CSIR IICB Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – 16 Posts, Walk-in 14.10.2026

CSIR-IICB, a research institute in Kolkata, will hold a walk-in interview on 14.10.2026 to fill about 16 project posts. A walk-in interview means you do not apply online first. You fill in a form, carry your documents to the Jadavpur campus and report by 08:45 AM.

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Application Fee

Not specified in notification. The notice does not mention any application fee.

Vacancy Details

Each vacancy code has 1 post. Fifteen posts are under the project “Chemical Biology Approaches to Understand Disease Biology, Diagnostics and Therapeutics” (MLP002620). Code 5912606 is under a separate project, “Preclinical Biocompatibility and Large Animal Validation of Nanobiocomposite Hemostatic Scaffold for Translational Development” (FTT070601).

Eligibility Criteria

So a woman applying for Project Associate-I can be up to 40 years old, and an OBC candidate up to 38. A Senior Project Associate from the SC category can be up to 45.

Post-wise Qualification Details

“Essential” means you must have it. “Desirable” means it is an extra that helps your case but is not compulsory. Every code below has 1 post.

Project Associate-I (maximum age 35 years)

Senior Project Associate (maximum age 40 years)

*Doctoral degree in Science, Pharma, MD or MS from a recognised university or equivalent, plus 2 years of research and development experience in industry, academic institutions or science and technology organisations.

**For code 5912612 the notice also prints the Doctoral line above, but does not say clearly whether it is an alternative. Check the official PDF before you apply.

Project Scientist-I (maximum age 35 years)

Selection Process

In short: no written test is mentioned. Your documents and the interview decide the selection.

Salary and Benefits

In plain terms, a Project Associate-I starts at Rs 25,000 or Rs 31,000 a month, and HRA (House Rent Allowance, a housing top-up) comes on top. The notice does not state the HRA rate for this post.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the link in Important Links below.
2. Fill it in. Send one form only, even if you want several posts, and list every vacancy code in the space given.
3. Collect the documents listed in the next section. Bring the original and a self-attested copy (a copy you sign yourself to confirm it is true) of each.
4. Reach CSIR-IICB, 4 Raja S.C. Mullick Road, Jadavpur, Kolkata – 700032 by 08:45 AM on 14.10.2026. The gate closes at 10:00 AM.
5. Hand in your form and documents, then appear for the interview.

Note: the notice does not mention online or postal applications. For questions, write to recruitment.iicb@csir.res.in.

Documents Required

Bring the original and a self-attested copy of each document, as the notice asks.

Important Links

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Do not send more than one application form. One form can list all the vacancy codes you want.
• Do not apply if you are in your final semester or your result is awaited. The notice says such candidates are not eligible.
• Remember that your age and degree are checked on 14.10.2026, the interview date, not on the day you fill the form.
• Do not leave home without the originals and a self-attested copy of every document, plus an NOC if you are employed.
• Reach the gate before 10:00 AM. The notice says entry closes then.
• Do not treat this as a permanent job. The posts end with the project and give no right to a regular CSIR post.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the CSIR-IICB walk-in interview?
It is on 14.10.2026 (Wednesday) at the Jadavpur campus in Kolkata; report by 08:45 AM, as the entry gate closes at 10:00 AM.

How many posts are there?
There are about 16 posts: 8 Project Associate-I, 7 Senior Project Associate and 1 Project Scientist-I, and the number may go up or down.

Do I have to apply online?
The notice does not mention an online form; you fill in the application form and bring it to the walk-in interview.

What is the salary?
Project Associate-I gets Rs 25,000 (or Rs 31,000 with NET/GATE) plus HRA, Senior Project Associate gets Rs 42,000 plus 30% HRA, and Project Scientist-I gets Rs 56,000 plus 30% HRA.

What is the age limit?
It is 35 years for Project Associate-I and Project Scientist-I and 40 years for Senior Project Associate, counted on 14.10.2026, with 5 extra years for SC/ST/PwBD/women and 3 for OBC.

Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, but you must send a single application form that lists every vacancy code you want.

Is there a written exam?
No written test is mentioned in the notice; the selection is through the walk-in interview.

Is this a permanent job?
No, it is temporary and ends with the project, with tenure initially up to 31.03.2027 and a total limit of 6 years across all CSIR labs.

Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.