Project Associate-II (PA-II), Chemistry (Project HCP002601) at CSIR-CECRI Karaikudi

About the position

CSIR-CECRI, Karaikudi invites walk-in applications for two Project Associate-II posts in Chemistry. The pay depends on whether the candidate has qualified NET or GATE. Project number appears as HCP002601.

Eligibility

• M.Sc. in Chemistry with 2 years R&D experience.
• Maximum age: 35 years on the date of interview. Relaxation for SC/ST/PwBD/Women 5 years, OBC 3 years.
• NET (CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR, including lectureship/assistant professorship), GATE or an equivalent national level exam of a Central Government department decides the pay band.

Fellowship / pay

• ₹35,000 + HRA for candidates who qualified CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship/assistant professorship, or GATE, or national level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments like DBT/DST or equivalent.
• ₹28,000 + HRA for others.

How to apply

1. Download the application form from https://www.cecri.res.in/cecri/Opportunities.aspx.
2. Fill in the form.
3. Report at CSIR-CECRI, Karaikudi on 12 Nov 2026 by 8:30 AM with originals and one set of photocopies of certificates and one passport size photo.