National Metallurgical Laboratory
(Under Council of Scientific & Industrial Research)
Jamshedpur – 831007
The National Metallurgical Laboratory (NML) is a premier R&D institution under CSIR engaged in advanced research in metals, materials, minerals, sustainable metallurgy, corrosion science, hydrogen storage, high-temperature materials, extractive metallurgy, and national-level strategic projects.
CSIR–NML conducts recruitment for Project Staff to work on government-funded, CSIR-funded, and industry-sponsored projects. All posts are purely temporary and project-based.
CSIR–NML invites applications for Project Staff positions across multiple research projects.
The engagement will be contractual, temporary, and co-terminus with the project.
Positions include:
| Post | Vacancies | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate–I | 02 | MSc / B.Tech in Chemistry / Materials Science |
| Project Assistant | 01 | B.Sc (Science) |
| JRF (Project) | 01 | M.Sc with NET/GATE |
| Post | Vacancies | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate–I | 03 | B.Tech / M.Sc |
| Senior Project Associate | 01 | PhD in Metallurgy / Chemical Engineering |
| Scientific Administrative Assistant | 01 | Graduation |
| Post | Vacancies | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate–II | 02 | M.Sc + 2 Years Experience |
| Project Associate–I | 02 | M.Sc Chemistry |
| Field Worker | 01 | 12th / ITI |
| Post | Vacancies | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate–I | 04 | M.Sc / B.Tech |
| Technical Assistant | 01 | Diploma in Engineering |
| Senior Project Assistant | 01 | B.Sc with 5 Years Experience |
| Post | Vacancies | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate–I | 04 | M.Sc in Physics/Chemistry |
| Project Associate–II | 01 | M.Sc + 2 Years Experience |
| Post | Vacancies | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate–I | 03 | B.Tech (Metallurgy/Mech) |
| Project Assistant | 01 | B.Sc |
| JRF/SRF (Project) | 01 | NET/GATE Qualified |
| Post | Vacancies | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate–I | 02 | M.Sc Environmental Science |
| Project Associate–II | 01 | M.Sc + Experience |
| Field Worker | 01 | 12th Pass |
| Post | Vacancies | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Project Assistant | 03 | B.Sc |
| Technical Assistant | 02 | Diploma |
| Project Associate–I | 02 | M.Sc |
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Salary Range |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate–I | 20 | ₹25,000 – ₹31,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate–II | 06 | ₹28,000 – ₹35,000 + HRA |
| Senior Project Associate | 02 | ₹42,000 + HRA |
| Project Assistant | 06 | ₹20,000 (Consolidated) |
| Technical Assistant | 03 | ₹20,000 – ₹25,000 |
| Scientific Administrative Assistant | 01 | ₹18,000 |
| Field Worker | 03 | ₹18,000 |
| JRF/SRF (Project) | 03 | As per CSIR norms |
| Senior Project Assistant | 01 | ₹25,000 |
Total Approx Vacancies: 45+ (as per official PDF)
Age relaxation as per government rules.
(As per PDF)
(You can provide specific dates if you want them included)
[DOWNLOAD OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION] (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IC2WnC9Ua9oquBWBang9hzIamovBrNrE/view?usp=sharing)
Visit the official CSIR–NML website to download application form and interview schedule.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE
1. Is this a permanent government job?
No, this recruitment is purely temporary and project-based.
2. Is there any application fee?
No. CSIR–NML does not charge any fee.
3. Can a fresher apply?
Yes, for Project Associate–I and Project Assistant.
4. Is GATE/NET mandatory?
Only for JRF/SRF positions.
5. What is the contract duration?
Initially 1 year; extendable based on project funding.
6. Is accommodation provided?
No, candidates must arrange their own accommodation.
7. How will the final selection be made?
Based on interview performance and document verification.