NIO Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline

National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 2 Project Associate – I Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline by sending the application form to the official address. The last date to submit the application is 13-09-2026. In this article, you’ll find the Project Associate – I recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application procedure, and direct links to the official notification and application form download.

NIO Project Associate – I Recruitment 2026 – Overview

NIO Project Associate – I Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

Candidates who are interested in applying for the NIO Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.

Download NIO Project Associate – I Job 2026 Notification PDF

NIO Project Associate – I Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

• Project Associate – I: M.Sc Botany/Zoology/Bioinformatics/Marine Science (specialization in Biology)Oceanography(specialization in Biology) / Marine Biotechnology/Marine Microbiology or equivalent with NET/GATE qualification.
• Experience: Experience in handling sample collection in marine habitats, laboratory skills for Microbiology, Molecular biology and Bioinformatic analysis.

Application Fee

Age Limit

• No specific age limit is mentioned in the official notification.

Salary / Stipend

• Stipend of Rs. 31000 per month

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Please refer to the official notification for selection process details.

How to Apply

Candidates who wish to apply for NIO Project Associate – I Recruitment 2026 through offline mode should follow the steps below.

• Read the official notification carefully before applying.
• Download the application form from the official website: https://www.nio.res.in/vacancies/temporary/1737780.
• Fill the application form carefully with correct information.
• Attach self-attested copies of required documents such as photograph, signature, ID proof, and certificates.
• Check all details carefully before submission.
• Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the notification through Speed Post / Registered Post or as instructed.
• Ensure the application reaches before the last date: 13-09-2026.
• Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference.

NIO Project Associate – I Recruitment 2026 – Important Links