CSIR NIO Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026: Apply online for 2 posts.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following educational and age requirements:

• Educational Qualification: M.Sc. in Geology / Applied Geology / Earth Sciences with a valid NET or GATE qualification. In the absence of suitable NET/GATE candidates, non-NET/GATE candidates may be considered with a consolidated emolument of Rs. 25,000/- + HRA as per Government of India rules.
• Age Limit: The maximum age limit is 35 years. Age relaxation will be provided for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per government norms.

Salary and Benefits

Selected candidates will be offered an attractive monthly salary and other benefits:

• Salary: Rs. 31,000/- per month.
• Benefits: Selected candidates will gain valuable experience in oceanographic research, work in a prestigious CSIR laboratory, and have opportunities for career growth in the scientific domain.

Selection Process

The selection process will be based on the screening of applications and an interview, as per CSIR norms.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official website of CSIR NIO at nio.res.in .
2. Carefully read the official notification PDF to understand all the details.
3. Fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact information.
4. Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, including photograph, signature, and certificates, in the prescribed format.
5. Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
6. Review all the entered details before final submission.
7. Submit the application form and download/print a copy for future reference.