CSIR Recruitment 2026
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research runs a network of national laboratories in fields from chemistry to aerospace. Each laboratory recruits its own scientists and technical staff, and CSIR runs a combined exam for administrative posts.
Open Recruitment from CSIR
There is no open recruitment from CSIR on this site right now. New notices appear here once they have been checked against the official source. Meanwhile, see the latest jobs from all recruiters.
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CSIR Recruitment: Posts, Selection and How to Apply
At a Glance
- Full name
- Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
- Short name
- CSIR
- Level
- Central government
- Type
- Research and science
- Official website
- csir.res.in
About CSIR
CSIR also conducts, with the National Testing Agency, the joint CSIR-UGC NET for research fellowships and lectureship in science subjects.
What CSIR Recruits For
- Scientists, senior scientists and principal scientists at CSIR laboratories
- Technical officers, technical assistants and technicians
- Section officers and assistant section officers through the Combined Administrative Services Examination
- Project staff on funded research projects
How CSIR Recruitment Works
CSIR recruits scientists, technical staff and administrative staff, usually through a written test, an interview or both. Its laboratories or institutes also take project staff for funded research projects, on fixed terms linked to the project.
Preparing for CSIR Recruitment
Research organisations test subject depth. For scientist posts, revise your core discipline thoroughly and prepare to discuss your projects and publications. Project posts often fill quickly through interviews, so keep your documents and references ready.
Eligibility for CSIR Jobs
Each CSIR notification sets the qualification and age limits for its posts. Central government recruitment explains the standard age relaxations and the mistakes that get applications rejected.
Pay and Benefits at CSIR
Regular scientific and technical posts are paid on the central pay matrix, with scientists usually joining at Level 10. Project posts carry fixed monthly emoluments set by the funding agency, for the life of the project.
How to Apply for CSIR Jobs
- Find the recruitment on this page and open its official notification, which CSIR publishes on csir.res.in.
- Read the eligibility, vacancy break-up by category, fee and last date carefully before you start the form.
- Register on the CSIR application portal, or log in if you already have an account, and fill in the form.
- Upload your photograph, signature and documents in the sizes asked, pay the fee where charged, and submit before the deadline.
- Save the confirmation page and payment receipt. Admit cards, results and later notices are published on the official website and listed here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit for CSIR jobs?
It differs by post. Each CSIR notification states the minimum and maximum age, the date on which age is counted and the relaxations for reserved categories.
Can final-year students apply for CSIR recruitment?
Only where the notification allows it. Some recruitments accept candidates who will complete their qualification by a stated date; others need the qualification on the closing date.
Is there an application fee for CSIR jobs?
Most recruitments charge a fee, with exemptions or reductions commonly given to women, SC, ST, persons with disabilities and ex-servicemen. The fee and exemptions are listed in each notice.
Where are CSIR recruitment notices published?
CSIR publishes its notices on its official website, csir.res.in. Recruitment we have checked is listed on this page with links to the official notice.
Is this the official CSIR website?
No. ItsSarkariNaukri.com is an independent website and is not connected with Council of Scientific and Industrial Research. We list its recruitment after checking the official notification, and always link to the official source for applying.
How can I know when CSIR announces new jobs?
New recruitment from CSIR appears on this page once it has been checked. There is no open recruitment right now. Checking the official website regularly is the surest way not to miss a notice.
Official website of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research:
- Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)csir.res.in (official website, opens in a new tab)