CSIR – North East Institute of Science and Technology (CSIR-NEIST) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Project Associate-I (Life Sciences) and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 23 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. 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 Project Associate-I (Life Sciences) and other Posts will be accepted from 06 October 2026 to 17 October 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 Project Associate-I (Life Sciences) and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
CSIR-NEIST – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (Bioinformatics) | 1 | Rs.25000-31000/- | Jorhat, Assam |
| Principal Project Associate | 1 | Rs.49000-49000/- | Jorhat, Assam |
| Project Technical Support-III | 1 | Rs.28000-28000/- | Jorhat, Assam |
| Senior Project Associate (Life Sciences) | 3 | Rs.42000-42000/- | Jorhat, Assam |
| Project Associate-II | 4 | Rs.28000-28000/- | Jorhat, Assam |
| Project Associate-I (Life Sciences) | 5 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Jorhat, Assam |
| Project Assistant-II | 3 | Rs.20000-20000/- | Jorhat, Assam |
| Assistant Project Manager (Technical) | 1 | Rs.52500-52500/- | Jorhat, Assam |
| Project Associate-I (Chemistry) | 1 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Jorhat, Assam |
| Senior Project Associate (Bioinformatics) | 1 | Rs.42000-42000/- | Jorhat, Assam |
| Project Associate-I (Physical, Applied Chemistry) | 1 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Jorhat, Assam |
| Project Associate-I (Chemistry) | 1 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Jorhat, Assam |
| Total Vacancies: | 23 |
CSIR-NEIST Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for CSIR-NEIST Project Associate-I (Life Sciences) and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by CSIR – North East Institute of Science and Technology. 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 | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (Bioinformatics) | M.Sc. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biotechnology | No Details |
| Principal Project Associate | PhD in Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biotechnology | No Details |
| Project Technical Support-III | 1st class M.Sc. or Integrated M.Sc. in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Science | No Details |
| Senior Project Associate (Life Sciences) | M.Sc. in Botany, Life Science, Taxonomy, Agriculture, Pharmacology, Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Environmental Science OR PhD in the above subjects | No Details |
| Project Associate-II | M.Sc. in Life Science, Taxonomy, Agriculture, Pharmacology, Chemistry, Bioinformatics with two years experience | 2 years |
| Project Associate-I (Life Sciences) | M.Sc. in Life Science, Botany, Taxonomy, Agriculture, Pharmacology, Bioinformatics, Chemistry | No Details |
| Project Assistant-II | Graduate in Science | No Details |
| Assistant Project Manager (Technical) | PhD in Botany, Biotechnology, Plant Breeding and Genetics, Agronomy, Agriculture with two years experience OR M.Sc. with five years experience | 5 years |
| Project Associate-I (Chemistry) | M.Sc. in Chemistry, Chemical Science, Material Science | No Details |
| Senior Project Associate (Bioinformatics) | B.Tech in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Chemical Science and Technology OR M.Sc. in Bioinformatics, Biotechnology with specialization in Bioinformatics, Chemistry | No Details |
| Project Associate-I (Physical, Applied Chemistry) | 1st class M.Sc. in Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Applied Chemistry | No Details |
| Project Associate-I (Chemistry) | M.Sc. Chemistry | No Details |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by CSIR – North East Institute of Science and Technology for Project Associate-I (Life Sciences) 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 |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (Bioinformatics) | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
| Principal Project Associate | Min 40 to Max 40 years |
| Project Technical Support-III | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
| Senior Project Associate (Life Sciences) | Min 40 to Max 40 years |
| Project Associate-II | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
| Project Associate-I (Life Sciences) | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
| Project Assistant-II | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
| Assistant Project Manager (Technical) | Min 55 to Max 55 years |
| Project Associate-I (Chemistry) | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
| Senior Project Associate (Bioinformatics) | Min 40 to Max 40 years |
| Project Associate-I (Physical, Applied Chemistry) | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
| Project Associate-I (Chemistry) | Min 35 to Max 35 years |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Project Associate-I (Life Sciences) and other Posts will be carried out through Shortlisting based on academic performance and experience, Offline interview at CSIR-NEIST, document verification. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of CSIR – North East Institute of Science and Technology. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for CSIR-NEIST Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online Application |
The application for this recruitment of CSIR – North East Institute of Science and Technology is online. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment online from neist.res.in on or before the last date of online application, which is 17 October 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Website | neist.res.in |