Indian research institutes announce 2026 recruitment drives for scientific positions

The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) National Chemical Laboratory in Pune posted a 2026 recruitment notice for four posts — Research Associate I, Junior Research Fellow and Technical Assistant — with salaries between ₹20,000 and ₹58,000 per month. Applications close on 7 August 2026 and selection will be by interview.

CSIR’s Central Leather Research Institute in Chennai announced several temporary project‑based roles, including one Junior Research Fellow and four Project Associates across biotechnology, bio‑engineering and related fields. The walk‑in test is scheduled for 19 August 2026, followed by interviews on 20‑21 August. Salaries range from ₹25,000 to ₹37,000 per month.

The Indian Veterinary Research Institute (ICAR IVRI) issued a single vacancy for Project Technical Support III, offering a salary of ₹28,000 plus HRA. The walk‑in interview will be held on 6 August 2026.

The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (IISER Pune) released a vacancy for one Research Associate‑I, requiring a Ph.D. in chemistry, physics or material science. The position pays ₹58,000 per month, with a walk‑in interview on 7 August 2026.