CSIR CEERI Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Walkin
CSIR Madras Complex is holding a walk-in interview on 12 November 2026 at 9.30 a.m. for 3 Project Associate-I (PAT-I) posts at the CSIR-CEERI Chennai Centre in Taramani. Each post belongs to a different research project: a diamond-based UV-C photo detector, X-ray CT baggage imaging for security, and an AI-enabled platform that checks the quality of essential oils. You can attend if you hold a B.E. or B.Tech. in Electronics, Instrumentation or Computer Science Engineering, and one post also accepts an M.Sc. Candidates who qualified CSIR-UGC NET or GATE get Rs. 31,000 a month plus HRA, and all others get Rs. 25,000 a month plus HRA.
CSIR Madras Complex Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | CSIR Madras Complex (Unit: CEERI) |
| Notification number | EE/04/2026 (No.EE/2/2(04)/2026-Rct) |
| Post | Project Associate-I (PAT-I) |
| Total vacancies | 3 |
| Stipend | Rs. 31,000 or Rs. 25,000 per month + HRA |
| Age limit | 35 years as on 12.11.2026 |
| How to apply | Walk-in interview with a filled-in application in the prescribed format |
| Notification date | 27.10.2026 |
| Walk-in date | 12.11.2026, 9.30 a.m. |
| Venue | CSIR Madras Complex, CSIR Road, CSIR Campus, Taramani, Chennai – 600113 |
The official notification does not specify an application fee.
About CSIR Madras Complex
CSIR Madras Complex is a campus of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research on CSIR Road, Taramani, Chennai. This recruitment is for its unit CEERI. The posts are at the CSIR-CEERI Chennai Centre in Taramani, and you can reach the office on 044-22544541, 044-22544524 or 044-22544528.
CSIR Madras Complex Project Associate-I Vacancy Details 2026
The notice advertises 3 Project Associate-I posts, one for each project.
| Project | Vacancies | Project title |
|---|---|---|
| FBR 010402 | 1 | Development of diamond-based photo detector array for solar blind (UV-C) imaging application (Diamond – UVC) |
| SSP 3182 | 1 | Development of Imaging Techniques for X-Ray CT baggage system for security Applications |
| MMP025304 | 1 | Artificial Intelligent enabled multi-sensory fusion platform for quality analysis of essential oils |
Stipend
All three posts pay the same stipend:
| Candidate | Stipend per month |
|---|---|
| Qualified CSIR-UGC NET / GATE | Rs. 31,000 + HRA |
| All others | Rs. 25,000 + HRA |
CSIR Madras Complex Project Associate-I Eligibility 2026
Age Limit
You must not be older than 35 years on 12 November 2026, the date of the walk-in interview. The upper age limit is relaxed as follows:
- SC, ST, PwBD and female candidates: up to 5 years
- OBC (non-creamy layer) candidates: 3 years
Project FBR 010402 (UV-C imaging)
- Essential: B.E. / B.Tech. in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering or Computer Science Engineering, or equivalent.
- Desirable: Hands-on exposure in electronic circuit/board integration.
- Job description: Work on developing the UVC imaging system.
Project SSP 3182 (X-ray CT baggage system)
- Essential: B.E./B.Tech. degree in CSE / ECE / E&I, or M.Sc. degree in Computer Science / Electronics, or equivalent, from a recognized University.
- Desirable: Knowledge of Digital Image Processing, Computer Graphics, GPU Computing, and programming in C++ and Python.
- Job description: Help the project team develop image processing, visualization and computational algorithms for X-ray (Computer Tomography) CT baggage scanning systems.
Project MMP025304 (Essential oil quality analyser)
- Essential: B.E. / B.Tech. in Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering or Computer Science Engineering, or equivalent.
- Desirable: Hands-on exposure in embedded systems and C coding.
- Job description: Work on developing the Essential Oil Quality Analyser, an embedded system.
Freshers can attend the interview only if they bring at least a Provisional Certificate or a consolidated mark sheet with their results. For the full eligibility for each post, see the official notification.
Selection Process
- Candidates are selected through a walk-in interview.
- Candidates may have to take a written test before the walk-in interview, if necessary.
- Candidates who arrive after 9.30 a.m. will not be allowed in. Those who come with incomplete particulars or information will also be turned away.
Service Conditions
- The appointment is initially for six months and is likely to be extended until the project ends.
- The tenure follows CSIR letter No. 5-1(342)/2017-PD dated 02.09.2024. Project staff are engaged on behalf of the sponsoring agency. The engagement is temporary and ends with the project or after 6 years, whichever comes first.
- The engagement does not give any right or claim, direct or indirect, to a permanent post in CSIR.
- Selected candidates will get hands-on training and exposure working on R&D projects in modern laboratories.
How to Apply for CSIR Madras Complex Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026
- Check that you meet the qualification and age limit for the project post you want.
- Fill in an application in the prescribed format.
- Stick a recent passport-size photograph on the application.
- Attend the interview on 12 November 2026 at 9.30 a.m. at CSIR Madras Complex, CSIR Road, CSIR Campus, Taramani, Chennai – 600113.
Documents to Carry
- The filled-in application with your photograph
- Original certificates and testimonials, with attested copies, as proof of qualification, age and community (SC/ST/OBC)
- For freshers: at least the Provisional Certificate or consolidated mark sheet
- NET / GATE certificate, if you are claiming the higher stipend
How to Reach the Venue
- The CSIR Campus is about 4 km from the Adyar Canal Corner / Madhya Kailash Temple / CLRI / Regional Labour Institute bus stop and about 1 km from Thiruvanmiyur Railway Station (MRTS).
- Bus route 5C runs from Parrys / Madras Central Railway Station. The landmark is opposite ASCENDAS IT Park.
No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview. If candidates are found at any stage not to meet the eligibility criteria, their candidature will be cancelled without any reason being given. Interim enquiries will not be answered, and canvassing in any form will disqualify a candidate. The Council's decision in all matters is final.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 27.10.2026 |
| Walk-in interview | 12.11.2026 at 9.30 a.m. |
| Date for calculating age | 12.11.2026 |
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official notification (PDF) | CSIR Madras Complex CEERI walk-in notification (PDF) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the CSIR Madras Complex walk-in interview?
It is on 12 November 2026 at 9.30 a.m. at CSIR Madras Complex, CSIR Road, CSIR Campus, Taramani, Chennai – 600113. Late arrivals will not be allowed in.
Can M.Sc. candidates apply?
Yes, but only for Project SSP 3182 (X-ray CT baggage system). That post accepts an M.Sc. in Computer Science / Electronics. The other two posts need a B.E. / B.Tech.
Who gets the Rs. 31,000 stipend?
Candidates who qualified CSIR-UGC NET or GATE get Rs. 31,000 per month plus HRA. Everyone else gets Rs. 25,000 per month plus HRA.
Can final-year students or freshers attend?
Freshers can attend only if they produce at least a Provisional Certificate or a consolidated mark sheet with their results.
How much age relaxation is allowed?
SC, ST, PwBD and female candidates get up to 5 years of relaxation on the 35-year limit, and OBC (non-creamy layer) candidates get 3 years.
Will there be a written test?
Candidates may have to take a written test before the walk-in interview, if necessary.
How long is the appointment?
It is initially for six months and is likely to be extended until the project ends. It is temporary and ends with the project or after 6 years, whichever is earlier.
Is travel allowance paid for attending the interview?
No. The notice says no TA/DA will be paid for attending the walk-in interview.
What skills are preferred for the essential oil project post?
For Project MMP025304, hands-on exposure in embedded systems and C coding is desirable. The work is on the Essential Oil Quality Analyser.