CSIR IICB Project Staff Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in-Interview for 09 Vacancies
The CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology (IICB), Kolkata has officially released the CSIR IICB Project Staff Recruitment 2026 Notification on 16th February 2026. As per the official notification, a total of 09 temporary project-based vacancies are available for various scientific positions including Project Associate-I, Project Associate-II, Project Scientist-I, and Senior Project Associate.
Eligible candidates must attend the walk-in interview scheduled on 27th February 2026 at the Jadavpur Campus, Kolkata. Candidates are advised to carefully review eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend details, and required documents before appearing for the interview.
Overview Table
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology (IICB), Kolkata |
| Post Name | Project Associate-I, Project Associate-II, Project Scientist-I, Senior Project Associate |
| Total Vacancies | 09 |
| Application Mode | Walk-in-Interview (Offline) |
| Job Location | Kolkata, West Bengal |
| Salary | Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 56,000/- + HRA (As per post) |
| Official Website | https://www.iicb.res.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 16th February 2026 |
| Walk-in-Interview Date | 27th February 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 09:30 AM to 10:30 AM |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No Fee Mentioned (As per official notification) |
Age Limit (As on 27 February 2026)
| Post | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | 35 Years |
| Project Assistant-II | 35 Years |
| Project Scientist-I | 35 Years |
| Senior Project Associate | 40 Years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | 05 Years |
| OBC | 03 Years |
Eligibility Criteria – Educational Qualification (Post-Wise)
| Vacancy Code | Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 5862601 | Project Associate-I | Masters/Integrated Masters in Natural/Agricultural/Pharmaceutical Sciences / MVSc / Animal Sciences OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Medicine |
| 5862602 | Project Assistant-II | B.Sc (Hons) in Chemistry |
| 5862603 | Project Associate-I | M.Sc in Chemistry |
| 5862604 | Project Scientist-I | PhD in Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Sciences OR M.Sc in Chemistry/M.Pharm/MS Pharm with 4 years relevant experience |
| 5862605 | Senior Project Associate | M.Sc in Life Sciences with 3 years experience in Bioinformatics OR M.Sc/MCA in Computer Science with 3 years experience in Bioinformatics |
| 5862606 | Project Associate-I | M.Sc in Life Science / Botany / Plant Sciences |
| 5862607 | Senior Project Associate | Master’s/Integrated Master’s in Natural/Agricultural Sciences/Pharmaceutical Sciences/MVSc with 3 years R&D experience OR Master’s in Engineering/Technology with 2 years R&D experience |
| 5862608 | Project Associate-I | Masters/Integrated Masters in Natural/Agricultural/Pharmaceutical Sciences / MVSc / Animal Sciences OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Medicine |
| 5862609 | Project Associate-II | Masters/Integrated Masters in Natural/Agricultural/Pharmaceutical Sciences / MVSc / Animal Sciences OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Medicine |
Vacancy Details
| Vacancy Code | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 5862601 | Project Associate-I | 01 |
| 5862602 | Project Assistant-II | 01 |
| 5862603 | Project Associate-I | 01 |
| 5862604 | Project Scientist-I | 01 |
| 5862605 | Senior Project Associate | 01 |
| 5862606 | Project Associate-I | 01 |
| 5862607 | Senior Project Associate | 01 |
| 5862608 | Project Associate-I | 01 |
| 5862609 | Project Associate-II | 01 |
| Total | 09 |
Selection Process
Selection for CSIR IICB Project Staff Recruitment 2026 will be based on:
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Walk-in-Interview
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Document Verification
Salary / Pay Scale
| Post | Salary |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | As per official notification |
| Project Assistant-II | Rs. 20,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate-II | As per official notification |
| Project Scientist-I | Rs. 56,000/- + 30% HRA |
| Senior Project Associate | As per official notification |
Overall stipend range: Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 56,000/- + HRA (depending on post and eligibility)
How to Apply (Walk-in Process)
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Visit the official website https://www.iicb.res.in.
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Download the detailed notification and Application Form.
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Fill out the Application Form carefully.
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Prepare all original documents and self-attested photocopies.
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Report at CSIR-IICB, Jadavpur Campus, Kolkata on 27th February 2026.
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Reporting time is strictly between 09:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
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Attend the walk-in-interview with required documents.
Required Documents
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Duly filled Application Form
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Matriculation Certificate (Date of Birth proof)
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All educational mark sheets & certificates
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Final mark sheet of B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Tech/M.Pharm/Ph.D (as applicable)
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NET/GATE proof (if applicable)
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Experience certificates (if required)
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No Objection Certificate (if employed)
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Caste certificate (if applicable)
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One passport size photograph
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Original documents + self-attested copies
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online (Application Form Download) | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – CSIR IICB Project Staff Recruitment 2026
Q1. Is CSIR IICB Project Staff Recruitment 2026 Notification released?
Yes, the notification was released on 16th February 2026.
Q2. What is the interview date for CSIR IICB Recruitment 2026?
The walk-in-interview will be held on 27th February 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies are available under CSIR IICB Project Staff Recruitment 2026?
A total of 09 vacancies are available.
Q4. What is the age limit for Project Associate-I in CSIR IICB 2026?
The upper age limit is 35 years as on 27th February 2026.
Q5. What is the stipend for Project Scientist-I in CSIR IICB Recruitment 2026?
The stipend is Rs. 56,000/- + 30% HRA per month.
Q6. What is the application mode for CSIR IICB Project Staff Recruitment 2026?
The application process is through walk-in-interview only.
Disclaimer:
Details provided above are for reference only. Candidates must verify all information from the official website before attending the interview.
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