About This Recruitment
The Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSIR CSMCRI) is hiring for project-based roles including Project Associate I and Project Assistant II in Bhavnagar. There are three vacancies under two research projects focused on innovative water desalination and ultrapure water production for hydrogen generation. These posts are purely temporary and last only as long as the projects continue, with a maximum tenure of six years. Candidates interested must submit their applications by email before 21 October 2026. Pay varies by position and qualifications, with Project Associate I offered between Rs. 25,000 and Rs. 31,000 plus house rent allowance (HRA), and Project Assistant II receiving Rs. 20,000 plus HRA.
| Exam Name | Project Associate I / Project Assistant II |
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Eligibility Explained
To apply for Project Associate I positions, candidates must have relevant degrees depending on the project. For the membrane design project, an M.Sc in Chemistry or Chemical Science is required. For the ultrapure water project, a B.E. or B.Tech in Chemical, Mechanical, Production, Automobile Engineering, or Chemical Technology is needed. The Project Assistant II post requires either a three-year diploma in engineering or a B.Sc in Chemistry, Chemical Science, Physics, or Physical Science. All applicants must be under 35 years of age. Candidates with national-level qualifications such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or equivalent exams conducted by central government agencies will receive a higher pay for Project Associate I roles.
| Post no | Total Emolument | Title of the project | Age Limited (In years) | Total Manpower Requirement |
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| FTC090601 | (a) Rs. 31,000 + HRA for those candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC ICAR / CSMR NET incl. 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/Institutions.(b) 25,000+ HRA for others who do not fall under (a) above. | High-productivity membrane design for water desalination and purification that produces mineral-balanced water with high water recovery | 35 | Project Associate I (PAT-I) – 01 No. |
| FTC090601 | Rs. 20,000 + HRA | High-productivity membrane design for water desalination and purification that produces mineral-balanced water with high water recovery | 35 | Project Assistant II (PA-II) – 01 nos. |
| FTT060604 | (a) 31,000+ HRA for those candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC ICAR / CSMR NET incl. 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/Institutions.(b) 25,000+ HRA for others who do not fall under (a) above. | Electro-deionization system to produce electrolyser grade ultrapure water for hydrogen generation. | 35 | Project Associate I (PAT-I) No. – 01 |
| Post | Essential Qualification |
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| High-productivity membrane design for water desalination and purification (Project Associate I) | M.Sc in Chemistry/Chemical Science from a recognized university. |
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| High-productivity membrane design for water desalination and purification (Project Assistant II) | 3 Years Diploma in engineering/Technology OR B.Sc in Chemistry/Chemical Science/Physics/Physical Science from a recognized university. |
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| Electro-deionization system to produce electrolyser grade ultrapure water for hydrogen generation (Project Associate I) | B.E./B.Tech in Chemical/ Mechanical/ Production/Automobile Engineering or Chemical Technology from a recognized university. |
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