Senior Project Associate at CSIR-CECRI: Tamil Nadu, India

Designation/Position- Senior Project Associate at CSIR-CECRI

CSIR-CECRI, India invites applications for Senior Project Associate at CSIR-CECRI from eligible and interested candidates

About- Central Electro Chemical Research Institute is one of a chain of forty national laboratories under the aegis of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research in New Delhi. Founded on 25 July 1948 at Karaikudi in Tamil Nadu, CECRI came into existence on the January 1953. Senior Project Associate at CSIR-CECRI

Research/Job Area- 

The recruitment covers the following subject areas:

• Chemistry
• Physics
• Mathematics
• Chemical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Automobile Engineering
• Energy Engineering
• Electrical & Electronics Engineering
• Electronics & Communication Engineering
• Computer Science
• Management

Key project-related areas include hydrogen fuel cells, PEM fuel-cell materials, fuel-cell stacks and systems, battery management systems (BMS), battery modelling, DC-DC converters, battery thermal studies, polymer chemistry and membrane electrolytes.

Location- 

Selected candidates will be engaged at:

• CSIR-CECRI, Chennai Unit
• CSIR-CECRI, Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu

Most of the technical project positions are tenable at the Chennai Unit, while the Computer Science/Management Project Assistant-II position is based at Karaikudi.

Eligibility/Qualification–

Project Scientist-II – Chemistry

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or equivalent
• 5 years R&D experience
• Desirable: specialization in PEM fuel-cell materials/hydrogen fuel cells, fuel-cell stacks and systems, and experience in building fuel-cell-powered systems and engines.
• Maximum age: 40 years
• Stipend: ₹67,000 + HRA/month

Project Associate-I – Chemistry

• M.Sc. in Chemistry or equivalent
• Desirable knowledge/experience in:
  • Hydrogen fuel cells
  • Polymer Chemistry
  • Membrane electrolytes
• Maximum age: 35 years
• Stipend: ₹25,000 + HRA/month

Project Associate-I – Physics

• M.Sc. in Physics or equivalent
• Desirable: Knowledge of hydrogen fuel cells and polymer chemistry
• Maximum age: 35 years
• Stipend: ₹25,000 + HRA/month

Project Associate-I – Physics/Mathematics

• M.Sc. in Physics/Mathematics or equivalent
• Desirable knowledge of MS Office, designing and government official software such as CPS, AMS, GST Web Portal, purchase/accounts systems.
• One year of experience in Government Skill Development Training or Jigyasa Programme schemes is desirable.
• Maximum age: 35 years
• Stipend: ₹25,000 + HRA/month

Project Scientist-II – Engineering

• Master’s/Integrated Master’s in:
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Automobile Engineering
  • Energy Engineering
• 5 years R&D experience
• Desirable specialization in PEM fuel-cell materials/hydrogen fuel cells, fuel-cell stack and system, and fuel-cell-powered systems/engines.
• Maximum age: 40 years
• Stipend: ₹67,000 + HRA/month

Project Associate-II – Mechanical Engineering

• M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent; OR
• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with 2 years R&D experience
• Desirable specialization in BMS design, including circuit design, PCB layout, RS485/CAN, battery modelling, DC-DC converters and battery thermal studies using ANSYS.
• Maximum age: 35 years
• Stipend: ₹28,000 + HRA/month

Project Associate-I – Mechanical Engineering

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Desirable knowledge/experience in hydrogen fuel cells, 3D design software, manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Maximum age: 35 years
• Stipend: ₹25,000 + HRA/month

Project Associate-II – Electrical & Electronics Engineering

• M.E./M.Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engineering or equivalent; OR
• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical & Electronics Engineering or equivalent with 2 years R&D experience
• Desirable specialization in BMS design and battery thermal studies.
• Maximum age: 35 years
• Stipend: ₹28,000 + HRA/month

Project Associate-I – Electronics & Communication Engineering

• B.E./B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering or equivalent
• Desirable: Knowledge of BMS, C/C++ programming and dashboard development.
• Maximum age: 35 years
• Stipend: ₹25,000 + HRA/month

Project Assistant-II – Computer Science/Management

• 3-year Diploma in Computer Science/Management or equivalent; OR
• B.Sc. in Computer Science/Management or equivalent
• Desirable: Database administration, MS Office proficiency and computer typing skills.
• Maximum age: 35 years
• Stipend: ₹20,000 + HRA/month

Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates, or as per Government of India instructions. Final-semester/year students awaiting results are not eligible.

Job/Position Description- 

The selected candidates will work as temporary project personnel under CSIR-CECRI on various research projects. Depending on the position and specialization, the work may involve hydrogen fuel-cell research, PEM fuel-cell materials, fuel-cell stack/system development, battery management systems, battery modelling, electronics and programming, battery thermal studies, polymer chemistry, membrane electrolytes, manufacturing/assembly processes, database administration and project-related administrative activities.

The engagement is initially for six months, one year, or the duration of the project, depending on project requirements. It may be extended or curtailed based on project requirements, funding, satisfactory performance and other administrative considerations. The engagement does not confer a right to regular appointment or absorption in CSIR-CECRI.

How to Apply- 

For Project Scientist-II & Project Associate-II

Candidates must apply online only through the CSIR-CECRI website.

• Application opens: 07 August 2026 at 9:00 AM
• Application closes: 18 August 2026 at 5:00 PM
• No other mode of application will be accepted.
• Candidates must select their preferred interview mode—online or offline—while applying.
• New applicants should register using a valid email ID and create their profile.
• Upload the required educational, caste/category and experience certificates.
• Verify all details carefully before final submission; changes cannot be made after submission.
• Candidates applying for multiple eligible positions may select the relevant positions through the portal.

For application-related queries/errors, candidates may contact cecrirecruit@gmail.com.

For Project Associate-I & Project Assistant-II

These positions require offline walk-in interviews. Candidates should attend with:

• Original certificates
• One set of photocopies of relevant documents
• Educational qualification certificates
• Age proof
• Caste/category certificate, where applicable
• Experience certificates, if applicable
• One recent passport-size photograph
• Duly filled application form

Interview Schedule

Interviews are scheduled at the CSIR-CECRI Chennai Unit. PS-II and PAT-II candidates who select online mode will receive the interview link by email if shortlisted.

Last Date for Apply– 18 August 2026

18 August 2026, 5:00 PM – Last date for submitting online applications for Project Scientist-II and Project Associate-II positions.

For Project Associate-I and Project Assistant-II, candidates must attend the respective walk-in interview on 24 or 25 August 2026, according to their subject code.

Important: Candidates who have already completed a combined total of 6 years as project staff in CSIR laboratories/institutes are not eligible for these positions.

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