CSIR NEERI Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Project Associate & Scientist Posts @ neeri.res.in (Nagpur)

CSIR - NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING RESEARCH INSTITUTE (NEERI)

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & TOXICOLOGY DIVISION (EHTD)

(A Premier National Laboratory under Council of Scientific & Industrial Research - CSIR, Govt. of India)

Nehru Marg, Nagpur, Maharashtra – 440020, India

Official Notification Ref: RECRUIT_SD_8A_EHTD_11112026.pdf

RECRUITMENT FOR PROJECT ASSOCIATE-I/II & PROJECT STAFF POSITIONS

CSIR NEERI Nagpur Project Recruitment Notification 2026: CSIR - National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI), Nagpur, a constituent national laboratory under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, has published an official recruitment advertisement (Ref: 1794372303_RECRUIT_SD_8A_EHTD_11112026.pdf). This hiring drive is being conducted to fill temporary project positions of Project Associate-I, Project Associate-II, Senior Project Associate, and Project Assistant in the Environmental Health & Toxicology Division (EHTD) for sponsored research projects. Qualified candidates holding M.Sc. in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Toxicology, Life Sciences, or B.E./B.Tech in Environmental / Chemical Engineering from recognized universities in India are invited to submit their online/email application before the closing deadline.

1. RECRUITMENT OVERVIEW & KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Institute Name	CSIR - National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI)
Parent Council / Ministry	CSIR / Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India
Research Division	Environmental Health & Toxicology Division (EHTD)
Notification Document ID	1794372303_RECRUIT_SD_8A_EHTD_11112026.pdf
Positions Offered	Project Associate-I, Project Associate-II, Senior Project Associate, Project Assistant
Nature of Engagement	Contractual / Time-Bound Sponsored Research Project Basis
Monthly Emoluments / Stipend	Rs. 25,000/- to Rs. 42,000/- per month + Admissible HRA (As per DST/CSIR Norms)
Job Location	CSIR-NEERI Main Campus, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India
Application Mode	Online Portal Submission / Email Application to Division Head
Official Website	neeri.res.in / recruitment.neeri.res.in

2. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA & QUALIFICATIONS

Post Designation	Essential Educational Qualifications & DST/CSIR Criteria
Project Associate-I	Master's Degree (M.Sc.) in Environmental Science / Chemistry / Biochemistry / Toxicology / Biotechnology / Life Sciences OR B.E. / B.Tech in Environmental / Chemical Engineering from a recognized University in India. Candidates with valid CSIR-UGC NET (including LS) or GATE qualification will receive a higher stipend band (Rs. 31,000/- + HRA).
Project Associate-II	M.Sc. or B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline with minimum 02 years of hands-on research experience in environmental monitoring, health impact assessment, toxicity testing, or instrumental analysis (AAS/GC-MS/HPLC).
Senior Project Associate / Assistant	Ph.D. in relevant discipline OR M.Sc. with 04 years research experience for Senior Project Associate; B.Sc. / Diploma in Science/Engineering for Project Assistant posts.

3. AGE LIMIT & STIPEND BAND DETAILS

Stipend and age criteria are governed by CSIR / DST Guidelines for Project Staff Engagement:

• Upper Age Limit: Maximum 35 Years for Project Associate-I/II; 40 Years for Senior Project Associate; 50 Years for Project Assistant (relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC candidates).
• Monthly Stipend Structure:
  • Project Associate-I (NET/GATE Qualified): Rs. 31,000/- + HRA.
  • Project Associate-I (Non-NET/GATE): Rs. 25,000/- + HRA.
  • Project Associate-II (NET/GATE Qualified): Rs. 35,000/- + HRA.
  • Senior Project Associate: Rs. 42,000/- + HRA.

4. SELECTION PROCEDURE & APPLICATION GUIDELINES

Selection Procedure:

• Screening of online applications based on academic record, GATE/NET score, and relevant laboratory research experience.
• Personal / Online Virtual Interview conducted by the CSIR-NEERI Selection Committee.

Step-by-Step Application Guide:

• Download the official CSIR-NEERI notification PDF using the button below.
• Visit the recruitment portal recruitment.neeri.res.in under the active notices section.
• Fill out the prescribed application form and upload scanned copies of 10th, 12th, Graduation, and Post Graduation mark sheets, degree certificates, GATE/NET scorecards, and experience letters.
• Submit the application online before the closing date specified in the circular.

5. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

Q1: What is the official website for CSIR NEERI recruitment?
Ans: The official recruitment portal is recruitment.neeri.res.in.

Q2: Is NET or GATE mandatory for Project Associate-I posts at NEERI?
Ans: No, NET/GATE is not compulsory. Non-NET/GATE candidates are also eligible but receive a stipend of Rs. 25,000/- + HRA, while NET/GATE qualified candidates receive Rs. 31,000/- + HRA.

Q3: What is the job location for these positions?
Ans: Selected candidates will be posted at the Environmental Health & Toxicology Division (EHTD), CSIR-NEERI Main Campus in Nagpur, Maharashtra.

6. OFFICIAL CIRCULAR PDF & WEBSITE LINKS

Click the action buttons below to download the official CSIR-NEERI Notification PDF or visit the official portal:

📄 Download Official CSIR-NEERI EHTD Advt PDF

🌐 Visit Official CSIR-NEERI Website (neeri.res.in)