Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Junior Research Fellow and other Posts. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the online process.
Online applications for the vacancies of Junior Research Fellow and other Posts will be accepted from 27 May 2026 to 19 June 2026. All interested candidates are strongly advised to complete their application well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Junior Research Fellow and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
CSIR – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | No Details | Rs.31000-37000/- | All India |
| Assistant Professor Eligibility | No Details | No Details | All India |
| PhD Admission Eligibility | No Details | No Details | All India |
CSIR Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for CSIR Junior Research Fellow and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Council of Scientific & Industrial Research. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | M.Sc. or equivalent with 55% marks for General, OBC; Integrated Course, B.E, B.Tech, B.Pharma, MBBS also eligible |
| Assistant Professor Eligibility | Master’s Degree |
| PhD Admission Eligibility | Master’s Degree |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Council of Scientific & Industrial Research for Junior Research Fellow and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Max 30 years |
| Assistant Professor Eligibility | No Details |
| PhD Admission Eligibility | No Details |
The application fee for this recruitment varies by category. For General / OBC / EWS candidates, the application fee is Rs.1150/-, while for SC / ST candidates, the fee is Rs.325/-. The fee can be paid through the online payment mode as specified in the official notification. Candidates belonging to certain reserved categories may be exempted from paying the application fee as per government rules.
The selection of candidates for Junior Research Fellow and other Posts will be carried out through Written Exam (NET, JRF, Asst Prof, PhD). The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Council of Scientific & Industrial Research. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for CSIR Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online Application |
The application for this recruitment of Council of Scientific & Industrial Research is online. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment online from csirnet.nta.nic.in on or before the last date of online application, which is 19 June 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Website | csirnet.nta.nic.in |