[NEW JOB] CSIR NIO Project Associate Recruitment 2026

National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR NIO)  has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Associate – I Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official CSIR NIO website. The last date to submit the application form is 15-03-2026. In this article, you’ll find the CSIR NIO Project Associate – I Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.

CSIR NIO Project Associate – I Recruitment 2026 Overview

CSIR NIO Project Associate – I Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details 

Eligibility Criteria

• Essential Qualification: M.Sc. Microbiology from a recognized Institute/University.
• Desirable: Experience in Microbiological techniques, metagenomics, and statistical data analysis.
• Job Requirement: Fieldwork in coastal areas (boat/trawler etc.), microbiological sample collection, processing of samples, data analysis, writing reports and research papers.

Salary/Stipend

• Project Associate – I: ₹25,000/- per month (fixed stipend)

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Shortlisting based on application and qualifications.
• Interview / further selection as decided by the institute.

General Information/Instructions

• Temporary contractual position for 6 months.
• Posting at Regional Centre, Mumbai.
• Fieldwork in coastal areas required (boat/trawler etc.).
• Application through provided Apply link.

How to Apply

• Click on the Apply link provided in the vacancy portal.
• Submit online application before 15/03/2026.

CSIR NIO Project Associate – I Important Links