CSIR-CSMCRI Project Associate – I Recruitment 2025
The Central Salt & Marine
Chemicals Research Institute (CSIR-CSMCRI), one of India’s premier research institutions under CSIR, has announced a walk-in recruitment for the Project Associate – I
(PAT-I) position.
This post is part of Project No. HCP-0024
(WP-02), Phase-III, titled “Development of improved Kappaphycus
and Gracilaria variants for better growth & stress tolerance through a
non-GMO approach.” Candidates with a Master’s in Biotechnology
and skills in molecular biology
techniques are strongly encouraged to apply.
Let’s walk
you through all the key details you need before submitting your application. 🧪🌱
📌 Key
Highlights – CSIR-CSMCRI Project Associate I Vacancy 2025
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Category |
Details |
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Organization |
CSIR
– Central Salt & Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSIR-CSMCRI) |
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Advertisement No. |
CSIR-CSMCRI/APB/KT/2025/1 |
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Project Title |
Development
of improved Kappaphycus and Gracilaria variants… (Non-GMO approach) |
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Post Name |
Project
Associate – I (PAT-I) |
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Total Vacancies |
01 |
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Location |
CSIR-CSMCRI,
Bhavnagar |
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Mode of Interview |
Physical
Interview |
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Last Date to Apply |
11
July 2025 |
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Name of the Post – Vacancy and Qualifications
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Post Name |
No. of Posts |
Required Qualification |
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Project
Associate – I |
01 |
M.Sc.
in Biotechnology |
✅ Eligibility
Criteria – Are You the Right Fit?
To be
eligible for this position, you must meet the following criteria:
·
Hold an M.Sc. degree in
Biotechnology from a recognized institution.
·
Have hands-on experience or
knowledge in molecular biology techniques (preferred but not
mandatory).
·
Be below the upper age limit of 35 years as of the last
date of application.
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Educational Qualification – What You Need to Apply
Here’s what
the institute expects from applicants:
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A Master’s degree in
Biotechnology.
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Candidates with a solid foundation in molecular biology techniques will have an added
advantage.
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Your academic background will be a major criterion in
shortlisting.
🎂 Age
Limit – Maximum Age Criteria
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Maximum age: 35 years as of 11 July 2025.
·
Age relaxation will be provided
as per CSIR rules and Government of India norms.
💰 Pay
or Salary – What’s the Monthly Package?
The monthly
remuneration depends on your qualifications and eligibility for national-level
exams:
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Candidate Category |
Monthly Salary (₹) |
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Qualified
in CSIR-UGC NET (incl. lectureship), GATE, ICAR/ICMR NET, DBT/DST or
equivalent national exams |
₹31,000
+ HRA |
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Others
who don’t meet the above criterion |
₹25,000
+ HRA |
⚙️ Job
Requirement – Your Role in the Project
The selected
candidate will be involved in the project:
“Development of improved Kappaphycus and Gracilaria variants for
better growth & stress tolerance through a non-GMO approach.”
Your
responsibilities may include:
·
Carrying out non-GMO genetic improvement
techniques.
·
Applying molecular biology tools for strain
development.
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Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of scientists.
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Selection Process – How You’ll Be Selected
1. Application Screening: Only applications sent via email in
the prescribed format will be considered.
2. Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on academic
credentials and project relevance.
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Physical Interview at CSIR-CSMCRI, Bhavnagar.
4. Final Selection: Based on performance in the interview.
📝 No
TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
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Exam Pattern – Not Applicable
Since the
selection is through direct physical interview, there is no written exam or test pattern applicable for this recruitment.
📝 How
to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these
steps carefully to submit your application successfully:
1. Download the Application Form from the official
website:
👉 https://www.csmcri.res.in/jobs/temp
2. Fill out the form with accurate information.
3. Attach the following documents in one single PDF:
o Filled application form
o Updated CV
o Educational qualification
certificates
o Work experience (if any)
o Publications (if any)
4. Send the PDF file via email to:
📧 apbcsmcri@gmail.com
5. Last date for receipt of applications: 🗓️ 11 July 2025
6. Shortlisted candidates
will receive email communication with interview
details.
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Important Links
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Link |
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Notification |
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Important Dates
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Event |
Date |
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Notification
Release |
June
2025 |
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Last
Date to Apply |
11
July 2025 |
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Interview
Date |
To
be announced via email |
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Project
Code |
HCP-0024
(WP-02) Phase-III |
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