The CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research has released an official notification for multiple Project Staff vacancies under various research projects. This is a great opportunity for candidates from Pharmacy, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Zoology, and related fields.
The recruitment will be conducted through a Walk-In Interview process at CSIR-IITR Lucknow. A large number of posts are available for Project Associate, Project Assistant, Project Scientist, and Technical Support positions.
Overview of CSIR-IITR Recruitment 2026
| Organization | CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (IITR) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | IITR/Project Staff/03/2026 |
| Job Type | Temporary Project Staff |
| Interview Mode | Walk-In Interview |
| Interview Dates | 19 May 2026 & 20 May 2026 |
| Interview Time | 9:00 AM |
| Location | CSIR-IITR, Lucknow |
| Official Website | CSIR-IITR Official Website |
Important Interview Dates
| Posts | Interview Date | Reporting Time |
|---|---|---|
| Post 01 to 08 | 19 May 2026 | 9:00 AM |
| Post 09 to 16 | 20 May 2026 | 9:00 AM |
Candidates reporting after 10:00 AM will not be allowed to attend the interview.
CSIR-IITR Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
1. Project Associate-I (SSP-517)
Qualification
- Master’s Degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry
- Experience in water & wastewater analysis preferred
Salary
- ₹25,000 + 20% HRA per month
Age Limit
- 35 Years
2. Project Associate-I (Biotechnology/Microbiology)
Qualification
- Master’s Degree in Biotechnology/Microbiology/Environmental Sciences
Salary
- ₹25,000 + HRA
Work
- Water & wastewater sample analysis
3. Senior Project Associate
Qualification
- MSc Chemistry/Environmental Science with 4 years experience
OR - PhD in Chemistry/Environmental Science
Salary
- ₹42,000 + HRA
4. Project Associate-I (Pharma Eligible)
This post is highly suitable for M.Pharm and Pharma background students.
Qualification
- Master’s Degree in:
- Biochemistry
- Chemistry
- Pharma
- Biotechnology
- Nanotechnology
Preferred Skills
- Nanoparticle synthesis
- Nanomaterial characterization
Salary
- ₹25,000 + HRA
5. Project Associate-II
Qualification
- MSc Environmental Science/Chemistry
OR - B.Tech/M.Tech in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering
Salary
- ₹28,000 + HRA
Life Science & Biotechnology Posts
Several vacancies are available for Life Science, Biotechnology, Zoology, and Microbiology students.
Available Positions
- Project Associate-I
- Project Associate-II
- Project Technical Support-III
- Project Research Scientist-I
- Project Assistant-II
Eligible Streams
- Biotechnology
- Life Sciences
- Zoology
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- B.Tech Biotechnology
- M Pharma
- Forensic Science
Salary Details
| Post | Salary |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant-II | ₹20,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-I | ₹25,000 – ₹31,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-II | ₹28,000 – ₹35,000 + HRA |
| Senior Project Associate | ₹42,000 + HRA |
| Project Research Scientist-I | ₹56,000 + HRA |
Age Limit
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/Female/PwBD | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
Maximum age ranges between 35 to 40 years depending on the post.
Required Documents for Interview
Candidates must carry:
- Duly filled application form
- Original educational certificates
- Self-attested photocopies
- Passport-size photograph
- Experience certificates (if applicable)
Without original documents, candidates will not be allowed for interview.
How to Apply for CSIR-IITR Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official website
CSIR-IITR Website - Download the application form.
- Fill all details carefully.
- Attend the walk-in interview on the scheduled date with all documents.
Why This Recruitment is Important for Pharma Students
This recruitment offers excellent research exposure for:
- M.Pharm students
- B.Pharm graduates
- Biotechnology students
- Life Science researchers
Candidates will get opportunities to work on:
- Nanotechnology
- Toxicology
- Biomedical devices
- Drug safety evaluation
- Biosensor development
- Obesity & diabetes research
- Environmental testing
This can significantly strengthen research profiles for higher studies, PhD admissions, and future government research jobs.
Important Points
- No TA/DA will be provided.
- Positions are purely temporary.
- Selection will be based on walk-in interview.
- Candidates should report before 10 AM.
- Future empanelment may also be done.
