- Walk-in interviews for Project Personnel positions in geophysical, geological, and seismological research projects.
- Positions include Project Assistant-II, Project Associate-I, Project Associate-II, Principal Project Associate, and Project Scientist-III.
- Projects focus on seismic monitoring, geophysical surveys, geotechnical studies, CO2 storage monitoring, and mineral exploration.
- Fieldwork, data collection, analysis, and equipment maintenance are key responsibilities.
- Temporary project-based engagements with no claim to permanent positions.
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Project Personnel Recruitment for Geophysical, Geological, and Seismological Research Projects
CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute
Total Vacancies
13
Job Location
Hyderabad, Telangana (with fieldwork across India)
Apply Deadline
03 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Diploma (diploma), Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd), Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification) |
| Number of Vacancies | 13 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹20,000 - ₹78,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 45 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Project Assistant-II: No experience required. - Project Associate-I: No experience required (higher emoluments for NET/GATE qualified candidates). - Project Associate-II: 2 years of relevant experience. - Principal Project Associate: 6 years of experience in petrology/geochemistry. - Project Scientist-III: 7 years of experience in sedimentary provenance analysis. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee for attending walk-in interviews. - Candidates applying online must submit required documents via Google Form before 03.08.2026. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational qualifications vary by post: Diploma, B.Sc, M.Sc, M.Tech, or Ph.D in relevant fields (Geophysics, Geology, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, etc.).
- Specific experience requirements for higher-level posts (e.g., 2 years for Project Associate-II, 6 years for Principal Project Associate, 7 years for Project Scientist-III).
- Candidates must meet age limits (35-45 years, relaxable for reserved categories).
- Final semester/year students awaiting results are ineligible.
- Candidates with CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET, GATE, or equivalent qualifications may receive higher emoluments.
- Specific experience requirements for higher-level posts (e.g., 2 years for Project Associate-II, 6 years for Principal Project Associate, 7 years for Project Scientist-III).
- Candidates must meet age limits (35-45 years, relaxable for reserved categories).
- Final semester/year students awaiting results are ineligible.
- Candidates with CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET, GATE, or equivalent qualifications may receive higher emoluments.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection based on walk-in interviews (in-person or online via Google Form submission).
- Candidates must bring original certificates, self-attested copies, CV, and recent passport-size photo.
- Interview dates vary by post (05.08.2026, 07.08.2026, 11.08.2026).
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending interviews.
- False information may lead to disqualification from future CSIR-NGRI recruitments.
- Candidates must bring original certificates, self-attested copies, CV, and recent passport-size photo.
- Interview dates vary by post (05.08.2026, 07.08.2026, 11.08.2026).
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending interviews.
- False information may lead to disqualification from future CSIR-NGRI recruitments.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD (with age relaxations)
📂 Required Documents
- Filled Google Form and Application Form (links provided in notification).
- Original certificates of educational qualifications, age, caste (if applicable), and experience.
- Self-attested photocopies of all certificates.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) and recent passport-size photograph.
- Aadhar card (for online interview candidates).
- Original certificates of educational qualifications, age, caste (if applicable), and experience.
- Self-attested photocopies of all certificates.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) and recent passport-size photograph.
- Aadhar card (for online interview candidates).
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee for attending walk-in interviews.
- Candidates applying online must submit required documents via Google Form before 03.08.2026.
- Candidates applying online must submit required documents via Google Form before 03.08.2026.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What are the essential qualifications required for the Project Assistant-II (PA-II) position?
For the Project Assistant-II (PA-II) position, the essential qualification is a Diploma in Engineering or Technology (EEE, ECE, or EIE) of 3 years full-time duration.
Q.
What is the upper age limit for the Project Scientist-III (PS-III) position?
The upper age limit for the Project Scientist-III (PS-III) position is 45 years, which is relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and up to 3 years for OBC candidates.
Q.
Are candidates who are awaiting final semester results eligible to attend the interview?
No, candidates who are awaiting final semester or year results are not eligible to attend the interview.
Q.
What documents are required for candidates appearing in the Walk-in-Interview?
Candidates must bring the filled-in Application Form, original certificates, one set of self-attested photocopies of educational qualifications, curriculum vitae, age proof, caste certificate (if applicable), experience certificates (if any), and one recent passport-size photo.
Q.
Is there any travel allowance (TA) or dearness allowance (DA) provided for attending the Walk-in-Interview?
No, there will be no travel allowance (TA) or dearness allowance (DA) paid for attending the Walk-in-Interview.