- Post code 8701: M.Sc. in Physics. 8702: M.Sc. in Chemistry. 8703: M.Sc. in Botany. 8704: M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Life Science or Zoology. 8705: B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics or Electrical Engineering. 8706: B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science. 8707: B.E./B.Tech. in Metallurgy and Materials Science, M.Sc. in Material Science, or Integrated M.Sc. in Material Science and Engineering (experience in high-temperature processing, alloy making and materials characterisation desirable). 8708: M.Sc. in Chemistry or Material Science. 8709: M.Sc. in Chemistry with 3 years' R&D experience
- or Ph.D. in Chemistry with 2 years' R&D experience
- or Master's/Integrated Master's in Chemical Engineering with 2 years' R&D experience
- or Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering with 3 years' R&D experience. 8710: M.Sc. in Chemistry/Chemical Science with 2 years' relevant R&D experience (CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET, GATE or qualifying national-level examination condition applies for the higher emolument rate). 8711: M.Sc. in Chemistry/Materials Science with 2 years' relevant R&D experience, or M.E./M.Tech. in Material Science. 8712: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics or Materials Science with 5 years' relevant post-qualification R&D experience.
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CSIR – Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT), Bhubaneswar, Odisha has invited online applications for 13 vacancies under CSIR-IMMT Project Associate-I / Project Associate-II / Senior Project Associate / Project Scientist-II Recruitment 2026 (Project Staff Recruitment) (PME/P87/2026). Candidates with Post code 8701: M.Sc. in Physics. 8702: M.Sc. in Chemistry. 8703: M.Sc. in Botany. 8704: M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Life Science or Zoology. 8705: B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics or Electrical Engineering. 8706: B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science. 8707: B.E./B.Tech. in Metallurgy and Materials Science, M.Sc. in Material Science, or Integrated M.Sc. in Material Science and Engineering (experience in high-temperature processing, alloy making and materials characterisation desirable). 8708: M.Sc. in Chemistry or Material Science. 8709: M.Sc. in Chemistry with 3 years' R&D experience; or Ph.D. in Chemistry with 2 years' R&D experience; or Master's/Integrated Master's in Chemical Engineering with 2 years' R&D experience; or Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering with 3 years' R&D experience. 8710: M.Sc. in Chemistry/Chemical Science with 2 years' relevant R&D experience (CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET, GATE or qualifying national-level examination condition applies for the higher emolument rate). 8711: M.Sc. in Chemistry/Materials Science with 2 years' relevant R&D experience, or M.E./M.Tech. in Material Science. 8712: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics or Materials Science with 5 years' relevant post-qualification R&D experience. can apply. The pay scale is Post codes 8701–8708: Rs. 25,000 per month + HRA at 20%. 8709 (Senior Project Associate): Rs. 42,000 + HRA at 20%. 8710 (Project Associate-II): Rs. 35,000 + HRA at 20% for candidates meeting the stated NET/GATE examination condition, otherwise Rs. 28,000 + HRA at 20%. 8711 (Project Associate-II): Rs. 28,000 + HRA at 20%. 8712 (Project Scientist-II): Rs. 67,000 + HRA at 20%. and the application fee is Not in notification (no fee is mentioned in the sources available). Interested candidates can apply online before 20 Nov 2026 through the official website.
CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar is recruiting 13 temporary project staff (Project Associate-I/II, Senior Project Associate and Project Scientist-II) under Advt. No. PME/P87/2026, published 06 Nov 2026. Science and engineering postgraduates can apply online by 20 Nov 2026; shortlisted candidates will be interviewed at Bhubaneswar on 26–27 Nov 2026. Engagement is temporary and co-terminus with the project, initially for 1 year.
CSIR-IMMT Project Associate-I / Project Associate-II / Senior Project Associate / Project Scientist-II Recruitment 2026 (Project Staff Recruitment) - Overview
| Organization | CSIR – Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT), Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
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| Post Name | CSIR-IMMT Project Associate-I / Project Associate-II / Senior Project Associate / Project Scientist-II Recruitment 2026 (Project Staff Recruitment) |
| Advertisement No. | PME/P87/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 13 |
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| Salary / Pay Scale | Post codes 8701–8708: Rs. 25,000 per month + HRA at 20%. 8709 (Senior Project Associate): Rs. 42,000 + HRA at 20%. 8710 (Project Associate-II): Rs. 35,000 + HRA at 20% for candidates meeting the stated NET/GATE examination condition, otherwise Rs. 28,000 + HRA at 20%. 8711 (Project Associate-II): Rs. 28,000 + HRA at 20%. 8712 (Project Scientist-II): Rs. 67,000 + HRA at 20%. |
| Application Fee | Not in notification (no fee is mentioned in the sources available) |
| Job Location | Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 Nov 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.immt.res.in |
Important Dates
| Notification date | 06 Nov 2026 |
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| Last date for queries (04:00 PM | 19 Nov 2026 |
| Last date to apply online (05:00 PM | 20 Nov 2026 |
| Interviews (post codes 8701, 8702, 8706, 8707, 8708, 8709, 8710, 8711, 8712) and 27 Nov 2026 (post codes 8703, 8704, 870 | 26 Nov 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Project Associate-I | 8701 |
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| Senior Project Associate | 8709 |
| Project Associate-II | 8710 |
| Project Scientist-II | 8712 |
| Total | 13 |
Eligibility
| Organization | CSIR – Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT), Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
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| Age Limit |
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| Application Fee | Not in notification (no fee is mentioned in the sources available) |
Salary / Pay Scale
🏆Selection Process — Step by Step
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- Screening/shortlisting of online applications by the Institute; (
- Interview at CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar, on 26–27 Nov 2026 (no written examination).
Each stage is qualifying — you must clear one stage to reach the next. Final merit is prepared as per the rules in the official notification.
How to Apply
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- Register on https://rects.immt.res.in and complete one-time registration; (
- submit a separate online application for each post code applied for, on or before 20 Nov 2026 (05:00 PM); (
- take a printout of each submitted application; (
- shortlisted candidates must bring the printed application to the interview. Queries by email up to 19 Nov 2026 (04:00 PM).
Important Links
| Apply Online (Official) |
| Official Notification (Official notification pdf is not available) |
| Official Website |
📝Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Exact marks distribution, number of questions, negative marking and detailed syllabus are given in the official notification PDF — download it from Important Links above.
📄Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph — as per the size and format specified in the notification
- Scanned signature — clear signature on white paper, scanned as specified
- Educational certificates & mark sheets (Post code 8701: M.Sc. in Physics. 8702: M.Sc. in Chemistry. 8703: M.Sc. in Botany. 8704: M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Life Science or Zoology. 8705: B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics or Electrical Engineering. 8706: B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science. 8707: B.E./B.Tech. in Metallurgy and Materials Science, M.Sc. in Material Science, or Integrated M.Sc. in Material Science and Engineering (experience in high-temperature processing, alloy making and materials characterisation desirable). 8708: M.Sc. in Chemistry or Material Science. 8709: M.Sc. in Chemistry with 3 years' R&D experience; or Ph.D. in Chemistry with 2 years' R&D experience; or Master's/Integrated Master's in Chemical Engineering with 2 years' R&D experience; or Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering with 3 years' R&D experience. 8710: M.Sc. in Chemistry/Chemical Science with 2 years' relevant R&D experience (CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET, GATE or qualifying national-level examination condition applies for the higher emolument rate). 8711: M.Sc. in Chemistry/Materials Science with 2 years' relevant R&D experience, or M.E./M.Tech. in Material Science. 8712: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics or Materials Science with 5 years' relevant post-qualification R&D experience.) — proof of your qualification
- Valid photo ID proof — Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / PAN Card / Driving Licence
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) — only if you are claiming age or fee relaxation
- Domicile / residence certificate — if the notification requires it
- Experience certificate — only if the post requires prior experience
- Disability certificate (PwD) — only if applicable
Keep scanned copies ready in the prescribed size and format before starting the online application. Mismatched or missing documents lead to rejection.
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who can apply for CSIR-IMMT Project Associate-I / Project Associate-II / Senior Project Associate / Project Scientist-II Recruitment 2026 (Project Staff Recruitment)?
Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria — qualification: Post code 8701: M.Sc. in Physics. 8702: M.Sc. in Chemistry. 8703: M.Sc. in Botany. 8704: M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Life Science or Zoology. 8705: B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics or Electrical Engineering. 8706: B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science. 8707: B.E./B.Tech. in Metallurgy and Materials Science, M.Sc. in Material Science, or Integrated M.Sc. in Material Science and Engineering (experience in high-temperature processing, alloy making and materials characterisation desirable). 8708: M.Sc. in Chemistry or Material Science. 8709: M.Sc. in Chemistry with 3 years' R&D experience; or Ph.D. in Chemistry with 2 years' R&D experience; or Master's/Integrated Master's in Chemical Engineering with 2 years' R&D experience; or Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering with 3 years' R&D experience. 8710: M.Sc. in Chemistry/Chemical Science with 2 years' relevant R&D experience (CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET, GATE or qualifying national-level examination condition applies for the higher emolument rate). 8711: M.Sc. in Chemistry/Materials Science with 2 years' relevant R&D experience, or M.E./M.Tech. in Material Science. 8712: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics or Materials Science with 5 years' relevant post-qualification R&D experience.; age limit: Maximum 35 years as on the last date of application (20 Nov 2026) for post codes 8701–8708 and 8710–8711; maximum 40 years for post codes 8709 and 8712. Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates; 3 years for OBC candidates, or as per Government of India instructions.. Check the Eligibility table above and the official notification for category-wise relaxation.
What is the age relaxation rule?
Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD and other reserved categories applies as per government rules. Refer to the official notification for exact relaxation details.
Is there any application fee? Who is exempted?
Application fee: Not in notification (no fee is mentioned in the sources available). Check the official notification for any fee exemption — exemptions apply only as stated in the notification.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the application is 20 Nov 2026. Apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute server issues.
How can I check my application / admit card / result status?
All updates are published on the official website of CSIR – Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT), Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Use the Important Links section above — never trust third-party agents or unofficial websites.
🏆How to Check Result
- Visit the official website: https://www.immt.res.in (link in Important Links above).
- Look for the Results / Career section on the homepage.
- Find the result link for CSIR-IMMT Project Associate-I / Project Associate-II / Senior Project Associate / Project Scientist-II Recruitment 2026 (Project Staff Recruitment).
- Enter your roll number / registration number and date of birth.
- Download and save the scorecard / merit list PDF for future reference.
CSIR – Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT), Bhubaneswar, Odisha publishes results only on its official website. Beware of fake result websites asking for money.
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