- CSIR-CMERI, established in 1958, is a national R&D institute under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India.
- The institute focuses on research in Farm Machinery & Smart Agricultural Systems, Sustainable Energy & Electric Mobility, Robotics, Additive Manufacturing, Surface Engineering, and Circular Economy.
- This recruitment drive offers temporary positions in Project Assistant, Project Associate, Project Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Project Senior Research Fellow (SRF), and Project Research Scientist roles.
- Selected candidates will receive hands-on training, exposure to real-world projects, and the opportunity to work closely with experienced team members.
- Walk-in-interview will be conducted on 28th and 29th October 2026 at CSIR-CMERI, Durgapur.
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🎓 10th Pass (Matric)
🎓 10th + ITI
🎓 Diploma
🎓 Bachelor's Degree
🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Post Graduate Diploma
🎓 Equivalent Qualification
Temporary Positions in Various Project Roles at CSIR-CMERI
CSIR-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute
Total Vacancies
28
Job Location
CSIR-CMERI, Durgapur, West Bengal, India
Apply Deadline
31 Mar 2027
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | CSIR-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CMERI) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | 10th Pass (Matric) (10th-pass), 10th + ITI (10th-iti), Diploma (diploma), Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Post Graduate Diploma (post-graduate-diploma), Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification) |
| Number of Vacancies | 28 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale |
- Project Assistant - I: Rs. 18,000/- per month. - Project Assistant - II: Rs. 20,000/- per month. - Project Associate - I: Rs. 25,000/- or Rs. 31,000/- (for qualified candidates). - Project Associate - II: Rs. 28,000/- or Rs. 35,000/- (for qualified candidates). - Project JRF: Rs. 37,000/- per month. - Project SRF: Rs. 42,000/- + HRA per month. - Project Research Scientist - I: Rs. 56,000/- + HRA per month. |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Project Assistant roles: No experience required. - Project Associate - II roles: Minimum 2 years’ experience in R&D or relevant field. - Project JRF, SRF, and Research Scientist roles: Experience varies based on qualification. |
| Application Fee | • Message: No explicit mention of an application fee is found in the provided job notification text. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Project Assistant - I: SSC/10th pass with ITI in Fitter/Electrician/Mechanic Motor Vehicle.
- Project Assistant - II: 3-year Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation/Electronics/Agricultural Engineering. Hands-on knowledge in PCB design, soldering, or agricultural machinery testing is desirable.
- Project Associate - I: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Electronics, or related fields. Desirable skills include Cloud Computing, IoT, Embedded Systems, Data Analytics, and programming knowledge in MERN stack, Python, PHP, SQL, OpenCV, or Blockchain.
- Project Associate - II: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology with 2 years’ experience in R&D or Master’s degree in relevant fields. Desirable skills include Power Electronics, EV components, Embedded Systems, MATLAB/SIMULINK, and ROS.
- Project Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in Engineering/Technology with selection through CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or other national-level exams.
- Project Senior Research Fellow (SRF): Post Graduate Degree in Physics/Radio-Physics or Engineering/Technology with 2 years’ research experience. Desirable skills include Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Signal Processing, and Embedded Systems.
- Project Research Scientist - I: Post Graduate Degree or 4-year Graduate Degree in relevant fields with PhD/MS/ME/M.Tech or experience in Robotics, Biomechanics, Control Systems, and Embedded Systems.
- Project Assistant - II: 3-year Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation/Electronics/Agricultural Engineering. Hands-on knowledge in PCB design, soldering, or agricultural machinery testing is desirable.
- Project Associate - I: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Electronics, or related fields. Desirable skills include Cloud Computing, IoT, Embedded Systems, Data Analytics, and programming knowledge in MERN stack, Python, PHP, SQL, OpenCV, or Blockchain.
- Project Associate - II: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology with 2 years’ experience in R&D or Master’s degree in relevant fields. Desirable skills include Power Electronics, EV components, Embedded Systems, MATLAB/SIMULINK, and ROS.
- Project Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in Engineering/Technology with selection through CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or other national-level exams.
- Project Senior Research Fellow (SRF): Post Graduate Degree in Physics/Radio-Physics or Engineering/Technology with 2 years’ research experience. Desirable skills include Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Signal Processing, and Embedded Systems.
- Project Research Scientist - I: Post Graduate Degree or 4-year Graduate Degree in relevant fields with PhD/MS/ME/M.Tech or experience in Robotics, Biomechanics, Control Systems, and Embedded Systems.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on performance and overall assessment during the walk-in-interview.
- Results will be published on the institute’s website or communicated via email.
- Results will be published on the institute’s website or communicated via email.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
- All original certificates and mark sheets.
- Self-attested photocopies of all certificates and mark sheets.
- A recent passport-size photograph.
- Filled-in application form available on the institute’s website.
- Self-attested photocopies of all certificates and mark sheets.
- A recent passport-size photograph.
- Filled-in application form available on the institute’s website.
💳 Application Fee Details
• Message: No explicit mention of an application fee is found in the provided job notification text.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to these positions at CSIR-CMERI?
The maximum age limit for all positions is 35 years as of the respective project end dates.
Q.
When and where will the walk-in-interview for these project roles be conducted?
The walk-in-interview will be conducted on 28th and 29th October 2026 at CSIR-CMERI, Durgapur, West Bengal.
Q.
What is the salary range for Project Research Scientist - I roles?
The salary for Project Research Scientist - I roles is Rs. 56,000/- per month plus HRA.
Q.
Do I need to submit an application fee for these temporary positions?
No application fee is mentioned for these temporary project roles at CSIR-CMERI.
Q.
What documents are required for the walk-in-interview?
You need to bring all original certificates, mark sheets, self-attested photocopies of each, a recent passport-size photograph, and the filled-in application form available on the institute’s website.