CSIR NIO Recruitment 2026 for Project Associate-I Post

The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research – National Institute of Oceanography (CSIR-NIO) has announced a recruitment notification for the post of Project Associate-I under a contractual research project. Through CSIR NIO Recruitment 2026, the institute aims to fill 1 vacancy for candidates with a Master’s degree in Microbiology who are interested in scientific research and coastal field studies. CSIR-NIO is one of India’s premier marine research institutes and operates under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research. The selected candidate will work at the Regional Centre in Mumbai and will be involved in microbiological research, coastal sample collection, and scientific data analysis. The recruitment will be conducted through shortlisting and interview without any written examination.

Vacancy Details

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website of CSIR-NIO at www.nio.res.in.
2. Navigate to the Vacancies / Careers section on the homepage.
3. Locate the notification for Project Associate-I (Advt No: SSP3468/3132-26).
4. Carefully read the complete recruitment notification to confirm eligibility.
5. Access the application link available in the vacancy portal.
6. Fill in the application form with accurate personal, academic, and contact details.
7. Upload or attach the required documents such as educational certificates and relevant experience proof.
8. Submit the application form before 15 March 2026.
9. Keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Application form, details & registration