CSIR Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (CSIR IICT) Project Staff Notification 2026 has been released on 24 April 2026 on the official website iict.res.in. A total of 26 vacancies have been announced through the CSIR IICT Project Staff Recruitment 2026.

Candidates up to 35 years of age who have Ph.D. in Chemistry/Life Sciences, M.Sc. in Chemistry/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Environmental Science, M.Tech/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, or B.Sc. in relevant fields are eligible to apply for these Project Staff vacancies. The application process for CSIR IICT Project Staff Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through walk-in interviews scheduled on 05 May 2026 and 06 May 2026.

Candidates can download the official notification PDF and attend the walk-in interview through the direct links provided below in this article.

CSIR IICT Recruitment 2026 - Overview

Company Name	CSIR Indian Institute of Chemical Technology
Post Name	Project Associate, Project Assistant and More
No of Posts	26
Salary	Rs. 20,000 + HRA - Rs. 58,000 + HRA Per Month
Qualification	Ph.D. in Chemistry/Life Sciences, M.Sc. in Chemistry/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Environmental Science, M.Tech/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, B.Sc. in relevant fields
Age Limit	Max: 35 years
Walk-in Date	06-05-2026
Apply Mode	Walk-in
Job Type	Contract

CSIR IICT Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

Candidates who are interested in applying for the CSIR IICT 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 CSIR IICT Job 2026 Notification PDF

CSIR IICT Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Research Associate (P)	1
Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT)	1
Project Associate-II (PAT-II)	8
Project Associate-I (PAT-I)	14
Project Assistant-II (PA-II)	2
Total	26

CSIR IICT Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

Research Associate (P): Ph.D. in Chemistry
Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT): M.Sc. in Chemistry / Polymer science with 3 years R&D Experience
Project Associate-II (PAT-II): M.Sc. in relevant discipline + 2 years experience
Project Associate-I (PAT-I): M.Sc. in relevant discipline (Rs. 31,000 + HRA if NET/GATE qualified)
Project Assistant-II (PA-II): B.Sc. in Statistics / Computer Science / Agriculture

CSIR IICT Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit

Maximum Age Limit: 35 years
Age Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD/Women: as per CSIR/GoI rules

CSIR IICT Recruitment 2026 - Salary

Post Name	Salary Per Month
Research Associate (P)	Rs. 20,000 + HRA - Rs. 58,000 + HRA
Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT)	Rs. 20,000 + HRA - Rs. 58,000 + HRA
Project Associate-II (PAT-II)	Rs. 20,000 + HRA - Rs. 58,000 + HRA
Project Associate-I (PAT-I)	Rs. 20,000 + HRA - Rs. 58,000 + HRA
Project Assistant-II (PA-II)	Rs. 20,000 + HRA - Rs. 58,000 + HRA

CSIR IICT Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Date	24 April 2026
Walk-in Interview (Codes 1-11)	05 May 2026
Walk-in Interview (Codes 12-23)	06 May 2026

CSIR IICT Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

Interview
Skill Test (if applicable)

Walk-In Procedure

Read the official notification carefully before attending the interview.
Candidates must report at the venue as per the reporting time mentioned in the notification.
Carry all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies such as ID proof, educational certificates, experience certificates (if required), and category certificate (if applicable).
Bring the duly filled application form if required in the notification.
Verify eligibility criteria before attending the interview.
Candidates are advised to reach the venue well in advance to complete registration formalities.
Keep extra passport-size photographs for submission if required.

CSIR IICT Recruitment 2026 - Important Links

Link Description	Link
Official Notification PDF	Click here
Official Website	Click here

CSIR IICT Project Associate, Project Assistant and More Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. What is the total number of vacancies announced by CSIR IICT?

CSIR IICT has announced a total of 26 vacancies for the Project Staff positions through this walk-in recruitment drive.

Q2. What is the application mode for this recruitment?

The application mode for this recruitment is Walk-in. Candidates need to attend the interview directly at the specified venue and time.

Q3. What is the last date to apply for the CSIR IICT Project Staff positions?

Since this is a walk-in recruitment, there is no specific last date to apply. Candidates must attend the walk-in interview on the scheduled dates.

Q4. What are the educational qualifications required for the Project Staff posts?

The required educational qualifications range from B.Sc. in relevant fields to Ph.D. in Chemistry/Life Sciences, M.Sc. in various disciplines, and M.Tech/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering.

Q5. What is the age limit for the candidates applying for these posts?

The maximum age limit for all posts is 35 years, with age relaxations applicable for SC/ST, OBC, and PwBD/Women candidates as per government rules.

Q6. What is the salary offered for the Project Staff positions?

The salary offered ranges from Rs. 20,000 + HRA to Rs. 58,000 + HRA per month, depending on the specific post and qualifications.

Q7. Are there any application fees for this recruitment?

No, there are no application fees mentioned for any category (General/OBC, SC/ST) for this recruitment.

Q8. What is the selection process for the CSIR IICT Project Staff recruitment?

The selection process primarily involves an Interview, and a Skill Test may be conducted if applicable.

Q9. Where is the walk-in interview scheduled to be held?

The walk-in interviews will be held at CSIR Indian Institute of Chemical Technology, Hyderabad, Telangana, 500007.

Q10. What documents should candidates carry for the walk-in interview?

Candidates must carry all original documents, self-attested photocopies of certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.

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