Overview Table
| Section | Details |
|---|
| Organization | CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory |
| Location | Pune |
| Advertisement No. | 2026/CSIR-NCL/CEPD/IHP260002/723 |
| Date of Notification | 24 April 2026 |
| Post Name | Project Associate-II |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Project Title | Development of a Protocol for Continuous Synthesis using Anionic Polymerization |
| Job Type | Temporary (Project-Based) |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria Type | Details |
|---|
| Educational Qualification (Option 1) | Master’s / Integrated Master’s in Natural, Agricultural, Pharmaceutical Sciences, MVSc, Animal Sciences |
| Educational Qualification (Option 2) | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Medicine + 2 years R&D experience |
| Educational Qualification (Option 3) | Master’s / Integrated Master’s in Engineering/Technology |
| Desirable Qualification | Master’s in Chemistry / Organic Chemistry + 2 years R&D experience |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years |
| Age Relaxation | SC/ST/PWD/Women: 5 years, OBC: 3 years |
Job Responsibilities
| Area | Details |
|---|
| Core Work | Polymer synthesis |
| Techniques Required | FTIR, NMR, GPC, DSC/TGA |
| Additional Skills | Data interpretation and analysis |
| Engineering Skills | Process development, calculations, chemical engineering fundamentals |
Salary Details
| Category | Monthly Salary |
|---|
| NET/GATE Qualified Candidates | ₹35,000 + HRA |
| Non-NET/GATE Candidates | ₹28,000 + HRA |
Application Process
| Step | Details |
|---|
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Official Website | https://jobs.ncl.res.in |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 May 2026 |
| Required Documents | Mark sheets, certificates, photo, signature |
| File Requirements | Photo (<50 KB), Signature (<25 KB), PDF documents |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 07 May 2026 |
| Shortlist Notification | 08 May 2026 |
| Interview Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Interview Mode | Online (Teams/Meet/WebEx) |
Important Instructions
| Point | Details |
|---|
| Selection Process | Screening + Online Interview |
| No TA/DA | Not provided |
| Job Nature | Temporary (Project-based) |
| Joining | Immediate after selection |
| Shortlisting | Based on qualifications and experience |
Important link
Official website – Click Here
Notification pdf link –Click Here