CSIR-HRDG Recruitment 2026: Project Scientist-II, Project Scientist-I, Principal Project Associate & Senior Project Associate Walk-in Details
If you hold a Master’s, Ph.D. or an engineering degree with research experience, this is a good chance to work with a national science body. CSIR-Human Resource Development Group (CSIR-HRDG) has invited walk-in candidates for 5 posts under the CSIR Jigyasa project: Project Scientist-II, Project Scientist-I, Principal Project Associate and Senior Project Associate. The monthly pay runs from Rs 42,000 to Rs 67,000 + HRA, and the posting is in Pusa, New Delhi.
There is no online form and no application fee mentioned. You simply report in person on 30 November 2026, between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM, with your filled form and documents. Read this guide fully so that you do not miss any rule. GovtJobsAlert.in will keep you posted on more post graduate government jobs.
CSIR-HRDG Walk-in Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights
CSIR-HRDG is the arm of CSIR that builds the country’s scientific and technical human resource. The Jigyasa project connects school students and teachers with CSIR laboratories. These posts are for the project “CSIR Jigyasa: Bridging scientists and school students for R&D Outreach and Innovation”. The work is purely temporary and on contract.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | CSIR-Human Resource Development Group (CSIR-HRDG) |
| Advertisement No. | HRDG/JIGYASA/01/2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 11 November 2026 |
| Posts | Project Scientist-II, Project Scientist-I, Principal Project Associate, Senior Project Associate |
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Monthly Pay | Rs 42,000 to Rs 67,000 + HRA |
| Job Location | CSIR-HRDG, Pusa, New Delhi |
| Mode | Walk-in interview (offline) |
| Walk-in Date | 30 November 2026 |
How Many Vacancies Are There in CSIR-HRDG Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Post Code | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Project Scientist-II (P.S-II) | JP001 | 1 |
| Project Scientist-I (P.S-I) | JP002 | 1 |
| Principal Project Associate | JP003 | 1 |
| Senior Project Associate | JP004 | 2 |
| Total | 5 |
The notification gives no category-wise split. It also says the number of positions may increase or decrease.
What Is the Eligibility for CSIR-HRDG Recruitment 2026?
Only Indian nationals can apply. Experience is counted from the date you got the essential qualification. Thesis or dissertation work does not count, and time spent on a higher degree is not added as experience.
| Post | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist-II | Doctoral Degree in Science, OR Master’s / Integrated Master’s in Engineering or Technology, and 5 years of relevant R&D experience |
| Project Scientist-I | Doctoral Degree in Science, OR Master’s / Integrated Master’s in Engineering or Technology, and 4 years of relevant R&D experience |
| Principal Project Associate (option i) | Master’s / Integrated Master’s in Natural, Agricultural or Pharmaceutical Sciences / MVSc / Animal Sciences, OR Bachelor’s in Engineering, Technology or Medicine, and 6 years of R&D experience |
| Principal Project Associate (option ii) | Master’s / Integrated Master’s in Engineering or Technology, OR Doctoral Degree in Science / Engineering / Technology / Pharma / MD / MS, and 3 years of R&D experience |
| Senior Project Associate (option i) | Master’s / Integrated Master’s in Natural, Agricultural or Pharmaceutical Sciences / MVSc / Animal Sciences, OR Bachelor’s in Engineering, Technology or Medicine, and 3 years of R&D experience |
| Senior Project Associate (option ii) | Master’s / Integrated Master’s in Engineering or Technology, OR Doctoral Degree in Science / Pharma / MD / MS (no experience stated) |
The R&D experience must be in industrial or academic institutions, science and technology organisations, or scientific activities and services. Degrees must be from a recognised university or equivalent.
Who is not eligible: where a Ph.D. is the essential qualification, Ph.D. (Submitted) candidates cannot apply. Final semester and result-awaited candidates are also not eligible. You need at least a provisional certificate with the result declared.
Desirable experience (not compulsory) includes project management, organising student events, policy and RDI work, data analysis, report writing, basic coding, vendor management, graphic designing and science communication.
What Is the Age Limit for CSIR-HRDG Recruitment 2026?
Age is counted on the date of interview (30 November 2026).
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist-II | 40 years |
| Project Scientist-I | 35 years |
| Principal Project Associate | 40 years |
| Senior Project Associate | 40 years |
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PWD / Women | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
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What Is the Salary for CSIR-HRDG Project Posts 2026?
| Post | Monthly Pay |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist-II | Rs 67,000 + HRA |
| Project Scientist-I | Rs 56,000 + HRA |
| Principal Project Associate | Rs 49,000 + HRA |
| Senior Project Associate | Rs 42,000 + HRA |
For Project Scientist-II and Project Scientist-I, pay rises by 5% for every 2 years of experience in the same project. HRA is given as per the rules of the sponsoring agency. No TA is paid for attending the interview, and staff arrange their own accommodation during the tenure.
Nature of Job and Contract Terms
| Post | Main Work |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist-II | Help coordinate the project; plan, execute and manage Jigyasa activities end to end |
| Project Scientist-I | Event management, student competitions and outreach, Virtual Lab coordination, policy work |
| Principal Project Associate | Project reports, newsletter coordination, data and impact analysis, science communication |
| Senior Project Associate | Manage Virtual Lab IT, online promotion, design newsletters and posters, data analysis |
The job is on contract, initially up to 31 March 2027, and can run at most until 31 March 2031, as long as the project continues. Extension beyond March 2027 depends on a Review Committee. Staff who earlier worked on CSIR contract R&D projects cannot go beyond six years in total. Either side can end the engagement with one month’s notice, and there is no claim to a permanent post.
What Is the Selection Process for CSIR-HRDG Walk-in 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Reporting | CSIR-HRDG Pusa Reception Desk, 30 November 2026, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM |
| Selection basis | Academic records and/or interview |
| Verification | Originals checked and returned the same day |
Do not be late. Candidates are not entertained after 11:00 AM. If many candidates come, the interview may continue the next day, so plan your stay. Canvassing or bringing influence, political or otherwise, is treated as disqualification. Meeting the minimum qualification does not give any right to selection.
How to Apply for CSIR-HRDG Recruitment 2026 Walk-in Interview?
This is an offline walk-in, so there is nothing to submit online. The application form is printed in the advertisement PDF (pages 7 to 11); the download link is in Essential Links below.
- Download the advertisement PDF and print the application form.
- Fill it in BLOCK or CAPITAL letters, paste a recent passport-size colour photograph and sign across it.
- Attach one set of self-attested copies of education, age, category (SC/ST/OBC/PWD) and experience certificates, one passport-size photograph and biodata.
- Carry all originals for verification, and up to ten of your best publications or works (hard copy) or audio-video content on a pen drive.
- Reach CSIR HRDG, CSIR Complex, Library Avenue, Pusa, New Delhi-110012 on 30 November 2026 before 11:00 AM and report at the Reception Desk.
An incomplete application will be rejected, so check every column, including the undertaking at the end. By signing it you declare that every statement is true and that you have never been convicted by a court. If any detail is found wrong, even after you join, your candidature or engagement can be cancelled. Also read our Delhi government jobs page for similar openings.
What Are the Important Dates for CSIR-HRDG Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 11 November 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview | 30 November 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM |
Who Should Apply and What to Do Next
This walk-in suits researchers, young scientists and science communicators who enjoy outreach work with school students. Compare your degree and years of experience with the post-wise table above first. A Master’s degree alone is not enough for the Scientist posts or the Principal Associate post, because each needs years of proven R&D work. Write the post you apply for in the “Applied for the position of” box on the form. Keep proof of your experience ready, since your years are counted only after your essential degree. Reach Pusa early, as the desk closes at 11:00 AM.
Is There an Application Fee for CSIR-HRDG Walk-in 2026?
The advertisement mentions no application fee for the walk-in interview.
CSIR-HRDG Walk-in 2026: Essential Links
- Download CSIR-HRDG Jigyasa Project Walk-in Advertisement PDF (HRDG/JIGYASA/01/2026)
- Visit CSIR-HRDG Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you meet the eligibility, do not wait. Keep your certificates ready, reach Pusa early on 30 November 2026, and carry every original. For more openings, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.