CSIR TKDL Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 50 Senior Project Associate, Project Associate Posts

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Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)

Compiled from official notification

The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has announced recruitment for 50 vacancies. Eligible candidates can apply based on the specified educational and professional requirements for the available posts. Selection involves a written test and an interview conducted in hybrid mode. Candidates must carefully review the official notification for complete details regarding qualifications, posting locations, and reporting instructions.

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Applications Open

Last Date

12 Oct 2026

Vacancies

50

Age Limit

Maximum 40 Years

11 days left to apply
Published 1 Oct 2026 Updated 2 Oct 2026 2 min read

About this Recruitment

Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has released an official recruitment drive for CSIR TKDL. The notification announces a total of 50 vacancies distributed across 23 cadre specializations.

Applicants must satisfy the prescribed age limit of up to 40 years. Selection of candidates will follow the merit and evaluation standards prescribed in the official notification. Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications on or before the deadline of 12 October 2026. The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is India's premier scientific R&D organization operating a network of national laboratories.

Official Recruitment Overview

Official Source Verified
Organization
Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
Advertisement No.
TKDL/08/2026
Location
National
Official Website
https://www.csir.res.in

Vacancy Details

Sr Discipline Vacancies
1 Senior Project Associate (Information Technology) 1
2 Project Associate-I (Information Technology) 1
3 Project Associate-I (Information Technology-Data Science) 1
4 Project Associate-I (Information Technology-Data Science) 1
5 Project Associate-I (Information Technology) 1
6 Project Associate-I (Information Technology) 1
7 Project Associate-I (Information Technology) 1
8 Senior Project Associate (Ayurveda) 2
9 Project Associate-I (Ayurveda) 2
10 Project Associate-I (Ayurveda) 3
11 Project Associate-I (Unani) 4
12 Project Associate-I (Unani) 3
13 Senior Project Associate (Sowa Rigpa) 1
14 Project Associate-I (Sowa Rigpa) 2
15 Project Associate-I (Sowa Rigpa) 3
16 Senior Project Associate (Siddha) 3
17 Project Associate-I (Siddha) 8
18 Senior Project Associate (Patent) 1
19 Project Associate-I (Patent) 3
20 Senior Project Associate (Patent) 1
21 Project Associate-I (Patent) 4
22 Senior Project Associate (Sanskrit) 1
23 Project Associate-I (Yoga) 2
Total Vacancies 50

Post-Wise Job Profile & Service Framework

Notified Positions & Vacancy Breakdown

  • Senior Project Associate (Information Technology): 1 Posts
  • Project Associate-I (Information Technology): 1 Posts
  • Project Associate-I (Information Technology-Data Science): 1 Posts
  • Project Associate-I (Information Technology-Data Science): 1 Posts
  • Project Associate-I (Information Technology): 1 Posts
  • Project Associate-I (Information Technology): 1 Posts

Employment Structure & Service Terms

  • Appointing Authority: Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
  • Pay & Remuneration: in lieu thereof. 7. Project staff would be governed by the Guidelines issued by the CSIR, relating to engagement of project staff, as amended from time to time. 8.

Eligibility Framework & Educational Qualifications

Educational Qualification

• TKD3901 (Senior Project Associate, IT): Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology in Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent, or MCA, with three years' experience in R&D in Industrial and Academic Institutions or S&T Organisations and scientific activities and services; OR ME...

Age Requirement

  • Prescribed Range: As per official recruitment rules
  • Upper age relaxation for reserved categories, where the recruitment allows it, is specified in the official notification. Check the notification PDF for the limits that apply to your category.

Selection Process

  • Candidates must present themselves at the posting location mentioned against the post code for the written test on the stated date and time.
  • The results of the written test will be declared on the same day.
  • The interview of shortlisted candidates will take place in hybrid mode (offline and online), either on the day of the written test or on another day, as informed after the written test. If the Committee so desires, candidates will be asked to appear in person and will be informed accordingly.
  • Candidates are requested to wait after their written test for results/instructions unless informed otherwise.
  • Candidates must bring the following at the time of the written test: original certificates/testimonials, two copies of self-attested photographs, a set of self-attested copies of certificates/testimonials in support of age, qualification, marks obtained and experience (if any), and a neatly typed bio-data on A4 paper.
  • Candidates belonging to statutory categories must bring the original category certificate issued by the competent authority, along with self-attested copies.

Step-by-Step Online Application Walkthrough

  • This notification does not set out the application procedure. Follow the steps given in the official notification PDF via the links on this page.

Frequently Asked Questions (Candidate Queries)

What is the official educational criteria for CSIR TKDL Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 50 Senior Project Associate, Project Associate Posts?

• TKD3901 (Senior Project Associate, IT): Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology in Computer Science/Information Technology or equivalent, or MCA, with three years' experience in R&D in Industrial and Academic Institutions or S&T Organisations and scientific activities and services; OR ME...

What is the age limit for applicants?

This notification does not state an age limit in a form we can show here — check the official notification PDF for the age limit and any category-wise relaxation.

What is the pay scale or remuneration for this recruitment?

The notification states a pay scale of in lieu thereof. 7. Project staff would be governed by the Guidelines issued by the CSIR, relating to engagement of project staff, as amended from time to time. 8.. Allowances are as set out in the official notification.

What is the selection process for CSIR TKDL Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 50 Senior Project Associate, Project Associate Posts?

• Candidates must present themselves at the posting location mentioned against the post code for the written test on the stated date and time. • The results of the written test will be declared on the same day. • The interview of shortlisted candidates will take place in hybrid mode (offline and online), either on the day of the written test or on another day, as informed after the written test. If the Committee so desires, candidates will be asked to appear in person and will be informed accordingly. • Candidates are requested to wait after their written test for results/instructions unless informed otherwise. • Candidates must bring the following at the time of the written test: original certificates/testimonials, two copies of self-attested photographs, a set of self-attested copies of certificates/testimonials in support of age, qualification, marks obtained and experience (if any), and a neatly typed bio-data on A4 paper. • Candidates belonging to statutory categories must bring the original category certificate issued by the competent authority, along with self-attested copies.

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