CSMCRI, Bhavnagar recruitment of Project Associates – 2026

csmcriCentral Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute
Gijubhai Badheka Marg, Bhavnagar – 364002
Gujarat, INDIA

Applications are invited from talented and motivated candidates for recruitment to various temporary positions under different CSIR-sponsored projects at CSIR-CSMCRI, Bhavnagar, as detailed below.

S. No. Project Title Position Vacancies Maximum Age Monthly Remuneration Required Qualification
1 Functional polymer grafting onto Ce-based framework for improving durability and efficiency of PFAS-free proton exchange membrane Project Associate-I 04 35 Years ₹31,000 + HRA (NET/GATE qualified) / ₹25,000 + HRA (Others) M.Sc. in Chemistry / Chemical Science from a recognised university
2 Electro-deionization system for production of electrolyser-grade ultrapure water for hydrogen generation Project Associate-I 05 35 Years ₹31,000 + HRA / ₹25,000 + HRA 03 Posts: M.Sc. Chemistry / Chemical Science
02 Posts: B.E./B.Tech in Chemical / Mechanical / Production / Automobile Engineering / Chemical Technology
3 Microalgal-based sustainable aviation fuel through biorefinery model Senior Project Associate / Project Associate-I 02 40 Years (Senior), 35 Years (PAT-I) ₹42,000 + HRA (Senior)
₹31,000 + HRA / ₹25,000 + HRA (PAT-I)
Senior: M.Sc. Marine Biology with 3 years experience
PAT-I: B.E./B.Tech in Biotechnology / Bioprocess / Fermentation / Biochemical Engineering
4 Biomass to Chemicals: Green approach towards circular economy and sustainability Project Associate-I / Project Assistant-II 09 35 Years ₹31,000 + HRA / ₹25,000 + HRA (PAT-I)
₹20,000 + HRA (PA-II)
M.Sc. Chemistry / Chemical Sciences / Biotechnology / Biological Sciences / B.E./B.Tech Biotechnology related fields / B.Sc relevant subjects
5 Extraction / enrichment of critical metals and metalloids from marine resources Project Associate-I 01 35 Years ₹31,000 + HRA / ₹25,000 + HRA M.Sc. in Chemistry / Chemical Sciences / Hydrochemistry
6 High-productivity membrane design for desalination and mineral-balanced purified water Project Associate-I / Project Assistant-II 06 35 Years ₹31,000 + HRA / ₹25,000 + HRA (PAT-I)
₹20,000 + HRA (PA-II)
M.Sc. Chemistry / B.E./B.Tech Chemical or Mechanical Engineering / Diploma Engineering / B.Sc relevant subjects
7 Hydrodynamic and sediment management solutions for Gujarat solar salt industry under climate change Project Associate-I 02 35 Years ₹31,000 + HRA / ₹25,000 + HRA B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering. Preference for Water Resources / Coastal / Hydraulic / GIS / Structural Engineering
8 Generation of pure brine in solar salt fields for direct feed to soda ash industry Project Associate-I / Project Associate-II 08 35 Years PAT-I: ₹31,000 + HRA / ₹25,000 + HRA
PAT-II: ₹35,000 + HRA / ₹28,000 + HRA
M.Sc. Chemistry / Chemical Sciences or B.E./B.Tech Civil / Chemical / Mechanical Engineering. PAT-II requires experience or PG degree

Disclaimer / Important Terms:

  1. These positions are purely temporary and will continue only up to the duration of the respective project. The total engagement period of project staff across CSIR-CSMCRI, Bhavnagar or any other CSIR laboratory/institute shall not exceed six years under any circumstances. This appointment will not provide any right or claim for extension or regular absorption in CSIR-CSMCRI.
  2. Age relaxation will be applicable as per CSIR rules and guidelines.
  3. Candidates are allowed to apply for more than one post. However, separate application forms must be submitted for each post to the concerned Project Investigator through the respective email ID mentioned in the advertisement. Applications should be sent in the prescribed format along with all mark sheets and certificates combined into a single PDF file. The last date to submit applications is 05.05.2026.
  4. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview. The interview process will be conducted in hybrid mode, both online and offline.
  5. No TA/DA will be provided to candidates appearing for the interview.
  6. Bright, talented, and motivated candidates may also be considered for admission to the Ph.D. programme of the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), subject to fulfillment of the prescribed eligibility norms.

For full details, refer to the official  notification: https://www.csmcri.res.in/node/10759

Application Form: Click to download

CSMCRI walk-in for JRF and Project Assistant – 2018

CSIR-Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute
G. B. Marg, Bhavnagar-364002 (Gujarat)

CSIR-CSMCRI is a leading research institute of international standards under CSIR. Energetic and highly motivated young personals are required to work under OECT-ONGC sponsored project concern with hydrogen generation by water splitting.

Details of Posts/Qualifications:
Post: JRF/Project Assistant-II: 2 Posts

Qualification:
JRF: M.Sc. (Chemistry) and CSIR/UGC-NET/GATE qualified.
Project Assistant-II: M.Sc. (Chemistry) with at least 55% marks.

Job requirement: Preparations of nanoparticle embedded polymer membranes for water splitting and hydrogen production by membrane electrolysis. Computer knowledge is essential.

Fellowship:
JRF: Rs. 25000/ + HRA (As per CSIR/CSMCRI rule).
Project Assistant-II: Rs. 25000/ fixed.

Age:
JRF: Should not be more than 28 years on 06th July, 2018.
Project Assistant-II: Should not be more than 30 years on 06th July, 2018.

Age relaxation is applicable as per CSIR rule.

Duration: One year or completion of the project, whichever will earlier.

This post is purely temporary for the first instant, however may be extended depending on the terms and conditions of funding agency and performance of the candidate. It would, therefore, not confer any right /claim implicit or explicit for any candidates for claiming extension or absorption in CSIR-CSMCRI/CSIR. For any query please contact to: [email protected] by email. Interested candidates may attend the written test/interview, along with all original certificates and application, at CSIR-Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute, G. B. Marg, Bhavnagar-364002 (Gujarat) on 06-07-2018 (Friday) at 09.30 AM.

No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

For more details, visit: http://www.csmcri.org/Pages/Jobs/Job_Details.php?Job_ID=477&Post=JRF/Project%20Assistant-II

Scientist Recruitment in Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute

Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSMCRI) is a premier national laboratory under CSIR, New Delhi. The Institute undertakes a wide range of basic and applied R&D projects spanning the areas of chemistry, biology and engineering. The Institute has excellent infrastructure by way of sophisticated analytical instruments, modern laboratories, pilot plants, library, local area network and workshop

Applications are invited in the prescribed form from talented and result-oriented Indian Nationals for 10 posts of Scientists (4 in PB-4 and 6 in PB-3) in the areas of Salt & Marine Chemicals, Wasteland Research, Public Relations, Planning, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, Science Dissemination in Hindi and Energy Research, respectively.

Post No. 1 : Discipline Coordinator – Salt & Marine Chemicals (Pay Band 4) (UR)

Essential Educational Qualification and Experience:

Ph. D. in the area of Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Civil Engineering/Salt Technology with minimum additional 3 years/6years relevant experience for consideration at Principal Scientist/Senior Principal Scientist level.

Post No. 2 : Discipline Coordinator – Wasteland Research (Pay Band 4) (UR)

Essential Educational Qualification and Experience:

Ph. D. in the area of Agronomy/Agricultural Engineering/ Agricultural Science with minimum additional 3 years/6years relevant experience for consideration at Principal Scientist/Senior Principal Scientist level.

Post No. 3 : Head – Public Relations and Science Communication (Pay Band 4 ) (UR)

Essential Educational Qualification and Experience:

Ph. D. in Science/Engineering/Management discipline with minimum additional 3 years/6years relevant experience in science communication for consideration at Principal Scientist/Senior Principal Scientist level.

Post No. 4 : Head – Planning & Project Management Cell (Pay Band 4) (UR)

Essential Educational Qualification and Experience:

Ph. D. in Management/Economics/Science/Engineering with minimum additional 3 years/6years teaching/research/working experience in statistical methods/project management tools/planning for consideration at Principal Scientist/Senior Principal Scientist level.

Post No. 5 : Mechanical Engineer (Pay Band – 3 ) (Reserved for OBC)

Essential Educational Qualification and Experience:

For the post of Scientist: ME/M.Tech. or Ph.D (Submitted) in the area of Mechanical Engineering ; for the post of Senior Scientist: ME/M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 3 years experience or Ph. D. in the above areas.

Post No. 6 : Civil Engineer (Pay Band – 3 ) (Reserved for OBC).

Essential Educational Qualification and Experience:

For the post of Scientist: M.E./M.Tech. or Ph.D (Submitted) in the area of Civil/Structural Engineering; for the post of Senior Scientist: M.E./M.Tech in Civil/Structural Engineering with 3 years experience or Ph. D. in the above areas.

Post No. 7 : Chemical Engineer (Pay Band – 3) (Reserved for OBC).

Essential Educational Qualification and Experience: For the post of Scientist: ME/M.Tech. or Ph.D (Submitted) in the area of Chemical Engineering; for the post of Senior Scientist: ME/M.Tech in Chemical Engineering with 3 years experience or Ph. D. in the above area.

Post No. 8 : Scientist – Analytical Division (Pay Band – 3) (Reserved for SC).

Essential Educational Qualification and Experience: For the post of Scientist: Ph. D. in the area of Chemistry/Material Science (submitted) with research in analytical method development; for the post of Senior Scientist: Ph. D. in the area of Chemistry/Material Science with minimum additional 2 years research experience in analytical method development.

Post No. 9 : Scientist – Science Dissemination in Hindi (Pay Band – 3) (Reserved for ST).

Essential Educational Qualification and Experience:

For the post of Scientist: ME/M.Tech. or Ph.D (Submitted) in science stream; for the post of Senior Scientist: ME/M.Tech with 3 years experience or Ph. D. (Engg.) or Ph. D. in science stream with 2 years experience. Candidates who apply must have a flair for scientific communication both in Hindi and English.

Post No. 10: Scientist – Energy Research (In Pay Band – 3) (Reserved for ST).

Essential Educational Qualification and Experience:

For the post of Scientist: ME/M.Tech. or Ph.D (Submitted) in the area of Mechanical Engineering/Chemical Engineering/Energy Technology; for the post of Senior Scientist: ME/M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering/Chemical Engineering/Energy Technology with 3 years experience or Ph. D. in the above areas.

How To Apply:

The prescribed application forms together with instructions may be obtained free of cost from the Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute, Gijubhai Badheka Marg, Bhavnagar – 364 002 (Gujarat), by sending a requisition along with a self-addressed duly stamped envelope [(worth Rs.10/-)(size 11″ X 5″)] which should reach the Section Officer (R&A), Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute, Gijubhai Badheka Marg, Bhavnagar – 364 021, Gujarat, on or before 19.12.2011.The application form can also be downloaded from the Institute’s website: www.csmcri.org.

Duly completed applications accompanied by attested copies of the certificates/testimonials in support of age, educational qualification, experience, caste etc., along with a nonrefundable fee of Rs.100/- (Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe / Physically Handicapped candidates & regular employees of CSIR are exempted from payment of application fee) in the form of Demand Draft drawn in favour of the Director, CSMCRI on any Nationalized Bank payable at Bhavnagar must reach the Administrative Officer,
Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute, Gijubhai Badheka Marg, Bhavnagar – 364 002 (Guj.) on or before 16.01.2012. SC / ST / Physically Handicapped candidates should enclose a copy of certificate in the prescribed proforma issued by the competent authority in support of their claim for exemption of fee along with application form.

Last Date: 16.01.2012

Download Application Form and Notificaiton Click here

Central Salt And Marine Chemicals Research Institute Notification for Project Assistants

Central Salt And Marine Chemicals Research Institute, Gijubhai Badheka Marg, Bhavnagar– conducts Walk-In Interview for Project Assistant level –I and III to work in the research project ‘Biofuel from marine microalgae’. ‘Biofuel from marine microalgae’ 

Number of Posts :- 3, GEN

Salary:  Rs. 8000

Qualification:

Essential qualifications-

(2 Posts) Diploma (50%  in qualifying examination) in Civil Engineering/Chemical Engineering/Mechanical engineering/ Power Engineer/Electrical / Electronics Engineer

Desirable: Knowledge of Autocad and other software’s will be an added advantage. Job Requirement: Knowledge and interpretation of results from solar photovoltaic systems, designing of tracking circuits for solar gadgets. Application of solar system in mass cultivation of microalgae. Development of indigenous mathematical model for gadgets related to renewable energy, data generation and validation. Design and fabrication of gadgets related to renewable energy.

Essential qualifications- (1 Post) Second Class (50% in qualifying examination) in M.Sc. Microbiology

Desirable: candidates having laboratory experience will be preferred.

Job Requirement: Isolation and screening of microbes for production of biopolymers.

 The posts are purely temporary for duration of sponsored project/scheme only. It would, therefore, not confer any right/claim implicit or explicit for any candidates for claiming extension or absorption in CSMCRI/CSIR.

Age limit: Age limit for Project assistant at level I/III should not be more than 25/28/32 years respectively as on the date of interview. However, upper age limit may be relaxed as per CSIR rules for the SC/ ST/ OBC/ Handicapped candidates.

Selection Process: The interested candidates meeting the above stated requirements may attend the walk-in-interview with a copy of detailed bio-data enclosing photocopies of all certificates, reprints etc. along with the original certificates of qualification, experience etc. in support of their claim on 29 November  2011 at 10:00 A.M. at Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute, Gijubhai Badheka Marg, Bhavnagar-364021.

Interview Date: 29-11.2011

Check CSMCRI website for more information