National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) has published a notification for the 2026 recruitment drive to fill 1 project-based Project Associate – II vacancy at its Headquarters in Goa. Applicants holding an M.Sc. in Environmental Sciences with minimum 2 years of research experience Post M.Sc. in the relevant field are eligible to apply. The position is required to be filled for a period of months: 5, with a pay of 28000. Candidates can apply online by clicking on the application link, with the last date for application set as 11 October 2026.
The total number of available vacancies for this recruitment is 1.
Vacancy no
Name of the Position
Number of positions
Project Title and code
HCP002502/3319-26
Project Associate – II
1
CSIR Integrated Skill Initiative – Phase III (2025 – 30)
NIO Project Associate – II Eligibility Criteria
NIO Project Associate – II Qualification
Post
Qualification Required
Project Associate – II
M.Sc. in Environmental Sciences with minimum 2 years of research experience Post M.Sc. in the relevant field.
Desirable Qualification: The candidate should have experience in molecular biology techniques and hands-on expertise in handling high-end laboratory instruments, such as PCR, SDS-PAGE, gel electrophoresis systems, auto-analyzer ect.
NIO Project Associate – II Salary
Post
Pay Level / Pay
Project Associate – II
28000 per month
The notification does not mention any additional allowances, benefits, or in-hand salary calculations.
NIO Project Associate – II Selection Process
The notification does not specify formal selection stages beyond the application review and job requirements.
How to Apply for NIO Project Associate – II
Go to the official recruitment announcement page.
Review the essential qualifications and job requirements carefully.
Click on the online application link.
Complete the application form with all required details.
Submit the application before the last date of 11 October 2026.
