Project Assistant, Project Associate and More Recruitment 2026 – CSIR NAL
CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) · Karnataka
CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories in Bengaluru has announced recruitment for various posts including Project Assistant and Project Associate with a total of 89 vacancies. Candidates with qualifications ranging from ITI to Engineering degrees are invited for Walk-in-Interviews from August 10 to August 25, 2026. The maximum age limit is set at 35 years with relaxations for certain categories.
Vacancies
89 Posts
Last date
25 Aug 2026
Age limit
Up to 35 years
Qualification
B.Tech
15 days left to apply
Age Limit
The maximum age limit is 35 years for all posts under this notification, assessed as on the date of the Walk-in-Interview for the relevant post. Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates (or as per Government of India instructions issued from time to time).
Eligibility Criteria & Qualification
| Post | Essential Qualification (General Pattern) |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | SSC/10th plus ITI in Fitter trade |
| Project Assistant-II (PA-II) | Diploma in Engineering/Technology |
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology (or, for some specializations, Master's/Integrated Master's) from a recognized University, or an equivalent qualification recognized by the competent authority as per project requirement, recorded in writing by the PI and Director |
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I, NET/GATE) | Same as PAT-I above, with a valid NET/GATE qualification |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II) | Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology (or equivalent) with 2 years' relevant R&D experience, OR Master's/Integrated Master's in Engineering or Technology |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II, NET/GATE) | Same as PAT-II above, with a valid NET/GATE qualification (some specializations also accept Master's in Science) |
| Senior PAT | Bachelor's degree in the relevant Engineering/Technology discipline with 3 years' relevant R&D experience, OR Master's/Integrated Master's in the relevant discipline with 2 years' relevant R&D experience |
| Principal PAT | BE/B.Tech with 3 years' experience, OR ME/M.Tech with a valid NET/GATE, OR Ph.D., in the relevant discipline |
CSIR-NAL Salary
| Post | Monthly Emoluments |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | ₹18,000 + HRA |
| Project Assistant-II (PA-II) | ₹20,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | ₹25,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I, NET/GATE) | ₹31,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II) | ₹28,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II, NET/GATE) | ₹35,000 + HRA |
| Senior PAT | ₹42,000 + HRA |
| Principal PAT | Not specified in the notification |
Important Dates
- Date of Publication of Advertisement: 05.08.2026
- Interview Date for Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical/Civil (PAT-I) & Aerospace/Aeronautical/Mechanical/Control (PAT-II NET/GATE): 10.08.2026
- Interview Date for ECE/Electronics/Instrumentation/Control/EEE/AI-ML/Computer Science posts: 12.08.2026
- Interview Date for Chemistry/Materials Science/Chemical Engineering & Metallurgical Engineering posts: 14.08.2026
- Interview Date for Chemistry/Analytical-General-Physical Chemistry/Chemical Engineering (PAT-II): 17.08.2026
- Interview Date for Aerospace/Aeronautical/Mechanical/Machine Design/Thermal Engg/Structures (PAT-II): 21.08.2026
- Interview Date for Project Assistant (PA-I Fitter, PA-II Mechanical/Chemistry): 24.08.2026
- Interview Date for Senior PAT (Electronics) & Principal PAT (Aerospace/Aeronautical/Mechanical): 25.08.2026
- Registration Time (each interview date): 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM (no entry after 9:45 AM)
Selection Process
Selection is based on performance in the interview, or any other criteria adopted by the Selection Committee. If a large number of candidates appear, the Selection/Screening Committee has the discretion to shortlist candidates through a written exam or any other criteria it deems fit before the interview.
How to Apply
CSIR-NAL Recruitment 2026 has no apply-online option, and applications sent by post, speed post, or e-mail are explicitly not accepted. Download the prescribed Application Form for Walk-in-Interview from the CSIR-NAL website and fill it completely. Report in person at CSIR-NAL (RAB Meeting Complex) between 9:00 AM and 9:45 AM on the date fixed for the post/specialization you are applying for.
Documents Required
- Duly filled-in Application Form for Walk-in-Interview (from the CSIR-NAL website)
- Aadhaar Card or other Government-issued photo ID
- Latest passport-size photograph
- Original Educational Qualification certificates with all mark sheets, plus one set of photocopies
- Experience certificates (where applicable), plus photocopies
- Caste Certificate in the proper format (for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates claiming reservation/age relaxation), plus photocopy
- Valid NET/GATE score card/certificate (for posts requiring it)
- No Objection Certificate from Project Leader/HOD (only if already working in CSIR-NAL/CSIR)
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