CSMCARI Chennai Walk-in Recruitment 2026: JRF, Consultant (GLP), Office Assistant & Other Posts Explained
The Captain Srinivasamurthy Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CSMCARI), Chennai, under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences, Ministry of AYUSH, has invited walk-in candidates for 7 posts. The posts are JRF, Consultant (GLP), Office Assistant, Hindi Assistant and Library Assistant. There is no online form here, so you simply turn up on your post’s interview date with your papers. If you are looking for central government jobs in Chennai, this is worth a close look.
Interviews run from 17 November to 19 November 2026, and each post has its own date. Some posts are for retired government staff only, some are for younger candidates, and a few allow both routes. Read this article slowly, find your post in the tables, and note your date. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more such updates.
This is a good chance for retired government employees who want to continue in a research institute. It is also a chance for young graduates and Botany post-graduates who want an entry into central government work.
Key Highlights of CSMCARI Chennai Walk-in Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Captain Srinivasamurthy Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CSMCARI), CCRAS, Ministry of AYUSH |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026, dated 27 October 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 7 (sum of the posts, no grand total is printed) |
| Posts | JRF, Consultant (GLP), Office Assistant (Retired), Office Assistant, Hindi Assistant, Library Assistant |
| Job Type | Contractual / temporary |
| Mode | Walk-in interview, no application form mentioned |
| Venue and Location | A.A Government Hospital Campus, Arumbakkam, Chennai – 600 106, Tamil Nadu |
| Walk-in Dates | 17, 18 and 19 November 2026 |
How Many Vacancies Are There in CSMCARI Chennai Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Vacancies | Interview Date |
|---|---|---|
| JRF (project) | 1 | 17/11/2026 |
| Consultant (GLP) (Retired) | 1 | 17/11/2026 |
| Office Assistant (Retired) | 2 | 18/11/2026 |
| Office Assistant | 1 | 18/11/2026 |
| Hindi Assistant | 1 | 19/11/2026 |
| Library Assistant | 1 | 19/11/2026 |
The JRF post is attached to a project on a primer-based tool for correct species identification of commonly traded herbal drugs. The project runs for 3 years. The other four posts are for immediate need, and the Institute will also keep a panel for future requirement. The 2 Office Assistant (Retired) seats are marked Immediate/Future requirement.
Please note that the notification does not print a grand total of vacancies. The figure of 7 used in this article is the sum of the post-wise seats shown above. Also note that the two Office Assistant posts are different: one is for retired staff and the other is for fresh or younger candidates, and they have different age limits and different qualifications.
What is the Eligibility for CSMCARI Chennai Walk-in Posts 2026?
| Post | Requirement |
|---|---|
| JRF | M.Sc Botany from a recognized University/Institution. Desirable: work experience in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology or Bioinformatics |
| Consultant (GLP) (Retired) | Retired Research Officer/Associate Professor or equivalent at pay level-10 and above from Govt. of India, State Government, attached and subordinate offices or autonomous bodies, plus a postgraduate degree or Doctorate in Veterinary Science, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Life Science etc. |
| Consultant (GLP) experience | “At least five” of research/documented experience in GLP implementation, preferably in biological laboratories or preclinical animal-testing facilities (the notice leaves out the unit, so confirm it with the Institute). Desirable: SOPs, quality manuals, GLP audits, CAPA and quality assurance knowledge |
| Office Assistant (Retired) | Retired Assistant/A.S.O or equivalent at pay level 6/7 from the same kinds of employers. Experience in accounts, administration and establishment work, good drafting, MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and proficiency in PFMS, e-office and RTI matters. Hindi speaking and drafting is desirable |
| Office Assistant | Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University, with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and independent work on TALLY/PFMS/Accounts. Experience of 2-3 years, preferably in Govt. offices. Skill test: English typing at 35 w.p.m. on computer |
| Hindi Assistant (route 1) | Degree of a recognized University with Hindi knowledge up to B.A. standard and ability to translate English to Hindi and back, shown by a test; or a postgraduate qualification in Hindi with the same translation ability. Experience of 1-3 years in Govt. offices |
| Hindi Assistant (route 2) | Retired Translator (Hindi Assistant) at pay level 06 to 09 from Govt. of India, State Government, attached and subordinate offices or autonomous bodies |
| Library Assistant (route 1) | Retired Library Assistant at pay level 04 to 06 from the same kinds of employers |
| Library Assistant (route 2) | 10+2 in Science subjects with a certificate in Library Science from a recognized Institute, and 1 to 3 years of experience in a recognised institution |
If you are a graduate looking for government jobs, the Office Assistant and Hindi Assistant posts are the ones to read. Botany students with a post graduate degree should look at JRF. Several posts are only for retired staff, so check the word “Retired” in the post name before you travel.
For the Consultant (GLP) post, the work is technical consultancy for the planning and design of the existing Laboratory Animal House Facility. It must follow the applicable CCSEA guidelines, the OECD Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) principles and other relevant regulatory requirements, in co-ordination with CPWD. So this post suits a senior person with real laboratory and quality experience, not a beginner.
For the Hindi Assistant and Library Assistant posts, there are two routes each, one for retired staff and one for others.
Age Limit
The age is counted as on the date of the interview, not on the day you apply.
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| JRF | 28 years |
| Consultant (GLP) (Retired) | 63 years |
| Office Assistant (Retired) | 62 years |
| Office Assistant | 27 years |
| Hindi Assistant (non-retired) | 30 years |
| Hindi Assistant (retired Translator) | 63 years |
| Library Assistant (retired) | 63 years |
| Library Assistant (10+2 route) | 27 years |
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Age relaxation is given as per GOI or Govt. rules for JRF, Office Assistant, Hindi Assistant (non-retired) and Library Assistant (10+2 route). The notice does not list category-wise years, so ask the Institute if you think you qualify for relaxation.
Work out your age on your own interview date, because the limit is checked on that day and not on the day the advertisement came out.
What is the Salary for CSMCARI Chennai Walk-in Posts 2026?
| Post Group | Pay as Stated |
|---|---|
| JRF | Rs. 37,000 per month + 30% HRA |
| Retired employees | As per Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditure OM No. 3-25/2020-E.IIIA dated 09/12/2020 |
| Retired employees under NPS | As per OM No. 03-25/2020-E.III(A)/Pt dated 19/10/2023 |
| Non-retired Office, Hindi and Library Assistant | As per Ministry of Labour & Employment, Office of the Chief Labour Commissioner (C), New Delhi |
The notice gives a rupee figure only for JRF. For every other post it points to the government orders above, so no amount can be quoted here. All posts other than JRF start with a tenure of 6 months, which may be extended at the discretion of the Competent Authority on need and performance.
For the JRF post, the engagement lasts only as long as the 3-year project and ends with it. For retired candidates, the notice gives no amount, so confirm the pay with the Institute.
What is the Selection Process for CSMCARI Chennai Walk-in 2026?
| Post | What the Notice Says |
|---|---|
| JRF | Applications are shortlisted on the basis of written test, interview and experience |
| Office Assistant | Walk-in interview, with a computer typing skill test at 35 w.p.m. |
| Hindi Assistant | Walk-in interview, with a test of English-Hindi translation ability |
| Consultant (GLP), Office Assistant (Retired), Library Assistant | Walk-in interview on the date against the post |
The notice names no other stage. Prepare for an interview on your subject and carry proof of your experience.
For Office Assistant, practise English typing on a computer so that you can show 35 w.p.m. For Hindi Assistant, practise short English-to-Hindi and Hindi-to-English translation, because the notice says your ability will be shown by a test. For JRF, revise basic Botany along with plant identification, molecular biology and bioinformatics basics, since these are the desirable areas. The notice mentions a written test only in the JRF shortlisting line, so do not assume one for the other posts, and read the notice again before you go.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Job
| Condition | What it Means for You |
|---|---|
| Reporting time | Consultant, Office, Hindi and Library posts: reach the venue by 10.30 AM for registration. No candidate will be entertained beyond the prescribed time. The JRF notice gives no reporting time |
| Contract | Consultant, Office, Hindi and Library posts: engagement is purely contractual and may be terminated at any time without notice. No claim for regular appointment will be entertained |
| TA/DA | No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview |
| JRF post | Purely on contract basis, temporary and co-terminus with the project. No re-employment, pay scale or absorption claim against any regular post |
| NOC | If you are employed elsewhere, bring a No Objection Certificate at the time of the JRF interview |
| Retired candidates | Bring your P.P.O. along with the other certificates |
How to Apply for CSMCARI Chennai Walk-in Recruitment 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Check which interview date is against your post: 17, 18 or 19 November 2026 |
| 2 | Keep ready self-attested copies of certificates for age, qualification and experience, plus the P.P.O. if you are retired |
| 3 | Keep two recent passport size photographs and all original documents for verification |
| 4 | Reach the Institute at Arumbakkam, Chennai on your date (by 10.30 AM for non-JRF posts; the JRF notice gives no time) |
| 5 | Register at the venue and appear for the interview |
There is no online link and no postal address in the notice, so you attend in person. The notice mentions no application fee, so check with the Institute if you have any doubt. Read the full notification (link in Essential Links below) before you leave. See more Tamil Nadu government jobs here.
On the day, carry a folder with the originals at the front and the self-attested copies behind them, arranged in the order of age, qualification and experience. Retired candidates should keep the P.P.O. on top. Reach early; for non-JRF posts, nobody is entertained after the 10.30 AM reporting time.
What are the Important Dates for CSMCARI Chennai Walk-in 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 27 October 2026 |
| JRF and Consultant (GLP) walk-in | 17 November 2026 |
| Office Assistant (Retired) and Office Assistant walk-in | 18 November 2026 |
| Hindi Assistant and Library Assistant walk-in (last walk-in date) | 19 November 2026 |
Is There an Application Fee for CSMCARI Chennai Walk-in 2026?
The advertisement does not mention any fee. Nothing is stated either way, so please confirm with the Institute at the time of registration.
Essential Links for CSMCARI Chennai Walk-in 2026
- Download CSMCARI Chennai Advertisement No. 03/2026 Notification PDF
- Visit CSMCARI Chennai Walk-in Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you fit one of these posts, do not delay. Pick your date, pack your documents the night before, and reach Arumbakkam early. The last walk-in date is 19 November 2026. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more central government job updates and results.