CSIR-CSIO Recruitment 2026 | Project Staff Vacancies for Sponsored R&D Projects
The CSIR–Central Scientific Instruments Organisation (CSIR-CSIO), Chandigarh has released multiple recruitment notifications for temporary Project Staff positions under various sponsored Research & Development (R&D) projects. These vacancies offer an excellent opportunity for candidates from Engineering and Science backgrounds to work in cutting-edge research areas such as antennas, environmental sensing, navigation systems, instrumentation, and other emerging technologies. Interested candidates can apply online through the official CSIR-CSIO recruitment portal.
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CSIR-CSIO Recruitment 2026
The CSIR–Central Scientific Instruments Organisation (CSIR-CSIO), Chandigarh, a premier laboratory under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), has invited online applications for temporary project-based positions against sponsored R&D projects. The recruitment is intended to fill immediate vacancies and prepare a waitlisted panel for future project requirements.
Organization Details
- Organization: CSIR–Central Scientific Instruments Organisation (CSIR-CSIO)
- Parent Organization: Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
- Organization Type: Government (Autonomous)
- Type of Institution: CSIR National Research Laboratory
- Job Location: Chandigarh, India
- Job Type: Temporary / Project-Based
- Application Mode: Online
Current Project Advertisements
CSIR-CSIO has released multiple project recruitment advertisements, including:
- Advertisement No. 26/2026 – Design of Metaskin for Low RCS of Conformal Antennas (MMP015204: Module 8, SWP-4)
- Advertisement No. 24/2026 – Development of a Three-Dimensional Flexible Substrate for Detecting Environmental Pollutants
- Advertisement No. 25/2026 – Grant-in-Aid Project
- Advertisement No. 22/2026 – Design and Development of GPS Denied Navigation Module
- Advertisement No. 20/2026 – CSIR FTC Project
- Advertisement No. 19/2026 – Externally Funded Project
Available Positions
Depending on the project, vacancies may include:
- Project Associate-I
- Project Associate-II
- Senior Project Associate
- Project Assistant
- Other Project Staff Positions
The exact designation, number of vacancies, eligibility criteria, and fellowship vary by advertisement.
Educational Qualification
Eligible candidates may possess qualifications such as:
- B.E./B.Tech.
- M.E./M.Tech.
- M.Sc.
- Ph.D.
- Other qualifications as specified in the respective advertisement.
Relevant disciplines include:
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Instrumentation Engineering
- Computer Science
- Materials Science
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Other allied Engineering and Science disciplines.
Salary / Fellowship
The fellowship and monthly remuneration will be provided according to:
- CSIR Guidelines
- Project Funding Agency Norms
- Position and Candidate Eligibility
Selection Process
Selection may involve:
- Application Screening
- Shortlisting
- Interview
- Document Verification
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should submit their applications through the official CSIR-CSIO online recruitment portal before the deadline mentioned in the respective advertisement.
Applicants should carefully read the project-specific notification for eligibility, required documents, and application instructions before applying.
Why Apply?
- Work at a premier CSIR National Laboratory.
- Participate in cutting-edge sponsored R&D projects.
- Gain hands-on research experience with advanced scientific instrumentation.
- Collaborate with experienced scientists and researchers.
- Enhance career opportunities in academia, industry, and research organizations.
Notification: CSIR-CSIO: Recruitment Notices
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