| CSIR Recruitment 2025 :- CSIR-NCL invites applications for Project Associate-I position under the CSIR-sponsored Agromission-2 project at National Chemical Laboratory, Pune. This is a golden opportunity for Chemistry postgraduates with organic synthesis experience to contribute to innovative crop protection technologies. Apply online before 13 July 2025. |
CSIR Recruitment 2025 Details
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Project Associate-I |
| Project Title | *”Innovative Processes for Crop Protection Chemicals (Agromission-2)”* |
| Sponsoring Agency | CSIR |
| Project Code | HCP-49 |
| Department | Organic Chemistry Division (ORG), CSIR-NCL Pune |
| Essential Qualification | M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc in Chemistry (or equivalent degree in Engg/Technology/Medicine) |
| Desirable Experience | 6+ months in multistep organic synthesis (excluding dissertation work) • Hands-on experience in chemical reactions, extraction, purification • Analytical data interpretation (NMR, HPLC, MS, IR) |
| Age Limit | Max 35 years (Relaxable: 5 yrs for SC/ST/PWD/Women; 3 yrs for OBC) |
| Salary | ₹31,000 + HRA (if NET/GATE/DBT/DST qualified) OR ₹25,000 + HRA (Others) |
| Job Role | • Route scouting for chemical transformations • Multistep organic synthesis (small to large scale) • Structural elucidation using NMR/MS/HPLC |
| Tenure | 6 months (Extendable based on project & performance) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Last Date | 13 July 2025 |
| Interview Date | 18 July 2025 (10:00 AM, Online via Teams/Meet/WebEx) |
| Apply Here | CSIR-NCL Jobs Portal |
CSIR Recruitment 2025 Key Highlights
✅ Work on CSIR’s flagship Agromission-2 project
✅ Ph.D. opportunity for eligible candidates
✅ Higher stipend for NET/GATE/DBT qualifiers
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I apply if I have only M.Sc. dissertation experience in organic synthesis?
Ans: No, 6 months of independent research experience (beyond dissertation) is mandatory.
2. Is CSIR-UGC NET essential for this position?
Ans: No, but NET/GATE/DBT qualifiers receive ₹6,000 higher stipend (₹31,000 vs ₹25,000).
3. What is the project duration?
Ans: Initial 6 months, extendable based on performance and project needs.
4. Will the interview be conducted offline?
Ans: No, it’s online (Microsoft Teams/Google Meet/WebEx).
5. Are there any age relaxations?
Ans: Yes:
• 5 years for SC/ST/PWD/Women
• 3 years for OBC candidates