NEERI Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Project Associate-I and Other Posts
January 20, 2026
Latest notifications for NEERI recruitment 2026 updated today are listed here. Below is the complete list of all National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) recruitment in India for the current year 2026 where you can find information on how you can apply and register for various opportunities:
CSIR NEERI Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 – Walk-In Interview for 02 Posts in Life Sciences | Last Date: 27th January 2026
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Project Associate-I under the project titled “Integrated bio based solutions to uplift multilayer plastic material (BIOLIFT)”. The recruitment is project-based, purely temporary, and offers 2 posts (anticipated up to 3). Candidates with M.Sc. or Integrated Master’s degrees in Microbiology, Biotechnology, or Life Sciences are eligible to attend the walk-in interview on 27 January 2026.
NEERI Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Project Associate-I Post in Chemistry | Last Date: 26th January 2026
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-NEERI) has announced the recruitment of Project Associate-I for a research project based in the Chemistry domain. The position is purely temporary and contractual, with potential engagement of up to two candidates. Candidates holding an M.Sc. in Chemistry are eligible to apply. The selection will be made through an online interview, and the last date to submit the online application is 26 January 2026.
CSIR – National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI)
Post Name
Project Associate-I
Education
M.Sc. in Chemistry
Total Vacancies
1 (Anticipated up to 2)
Apply Mode
Online
Job Location
Likely at NEERI zonal centers (project-dependent)
Last Date To Apply
26 January 2026
NEERI Vacancy
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Project Associate-I (2.1 PAT-I)
1
M.Sc. in Chemistry from a recognized university
Eligibility Criteria
Education
Essential: M.Sc. in Chemistry
Desirable: Candidates with experience or knowledge relevant to the specific project will be given preference (refer to official notification for more details)
Salary Structure
Qualification Basis
Salary
With CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET or GATE or national-level exam
₹31,000 + HRA
Without above qualifications
₹25,000 + HRA
Age Limit
Category
Upper Age Limit
All Candidates
35 years (as on 26 January 2026)
Age relaxation will be as per CSIR/Government norms.
Application Fee
No application fee is required.
Selection Process
Online Interview through platforms such as MS Teams/Skype
The interview schedule and details will be notified separately on the NEERI website