CSIR – North East Institute of Science & Technology has announced a recruitment for various Project Staff positions. A total of 24 vacancies are available for different posts, and the last date to apply online is 17 October 2026.
CSIR – North East Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026: 24 Posts: Overview
| Organization | CSIR – North East Institute of Science & Technology |
| Post Name | Project Associate-I, Principal Project Associate, Project Technical Support-III, Senior Project Associate, Project Associate-II, Project Assistant-II, Assistant Project Manager |
| Advt No | 09/2026-27-REC(PS) |
| Total Vacancies | 24 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Jorhat, Assam |
| Official Website | neist.res.in |
Important Dates
The recruitment process has specific dates that candidates should note.
| Date of Advertisement | 06 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 17 October 2026 up to 05:00 P.M. |
| Tentative Date of Interview | 02 November 2026 (Hybrid mode at CSIR-NEIST Jorhat) |
Application Fee
There is no application fee required for this recruitment.
| Category | Application Fee |
| All Categories | Nil |
Age Limit
The age limits vary by post code and are calculated as of the closing date of the advertisement.
| Post Code | Age Limit |
| 0901, 0903, 0905, 0906, 0907, 0908, 0910, 0912, 0913 | Maximum 35 years |
| 0902, 0904, 0911 | Maximum 40 years |
| 0909 | Maximum 55 years |
Vacancy Details
A total of 24 vacancies are available across various post codes, each associated with specific project titles.
| Post Code | Type of Vacancy | No. of Posts | Project Title |
| 0901 | Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | 01 | Production of soybean based functional foods using microbial resources isolated from traditionally fermented foods of North East India. |
| 0902 | Principal Project Associate (Principal PAT) | 01 | Production of soybean based functional foods using microbial resources isolated from traditionally fermented foods of North East India. |
| 0903 | Project Technical Support –III | 01 | Development of Bioresorbable Screws and Fillers for Regenerative Repairs of Low Load Borne Defects: Fabrication and Preclinical Validation |
| 0904 | Senior Project Associate (SPA) | 03 | CSIR Aroma Mission Phase 4.0 |
| 0905 | Project Associate-II | 04 | CSIR Aroma Mission Phase 4.0 |
| 0906 | Project Associate-I | 05 | CSIR Aroma Mission Phase 4.0 |
| 0907 | Project Associate-I | 01 | CSIR Aroma Mission Phase 4.0 |
| 0908 | Project Assistant-II (PA-II) | 03 | CSIR Aroma Mission Phase 4.0 |
| 0909 | Assistant Project Manager (Technical) | 01 | Establishment of Regional cum Facilitation Center (RCFC) to North East Region at CSIR-NEIST, Assam. |
| 0910 | Project Associate (PAT-I) | 01 | Nanoscale Engineering of Porous Crystalline Frameworks of High Specific Surface Area for Safe and Efficient Onboard Hydrogen Storage. |
| 0911 | Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT) | 01 | Science and Engineering Research for Innovation and Socio-Economic Advancement: A Focus on North-East Indian (NEIST-SEA) |
| 0912 | Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | 01 | Indigenous Development and Manufacturing of Machines, Devices and Assembly lines |
| 0913 | Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | 01 | Development of Cost-Effective and Green Methods for the Preparation of Hepatitis Medicines. |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications to apply for these posts. The qualifications vary by post code, and some positions require prior experience. Below is a detailed breakdown of the qualifications needed for each post code.
| Post Code | Qualification Required |
| 0901 | M.Sc. in Bioinformatics/Computational Biology/Biotechnology |
| 0902 | PhD in Computer Science & Engg./ IT/ Computer Science/Bioinformatics/Computational Biology/Biotechnology AND 3 years experience in R&D in industrial and academic institutions or S&T organizations and scientific activities. |
| 0903 | 1st class M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc. in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Life Science |
| 0904 | M.Sc. Botany / Life Science / Taxonomy / Agriculture / Pharmacology / Chemistry / Bioinformatics / Biotechnology / Environmental Science with minimum 3 years’ experience OR PhD in above subjects. |
| 0905 | M.Sc. in Life Science / Taxonomy / Agriculture / Pharmacology / Chemistry / Bioinformatics with minimum of 2 years experiences in MAPs R&D in Industrial and Academic Institutions or S&T Organisations. |
| 0906 | M.Sc. in Life Science / Botany / Taxonomy / Agriculture / Pharmacology / Bioinformatics / Chemistry / Biotechnology |
| 0907 | BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering |
| 0908 | Graduate in Science. |
| 0909 | PhD in Botany/Biotechnology/Plant Breeding & Genetics/Agronomy/Agriculture with min. 2 years experience in medicinal & Aromatic Plants, R&D management conservation and Cultivation practices OR M.Sc. with above subject with 5 years experience in medicinal & aromatic plants R&D. |
| 0910 | M.Sc. Chemistry/Chemical Science/Material Science |
| 0911 | B.Tech in Bioinformatics/Computational Biology/Chemical Science and Technology AND 3 years experience OR M.Sc. in Bioinformatics/Biotechnology with specialization in Bioinformatics/Chemistry (Computational Chemistry) AND 3 years experience OR PhD in Bioinformatics/Biotechnology. |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary varies by post code and is accompanied by HRA.
| Post Code | Pay / Emoluments |
| 0901 | Rs. 31,000/- per month + HRA for NET/GATE qualified, otherwise Rs. 25,000/- per month + HRA |
| 0902 | Rs. 49,000/- per month + HRA |
| 0903 | Rs. 28,000/- per month + HRA for 2 years. Increment @5% on initial emoluments from 3rd year Rs. 29,400/- pm |
| 0904 | Rs. 42,000/- + HRA |
| 0905 | Rs. 28,000/- + HRA |
| 0906, 0907, 0910, 0912, 0913 | Rs. 25,000/- + HRA |
| 0908 | Rs. 20,000/- + HRA |
| 0909 | Rs. 52,500/- (consolidated) |
| 0911 | Rs. 42,000/- + HRA |
Selection Process
The selection process will involve multiple stages, including an interview.
- Application submission through the online portal.
- Shortlisting of candidates based on eligibility criteria.
- Interview (Hybrid mode).
- Final selection based on performance in the interview.
How to Apply
Candidates can apply for the positions by following these steps on the official website.
- Visit the CSIR-NEIST website and access the online application link at neist.res.in/prostaff/.
- Click on “CLICK HERE TO APPLY” for submission of the application.
- Apply for the concerned Post Code by clicking the “POST NAME”.
- Complete the online form following the instructions provided below the boxes.
- Submit the application form and note the generated Registration Number displayed on the computer screen.
- Download the registration form from the “DOWNLOAD” section of the portal.
- Print and submit a signed copy of the registration form along with original testimonials at the time of the interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
Freshers can apply for the posts that do not require prior experience, such as Project Associate-I and Project Assistant-II.
What is the date on which experience is calculated?
Experience is calculated as of the closing date of the advertisement, which is 17 October 2026.
Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?
The notification does not specify any age relaxation for reserved categories.
What documents are needed at the time of verification?
Candidates need to provide original testimonials along with a signed copy of the registration form at the time of the interview.
Documents Required
- Photo
- Signature
- ID proof
- Certificates
- Experience letters
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying under the wrong post code.
- Missing the certificate dates for educational qualifications.
- Not submitting the signed copy of the registration form at the interview.
- Incorrect photo size in the application.
- Failing to check eligibility criteria before applying.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: CSIR – North East Institute of Science & Technology
- पद: Project Associate-I, Principal Project Associate, अन्य
- कुल पद: 24
- योग्यता: B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc, M.Phil/Ph.D
- आयु सीमा: 35 से 55 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 17 अक्टूबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन
