CSIR NAL Recruitment 2026

Eligibility Criteria :

Project Assistant-II (PA-II) :
Candidate must have a Diploma in Engineering / Technology.
Relevant disciplines ;
Electronics.
Aerospace / Aeronautical.
Mechanical.
No prior work experience required.
Monthly salary: ₹20,000 + HRA.

Project Associate-I (PAT-I) :
Candidate must have one of the following ;
Master’s degree / Integrated Master’s degree.
OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology.
OR equivalent qualification approved by competent authority.
NET / GATE qualified candidates eligible for higher pay scale.
Salary ;
₹25,000 – ₹31,000 + HRA.
₹31,000 + HRA (for NET/GATE qualified candidates).

Project Associate-II (PAT-II) :
Candidate must have one of the following ;
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology + 2 years R&D experience.
OR Master’s / Integrated Master’s degree in Engineering / Technology.
NET / GATE qualified candidates eligible for higher pay scale.
Salary :
₹28,000 – ₹35,000 + HRA.
₹35,000 + HRA (for NET/GATE qualified candidates).

Age Limit & Relaxation :
Maximum age limit: 35 years (as on interview date).
Age Relaxation ;
SC / ST / PwBD / Women: 5 years relaxation.
OBC: 3 years relaxation.
Relaxation applicable only with valid documentary proof

Application Fee :
No application fee required.
No TA/DA will be provided for attending interview.

Selection Process :
Selection through Walk-in Interview.
Process Steps ;
Registration and document verification: 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM.
Late entry not allowed.
Screening test may be conducted (if required).
Final selection based on ;
Qualification.
Experience.
Interview performance.
Selected candidates will be placed in a panel (valid up to 1 year).
Final result published on: https://www.nal.res.in

Salary Structure
PA-II: ₹20,000 + HRA.
PAT-I: ₹25,000 + HRA.
PAT-I (NET/GATE): ₹31,000 + HRA.
PAT-II: ₹28,000 + HRA.
PAT-II (NET/GATE): ₹35,000 + HRA.

Job Nature :
Purely temporary and project-based.
Contract co-terminus with project duration.
No permanent absorption guarantee.
Contract may be terminated with 1 month notice or salary in lieu.

How to Apply (Walk-in Interview Process) :
Download application form from https://www.nal.res.in
Fill the application form completely.
Attend walk-in interview in person.
Venue: CSIR-NAL, RAB Meeting Complex, Kodihalli, Bengaluru – 560017.
Report between 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM only.
Carry all required documents ;
Filled application form.
Passport-size photograph.
Original certificates + photocopies.
Aadhaar / Govt ID proof.
Experience certificates (if applicable).
Category certificate (if applicable).
NET/GATE scorecard (if applicable).
NOC (if currently employed in CSIR/NAL or CSIR labs).
Submit separate application for each post.
No email/post applications accepted.
Be prepared for continuation on next day if needed.

Documents Required :
Filled application form.
Valid photo ID proof.
Passport-size photograph.
Educational certificates (original + photocopies).
Experience certificates (if applicable).
Category certificate (if applicable).
NET/GATE scorecard (if applicable).
NOC (for currently employed candidates in CSIR system).

Important Instructions / Mistakes to Avoid :
Do not report after 9:45 AM.
Do not attend on wrong interview date.
Submit separate application for each post.
Do not attend without completing required qualification.
Carry valid proof for age relaxation claims.
Ensure NOC if currently employed in CSIR/NAL or CSIR labs.