CSIR-IMMT invites applications for 56 Project Assistant & Associate vacancies. Eligibility varies by post. Last Date: May 21, 2026. Apply online at rects.immt.res.in for research roles.
CSIR – Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT), Bhubaneswar, has released an official notification (Advertisement No. – PME/P83/2026) inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens for a total of 56 temporary project positions. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking research-oriented roles in various scientific and engineering disciplines. The recruitment drive includes posts like Project Assistant – II, Project Associate – I, Project Associate – II, and Senior Project Associate across multiple projects.
Interested and eligible candidates must apply online by May 21, 2026. The selection process will primarily involve shortlisting based on online applications, followed by a walk-in interview scheduled from June 2 to June 5, 2026. Read on for a detailed breakdown of vacancies, eligibility, application process, and important dates.
Quick Overview
| Organization | CSIR – Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | PME/P83/2026 |
| Post Names | Project Assistant – II, Project Associate – I, Project Associate – II, Senior Project Associate |
| Total Vacancies | 56 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Last Date | May 21, 2026 (Up to 05:00 PM) |
| Interview Dates | June 02 – 05, 2026 (Walk-in Interview) |
| Job Location | Bhubaneswar |
| Official Website | rects.immt.res.in (for application) / www.immt.res.in (for updates) |
Vacancy Details
A total of 56 positions are available across different project categories and post types. The vacancies are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project duration.
| Post Code | Post Name | No. of Posts | Monthly Emoluments (In Rs.) | Sponsoring Agency | Project Duration Upto |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8301 | Project Assistant – II (PA – II) | 01 | 20,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8302 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8303 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 31,000/- + HRA @20% (for NET/GATE qualified) OR 25,000/- + HRA @20% (for others) | IGSTC India | 30.08.2027 |
| 8304 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | Ministry of Mines | 30.06.2027 |
| 8305 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8306 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8307 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8308 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CMPDIL | 31.12.2026 |
| 8309 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8310 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 03 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8311 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 37,000/- + HRA @20% | ANRF | 27.03.2029 |
| 8312 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8313 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | Innovation Management Directorate, CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8314 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | Innovation Management Directorate, CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8315 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8316 | Project Associate – II (PAT – II) | 01 | 28,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8317 | Project Associate – II (PAT – II) | 01 | 28,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8318 | Senior Project Associate (S – PAT) | 01 | 42,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8319 | Senior Project Associate (S – PAT) | 01 | 42,000/- + HRA @20% | Innovation Management Directorate, CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8320 | Senior Project Associate (S – PAT) | 01 | 42,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8321 | Senior Project Associate (S – PAT) | 01 | 42,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8322 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | Innovation Management Directorate, CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8323 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | Innovation Management Directorate, CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8324 | Senior Project Associate (S – PAT) | 01 | 42,000/- + HRA @20% | Odisha Mining Corporation Ltd. | 15.04.2029 |
| 8325 | Senior Project Associate (S – PAT) | 01 | 42,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8326 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | M/s Tata Steel Ltd. | 15.01.2027 |
| 8327 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8328 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8329 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8330 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8331 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8332 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | Innovation Management Directorate, CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8333 | Project Associate – II (PAT – II) | 01 | 28,000/- + HRA @20% | Odisha Mining Corporation Ltd. | 15.04.2029 |
| 8334 | Project Associate – II (PAT – II) | 01 | 28,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8335 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8336 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8337 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8338 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8339 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 31,000/- + HRA @20% (for NET/GATE qualified) OR 25,000/- + HRA @20% (for others) | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8340 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 31,000/- + HRA @20% (for NET/GATE qualified) OR 25,000/- + HRA @20% (for others) | Steel research and technology mission of India. | 14.12.2027 |
| 8341 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CMPDIL | 31.12.2026 |
| 8342 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8343 | Project Associate – II (PAT – II) | 01 | 28,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2029 |
| 8344 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8345 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8346 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8347 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8348 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8349 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 25,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2029 |
| 8350 | Project Associate – II (PAT – II) | 01 | 35,000/- + HRA @20% (for NET/GATE qualified) OR 28,000/- + HRA @20% (for others) | CSIR | 31.03.2027 |
| 8351 | Project Assistant – II (PA – II) | 01 | 20,000/- + HRA @20% | CSIR | 31.03.2030 |
| 8352 | Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 01 | 31,000/- + HRA @20% (for NET/GATE qualified) OR 25,000/- + HRA @20% (for others) | Innovation Management Directorate, CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8353 | Project Associate – II (PAT – II) | 01 | 35,000/- + HRA @20% (for NET/GATE qualified) OR 28,000/- + HRA @20% (for others) | Innovation Management Directorate, CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8354 | Senior Project Associate (S – PAT) | 01 | 42,000/- + HRA @20% | Innovation Management Directorate, CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
| 8355 | Senior Project Associate (S – PAT) | 01 | 42,000/- + HRA @20% | Innovation Management Directorate, CSIR | 31.03.2028 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must ensure they meet the specific eligibility criteria for each post code before applying. The age limit, essential qualification, and experience will be determined as of the last date of online application submission (May 21, 2026).
Educational Qualification
- Project Assistant – II (PA – II):
– Post Code 8301: B.Sc. in Chemistry.
– Post Code 8351: B.Sc. in Computer Science. - Project Associate – I (PAT – I):
– M.Sc. in Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Material Science / Physics / Geology / Nanoscience, OR
– B.E./B.Tech. in Metallurgical Engineering / Materials Engineering / Chemical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering.
– For some posts (e.g., 8303, 8339, 8340, 8352), candidates with CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship/assistant professorship) or GATE qualification, or qualified national level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments (DBT/DST or equivalent) will receive higher emoluments. - Project Associate – II (PAT – II):
– M.Sc. in Chemistry / Material Science / Microbiology / Biotechnology with 2 years of relevant experience in research and development in industrial/academic institutions or S&T organizations, OR
– B.E./B.Tech. in Metallurgy / Mineral Engineering / Chemical Engineering with 2 years of relevant experience in research and development in industrial/academic institutions or S&T organizations. OR M.E./M.Tech. in Metallurgical Engineering.
– For some posts (e.g., 8350, 8353), candidates with CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship/assistant professorship) or GATE qualification, or qualified national level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments (DBT/DST or equivalent) will receive higher emoluments. - Senior Project Associate (S – PAT):
– M.Sc. in Chemistry / Material Science / Physics / Geology / Nanoscience / M.E./M.Tech. in Mechanical/Mineral/Chemical/Metallurgical Engineering with 3 years of relevant experience in research and development in industrial/academic institutions or S&T organizations, OR
– PhD in Chemistry / Material Science / Physics / Ore Geology / Mechanical / Mineral / Chemical / Metallurgical Engineering with 2 years of relevant experience in research and development in industrial/academic institutions or S&T organizations.
Age Limit
| Post Name | Maximum Age (as on 21.05.2026) |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant – II (PA – II) | 35 years |
| Project Associate – I (PAT – I) | 35 years (Except Post Code 8311: 50 years) |
| Project Associate – II (PAT – II) | 35 years |
| Senior Project Associate (S – PAT) | 40 years |
Age Relaxation: Relaxation in the upper age limit for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates will be 05 years, and for OBC candidates, it will be 03 years, as per Government of India instructions.
Experience
Specific experience requirements are mentioned for Project Associate – II and Senior Project Associate positions, typically ranging from 2 to 3 years in relevant research and development activities in industrial/academic institutions or S&T organizations. Desirable qualifications or job requirements are also specified for each post, including knowledge in specific techniques, materials, or processes.
Application Fee
The official notification does not mention any application fee for these positions. Candidates are advised to check the online application portal for any fee details, if applicable.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | May 06, 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | May 21, 2026 (Up to 05:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Queries (Email) | May 20, 2026 (Up to 04:00 PM) |
| Interview Date (Batch 1: Post Codes 8301-8321, 8328, 8329, 8331, 8322-8325, 8351) | June 02, 2026 (Reporting: 09:00 AM to 10:30 AM) |
| Interview Date (Batch 2: Post Codes 8301-8321, 8328, 8329, 8331, 8335, 8336, 8354, 8326, 8327, 8330, 8332-8334, 8352, 8353, 8355, 8337-8343) | June 03, 2026 (Reporting: 09:00 AM to 10:30 AM) |
| Interview Date (Batch 3: Post Codes 8301-8321, 8328, 8329, 8331, 8326, 8327, 8330, 8332-8334, 8352, 8353, 8355, 8337-8349) | June 04, 2026 (Reporting: 09:00 AM to 10:30 AM) |
| Interview Date (Batch 4: Post Codes 8326, 8327, 8330, 8332-8334, 8352, 8353, 8355, 8337-8350) | June 05, 2026 (Reporting: 09:00 AM to 10:30 AM) |
Selection Process
The selection process for CSIR-IMMT Project Positions involves the following stages:
- Online Application: Candidates must register and apply online through the specified portal.
- Shortlisting: Applications will be screened, and candidates will be shortlisted based on the eligibility criteria and desirable qualifications. Mere fulfillment of essential qualifications does not guarantee an interview call.
- Walk-in Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a walk-in interview at CSIR – IMMT, Bhubaneswar, on the specified dates. No separate interview call letters will be issued.
- Document Verification: Original documents will be verified at the time of the interview.
- Final Selection: The selection committee will recommend candidates for final selection based on their performance in the interview and verification of documents.
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply for the CSIR-IMMT Project Positions:
- Review Advertisement: Carefully read the detailed advertisement to understand eligibility criteria and other conditions.
- Online Registration: Visit the online application portal at rects.immt.res.in.
- One-Time Registration: Complete the one-time registration process.
- Fill Online Application: Log in and fill out the online application form with all required details.
- Submit Application: Submit the application form online before the last date.
- Take Printout: After successful submission, take a printout of the completed online application form. This printout is mandatory for the interview.
- Prepare Documents: Gather all necessary original documents and their self-attested photocopies for the interview.
- Attend Interview: Shortlisted candidates must report to CSIR – IMMT, Bhubaneswar, on their respective interview dates with all required documents.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Application & Registration | rects.immt.res.in |
| Official Website | www.immt.res.in |
| Email for Queries | rects.immt@csir.res.in |
Job Profile & Career Scope
Working as a Project Assistant or Project Associate at CSIR-IMMT offers a dynamic and enriching experience in a premier research institution. These positions are temporary but provide invaluable exposure to cutting-edge research projects sponsored by CSIR, various government agencies, and industries.
- Job Profile: Depending on the project, roles typically involve conducting experiments, data analysis, literature review, report writing, operating specialized equipment, and assisting senior researchers. The work environment fosters scientific inquiry and problem-solving.
- Career Scope: These project positions serve as an excellent stepping stone for a career in research and development. Candidates gain practical experience, develop specialized skills, and build a professional network. Many successful project staff transition to permanent research positions, pursue higher education (Ph.D.), or join industrial R&D departments. The experience at a CSIR lab is highly valued in both academic and industrial sectors.
Preparation Tips
Since the selection is primarily through a walk-in interview, preparation should focus on showcasing your technical knowledge, research aptitude, and communication skills.
Technical Preparation
- Revise Core Concepts: Thoroughly revise your undergraduate/postgraduate subjects relevant to your qualification (Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Engineering, etc.).
- Understand Project Titles: For each post code you apply for, carefully read and understand the project title and job requirements. Be prepared to discuss the scientific background, methodology, and potential outcomes of the project.
- Research CSIR-IMMT: Familiarize yourself with CSIR-IMMT’s research areas, ongoing projects, and recent publications. This shows genuine interest.
- Prepare for Desirable Qualifications: If you have experience in the desirable qualifications (e.g., specific analytical techniques, software, or lab work), be ready to explain your involvement and expertise.
Interview Preparation
- Practice Communication: Clearly articulate your thoughts, research experience, and career aspirations. Practice answering common interview questions like “Tell me about yourself,” “Why this project?” and “What are your strengths and weaknesses?”
- Document Organization: Ensure all your original documents and their photocopies are well-organized and easily accessible for verification.
- Dress Code: Maintain a professional appearance for the interview.
- Time Management: Arrive at the interview venue well in advance of the reporting time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the last date to apply for CSIR-IMMT Recruitment 2026?
The last date for submitting online applications for CSIR-IMMT Project Positions is May 21, 2026, by 05:00 PM.
Q2: How many vacancies are available in this recruitment drive?
There are a total of 56 project positions available across various categories: Project Assistant – II, Project Associate – I, Project Associate – II, and Senior Project Associate.
Q3: Is there an application fee for these posts?
The official notification does not specify an application fee. Candidates should check the online application portal at rects.immt.res.in for any fee details.
Q4: What is the selection process for these project positions?
The selection process involves online application, shortlisting of candidates, and a subsequent walk-in interview at CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar, followed by document verification.
Q5: Can candidates apply for more than one post code?
Yes, candidates who wish to apply for more than one post need to apply separately for each post code.
Q6: Will I receive an admit card or call letter for the interview?
No, separate interview call letters will not be issued. Shortlisted candidates will be informed through the CSIR-IMMT website, and they are required to appear for the walk-in interview on the scheduled dates.
Q7: What documents are required for the interview?
Candidates must bring the printout of their online application form, original ID proof, all original mark sheets and certificates (10th standard onwards), Category/EWS Certificate (if applicable), No Objection Certificate (if currently employed), and Experience Certificate (if applicable).
Q8: Are the project positions permanent?
No, all positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the duration of the respective project or a maximum engagement period of 6 years (or 7 years for non-CSIR funded projects), whichever is earlier. They do not provide any right or claim for regularization for a permanent CSIR post.
Q9: What is the maximum age limit for these positions?
The maximum age limit is generally 35 years for Project Assistant/Associate-I and Project Associate-II, and 40 years for Senior Project Associate. However, for Post Code 8311 (Project Associate – I), the age limit is 50 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.
Q10: What if my result is awaiting for the essential qualification?
Candidates whose results are awaiting for the essential qualification are not eligible to apply.
