CSIR-NAL Recruitment 2026 is out for 46 Project Associate, Project Assistant and Senior PAT posts, with walk-in interviews on 12, 16 and 23 Nov 2026. Posts are on temporary contract basis at Bengaluru under Advt. No. 15/2026/PS. Pay ranges from ₹18,000 to ₹42,000 per month plus HRA, depending on the post.
Important Dates
| Date of Publication | 05 Nov 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview - Mechanical / Aerospace / Aeronautical posts and PA-I Fitter | 12 Nov 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview - Metallurgical / Physics / Materials Science / Chemistry posts | 16 Nov 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview - ECE / EEE / CS / Instrumentation / Control posts and PA-II | 23 Nov 2026 |
Age Limit
| Maximum Age (Project Associate and Project Assistant posts) | 35 years |
| Maximum Age (Senior PAT) | 40 years |
| Age Relaxation (SC / ST / PwBD / Women) | 5 years |
| Age Relaxation (OBC) | 3 years |
| Age Calculated As On | Date of Walk-in-Interview |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | CSIR NAL Recruitment 2026 - 46 Posts, Walk-in Interview |
| Department | CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL) |
| Total Vacancy | 46 |
| Post Name | No. Of Post |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) - Mechanical / Aerospace / Aeronautical | 12 |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II) - Mechanical / Aerospace / Aeronautical / Thermal Design | 8 |
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) - Fitter | 1 |
| Senior PAT - Mechanical / Aerospace / Aeronautical | 1 |
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) - Metallurgical Engineering / Physics / Materials Science / Chemistry | 2 |
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) with NET/GATE / without NET/GATE - Metallurgical Engineering / Physics / Materials Science / Chemistry | 1 |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II) - Chemistry | 1 |
| Project Associate-I - ECE / EEE / CS / Instrumentation / Control | 9 |
| Project Associate-II (PAT-II) - ECE / EEE / Instrumentation / Control & Automation / Computer Science / RF / Microwave | 5 |
| Project Assistant-II (PA-II) - ECE / CS / IT | 3 |
| Project Assistant-II (PA-II) - Any Stream | 1 |
| Project Associate-II (NET/GATE) - Computer Science / ECE | 1 |
| Senior PAT - Computer Science / ECE | 1 |
Job Details
| Employment Type | Contract Basis |
| Salary / Pay | ₹18,000/- + HRA to ₹42,000/- + HRA monthly emoluments, depending on the post |
| Job Location | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Experience | Project Associate-II: 2 years' experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services (not required with Masters/Integrated Masters). Senior PAT: 3 years' experience with Bachelor's degree, or 2 years' experience with Masters/Integrated Masters. |
Eligibility / Qualification
Project Assistant-I: SSC/10th plus ITI (Fitter). Project Assistant-II: B.Sc / 3 Years Diploma in Engg / Tech. Project Associate-I: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or any equivalent qualification duly recognized by the concerned authority (Masters/Integrated Masters also accepted for Metallurgical Engineering / Physics / Materials Science / Chemistry). Project Associate-II: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology with 2 years' R&D experience, OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology. Senior PAT: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology with 3 years' R&D experience, OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology with 2 years' R&D experience.
Mode Of Selection
- Selection is based on performance in the walk-in interview or any other criteria adopted by the selection committee(s).
- If a large number of candidates appear, the Selection/Screening Committee may shortlist candidates for the interview based on a written exam or any other criteria deemed fit.
- CSIR-NAL adopts its own criteria for shortlisting; having more than the minimum qualification does not entitle a candidate to be called for interview.
- A panel of suitable candidates is generated after selection, valid for a maximum of one year; empanelment does not give an automatic guarantee of engagement.
- List of selected candidates will be notified on https://www.nal.res.in.
About CSIR-NAL Project Staff Recruitment
CSIR-NAL is a unit under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of India. Applications are invited from qualified Indian nationals for engagement of Project Staff to work in various projects at CSIR-NAL, Bengaluru, under Advt. No. 15/2026/PS. The engagement is purely on temporary and contract basis under CSIR / externally funded / other projects, for a short period and co-terminus with the project.
Walk-in Interview Venue and Reporting Time
Candidates should report at CSIR-NAL (RAB Meeting Complex, National Aerospace Laboratories), Adjacent to SBI, NAL Branch, Kodihalli, Bengaluru - 560017 on the specified date between 9.00 AM and 9.30 AM for registration and verification of documents.
Panel of Waitlisted Candidates
Positions may vary as per the project requirements. CSIR-NAL will make a panel of waitlisted candidates to supplement new projects. The panel will be valid for one year from the date of notification of result, or till the completion of the project, whichever is earlier.
Contact Details
For any query, contact 080-25086048 / 22514032 or email projectrecruit.nal@csir.res.in. The application form is available on the official website https://www.nal.res.in.
Post-wise Monthly Pay and Interview Date
| Post | Specialization | Interview Date | Monthly Emoluments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I / PAT-I | Mechanical / Aerospace / Aeronautical | 12/11/2026 | ₹25,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate-II / PAT-II | Mechanical / Aerospace / Aeronautical / Thermal Design | 12/11/2026 | ₹28,000/- + HRA |
| Project Assistant-I / PA-I | Fitter | 12/11/2026 | ₹18,000/- + HRA |
| Senior PAT | Mechanical / Aerospace / Aeronautical | 12/11/2026 | ₹42,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate-I / PAT-I | Metallurgical Engineering / Physics / Materials Science / Chemistry | 16/11/2026 | ₹25,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate-I / PAT-I with NET/GATE / without NET/GATE | Metallurgical Engineering / Physics / Materials Science / Chemistry | 16/11/2026 | With NET/GATE ₹31,000/- + HRA; without NET/GATE ₹25,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate-II / PAT-II | Chemistry | 16/11/2026 | ₹28,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate-I | ECE / EEE / CS / Instrumentation / Control | 23/11/2026 | ₹25,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate-II / PAT-II | ECE / EEE / Instrumentation / Control & Automation / Computer Science / RF / Microwave | 23/11/2026 | ₹28,000/- + HRA |
| Project Assistant-II / PA-II | ECE / CS / IT | 23/11/2026 | ₹20,000/- + HRA |
| Project Assistant-II / PA-II | Any Stream | 23/11/2026 | ₹20,000/- + HRA |
| Project Associate-II (NET/GATE) | Computer Science / ECE | 23/11/2026 | ₹35,000/- + HRA |
| Senior PAT | Computer Science / ECE | 23/11/2026 | ₹42,000/- + HRA |
Post-wise Job Requirements
| Post | Job Requirements |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (Mechanical / Aerospace / Aeronautical) | To support scientist in carrying out the detail design engineering of Hydraulic System; Mechanical Design, CAD & FEA; Desirable: 1-2 years of Aerospace-relevant experience, knowledge in fluid dynamics, aerodynamics, jets/micro-jets, 3D CAD modelling and drafting using CATIA/Solidworks, wind tunnel experiments and data analysis, wind tunnel instrumentation, programming skills Python, MATLAB; Knowledge in thermal & Heat Transfer; Tool design of composite parts, tool CAD model and drawing using CATIA and Draftsight, manufacturing engineering CAD data support, dimensional inspection and calibration of measuring instruments; UAV Pilot (Fixed-Wing and Multirotor), UAV sub-systems assembly/integration, UAV Autopilot Integration and Ground Control Station (GCS) Software, troubleshooting and debugging of UAV components; CATIA 3D Modelling and Drafting; 6DOF Model development using Open Modelica; CATIA V5 / GD&T / Aircraft Design; Fabrication, design modeling and testing of sensor, documentation; R & D on High Temperature Shape memory alloys (metal working, metallography and material characterization) |
| Project Associate-II (Mechanical / Aerospace / Aeronautical / Thermal Design) | 3D CAD Modelling & Detailed Designing; Experience in Experimental Heat Transfer; Heat Transfer, Machine Design; CATIA 3D Modelling and Drafting; UAV Pilot (Fixed-Wing and Multirotor), UAV sub-systems assembly/integration, UAV Autopilot Integration and GCS Software, troubleshooting and debugging of UAV components; CATIA 3D Modelling and Drafting, generation of CAD models and drawings; CAD Modeling (Solid work) + Structural Analysis; CAD Modeling + CFD Analysis |
| Project Assistant-I (Fitter) | Autoclave Maintenance, operation, calibration etc |
| Senior PAT (Mechanical / Aerospace / Aeronautical) | UAV Pilot: Fixed-Wing UAVs and Multirotor UAVs; good knowledge of UAV sub-systems and their Assembly/Integration; experience in UAV Autopilot Integration and Ground Control Station (GCS) Software; troubleshoot and debug components of UAV; to prepare UAV systems requirements document |
| Project Associate-I (Metallurgical Engineering / Physics / Materials Science / Chemistry) | EM Design & Analysis of Metasurfaces; R & D on High Temperature Shape memory alloys. Job profile includes metal working, metallography and material characterization |
| Project Associate-I with NET/GATE / without NET/GATE (Metallurgical Engineering / Physics / Materials Science / Chemistry) | Metallurgical evaluation of materials, scanning electron microscopy; Metallurgical studies related to airworthiness qualification |
| Project Associate-II (Chemistry) | To develop hybrid process, derived ceramic nature composites - characterization - TGA, X-ray diffraction characterization of developed CMC |
| Project Associate-I (ECE / EEE / CS / Instrumentation / Control) | Microcontroller/microprocessor, Embedded Systems, C programming, Power electronics, Electronics hardware integrations and testing; Experience with Ardupilot/PX4 firmware, Control System design, Model based design, MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow; Development of AI models for electromagnetic applications; Autopilot design, development, programming, integration testing, indigenous processor eval board programming testing; Development of aerospace sub-system (R&D); Virtual lab content designing including brochures / certificates etc (Specialization: CSS, HTML, Java, JavaScript) |
| Project Associate-II (ECE / EEE / Instrumentation / Control & Automation / Computer Science / RF / Microwave) | Development of wind tunnel controls, DAQ, Labview; Software development, system integration etc; Model based design of control laws for aircraft, real-time & non-real-time simulation, knowledge of MATLAB/SIMULINK; EM Analysis of Antenna-Radome |
| Project Assistant-II (ECE / CS / IT) | Wiring Instrumentation & Sensor Mounting; Knowledge in Computer Programming |
| Project Assistant-II (Any Stream) | Photography & Videography with editing skills |
| Project Associate-II (NET/GATE) (Computer Science / ECE) | Python, Computer Vision, Deep Learning Network, Socket Programming for Camera Gimbal Control, Edge computing (Linux systems / Operating Boards); Additional: Programming skills (C, C++, MATLAB), experience with Ardupilot/PX4 firmware |
| Senior PAT (Computer Science / ECE) | Python programming, embedded computing on NVIDIA/Raspberry boards for automatic onboard target intervention and GUI development; Processing of aerial imagery into high resolution maps (Hyperspectral Imagery); Computer vision & deep learning methods for crop and pest classification; Additional: Experience with PX4 firmware and integration |
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed application form (ADVT. No. 15/2026/PS) from the official website https://www.nal.res.in and fill it in completely.
- Attend the walk-in interview on the date given for your post and specialization, along with the duly filled application form.
- Report between 9.00 AM and 9.30 AM for registration and verification of documents; no registration is allowed after 09.45 AM.
- Candidates who wish to apply for more than one position need to apply separately for each position.
- Mention your category (SC/ST/OBC/PH/EWS) clearly in the application and attach documentary proof if claiming age relaxation.
- Do not send the application by post, speed post or e-mail.
Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Points to Know Before Applying for CSIR NAL Recruitment 2026 - 46 Posts, Walk-in Interview
- Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
- Bring a copy of Aadhar Card or any Government-issued photo ID, the duly filled application form, a latest passport size photograph, and original certificates with one set of photocopies (including Caste Certificate, if any, in the proper format).
- Candidates who have appeared for the qualifying examination and are awaiting results are not eligible to attend the interview.
- Candidates claiming age relaxation must attach documentary proof of category; failing to attach it means they will not be permitted for interview.
- If a candidate claims a qualification as equivalent, an order/letter showing the Authority (with number and date) must be produced, otherwise the application is liable to be rejected.
- Candidates already working in CSIR-NAL or any other CSIR lab must bring a No Objection Certificate from the Project Leader/HOD at the interview, and furnish a relieving order before reporting for duty if selected.
- List all qualifications and experience in the relevant area, over and above the minimum, in the application with supporting documents and ensure all details are complete and accurate.
- The engagement gives no right to continuation beyond tenure, absorption or regularization in CSIR, and may be terminated by either side with one month's notice or one-month stipend in lieu.
- Maximum duration in one project or in different projects together in CSIR-NAL or other CSIR labs shall not be more than six years in any case.
- Selected candidates must contact the Recruitment Section with original documents (educational certificates with all mark sheets, experience certificates, caste certificate etc.) within 15 days for reporting; no further extension will normally be given.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experience as per the desirable skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
- Be prepared to come on the next day if your interview is not completed on the indicated day for any reason.
- The Director, CSIR-NAL may increase or decrease the number of positions or cancel the recruitment process at any stage, and the decision is final and binding.
- Canvassing in any form or bringing political or other influence will lead to disqualification.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the CSIR-NAL walk-in interview 2026?
The walk-in interviews are held on 12 Nov 2026, 16 Nov 2026 and 23 Nov 2026, depending on the post and specialization. Candidates should report between 9.00 AM and 9.30 AM.
How many vacancies are there in CSIR-NAL Recruitment 2026?
There are 46 positions in total under Advt. No. 15/2026/PS: 22 on 12 Nov, 4 on 16 Nov and 20 on 23 Nov 2026. The number of positions may vary as per the project requirements.
What is the age limit for CSIR-NAL Project Staff posts?
The maximum age is 35 years for Project Associate and Project Assistant posts and 40 years for Senior PAT. Relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC. Age is determined as on the date of the walk-in interview.
What is the salary of Project Associate and Project Assistant at CSIR-NAL?
Monthly emoluments range from ₹18,000/- + HRA for Project Assistant-I to ₹42,000/- + HRA for Senior PAT. Project Associate-I is ₹25,000/- + HRA, Project Associate-II is ₹28,000/- + HRA and Project Assistant-II is ₹20,000/- + HRA.
How to apply for CSIR-NAL Recruitment 2026?
Candidates attend the walk-in interview with the duly filled application form in the prescribed format, available on the official website. Applications must not be sent by post, speed post or e-mail.
Will TA/DA be paid for attending the CSIR-NAL walk-in interview?
No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates for attending the walk-in interview.