CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CSIR-CECRI), Karaikudi, a premier R&D institute under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, has issued an official recruitment notification (Notification No. PS–10/2026).
The institute is inviting candidates for temporary project positions including Senior Project Associate (SPA), Project Associate-II (PAT-II), Project Associate-I (PAT-I), and Project Assistant-II (PA-II). Selection will be conducted strictly via a Walk-in Interview at the Karaikudi campus on November 12 and 13, 2026.
📅 Key Recruitment Dates & Reporting Time
| Event | Details / Date |
| Notification Date | October 24, 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Dates | November 12, 2026 & November 13, 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 08:30 AM (Entry strictly closed after 09:30 AM) |
| Interview Venue | CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CECRI), Karaikudi – 630003, Tamil Nadu |
📊 Vacancy, Qualification & Salary Breakdown
| Post Name | Total Posts | Essential Educational Qualification | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (Stipend) |
| 1. Senior Project Associate (SPA) | 01 | M.E. / M.Tech in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering with 2 years R&D experience. | Max 40 Years | ₹42,000/- + HRA |
| 2. Project Associate-II (PAT-II) | 05 | M.Sc. in Chemistry / Materials Science / Electrochemistry / Mathematics / Computer Science with 2 years R&D experience. | Max 35 Years | • ₹35,000/- + HRA (for GATE/NET qualified) • ₹28,000/- + HRA (for non-NET/GATE) |
| 3. Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | 10 | M.Sc. in Chemistry / Physics / Marine Biology / Biotechnology OR B.E. / B.Tech in Chemical, Mechanical, Biotech, or Nanotechnology. | Max 35 Years | • ₹31,000/- + HRA (for GATE/NET qualified) • ₹25,000/- + HRA (for non-NET/GATE) |
| 4. Project Assistant-II (PA-II) | 02 | B.Sc. in Chemistry. | Max 35 Years | ₹20,000/- + HRA |
🎓 Upper Age Relaxation
Upper age limit relaxations apply as per Government of India norms:
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates: 5 Years relaxation
- OBC Candidates: 3 Years relaxation
🎖️ Selection Process
- Document Verification: Verification of eligibility criteria, qualifications, age proof, and experience certificates upon reporting.
- Shortlisting (If needed): If a large number of candidates turn up, shortlisting criteria based on marks percentage or relevant experience will be applied.
- Walk-in Interview: Personal interview by the selection committee on the scheduled date.
📝 How to Attend the Walk-in Interview
- Visit the official CSIR-CECRI careers portal: cecri.res.in.
- Download Notification No. PS–10/2026 and print the Biodata / Application Form.
- Fill out the application form legibly and accurately.
- Report to CSIR-CECRI, Karaikudi on the designated date (12.11.2026 or 13.11.2026) by 08:30 AM with:
- Duly filled application form.
- One recent passport-size photograph.
- Original Certificates & Marksheets (Degree/Provisional, 10th/12th mark sheets).
- Self-attested photocopies (1 set) of all academic, age proof, caste/community (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD), and R&D experience certificates.
| Apply Now – Direct Link:- |
| Description | Link |
| Official Career Page of CECRI Karaikudi | Website Link |
| CECRI Karaikudi Notification PDF | Notification PDF |
| CECRI Karaikudi Application Form | Application Link |