| Advt No | PRCT/05/2026 |
| Recruitment Board | CSIR CMERI |
| Post Name | Project Associate, Project Assistant and More |
| Vacancies | 39 |
| Last Date | 29-10-2026 |
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CSIR-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CSIR CMERI) has announced 39 vacancies for Project Assistant / Project Associate / Project JRF / Project SRF / Project Research Scientist posts on a contractual basis under advertisement number PRCT/05/2026. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interview on 28 October 2026 and 29 October 2026, reporting at 9:30 AM at CSIR – Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute, M.G. Avenue, Durgapur. Applicants must appear with all original certificates, mark sheets with self-attested photocopies, a recent passport size photograph, and a filled-in Application Form. Consolidated remuneration varies by post, and candidates engaged for 6 years or more in CSIR labs as Trainee, Project Assistant, JRF, SRF, Project Associate, or Research Associate cannot apply.
CSIR CMERI Recruitment 2026 Walk-in Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Date | 28 October 2026 and 29 October 2026 |
| Reporting / Registration Time | 09:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. |
| Venue | CSIR – Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute, M.G. Avenue, Durgapur-713209 |
| Posts | Project Assistant, Project Associate, Project JRF, Project SRF, Project Research Scientist |
| Total Vacancies | 39 |
| Pay | Rs. 18,000/- to Rs. 56,000/- per month + HRA (as applicable per post) |
| Who Can Attend | Candidates meeting educational, experience, and age criteria with original documents and application form |
Posts and Eligibility
| Post & Code | Vacancies | Qualification Required | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Assistant – I (P-26121) | 2 | SSC / 10th plus ITI in Fitter / Electrician / Mechanic Motor Vehicle | Rs. 18,000/- |
| Project Assistant – II (P-26122) | 1 | 3 years Diploma in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical | Rs. 20,000/- |
| Project Assistant – II (P-26123) | 1 | 3 years Diploma in Engineering or Technology in Electrical / Instrumentation / Electronics. Desirable: PCB design, soldering. | Rs. 20,000/- |
| Project Assistant – II (P-26124) | 1 | 3 years Diploma in Engineering or Technology in Agricultural / Mechanical. Desirable: Agricultural machinery testing knowledge. | Rs. 20,000/- |
| Project Assistant – II (P-26125) | 1 | 3 years Diploma in Engineering or Technology in Agricultural / Mechanical. Desirable: Agricultural machinery testing knowledge. | Rs. 20,000/- |
| Project Assistant – II (P-26126) | 1 | 3 years Diploma in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Computer Science | Rs. 20,000/- + HRA |
| Project Assistant – II (P-26127) | 1 | 3 years Diploma in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical. Desirable: CNC machines, CAD modelling, UTM Machine. | Rs. 20,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate – I (P-26128) | 2 | Master / Integrated Masters in Computer Applications / Computer Science & Engg / IT OR B.E./B.Tech in IT / Computer Science / Data Science / AI / ECE / Electronics and Telecommunication. Desirable: Cloud computing, IoT, MERN stack, Python, etc. | Rs. 25,000/- |
| Project Associate – I (P-26129) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering / Electronics and Communication / Electrical. Desirable: C/C++/Python, Control Systems, Robotics. | Rs. 31,000/- (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 25,000/- (others) |
| Project Associate – I (P-26130) | 2 | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering / Electronics and Communication / Electrical. Desirable: C/C++/Python, Control Systems, Robotics. | Rs. 31,000/- (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 25,000/- (others) |
| Project Associate – I (P-26131) | 1 | Masters / Integrated Masters in Physics / Radio-Physics with Electronics specialization OR B.E./B.Tech in Electronics / Electronics & Instrumentation / Electrical & Electronics | Rs. 25,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate-II / Project Associate-I (P-26132) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation / Computer Science with 2 years R&D experience (for PA-II) OR Masters in Engineering/Technology in Electrical/Electronics/Power Electronics/Computer Science. B.E./B.Tech for PA-I. Desirable: Power Electronics, EV, Embedded systems. | Rs. 28,000/- (PA-II) / Rs. 25,000/- (PA-I) |
| Project Associate-II / Project Associate-I (P-26133) | 2 | B.E./B.Tech in Electronics / Electrical / Robotics / Mechatronics / Computer Science with 2 years R&D experience OR Masters in Engineering/Technology in same fields (for PA-II). B.E./B.Tech for PA-I. Desirable: Scientific instruments, PCB design, motors, Python/C++. | Rs. 35,000/- (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 28,000/- (others) for PA-II; Rs. 31,000/- or Rs. 25,000/- for PA-I |
| Project JRF / Associate (P-26134) | 1 | For JRF: Graduate/Post Graduate degree in Engineering in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics + NET/GATE. For PA-II: B.E./B.Tech with 2 years experience or Masters. For PA-I: B.E./B.Tech. Desirable: Electric motors, Power converters, MATLAB. | Rs. 37,000/- + HRA (JRF); Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (PA-II); Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (PA-I) |
| Project Senior Research Fellow (P-26135) | 1 | Post Graduate Degree in Physics / Radio-Physics with Electronics OR Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in Engineering in Computer Science/Electronics/Electrical/IT/Mechatronics/Biomedical + NET/GATE and 2 years research experience. | Rs. 42,000/- + HRA |
| Project Research Scientist – I (P-26136) | 1 | Post Graduate Degree in Physics/Radio-Physics with Electronics/Computer Application/Data Engineering OR 4-Year B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/Electronics/Electrical/IT/Mechatronics/Biomedical. Desirable: PhD/MS/M.Tech or relevant experience in Robotics/AI/Signal Processing. | Rs. 56,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate – I (P-26137) | 1 | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics | Rs. 25,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate – I (P-26138) | 1 | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical / Production. Desirable: 3-D CAD modelling (AutoCAD). | Rs. 25,000/- |
| Project Associate – I (P-26139) | 1 | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical. Desirable: IC Engine, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, CFD Modeling. | Rs. 25,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate – I (P-26140) | 1 | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical. Desirable: Mechanical engineering design, CAD, Structural FEA. | Rs. 25,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate – I (P-26141) | 1 | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical / Manufacturing / Production. Desirable: Mechanical testing, Metal casting, NDT. | Rs. 31,000/- (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 25,000/- (others) |
| Project Associate – I (P-26142) | 1 | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical / Aerospace / Aeronautical / Production / Mechatronics. Desirable: Solid Mechanics, Machine Design, CAD/CAM/CAE software. | Rs. 31,000/- (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 25,000/- (others) |
| Project Associate – I (P-26143) | 1 | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical / Mechatronics / Robotics. Desirable: Solidworks, Ansys, Siemens NX, CFD. | Rs. 31,000/- (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 25,000/- (others) |
| Project Associate – I (P-26144) | 1 | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical / Power / Energy / Aerospace. Desirable: Product designing, 3D modelling, ANSYS-FLUENT. | Rs. 31,000/- (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 25,000/- (others) |
| Project Associate – I (P-26145) | 1 | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical / Civil. Desirable: Python/MATLAB coding, vibration, signal processing, computer vision. | Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 25,000/- + HRA (others) |
| Project Associate-II / Project Associate-I (P-26146) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Mechatronics/Robotics/Production with 2 years experience OR Masters in Engineering/Technology in Mechanical/Mechatronics/Robotics/Production/Machine Design. Desirable: Solidworks, Ansys, CAD, structural analysis. | Rs. 35,000/- or Rs. 28,000/- for PA-II; Rs. 31,000/- or Rs. 25,000/- for PA-I |
| Project Associate – II (P-26147) | 1 | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Civil/Applied Mechanics/Aerospace/Mechatronics with 2 years experience OR Masters in Engineering/Technology in same fields. Desirable: FEA, multibody systems simulation. | Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 28,000/- + HRA (others) |
| Project Associate – II (P-26148) | 1 | Masters in Engineering/Technology in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Welding/Metallurgy/Production/Design/Electrical/Electronics OR B.E./B.Tech with 2 years experience. Desirable: Python, statistical analysis, machine learning. | Rs. 35,000/- (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 28,000/- (others) |
| Project JRF / Associate (P-26149) | 1 | For JRF: Graduate/Post Graduate in Engineering in Mechanical/Production/Manufacturing/Materials Science/Ceramic + NET/GATE. For PA-I: B.E./B.Tech in same fields. | Rs. 37,000/- (JRF); Rs. 31,000/- or Rs. 25,000/- (PA-I) |
| Project JRF / Associate (P-26150) | 1 | For JRF: Graduate/Post Graduate in Mechanical Engineering + NET/GATE. For PA-II: B.E./B.Tech with 2 years experience or Masters in Mechanical. For PA-I: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical. Desirable: Modelling software (Inventor, Solidworks, AutoCAD), Gear Design. | Rs. 37,000/- (JRF); Rs. 35,000/- or Rs. 28,000/- (PA-II); Rs. 31,000/- or Rs. 25,000/- (PA-I) |
| Project Research Scientist – I (P-26151) | 1 | 4-Year B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Mechatronics / Biomedical. Desirable: Masters/PhD in relevant areas or experience in mechanical design, Python/MATLAB, ROS, hardware integration. | Rs. 56,000/- + HRA |
| Project Research Scientist – I (P-26152) | 1 | 4-Year B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Production / Mechanical Design / Aeronautical / Mechatronics / Biomedical. Desirable: PhD/MS/M.Tech or experience in Mechanical Design, FEA, Multibody Dynamics, Solidworks/ANSYS. | Rs. 56,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate – I (P-26153) | 1 | Masters / Integrated Masters in Chemistry / Physics. Desirable: Energy materials synthesis, electrochemical techniques. | Rs. 25,000/- + HRA |
| Project JRF or Associate-I (P-26154) | 1 | For JRF: Graduate/Post Graduate in Chemical / Materials Science / Metallurgical / Energy Science / Nanotechnology / Mechanical + NET/GATE. For PA-I: B.E./B.Tech in same fields. Desirable: Advanced Materials, MATLAB/COMSOL. | Rs. 37,000/- (JRF); Rs. 31,000/- or Rs. 25,000/- (PA-I) |
| Project Assistant – II (P-26155) | 1 | 3 years Diploma in Mechanical Engineering / Automobile Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering. Desirable: CAD (2D & 3D), automobile electric drive train, workshop technology. | Rs. 20,000/- + HRA |
What to Bring
- All original certificates and mark sheets.
- Self-attested photocopies of all original certificates and mark sheets.
- A recent passport size photograph.
- Duly filled-in Application Form downloaded from the Institute website.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from Competent Authority for candidates presently engaged in CSIR-CMERI or any other CSIR labs/institutes.
What Happens on the Day
Candidates must report at the designated venue between 09:30 A.M. and 11:30 A.M. on their respective interview dates (28 October 2026 for Post Codes under 1A and 1B; 29 October 2026 for Post Codes under Group 2). The selection committee will evaluate candidates based on their performance and overall assessment during the interview. The selection process may continue until late evening or the next day, so candidates should come prepared. Results will be published on the institute website or communicated via email.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | View Advertisement Notice |
| Official Website | CSIR CMERI Website |
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