CSIR NAL Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for Junior Research Fellow, Senior Research Fellow Posts

CSIR National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR NAL) has released advertisement number 14/2026 for 2 temporary vacancies for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and Junior Research Fellow (JRF) posts. The notified pay is Rs. 42,000 /- pm + HRA for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and Rs. 37,000 /- pm + HRA for Junior Research Fellow (JRF). Eligible candidates must apply through the offline application process by downloading the form, filling it completely, attaching a passport size photograph with copies of matriculation, 12th, Degree and above, and Experience certificates, and sending it by post to The Sr. Controller of Administration, National Aerospace Laboratories, P.B.No.1779, HAL Airport Road, Kodihalli on or before 18 October 2026. The selection process involves screening or shortlisting of applications followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates.

CSIR NAL Recruitment 2026 Overview

CSIR NAL Important Dates

CSIR NAL Vacancy Details (Post-wise)

There are a total of 2 vacancies available under this notification.

CSIR NAL Eligibility Criteria

CSIR NAL Qualification

CSIR NAL Age Limit

The upper age limit is 28 years for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and 32 years for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) as on the last date of receipt of application.

Age Relaxation

CSIR NAL Salary

No additional grants or salary will be paid apart from the fellowship amount. On account of official visits to other places, laboratories, or institutes, candidates will be entitled to reimbursement under the project as per rules of CSIR/CSIR-NAL.

CSIR NAL Selection Process

The selection process involves the screening and shortlisting of applications based on information furnished in the offline application form, followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates through email.

How to Apply for CSIR NAL Recruitment 2026

1. Download the application form from the official website www.nal.res.in.
2. Fill out the application form completely in your own handwriting or neatly typed.
3. Affix a recent passport size photograph on the designated space of the application form.
4. Enclose self-attested copies of matriculation (10th) certificate as proof of date of birth, 12th standard certificate, degree and above certificates, experience certificates, and community or caste certificate if applicable.
5. Place the filled application form and all enclosures inside a sealed cover.
6. Superscribe the envelope with “Application for the post of JUNIOR RESEARCH FELLOW / SENIOR RESEARCH FELLOW. Advt. No.14/2026”.
7. Send the sealed cover by post to The Sr. Controller of Administration, National Aerospace Laboratories, P.B.No.1779, HAL Airport Road, Kodihalli, Bengaluru – 560 017 on or before 18 October 2026.

Documents Required

• SSLC / 10th Std Certificate (Proof of DOB)
• 12th Std Certificate
• Degree Certificate
• Post-Graduation Degree certificate and Marks sheets for all semesters/years
• Community or Caste Certificate
• Experience Certificate

CSIR NAL Important Instructions

• These positions are open only to Indian Nationals and Overseas citizens of India.
• The engagement is for a temporary duration of two years, with upgradation to SRF from the third year based on performance.
• Furnishing of wrong or false information will lead to disqualification and CSIR-NAL will not be responsible for consequences.
• Canvassing in any form or bringing in political or other influence will be treated as a disqualification.
• Candidates are advised to work for the project for a minimum duration of one year after appointment.
• If a candidate wishes to leave the job, prior information of a minimum of 1 month is required.
• No transport allowance will be paid for attending the interview.
• Interim enquiries will not be entertained.

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