CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CSIR-CECRI) is conducting a walk-in interview for the engagement of talented candidates for various project positions on a temporary basis. The positions are tenable at the CSIR-CECRI Chennai Unit.
Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
| Department | CSIR – Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CSIR-CECRI) |
| Employment Type | Temporary / Project Basis |
| Job Title | Senior Project Associate, Project Associate, Project Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 08 |
| Interview Date | 08.10.2025 |
| Interview Time | Reporting at 08:30 AM (No entry after 09:30 AM) |
| Location | CSIR-CECRI Chennai Unit, Taramani, Chennai |
| Application Method | Walk-in-Interview |
| Official Site | www.cecri.res.in[1] |
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Post and Vacancy Details
| Position Code | Name of the Position | No. of Positions |
| P01 | Senior Project Associate | 02 |
| P02 | Project Associate – II | 01 |
| P03 | Project Associate – I | 03 |
| P04 | Project Assistant – II | 01 |
| P05 | Project Assistant – I | 01 |
| Total | 08 |
Salary Details
The monthly emoluments for the positions are as follows (HRA is additional):
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- Senior Project Associate: ₹42,000/-
- Project Associate – II: ₹28,000/-
- Project Associate – I:
- ₹31,000/- for candidates with CSIR-UGC NET/GATE or equivalent national exam qualification.
- ₹25,000/- for other candidates.
- Project Assistant – II: ₹20,000/-
- Project Assistant – I: ₹18,000/-
Educational Qualification
- Senior Project Associate (P01): M.E/M.Tech in relevant engineering fields with 2 years of R&D experience OR Ph.D. in Physical/Chemical Sciences with 2 years of R&D experience.
- Project Associate – II (P02): B.E/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering with 2 years of R&D experience OR M.Tech in Chemical Engineering.
- Project Associate – I (P03): B.E/B.Tech in various engineering disciplines (Mechanical, ECE, etc.) OR M.Sc. in Chemistry.
- Project Assistant – II (P04): B.Sc. in Chemistry.
- Project Assistant – I (P05): 10th + ITI in Electronics Mechanic or COPA.
Age Limit
- Senior Project Associate: 40 Years
- Project Associate – II / I: 35 Years
- Project Assistant – II / I: 35 Years
- Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Women candidates is applicable as per government norms.
Selection Process
The selection will be based on performance in a walk-in interview. If a large number of candidates appear, a written test may be conducted for shortlisting purposes.
How to Apply
- Download the application form from the official CECRI website:
https://www.cecri.res.in/Opportunities.aspx. - Fill out the application form completely.
- Attend the walk-in interview on 08th October 2025 at the CECRI Chennai Unit, Taramani, Chennai.
- Reporting time is 08:30 AM. No candidate will be allowed entry after 09:30 AM.
- Bring the filled application form, one recent passport-size photo, and all original certificates (plus one set of photocopies) for educational qualification, age, caste, and experience.
Instructions
- The engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project tenure.
- Final year students awaiting results are not eligible.
- The date for determining qualification and age limit is the date of the interview.
- Selected candidates may be provided with accommodation if available, or HRA will be paid.
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
| Walk-in-Interview | 08.10.2025 (Reporting at 08:30 AM) |
| Venue | CECRI Chennai Unit, Taramani, Chennai |
Important Links
- Notification Link: Click here
- Application Link : Click Here
