CSIR-National Metallurgical Laboratory Madras Centre (CSIR-NML) has officially announced a Walk-in Interview for the recruitment of 34 Project Staff Posts. This walk-in drive offers a great opportunity for candidates looking for research jobs. Candidates with M.Tech, B.Tech, M.Sc, B.Sc, Diploma, ITI qualification can directly attend the interview on .

Candidates are advised to reach the walk-in venue on time with all original documents, self-attested photocopies, and recent passport-size photographs. In this article, you will find complete details about Project Staff Walk-in Recruitment 2026, including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, salary, walk-in schedule, venue address, and important links.

CSIR-NML Recruitment 2026 - Overview

CSIR-NML Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

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

CSIR-NML Vacancy Details 2026

Eligibility Criteria

• Project Associate-II (PAT-II): M. Tech in Metallurgical & Materials Engineering Or B. Tech in Metallurgical & Materials Engineering and 2 years experience in R&D in Industrial and Academic Institutions or S&T Organisations and Scientific activities and services.
• Senior - PAT: M. Tech in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering Or B. Tech in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering and 3 years experience in R&D in Industrial and Academic Institutions or S&T Organisations and Scientific activities and services.
• Project Assistant-II (PA-II): B.Sc. in Chemistry
• Project Associate-I (PAT-1): M.Sc. in Chemistry Or B. Tech in Chemical/ Metallurgical Engineering
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): M.Sc. in Chemistry
• Project Associate-II (PAT-II): M. Tech in Chemical/ Metallurgical Engineering Or B. Tech in Chemical/ Metallurgical Engineering and 2 experience in R&D in Industrial and Academic Institutions or S&T Organisations and Scientific activities and services.
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): M.Sc. in Chemistry/Physics, Material Sciences Or B. Tech. in Chemical/Electrochemical Engineering or Technology
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): M.Sc. in Chemistry
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): M.Sc. in Chemistry
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): M.Sc. in Chemistry Or B.E/B. Tech in Chemical/Metallurgy/ Materials Science & Engineering
• Project Associate-II (PAT-II): M. Tech in Mechanical Engineering Or B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering and 2 experience in R&D in Industrial and Academic Institutions or S&T Organisations and Scientific activities and services.
• Project Assistant II (PA-II): 3 Years Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering
• Project Assistant - II (PA-II): 3 years Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering
• Project Assistant - II (PA-II): B.Sc. in Information Technology/ Computer Science
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): B. Tech in Electrical/Electronics/ Electronics and Communication Engineering
• Project Assistant – II (PA-II): 3 years Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): B. Tech in Materials and Metallurgical/ Metallurgical/ Mechanical/ Materials Engineering
• Project Assistant - I (PA-I): SSC/ 10th Plus ITI in Ceramic Trade
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): M.Sc. in Chemistry
• Project Assistant - II (PA-II): B.Sc. in Chemistry
• Project Assistant – II (PA-II): B.Sc. in Chemistry Or 3 Years Diploma in Metallurgical/ Chemical Engineering
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): M.Sc. in Chemistry Or B.E/ B. Tech in Metallurgy/Chemical Engineering
• Project Assistant - II (PA-II): B.Sc. in Chemistry Or 3 Years Diploma in Metallurgical/ Chemical Engineering
• Project Assistant - II (PA-II): B.Sc. in Geology/Chemistry
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): M.Sc. in Chemistry Or B. Tech in Chemical/Mineral/ Metallurgy/Mechanical Engineering

Application Fee

Age Limit

• Project Assistant-I (PA-I): Maximum Age: 35 Years (Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 05 years, OBC: 03 years)
• Project Assistant-II (PA-II): Maximum Age: 35 Years (Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 05 years, OBC: 03 years)
• Project Associate-I (PAT-I): Maximum Age: 35 Years (Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 05 years, OBC: 03 years)
• Project Associate-II (PAT-II): Maximum Age: 35 Years (Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 05 years, OBC: 03 years)
• Senior-PAT: Maximum Age: 40 Years (Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 05 years, OBC: 03 years)

Salary / Stipend

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Walk-in Interview/Test
• Shortlisting based on written test or other criteria if number of candidates is high

Walk-In Procedure

Candidates who wish to attend the walk-in interview for CSIR-NML Various Posts Recruitment 2026 should follow the steps below.

• 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-NML Recruitment 2026 - Important Links