🔬 CSIR-ICM Mumbai · Project Recruitment 2026
📍 10 Vacancies – Project Associate‑II, Senior Associate, Scientist‑I/III
🏛️ Council of Scientific & Industrial Research – Innovation Complex, Andheri (W), Mumbai
| Post / Code | Vacancy | Age | Stipend (₹) | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II-1) Bioanalytical | 1 | 35 | 28,000-35,000+HRA* | M.Sc Analytical/Pharma/Life Sc + 2yr OR B.Tech +2yr |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II-2) Pharmacokinetics & Metabolism | 1 | 35 | 28k-35k+HRA | M.Sc Pharmacology/Pharma +2yr / B.Tech +2yr |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II-3) Cell/Tissue Culture | 1 | 35 | 28k-35k+HRA | M.Sc Biotech/Biochem/Life Sc +2yr / B.Tech +2yr |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II-4) In vitro toxicology | 1 | 35 | 28k-35k+HRA | M.Sc Micro/Biotech/Biochem/Pharma Sc +2yr |
| Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT-1) ADME-PK | 1 | 40 | 42,000+HRA | M.Sc +3yr / B.Tech +3yr / PhD +2yr |
| Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT-2) Analytical Chemistry | 1 | 40 | 42,000+HRA | M.Sc Analytical/Pharma Chem +3yr / PhD +2yr |
| Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT-3) Information Technology | 1 | 40 | 42,000+HRA | M.Sc Comp Sci / B.E. IT +3yr |
| Project Scientist-I Bioanalysis | 1 | 35 | As per CSIR** | Ph.D / M.Tech – refer PDF |
| Project Scientist-I Business Development | 1 | 35 | As per CSIR** | Life Sc / MBA – refer official notice |
| Project Scientist-III ADME-PK/Toxicology | 1 | 45 | As per CSIR** | PhD / MD / M.Tech with exp. |
* ₹35,000+HRA if NET/GATE/DBT qualified, else ₹28,000+HRA. **Scientist salary as per DST/CSIR norms – see official PDF.
📌 RECRUITMENT TYPE – PURELY PROJECT / CONTRACT
✅ Engagement is temporary, contract based co-terminus with project (3 years). Initial 1 year extendable. Not a deputation, not a regular CSIR job. Walk-in interview not mentioned; candidate shortlisting via online application & interview on 02 Mar 2026.
📈 SALARY, CAREER GROWTH & BENEFITS
- Project Associate-II: ₹35,000+HRA (if NET/GATE/DBT qualified) else ₹28,000+HRA.
- Senior Project Associate: ₹42,000 + HRA (HRA as per Mumbai ~ 27-30%).
- Project Scientist-I/III: Salary as per CSIR norms (expected ₹56,000-78,000).
- Perks: HRA, medical, leave as per CSIR project rules. No permanent pension, but research exposure at national lab.
- Growth: Experience letter from CSIR – helps PhD applications, industry R&D, future govt scientist posts.
📍 POSTING LOCATION
CSIR-Innovation Complex, Mumbai (C-ICM), 4 Bungalows, Lokhandwala Road, Andheri (West), Mumbai – 400053. All posts based in Mumbai only.
🧾 HOW TO APPLY – STEP BY STEP
- 1 Go to CSIR official notification: detailed_ad_revised.pdf
- 2 Check eligibility for specific post code (PAT-II, Senior-PAT, Scientist).
- 3 Prepare application in prescribed format (as per annexure in PDF).
- 4 Attach self-attested copies of degrees, experience, NET/GATE certificate (if claiming higher stipend).
- 5 Send via email to icm.recruit@csir.res.in (as per notice) or speed post before 17/02/2026.
- 6 Shortlisted candidates informed for interview on 02 Mar 2026.
📎 ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTS
- Degree certificates (10th onwards, Master’s, PhD if applicable)
- NET/GATE/DBT JRF certificate (for higher stipend)
- Experience letters (2 years / 3 years as required)
- Caste certificate (if any), photo ID
- No application fee mentioned – likely free.
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📌 LAST UPDATED: 12 FEB 2026. Always verify deadline on official website.
