Geology or Applied Geology from a recognized University

Experience

Two years of experience Experience is counted only after acquiring the minimum educational qualification. Dissertation or thesis work during the academic period and time spent acquiring a higher qualification are not counted as experience.

M.e./m.tech. Pathway

This pathway requires the specified M.E. or M.Tech. qualification.

M.E. or M.Tech. in Water Resources or Hydrology from a recognized Institute

Salary & benefits

Project Associate-II

₹35,000

per month

Eligibility for ₹35,000 rate

Applicable to candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC, ICAR, or ICMR NET Lectureship or Assistant Professorship, GATE, or qualifying national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments such as DBT or DST or equivalent and/or their agencies or institutions. HRA is additional.

₹28,000

per month

Applicable to eligible candidates who do not fall under the Rs. 35,000 category. HRA is additional.

Selection process

  1. 1

    Screening and Shortlisting

    Merely fulfilling the minimum qualification does not confer a right to be called for interview. If a large number of applications are received, preference will be given according to criteria adopted by the Screening Committee.

  2. 2

    Online Interview

    Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview through MS Teams, Skype, or another online platform. Interview information will be uploaded on the website or portal.

Important dates

Application deadline

29 Sept 2026

Applications closed

Other important dates

  • Online interview date to be notified separatelyTo be notified
  • Eligibility and age cutoff date29 September 2026

Application fee

  • All candidates

    Nil / Exempt

No application fee is required.

How to apply

  1. 1

    Online application

    Submit the online application form by 29 September 2026. The notification does not state a specific application portal URL in the rendered text.

Additional information

Selection summary

Candidates may be screened if a large number of applications are received. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview through platforms such as MS Teams or Skype. The interview date will be notified separately on the CSIR-NEERI website.

Eligibility notes

Result-awaited and final-semester candidates are not eligible where the minimum essential qualification is mandatory, and they are not allowed to appear for interview. Experience, where required, is counted only after acquiring the minimum educational qualification. Dissertation or thesis work during the academic period and time spent acquiring a higher qualification are not counted as experience.

Application instructions

Eligible and interested candidates must submit the online application form by 29 September 2026. Only candidates who have acquired the essential qualification and whose result has been declared, with at least a provisional certificate available, are eligible to apply.

Important notes

The engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project and does not confer any right to regularization against CSIR or CSIR-NEERI posts. Engagement may be extended or curtailed depending on project duration, funds, performance, and conduct. Selected candidates must complete pre-appointment formalities and join within the time specified in the offer letter.

Official documents

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