Research Jobs at CSIR-IICT | Chemistry Candidates Attend the Walk-In Interview 2025
CSIR – Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (CSIR-IICT), Hyderabad, has announced a major walk-in interview drive for multiple project-based research positions under sponsored projects. The recruitment covers Project Associate, Senior Project Associate, Research Fellow, Project Assistant, and Principal Project Associate roles across chemistry, chemical engineering, biotechnology, AI/ML, materials science, and IPR domains, offering excellent opportunities for early-career and experienced researchers. Interested candidates apply for the exciting opportunity at IICT Careers. Research Jobs.
CSIR – INDIAN INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL TECHNOLOGY (CSIR-IICT) is a premier R&D institute located in Hyderabad, India. Known for its cutting-edge research in chemical and biological sciences, CSIR-IICT is committed to offering innovative solutions in sustainable chemistry, nanomaterials, and biotechnology. We invite talented individuals to join our vision for a sustainable and technologically advanced future.
NOTIFICATION NO.: PS/12/2025 FOR WALK-IN-INTERVIEW
CSIR-IICT is conducting a Walk-in-Interview on 22.12.2025 & 23.12.2025 for the following positions under various sponsored projects purely temporarily.
Candidate Instructions: Candidates who fulfill the criteria of age, educational qualifications, experience, etc., may appear for a walk-in interview with a duly filled application form downloaded from the CSIR-IICT website, along with one set of attested relevant documents. Original certificates must be produced for verification.
Registration Time:
- 09.30 AM to 10.30 AM
- Candidates reporting after 10.30 AM will not be allowed for registration.
Walk-in-Interview Date: 22-12-2025
| Position Code | Job Title | Essential Qualification | Stipend (₹/Month + HRA) | Interview Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT) | M.Tech Chemical / Environmental Engineering + 2 yrs R&D | 42,000 + HRA | 22-12-2025 |
| 02 | Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT) | M.Pharm (Pharmaceutical Chemistry) + 3 yrs R&D | 42,000 + HRA | 22-12-2025 |
| 03 | Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT) | M.Sc Chemistry / Polymer Science + 3 yrs R&D | 42,000 + HRA | 22-12-2025 |
| 04 | Senior Research Fellow (P) OR Project Associate-II | M.Sc Chemistry / M.Pharm (+ NET/GATE for SRF) | 35,000 / 28,000 + HRA | 22-12-2025 |
| 05 | Project Associate-II | M.Sc Chemistry or B.Tech (CSE) + AI/ML experience | 35,000 / 28,000 + HRA | 22-12-2025 |
| 06 | Project Associate-II OR Project Associate-I | M.Tech Chemical Engineering or M.Sc Chemistry | 28,000 / 31,000 + HRA | 22-12-2025 |
| 07 | Project Associate-II | M.Tech / M.Sc / B.Tech (Chemistry / Biology / Environment) | 28,000 + HRA | 22-12-2025 |
| 09 | Project Associate-I | M.Sc Chemistry | 25,000 + HRA | 22-12-2025 |
| 10 | Project Associate-I | B.Tech / M.Sc (Polymer / Chemistry) | 25,000 + HRA | 22-12-2025 |
| 11 | Project Associate-I | B.E / B.Tech Chemical Engineering | 25,000 + HRA | 22-12-2025 |
| 12 | Project Associate-I | B.Tech Chemical Engineering | 25,000 + HRA | 22-12-2025 |
| 13 | Project Associate-I | M.Sc Chemistry | 25,000 + HRA | 22-12-2025 |
| 14 | Project Associate-I | M.Sc Chemistry | 25,000 + HRA | 22-12-2025 |
Walk-in-Interview Date: 23-12-2025
| 1 | Principal Project Associate | Master’s + 6 yrs / PhD + 3 yrs (IPR/Tech Transfer) | 49,000 + HRA | 23-12-2025 |
| 2 | Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT) | M.Sc Chemistry + 3 yrs R&D | 42,000 + HRA | 23-12-2025 |
| 3 | Project Associate-II | M.Sc Chemistry + 2 yrs R&D | 28,000 + HRA | 23-12-2025 |
| 4 | Project Associate-I | Master’s (Chem/Bio/CS/Pharma) | 25,000 + HRA | 23-12-2025 |
| 5 | Project Assistant-II | B.Sc Chemistry / Biological Sciences | 20,000 + HRA | 23-12-2025 |
Important Notes
- Upper age limit is reckoned as on the date of the interview
- Result-awaited or final-semester candidates are not eligible
- Maximum tenure across CSIR labs is limited to six years
- Engagement is purely temporary and initially for six months
- Selection will be based on interview and skill test (if applicable)
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
