CSIR-CIMFR Nagpur Project Staff Walk-in-Interview 2026 – 13 Posts | 06-08 Oct 2026
CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CIMFR), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), New Delhi
Maharashtra - CSIR-CIMFR (Nagpur Unit), 17/C, Telangkhedi Area, Civil Lines, Nagpur – 440001, Maharashtra
Vacancies
13
Salary
PA-II: Rs. 20,000 + HRA; PAT-I: Rs. 25,000# + HRA (#Rs. 31,000 for NET/GATE); PAT-II: Rs. 28,000## + HRA (##Rs. 35,000 for NET/GATE); Sr. PAT: Rs. 42,000 + HRA
Last Date
8 Oct 2026
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Important Dates
Age Limit
Maximum Age
40 Years
Age relaxation applicable as per govt rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen.
Salary / Pay Scale
PA-II: Rs. 20,000 + HRA; PAT-I: Rs. 25,000# + HRA (#Rs. 31,000 for NET/GATE); PAT-II: Rs. 28,000## + HRA (##Rs. 35,000 for NET/GATE); Sr. PAT: Rs. 42,000 + HRA
Eligibility
Qualification / Education
Full Description
CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CIMFR), Dhanbad - a constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), New Delhi - invites applications for engagement of various categories of Project Staff (PA-II, PAT-I, PAT-II & Sr. PAT) under time-bound research projects on a purely temporary basis for a period of one year. A Walk-in-Interview is being conducted at CSIR-CIMFR, Nagpur Unit.
Walk-in-Interview Details
- Advertisement No.: PS/06/2026/NC/R&A dated 21/08/2026
- Walk-in-Interview Dates: 06-10-2026, 07-10-2026 & 08-10-2026
- Gate Opening Time: 09:00 AM | Gate Closing Time: 11:00 AM
- Venue: CSIR-CIMFR (Nagpur Unit), 17/C, Telangkhedi Area, Civil Lines, Nagpur – 440001, Maharashtra, India
Subject-wise Interview Schedule
| Date | Core Subject | Positions |
|---|---|---|
| 06-10-2026 | Mining Engineering | PA-II, PAT-I, PAT-II, Sr. PAT |
| 07-10-2026 | Civil Engineering | PA-II, PAT-I, PAT-II, Sr. PAT |
| 08-10-2026 | Chemistry | PA-II, PAT-I, PAT-II, Sr. PAT |
| 08-10-2026 | Geology | PA-II, PAT-I, PAT-II, Sr. PAT |
Vacancy Details
- Project Assistant-II (PA-II) & Project Associate-I (PAT-I): 09 Posts (combined; post decided by the Selection Committee)
- Project Associate-II (PAT-II): 03 Posts
- Senior Project Associate (Sr. PAT): 01 Post
- Total: 13 Positions (CSIR-CIMFR reserves the right to increase or decrease the type/number of positions)
Essential Qualifications, Emoluments & Age Limit
| Position | Essential Qualifications | Emoluments (Rs.) | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| PA-II | B.Sc. / 3 years Diploma in Engineering/Technology | 20,000 + HRA | 35 years |
| PAT-I | M.Sc. / B.E. / B.Tech or equivalent | 25,000# + HRA (#31,000 for CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET/GATE qualified) | 35 years |
| PAT-II | (M.Sc. / B.E. / B.Tech) + 02 years' experience or equivalent OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology | 28,000## + HRA (##35,000 for CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET/GATE qualified) | 35 years |
| Sr. PAT | (Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology (M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech) + 03 years' experience or equivalent) OR ((Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology / Ph.D. or equivalent) + 02 years' experience) | 42,000 + HRA | 40 years |
Important Conditions
- Cut-off date for determining essential qualifications and upper age limit: scheduled date of interview
- Age relaxation admissible to reserved categories, women and other statutory groups as per rules
- NOC from the respective Project Leader is mandatory for candidates currently working as Project Staff at CSIR-CIMFR
- Engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project, not exceeding a cumulative period of 06 years (extendable up to 07 years for sponsored projects); no claim for regularization or permanent appointment
- Candidates may apply only for the position in the subject corresponding to their essential qualifications
- No Travel Allowance is admissible for attending the interview
How to Appear
Eligible and interested candidates must carefully read the advertisement on the Institute's website www.cimfr.res.in and appear for the interview on the scheduled date with a duly filled application form (attached with the advertisement), all required original documents and self-attested copies thereof. Contact: psrecruitment.cimfr@csir.res.in. In case of any discrepancy between the Hindi and English versions, the English version shall prevail.
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What is CSIR-CIMFR Nagpur Project Staff Walk-in-Interview 2026 – 13 Posts | 06-08 Oct 2026?
CSIR-CIMFR Nagpur Project Staff Walk-in-Interview 2026 – 13 Posts | 06-08 Oct 2026 is a government recruitment notification published by CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CIMFR), Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), New Delhi. Apply before the last date to be considered.
When does the application start?
Online applications start on 02 September 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application is 08 October 2026.
What is the age limit?
Maximum age limit is 40 years as on the cutoff date.
What is the required qualification?
PA-II: B.Sc. / 3 years Diploma in Engineering/Technology; PAT-I: M.Sc. / B.E. / B.Tech or equivalent; PAT-II: (M.Sc./B.E./B.Tech) + 2 years experience or Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology; Sr. PAT: Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology + 3 years experience or (Masters/Ph.D or equivalent) + 2 years experience
How do I apply?
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