CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), a premier research laboratory under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of India, invites applications from qualified Indian nationals for engagement as Project Staff (Project Associate-I, Project Associate-II, and Senior Project Associate) on temporary and contract basis under various CSIR/Externally funded projects.
Eligible candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification and attend the Walk-in-Interview on 25th & 26th February 2026 with duly filled application form and required documents.
CSIR NAL Project Staff Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Project Associate-I, Project Associate-II, Senior Project Associate |
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| Total Vacancies |
05 Posts |
| Age Limit |
35 – 40 Years |
| Monthly Emoluments |
₹25,000/- + HRA to ₹42,000/- + HRA |
| Minimum Qualification |
BE/BTech/ME/MTech in Relevant Discipline |
| Application Fee |
Nil |
| Selection Process |
Walk-in-Interview |
| Job Location |
Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Walk-in Dates |
25 & 26 February 2026 |
CSIR NAL Project Staff Vacancies & Emoluments:
| Post Name | No of Vacancies | Monthly Salary |
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Project Associate-I (PAT-I) |
02 |
₹25,000/- + HRA |
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Project Associate-II (PAT-II – NET/GATE) |
02 |
₹35,000/- + HRA |
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Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT) |
01 |
₹42,000/- + HRA |
CSIR NAL Project Staff Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
Project Associate-I (PAT-I):
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Age Limit: 35 Years
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Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in Electronics & Communication OR Metallurgical Engineering/Materials Science & Engineering from a recognized University.
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Experience: No prior experience required.
Project Associate-II (PAT-II – NET/GATE):
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Age Limit: 35 Years
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Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication/EEE/Electrical/Control OR Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering with 2 years R&D experience OR Master’s/Integrated Master’s in relevant discipline.
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Mandatory: Qualified NET/GATE or equivalent national-level examination.
Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT):
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Age Limit: 40 Years
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Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Electrical/Electronics & Communication with 3 years R&D experience OR Master’s/Integrated Master’s in relevant discipline with 2 years R&D experience.
CSIR NAL Project Staff Recruitment 2026 Selection Process:
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The selection will be based on performance in the Walk-in-Interview.
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Shortlisting/written test may be conducted if large number of candidates appear.
CSIR NAL Project Staff Recruitment 2026 Application Fee:
- No Application Fee
Important Dates:
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Date of Notification |
18 February 2026 |
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Walk-in-Interview Dates |
25 & 26 February 2026 |
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Reporting Time |
08:30 AM – 09:30 AM |
Important Links:
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CSIR NAL Project Staff Official Notification & Application Form |
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CSIR NAL Official Website |
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✅ How to Apply CSIR NAL Project Staff Recruitment 2026:
Eligible candidates should download the application form from the official notification and attend the Walk-in-Interview at CSIR-NAL RAB Meeting Complex, Adjacent to SBI NAL Branch, Kodihalli, Bengaluru – 560017.
➢ Report between 08:30 AM – 09:30 AM on 25/02/2026 or 26/02/2026 for registration & document verification.
➢ Bring duly filled application form, latest photograph, original certificates + photocopies (education, experience, NET/GATE scorecard if applicable, caste/Aadhaar/ID proof).
➢ No registration after 09:30 AM. No TA/DA will be provided.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies in CSIR NAL Project Staff Recruitment 2026?
05 posts (02 Project Associate-I + 02 Project Associate-II + 01 Senior Project Associate).
What are the emoluments in CSIR NAL Project Staff Recruitment 2026?
Project Associate-I: ₹25,000/- + HRA | Project Associate-II: ₹35,000/- + HRA | Senior Project Associate: ₹42,000/- + HRA.
What is the age limit for CSIR NAL Project Staff Recruitment 2026?
35 Years for PA-I & PA-II | 40 Years for Senior Project Associate (Relaxation as per rules).
What is the selection process for CSIR NAL Project Staff Recruitment 2026?
Walk-in-Interview (Possible shortlisting if large applications).
What are the walk-in interview dates for CSIR NAL Project Staff Recruitment 2026?
25 February 2026 & 26 February 2026 (Reporting: 08:30 AM – 09:30 AM).