CSIR-NBRI Director Recruitment 2026
Recruitment for the post of Director, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI), Lucknow – Advertisement No. 03/2026.
⏳ Application Deadline Countdown
Last Date: 15 September 2026
CSIR-NBRI Recruitment 2026 – Quick Details
Director Post Details
🏛️ Director – CSIR-NBRI
Advertisement No. 03/2026
Recruitment Type & Selection
🔎 Recruitment Type
This is recruitment for the post of Director, CSIR-NBRI under Advertisement No. 03/2026. The notification specifies a tenure of six years or until superannuation, whichever is earlier.
🧾 Written Examination
No written examination is specified in the official advertisement.
🎤 Walk-in Interview
No walk-in interview is specified in the official advertisement.
🏆 Selection Process
The advertisement does not provide a complete stage-by-stage selection schedule. It focuses on academic qualifications, R&D experience, scientific achievements, leadership, publications, patents, technology development and institutional-management capability.
Applicants should check subsequent official CSIR communications for any scrutiny, interaction or selection-stage instructions.
Educational Qualification
Essential Qualification
- Ph.D. in Natural Sciences; OR
- Master's Degree in Engineering, Health or Medical Sciences.
- Ph.D. is desirable for Engineering, Health and Medical Sciences.
Research & Development Experience
- Minimum 16 years of Research and Development experience.
- Experience with focus on translational research.
- Relevant to the activities of the laboratory, institute or centre.
- Demonstrated excellence in leadership.
- Strong scientific and technological contribution.
Age Limit
| Particular | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 45 Years |
| Maximum Age | 56 Years |
| Relaxation | Qualification, age and experience may be relaxed for exceptionally meritorious candidates with approval of DG, CSIR. |
Salary & Benefits
💵 Pay Scale
₹1,82,200 – ₹2,24,100
Level 15 of the Pay Matrix + admissible allowances.
🎁 Benefits
- Allowances as admissible under applicable rules.
- Residential accommodation as per rules.
- Transport facilities as per rules.
- Medical facilities according to applicable CSIR rules.
- Other applicable CSIR facilities.
- Eligibility to share money realized from external contract R&D, consultancy and S&T services, according to applicable rules.
Promotion, Career Growth & Tenure
⏱️ Tenure
The appointment is for six years or until superannuation, whichever is earlier.
🚀 Career Opportunity
The notification states that the Director can be considered for absorption/placement in CSIR as Director's Grade Scientist, i.e. Scientist 'H' / Outstanding Scientist, according to applicable rules.
This is not an automatic promotion or guaranteed absorption. Any such consideration is subject to applicable CSIR rules.
Major Responsibilities
- Supervise and exercise administrative control over institute staff.
- Realize the mission of CSIR-NBRI.
- Create an environment conducive to innovation and high-quality R&D.
- Guide scientific and technological activities.
- Lead multidisciplinary R&D teams.
Step-by-Step Application Guide
Read Advertisement No. 03/2026
Carefully read the complete official CSIR advertisement before preparing your application.
Check Qualification
Confirm that your Ph.D. or Master's qualification falls within the prescribed fields.
Check Age
Verify that your age falls within the prescribed 45–56 year range.
Verify R&D Experience
Ensure that you have at least 16 years of relevant R&D experience.
Prepare Detailed Bio-data
Include academic qualifications, employment history, specialization and research achievements.
Add Publications & Achievements
Include publications, patents, technologies, awards, professional affiliations and scientific contributions.
Prepare Vision Statement
Prepare the required 1–2 page vision statement describing your vision as leader of CSIR-NBRI.
Prepare Referees
Provide five professional referees of high repute as required by the notification.
Complete Word Pro-forma
Complete the additional Word-format pro-forma specified in the official advertisement.
Send Application
Send the completed application/nomination by email or post so that it reaches CSIR by 15 September 2026.
Application Submission Details
drc.hqrs@csir.res.in
📬 Postal Address
Director Recruitment Cell,
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR),
Anusandhan Bhawan,
2, Rafi Marg,
New Delhi – 110001
Required Information / Documents
Application Fee
Therefore, this article does not claim a ₹500 fee or SC/ST/Women fee exemption.
Candidates should follow any later corrigendum or official instruction issued by CSIR.
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Information |
|---|---|
| Advertisement | Advertisement No. 03/2026 |
| Last Date | 15 September 2026 |
| Exact Clock Time | Not specified in notification |
Important Instructions
- Read the complete official notification before applying.
- Verify your qualification and age.
- Ensure the required 16 years of R&D experience.
- Clearly present your scientific achievements.
- Include publication, patent and technology details wherever applicable.
- Provide the required five professional referees.
- Include the required vision statement.
- Complete the additional Word-format pro-forma.
- Ensure the application reaches CSIR before the prescribed deadline.
- Check CSIR for corrigenda or revised instructions before submitting.
- Do not pay unofficial agents.
- Do not pay anyone promising selection.
- Never share OTPs or passwords.
- Do not trust fake appointment letters.
- Verify the recruitment through the official CSIR website.
- Check any changes directly with CSIR.
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✅ Official Notification Verification
Recruitment Board: Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
Advertisement: 03/2026
Post: Director, CSIR-NBRI
Vacancy: 01
Last Date: 15 September 2026
Application Email: drc.hqrs@csir.res.in
