CSIR Director Recruitment 2026 - Offline Application for Director Post

45 to 56 years

Eligibility Details

Qualification

• Ph.D. in Natural Sciences or Master’s Degree in Engineering. For Engineering, a Ph.D. is desirable.

Essential Qualification

• Ph.D. in Natural Sciences or Master’s Degree in Engineering (Ph.D. desirable for Engineering).

Desirable Qualification

• Ph.D. is desirable for Engineering.

Experience

• At least 16 years of experience in Research and Development with a focus on translational research, demonstrated leadership, and a proven track record in managing multidisciplinary teams.

Important Dates

• Offline application submission last date: 28-01-2026 (as mentioned in some sections of the notice).
• Last date in overview: 28 February 2026.
• Updated: 21 January 2026.

Application Fees

• No specific application fee information is provided in the notice. If fees are applicable, they should be verified in the official notification.

How to Apply

• The Director (Recruitment Cell), CSIR, Anusandhan Bhawan, 2, Rafi Marg, New Delhi-110001 welcomes offline applications. Applicants should submit detailed bio-data highlighting scientific and translational contributions, along with publications/patents. A brief bio-data in the pro-forma given in the notice may also be sent.
• The last date for receipt of applications is 28 February 2026.

Additional Notes

• Relaxation in qualifications, age, and experience may be granted in exceptional cases with the approval of DG, CSIR.
• The appointment is for a tenure of six years or till superannuation, in Level 15 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 1,82,200 - 2,24,100) with admissible allowances. The tenure can be renewed only in exceptional cases.
• The CSIR environment emphasizes leadership in multidisciplinary R&D and technology development with opportunities for IP creation and societal impact.