CSIR TKDL Project Associate Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

Age Limit

• Maximum age limit: 35 years. Age relaxation as per CSIR/Government of India rules for reserved categories.

Eligibility Details

Project Associate-I (Material Science)

• B.E./B.Tech in Materials Engineering/Materials Science & Engineering, Mineral Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Master’s Degree in Material Science/Chemistry or equivalent.

Project Associate-I (Metallurgy)

• B.E./B.Tech in Metallurgy/Metallurgical Engineering or Master’s Degree in Chemistry or equivalent.

Project Associate-I (Patent)

• B.E./B.Tech in Metallurgy/Metallurgical Engineering/Materials Engineering/Materials Science & Engineering/Mineral Engineering/Chemical Engineering or Master’s Degree in Material Science/Chemistry or equivalent.

Project Associate-I (Agriculture)

• Master’s/Integrated Master’s Degree in Agriculture/Agronomy/Horticulture/Animal Science/any Veterinary Sciences/Zoology from a recognized University or equivalent.

Project Associate-I (IT)

• B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science/Information Technology or MCA from a recognized University.

Important Dates

• Last date to submit online application: 23-07-2026
• Walk-in Written Test/Interview (TKM01, TKM02, TKM03): 27-07-2026
• Walk-in Written Test/Interview (TKA01, TKA02): 28-07-2026

Application Fees

• General/OBC: Nil
• SC/ST: Nil

Additional Instructions

• The recruitment is forContract positions with potential walk-in interviews on specified dates. Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before applying. Download and read the official notification PDF for complete details on vacancy distribution, salary, selection process, and instructions. Ensure online submission is completed before the last date and retain a copy of the submitted application for reference.