CSIR-CMERI Recruitment 2025: JRF-GATE Walk-in Interview

CSIR-Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CMERI), Durgapur, has announced a Walk-in Interview for the selection of candidates under the CSIR Junior Research Fellowship – GATE (JRF-GATE) scheme. This prestigious fellowship offers young engineering graduates an opportunity to pursue a Ph.D. at AcSIR (Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research) with financial support and research guidance from CSIR.

CSIR-CMERI Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details

Category	Details
Organization	CSIR – Central Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (CMERI), Durgapur
Scheme	CSIR-JRF (GATE)
Type of Selection	Walk-in Interview
Number of Positions	05 (UR – 03, OBC – 01, SC – 01)
Date of Walk-in Interview	30th April 2025 (Wednesday)
Reporting Time	Between 09:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Venue	CSIR-CMERI, Mahatma Gandhi Avenue, Durgapur-713209, Paschim Bardhaman, West Bengal
Educational Qualification	B.E./B.Tech. in: Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation, Computer Science, Mechatronics, Aeronautical, Agricultural Engineering or equivalent with valid GATE score
Fellowship Tenure	Up to 5 years (Ph.D. should be completed within this period)
Fellowship Amount (1st 2 years)	₹37,000/- per month + ₹20,000/- annual contingent grant to the institute
Fellowship Amount (after 2 years)	₹42,000/- per month (on upgrade to SRF-GATE based on assessment as per CSIR-HRDG guidelines)
Ph.D. Registration Requirement	Candidate must register for Ph.D. (IDDP) at AcSIR and get HRDG-CSIR approval
TA/DA for Interview	Not provided
Important Note	If at any stage eligibility criteria are found unfulfilled, candidature will be canceled without notice. CSIR-CMERI’s decision is final.

CSIR-CMERI Recruitment 2025 Important Link

Apply Link	Walk In Interview
Notifications	Click here
Official Website	Click here
Application Form	Click here

FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the purpose of this fellowship?
The fellowship aims to support engineering graduates to pursue a Ph.D. at AcSIR while conducting research at CSIR-CMERI under the JRF-GATE scheme.

Q2. Is it necessary to have a GATE score?
Yes, a valid GATE score in the relevant discipline is mandatory to be eligible for this fellowship.

Q3. Can M.Tech students apply for this?
The notification specifically mentions B.E./B.Tech. graduates. If you have an M.Tech but meet the criteria and have a valid GATE score, you may be considered; however, eligibility is primarily for B.E./B.Tech holders.

Q4. Is there any age limit for this walk-in interview?
Yes, the upper age limit will be determined as per rules on the date of the Walk-in Interview (30.04.2025). Age relaxation applies as per government norms.

Q5. Is there any written test or only an interview?
It is a direct Walk-in Interview. There is no written test mentioned in the notification.

Q6. Can I appear for the interview without prior application?
No, you need to fill the application form available on the CSIR-CMERI website and bring it along with original documents and self-attested copies to the interview.

Q7. Will I receive any travel allowance to attend the interview?
No, CSIR-CMERI will not provide any TA/DA for attending the Walk-in Interview.

Q8. Is this position temporary or permanent?
This is a fellowship position under a research scheme. It is temporary and intended to support a Ph.D. program for up to five years.

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