CSIR IICB Project Staff Recruitment 2026: Kolkata Walk-in for Project Associate-I, Senior Project Associate and Project Scientist-I
CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology (CSIR-IICB), Kolkata has announced a walk-in interview for around 16 project positions: Project Associate-I, Senior Project Associate and Project Scientist-I. There is no online form to fill and no long wait. You simply reach the Jadavpur campus on 14 October 2026 with your filled form and documents. Pay goes from ₹25,000 + HRA for a Project Associate-I up to ₹56,000 + 30% HRA for the Project Scientist-I post. If you have been looking for central government jobs in a research lab, this one deserves your attention.
The advertisement (No. R&C/591/2026, dated 8 October 2026) is open to M.Sc., M.Tech, B.E./B.Tech, MBBS, B.Pharm, MVSc and Ph.D. holders, but every vacancy code asks for something different. Only 16 codes, one seat each, so the code you pick matters. This article walks you through each code, the age limit, pay, the documents and the walk-in day itself. Read it fully before you travel. Information is put together by GovtJobsAlert.in from the official advertisement and application form.
CSIR IICB Project Staff Recruitment 2026 – Key Highlights
CSIR-IICB is a national laboratory of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research in Kolkata, working on chemical biology, disease biology and drug research. These posts are temporary project positions, mostly under the project “Chemical Biology Approaches to Understand Disease Biology, Diagnostics and Therapeutics” (MLP002620). One Project Associate-I seat (code 5912606) is under a separate project on a nanobiocomposite hemostatic scaffold (FTT070601).
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Kolkata |
| Advertisement No. | R&C/591/2026 dated 08.10.2026 |
| Posts | Project Associate-I, Senior Project Associate, Project Scientist-I |
| Total Vacancies | Around 16 (may increase or decrease) |
| Mode | Walk-in interview |
| Walk-in Date | 14 October 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Reporting Time | 08:45 AM (gate closes 10:00 AM) |
| Venue | CSIR-IICB, 4, Raja S.C. Mullick Road, Jadavpur, Kolkata – 700032 |
| Pay | ₹25,000 + HRA to ₹56,000 + 30% HRA per month |
How Many Vacancies are in CSIR IICB Project Staff Recruitment 2026?
The advertisement says “around 16” and adds that the number may increase or decrease. Each vacancy code carries exactly one seat.
| Post | Vacancy Codes | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | 5912602, 5912603, 5912605, 5912606, 5912607, 5912614, 5912615, 5912617 | 8 |
| Senior Project Associate | 5912604, 5912608, 5912609, 5912610, 5912611, 5912612, 5912613 | 7 |
| Project Scientist-I | 5912616 | 1 |
| Total | 16 codes | 16 |
No category-wise reservation split is printed in the advertisement.
How should you choose? Start from your degree, not from the post name. Find every code whose essential qualification you fully meet, then check the desirable skills to see where your project or thesis work fits best. A Microbiology M.Sc. with GATE, for example, may fit five or more Project Associate-I codes. Since there is only one seat per code, applying for all the codes you genuinely qualify for improves your chances.
What is the Eligibility for CSIR IICB Project Associate-I, Senior Project Associate and Project Scientist-I 2026?
Essential Qualification (Code-wise)
| Code | Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 5912602 | Project Associate-I | M.Sc. in any branch of Life Science |
| 5912603 | Project Associate-I | M.Sc. or M.Tech in any field of Biological Sciences (Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Zoology etc.) |
| 5912605 | Project Associate-I | M.Sc. in Human Physiology, Zoology, Botany, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Life Science or Biotechnology; or B.Tech (Biotechnology), MBBS, B.Pharm |
| 5912607 | Project Associate-I | B.E. / B.Tech in IT / CSE |
| 5912614 | Project Associate-I | Masters / Integrated Masters in Natural, Agricultural or Pharmaceutical Sciences / MVSc / Animal Sciences; OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology or Medicine from a recognized University |
| 5912615 | Project Associate-I | Master’s degree in Veterinary Science (MVSc) |
| 5912617 | Project Associate-I | M.Sc. in Chemistry or Life Sciences |
| 5912606 | Project Associate-I | M.Sc. in Microbiology with NET/GATE qualification |
| 5912604 | Senior Project Associate | M.Sc. in Life Science (Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry etc.) with 2 years of research experience |
| 5912608 | Senior Project Associate | Doctoral Degree in Science, Pharma, MD or MS from a recognised University or equivalent and 2 years R&D experience |
| 5912609 | Senior Project Associate | Doctoral Degree in Science, Pharma, MD or MS or equivalent and 2 years R&D experience |
| 5912610 | Senior Project Associate | Doctoral Degree in Science, Pharma, MD or MS or equivalent and 2 years R&D experience |
| 5912611 | Senior Project Associate | Doctoral Degree in Science, Pharma, MD or MS or equivalent and 2 years R&D experience |
| 5912612 | Senior Project Associate | Master’s / Integrated Master’s in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent; Doctoral Degree in Science, Pharma, MD or MS or equivalent and 2 years R&D experience (both lines printed in the cell) |
| 5912613 | Senior Project Associate | Doctoral Degree in Science, Pharma, MD or MS or equivalent and 2 years R&D experience |
| 5912616 | Project Scientist-I | Doctoral Degree in Science, or Masters / Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent, and 4 years’ R&D experience |
Here “R&D experience” means experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organisations and Scientific activities and services. For code 5912612 the advertisement prints both lines without an “or” between them, so read that cell in the official PDF yourself before you decide. Many of these are post graduate government jobs, but codes 5912605, 5912607 and 5912614 also accept bachelor’s degrees.
Desirable Experience (Code-wise)
Desirable skills are not compulsory, but they show what the interview panel will look for.
| Code | Desirable Experience |
|---|---|
| 5912602 | Cell culture – mammalian cells, parasites or bacteria |
| 5912603 | At least two months of project work; molecular biology techniques; eukaryotic transcriptional regulation |
| 5912605 | Cell culture, qPCR, basic virological / microbiological techniques |
| 5912607 | IT systems and network administration; 2 years of relevant experience is an added advantage |
| 5912614 | Graphics and content creation for annual report and magazines, statistical software |
| 5912615 | Not specified |
| 5912617 | Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Python or other programming for project administration and data work |
| 5912606 | Nanoparticle synthesis, characterization, cell culture assay |
| 5912604 | Neuroscience – immunohistochemistry, confocal microscopy, neurobehavioural testing |
| 5912608 | GLP-based quality systems, audits, QA documentation, test item management |
| 5912609 | Analytical and bioanalytical techniques – HPLC/UPLC, LC-MS/MS, PK/TK sample analysis |
| 5912610 | Preclinical pathology, haematology, clinical biochemistry, histopathology |
| 5912611 | Preclinical toxicology and DMPK, animal handling, PK/TK studies; GLP facility experience, QA and regulatory compliance highly desirable |
| 5912612 | IT infrastructure, data integrity, Computerized System Validation, cybersecurity |
| 5912613 | Genetic toxicology – Ames, micronucleus, chromosomal aberration, comet assays |
| 5912616 | Mammalian cell culture, patient cell handling, cancer biology, cloning, data handling |
Age Limit
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | 35 years |
| Senior Project Associate | 40 years |
| Project Scientist-I | 35 years |
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC, ST, PwBD and Women | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
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Age and qualifications are counted as on the date of interview, which is 14 October 2026. Relaxation is given as per CSIR guidelines.
Important: candidates who are in the final semester or whose results are awaited will not be eligible for these positions. Your degree must be complete, with the final mark sheet in hand, on the walk-in day.
What is the Salary for CSIR IICB Project Staff 2026?
| Post | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (with NET/GATE or equivalent) | ₹31,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-I (others) | ₹25,000 + HRA |
| Senior Project Associate | ₹42,000 + 30% HRA |
| Project Scientist-I | ₹56,000 + 30% HRA, with 5% increment for every 2 years of experience in the same project |
For Project Associate-I, the higher ₹31,000 rate is for candidates with CSIR-UGC / ICAR / ICMR NET (including lectureship / assistant professorship) or GATE, or those who have qualified national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments like DBT/DST or equivalent and/or their agencies. Everyone else gets ₹25,000 plus HRA. So if you have cleared NET or GATE, carry the proof — it decides your pay.
For Senior Project Associate and Project Scientist-I, the HRA is fixed at 30% in the advertisement. For Project Associate-I it only says “plus HRA”, without a rate, so do not assume a figure until the offer letter comes.
What are the Tenure and Conditions for CSIR IICB Project Staff Posts?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Tenure | Initially up to 31.03.2027; for code 5912606 initially 1 year, extendable up to 31.03.2028 |
| Extension | Based on requirement and review by the review committee, as per CSIR rules for project staff |
| Maximum total tenure | Under no circumstances more than six years, including engagement in all CSIR labs |
| Performance | Reviewed periodically; unsatisfactory performance may lead to termination without notice or reason |
| Nature of job | Purely temporary and co-terminus with the project; no right or claim to regularisation or absorption in any IICB / CSIR post |
| Final semester / result awaited | Not eligible |
| False information | As per the declaration on the form, if any particulars or information you give are found false or incorrect, the candidature is liable to be rejected or cancelled; if found false after appointment, services are liable to be terminated without any notice |
| Institute’s right | The Institute reserves the right of selection or rejection of a candidature, including cancellation of the advertisement, without assigning any reason |
These are project jobs, not permanent posts. Still, a year or two in a CSIR lab with GLP, preclinical or molecular biology work adds real weight to a Ph.D. application or an industry CV.
What is the Selection Process for CSIR IICB Project Staff 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Interview | 14 October 2026 at CSIR-IICB, Jadavpur campus, Kolkata |
The only stage the advertisement names is the walk-in interview. Prepare to talk clearly about your M.Sc. or Ph.D. work and the techniques listed against your code. If you are new to interviews, our preparation strategy tips can help you plan.
How to Apply for CSIR IICB Project Staff Recruitment 2026?
This is an offline, walk-in process. There is no online submission.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the Application Form for the walk-in (link in Essential Links below). |
| 2 | Fill it in the prescribed format: position, vacancy code, advertisement number, academic details, NET/GATE, experience and publications. Paste a recent passport-size photo and sign the declaration. |
| 3 | Applying for more than one code? Submit a single application form only and list all your vacancy codes in the place given. |
| 4 | Keep originals and one self-attested copy of each document listed below. |
| 5 | Carry the form and documents by hand to the venue: CSIR-IICB, 4, Raja S.C. Mullick Road, Jadavpur, Kolkata – 700032, on 14 October 2026. Report at 08:45 AM; the entry gate closes at 10:00 AM. |
Documents to carry: Matriculation certificate or admit card for date of birth, all mark sheets and certificates from Matriculation onwards, final mark sheet of B.Sc., M.Sc., M.Tech or MVSc degree, or Ph.D. award certificate, proof of NET / NET(LS) / GATE or equivalent, one passport-size photograph, caste certificate where applicable, and a No Objection Certificate from your employer if you are employed. For queries, the advertisement gives the e-mail recruitment.iicb@csir.res.in.
A small tip for the walk-in day: fill the form at home, not in the queue. Arrange your certificates in the same order as the list above and keep the self-attested copies in a separate folder. Write all your vacancy codes clearly in the designated place, as the advertisement asks.
What are the Important Dates for CSIR IICB Project Staff Walk-in 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 08 October 2026 |
| Walk-in interview | 14 October 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Reporting time | 08:45 AM |
| Entry gate closure | 10:00 AM |
Kolkata traffic in the morning is unpredictable. Plan to reach Jadavpur well before 10:00 AM, because the gate closes at that time.
Is There Any Application Fee for CSIR IICB Project Staff 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Not mentioned in the advertisement |
The advertisement does not mention any application fee or payment mode for this walk-in.
Essential Links – CSIR IICB Project Associate-I, Senior Project Associate and Project Scientist-I 2026
- Download CSIR IICB Walk-in Advertisement PDF (R&C/591/2026)
- Download Application Form for the CSIR IICB Walk-in
- Visit CSIR IICB Project Staff Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If your degree matches one of these 16 codes, don’t let this chance pass — the walk-in is on 14 October 2026 and there is very little time. Print the form today, arrange your documents, and reach Jadavpur by 08:45 AM. For more government jobs in West Bengal and lab openings, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.