CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026 for 10 Project-Based Posts
February 8, 2026
CSIR–National Physical Laboratory, New Delhi, has released the official notification for CSIR NPL Recruitment 2026 to fill 10 temporary and contractual research positions under various externally funded and time-bound sponsored projects. These engagements are offered purely on a project basis and are meant for research-oriented candidates in areas such as Deep-Sea Exploration, Solar Photovoltaics, Quantum Metrology, Artificial Intelligence, Microfluidics, and Advanced Materials. The recruitment will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview process without any written examination. Eligible candidates holding qualifications such as M.Sc, M.Tech, Ph.D, B.Tech, ITI, or SSC are advised to carefully read the official notification and appear for the walk-in interview scheduled on 12 February 2026.
Name of Organization
CSIR – National Physical Laboratory
Post Name
SRF, JRF, Project Associate, Project Assistant, Research Intern
Education
SSC/ITI, B.Tech, M.Sc, M.Tech, Ph.D (post-wise as prescribed)
Total Vacancies
10
Salary
₹18,000 to ₹42,000 per month plus HRA (post-wise)
Age Limit
Up to 25–40 years (varies by post)
Application Fee
Not specified
Selection Process
Walk-in interview
Apply Mode
Walk-in
Job Location
New Delhi
Last Date To Apply
Walk-in on 12 February 2026
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
01
M.Tech/B.Tech/MCA with NET/GATE and research experience
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
02
M.Sc or B.Tech/B.E with NET/GATE
Project Assistant-I
01
10th pass with ITI (Electrical/Mechanical)
Senior Project Associate
03
Ph.D or Master’s degree with 3 years R&D experience
Project Associate-I
01
Master’s degree in relevant discipline
Research Intern
01
M.Sc (First Class) in Physics/Electronics
Project Associate-II
01
Master’s/B.Tech with 2 years experience
How to Apply
Visit the official CSIR-NPL website and download the application format if provided, or prepare a detailed biodata as per notification instructions.
Fill in all academic details starting from secondary examination onwards along with experience information.
Arrange original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies including certificates, mark sheets, experience proofs, NET/GATE certificates, and category certificates if applicable.
Report to the interview venue at Auditorium, CSIR–National Physical Laboratory, Dr. K.S. Krishnan Marg, New Delhi on 12 February 2026 between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Attend the walk-in interview on the same day after document verification. Candidates reporting after 10:00 AM will not be allowed to participate.