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CSIR-CEERI Recruitment 2026 - Project Staff

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CSIR-Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute Pilani, Rajasthan Government · Contract
9 Total Vacancies
31 Aug 2026 Last Date to Apply
₹25,000 - ₹42,000 Salary / Month
Free Application Fee
0 - 40 yrs Age Limit

About This Recruitment

CSIR-Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CEERI), Pilani, has invited online applications for engagement of Project Staff under Advertisement No. PF-07/2026 dated 17 August 2026. The recruitment is for purely temporary project engagements for ongoing projects at the Institute. The advertisement covers Project Associate-I, Senior PAT and JRF positions with a total of 9 positions across four project/post groups. Projects include multilevel capacity building and skilling in industry-aligned emerging technologies, hardware authentication, development of an integrated flight controller for a loitering munition unmanned aerial vehicle project, and development of wide-bandgap semiconductor based power electronics systems for electric vehicles. Engagement is initially for six months or co-terminus with the present project or until the project work exists, whichever is earlier, and may be extended in six-month periods based on satisfactory performance. The total tenure as specified project staff categories in CSIR-CEERI/CSIR laboratories cannot exceed six years. Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email/Institute website and may be interviewed online through Microsoft Teams. Selected candidates are expected to join immediately.

Quick Facts

Total Vacancies Project Staff

9 Posts

Vacancies9
Last Date Online Application

31 August 2026, 5:00 PM

Date2026-08-31
Time05:00 PM
Application Mode Online

Online Application

ModeOnline
Job Location CSIR-CEERI

Pilani, Rajasthan

CityPilani
StateRajasthan
Maximum Age Highest Applicable Limit

40 Years

Maximum Age40
Initial Tenure Project Engagement

Six months initially or co-terminus with the present project or until the project work for the Project Staff exists, whichever is earlier.

Initial Period6 months
Extension Subject to Performance and Project

The tenure may be extended in steps of six months for the duration of the project based on satisfactory performance.

Extension Period6 months
Maximum Project Staff Tenure CSIR-CEERI / CSIR

The total tenure as Project Associate-I, Project Associate-II, Senior PAT, JRF, SRF, Project Assistant-I and Project Assistant-II or equivalent designation cannot exceed six years in any case.

Maximum Years6
Nature of Appointment Temporary Project Engagement

These are purely temporary project engagements and are not CSIR-CEERI or CSIR regular posts. The engagement does not confer any right to claim, implicitly or explicitly, any regular post in CSIR-CEERI or CSIR.

Regular Post0
Date of Birth Proof Required

Valid proof of date of birth such as 10th Standard certificate or other valid DOB certificate must be uploaded.

Required1
Recruitment Queries CSIR-CEERI

Sh. Sanjay Khangar, Section Officer, CSIR-CEERI, Pilani. Email: temp.recruitment.ceeri@csir.res.in. Phone: 01596-252275.

NameSh. Sanjay Khangar
Emailtemp.recruitment.ceeri@csir.res.in
Phone01596-252275
DesignationSection Officer
Technical Queries Advanced Information Technologies Group

Sh. Jagmohan Pathak, Advanced Information Technologies Group, CSIR-CEERI, Pilani. Email: pathakjt.ceeri@csir.res.in. Phone: 01596-252282.

NameSh. Jagmohan Pathak
Emailpathakjt.ceeri@csir.res.in
Phone01596-252282

Eligibility

Previous CSIR Project Staff Service Six-Year Limit

Candidates who have already served CSIR-CEERI or any other CSIR laboratory/institute as project staff for a total period of six years or more are not eligible. Candidates with less than six years of such service may be engaged only up to the remaining period.

Maximum Service Years6
Category Certificate If Applicable

SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/EWS candidates must upload the applicable category certificate.

Required If Applicable1

Educational Qualification

Project Associate-I - Post Code 3402 Essential Qualification

Four years B.Tech./B.E. in Electronics, Electronics and Communication, Electrical, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronics or M.Sc. in Electronics/Physics or equivalent from a recognized university or equivalent. Preferable experience includes digital or analog integrated circuit design flow, hardware accelerator design, HDL modelling and EDA tools such as Xilinx, Synopsys and Cadence.

Post Code3402
Project Associate-I - Post Code 3403 Essential Qualification

Four years B.Tech./B.E. in Electrical, Electronics, Electronics and Communication, Computer Science, Computer and Electronics or M.Sc. in Electronics or equivalent from a recognized university or equivalent. Desirable qualification includes a Master’s Degree in Engineering or Technology and experience in analog IC design, mixed-signal circuit design and silicon validation.

Post Code3403
Senior PAT - Post Code 3404 Essential Qualification

M.Tech./Ph.D. in Computer Science, IT, ECE, Robotics, EEE, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Instrumentation or equivalent; alternatively, B.Tech. in the prescribed disciplines with hardware compatibility with PX4 and 3 years relevant experience. Desirable proficiency includes embedded C, PCB design, software development, PX4, ROS and Linux integration.

Post Code3404
Project Associate-I - Post Code 3404 Essential Qualification

B.Tech. in Computer Science, IT, ECE, Robotics, EEE, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Instrumentation or equivalent qualification.

Post Code3404
JRF - Post Code 3405 Essential Qualification

Graduate degree/B.E./B.Tech./Post Graduate degree/M.E./M.Tech. in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation, Computer Science or equivalent discipline, with selection through CSIR-UGC NET, GATE or specified national-level examinations conducted by Central Government departments/agencies/institutions.

Post Code3405
Academic Certificates Required

Candidates must upload scanned copies of applicable academic certificates including 10th, 12th, Diploma, Graduation and Post-Graduation certificates/mark sheets. The relevant qualification certificate and percentage/CGPA/DGPA/grade must be clearly available.

Required1
NET / GATE Certificate If Applicable

NET, GATE or other equivalent examination qualification certificate must be uploaded where applicable, particularly for positions where such qualification is part of the eligibility.

Required If Applicable1
Experience Certificate Where Required

Experience certificate must be uploaded for posts where experience is an essential qualification.

Required If Applicable1

Age Limit

Age Limit Position-wise

PAT-I/Project Associate-I: 35 years; Senior PAT: 40 years; JRF: 30 years.

Jrf30
Pat I35
Senior Pat40
Age Relaxation Reserved Categories

Age relaxation of 5 years is applicable to OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwBD, Third Gender candidates and women as stated in the advertisement. OBC relaxation is separately specified as 3 years under the general conditions; candidates should follow the applicable provision for their category.

Obc3
Sc St Pwbd Women Third Gender5

Vacancy Details

Project Associate-I (PAT-I) Post Code 3402

5 Posts

GroupSocietal Electronics Group (SEG)
Age Limit35 Years
EmolumentRs. 37,000/- or Rs. 30,000/- + HRA
Post Code3402
Vacancies5

Project: GAP-3423 - Multilevel capacity building and skilling in industry-aligned emerging technologies

Project Associate-I (PAT-I) Post Code 3403

1 Post

GroupSocietal Electronics Group (SEG)
Age Limit35 Years
EmolumentRs. 37,000/- or Rs. 30,000/- + HRA
Post Code3403
Vacancies1

Project: GAP-3422 - SARTHI: Securing Accelerators using logic obfuscated hardware authentication

Senior PAT Post Code 3404

1 Post

Age Limit40 Years
EmolumentRs. 42,000/-
Post Code3404
Vacancies1

Group: Advanced Information Technologies Group (AITG)

Project: MMP015204 - Design and Development of working Prototype of 150 kg Category loitering munition unmanned aerial vehicle (LM-UAV), WP-4 Development of an integrated LMV flight controller

Project Associate-I (PAT-I) Post Code 3404

1 Post

Age Limit35 Years
EmolumentRs. 31,000/- or Rs. 25,000/-
Post Code3404
Vacancies1

Group: Advanced Information Technologies Group (AITG)

Project: MMP015204 - Design and Development of working Prototype of 150 kg Category loitering munition unmanned aerial vehicle (LM-UAV), WP-4 Development of an integrated LMV flight controller

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Post Code 3405

1 Post

Age Limit30 Years
EmolumentRs. 37,000/- + HRA
Post Code3405
Vacancies1

Group: High-Power Microwave Systems Group (HPMSG)

Project: GAP-3250 - Development of wide-bandgap semiconductors based highly efficient power electronics systems for Electric Vehicle

Syllabus

As Applicable

HRA will be admissible as per CSIR guidelines and subject to availability of funds in the project.

Hra Available1

Selection Process

Online Application Step 1

Eligible candidates must submit their application through the CSIR-CEERI Project Staff Recruitment online portal before the deadline.

Step1
Screening Step 2

Applications will be screened by a duly constituted Standing Screening Committee. The Committee may prescribe different shortlisting criteria according to project requirements.

Step2
Interview Step 3

Shortlisted candidates may be called for interview through email. Interviews may be conducted online through Microsoft Teams, with candidates allowed to join as guests.

ModeOnline Interview / In Person Interview
Step3
Document Verification Step 4

Selected candidates must produce original testimonials, application form, mark sheets, certificates and passport-size photograph at the time of joining.

Step4

Salary / Pay Scale

Senior PAT Post Code 3404

Rs. 42,000/- per month

PostSenior PAT
Amount42000
Project Associate-I / PAT-I As applicable

Rs. 37,000/- or Rs. 31,000/- or Rs. 30,000/- or Rs. 25,000/- per month depending on post and applicable eligibility criteria.

Amounts:

  • 37000
  • 31000
  • 30000
  • 25000

JRF Post Code 3405

Rs. 37,000/- per month + HRA

Hra1
Amount37000
Project Associate-II If applicable under Post Code 3405

Rs. 35,000/- for eligible scholars selected through specified national eligibility/selection processes or Rs. 28,000/- for others, plus HRA as applicable.

Hra1

Amounts:

  • 35000
  • 28000

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 9 positions advertised under Advertisement No. PF-07/2026.

The last date and time for submitting the online application is 31 August 2026 at 5:00 PM.

The advertisement includes Project Associate-I/PAT-I, Senior PAT and Junior Research Fellow positions across four project codes.

The maximum age is 35 years for PAT-I/Project Associate-I, 40 years for Senior PAT and 30 years for JRF.

Monthly consolidated emoluments range from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 42,000 depending on the position and applicable eligibility. HRA is admissible as per applicable guidelines for relevant positions.

No. These are purely temporary project engagements and do not confer any right to a regular CSIR-CEERI or CSIR post.

The engagement is initially for six months or co-terminus with the project or until the project work exists, whichever is earlier. It may be extended in six-month periods based on satisfactory performance.

Applications will be screened by a Standing Screening Committee. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview, which may be conducted online through Microsoft Teams.

The engagement is with CSIR-Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute at Pilani, Rajasthan.

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification: Qualifications vary by project and post. Eligible candidates include B.E./B.Tech./M.E./M.Tech./Ph.D./M.Sc. and other equivalent qualifications in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics & Communication, Computer Science, IT, Robotics, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Instrumentation, Physics and r

  • Candidates must possess the essential qualification prescribed for the respective post/project as on 31 August 2026
  • Project Associate-I positions require the prescribed B.Tech./B.E./M.Sc. or equivalent qualification
  • Senior PAT requires M.Tech./Ph.D. or prescribed B.Tech./equivalent qualification with relevant experience
  • JRF requires the prescribed graduate/postgraduate qualification and selection through CSIR-UGC NET, GATE or specified national-level examinations
  • Project Associate-II requires the prescribed qualification and, where applicable, at least 2 years of R&D experience
  • Maximum age for PAT-I and Project Associate-I is 35 years
  • Maximum age for Senior PAT is 40 years
  • Maximum age for JRF is 30 years
  • Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India and CSIR instructions
  • Candidates who have already served as project staff in CSIR-CEERI or another CSIR laboratory for 6 years or more are not eligible
  • Candidates who have served for less than 6 years may be engaged only up to the remaining period within the maximum six-year project-staff tenure
  • The positions are purely temporary project engagements and do not confer any right to regular appointment in CSIR-CEERI or CSIR
  • Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions on the last date of application

Maximum age varies by position: 35 years for PAT-I/Project Associate-I, 40 years for Senior PAT and 30 years for JRF. Relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC, or as per applicable Government of India instructions.

Important Dates

Advertisement Date Official Notification

17 August 2026

Last Date to Apply Online Application

31 August 2026, 5:00 PM

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