CSIR – North East Institute of Science & Technology (CSIR-NEIST), Jorhat, Assam has released a recruitment notification for engagement of Project Staff on a purely temporary basis for the project “Establishment of Regional cum Facilitation Centre for North Eastern Region”. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online before 07 July 2026 (2:00 PM) .

CSIR-NEIST Jorhat APM Recruitment 2026 – Over View

Organization	CSIR – North East Institute of Science & Technology, Jorhat
Recruitment Type	Project Staff (Temporary)
Total Vacancies	04 Posts
Application Mode	Online
Job Location	Jorhat, Assam
Category	Central Govt Job / CSIR Job
Last Date	07 July 2026 (2:00 PM)
Official Website	www.neist.res.in

CSIR-NEIST Jorhat APM Recruitment 2026– Age Limit

Post Code	Maximum Age
Post 01 – Assistant Project Manager (Technical)	55 Years
Post 02 – Project Consultant (Technical)	40 Years

Age Relaxation: Relaxable for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Women candidates as per Govt of India/CSIR rules issued time to time.

Note: Closing date of the Advertisement (07 July 2026) will be taken into consideration for calculating the age.

CSIR-NEIST Jorhat APM Recruitment 2026– Important Dates

Event	Date
Advertisement Date	27 May 2026
Last Date for Online Application	07 July 2026 (2:00 PM)
Interview Date	To be notified later

CSIR-NEIST Jorhat APM Recruitment 2026– Eligibility

Post Code 01: Assistant Project Manager (Technical)

Requirement	Details
Essential Qualification	Ph.D in Botany/Biotechnology/Plant Breeding & Genetics/Agronomy with minimum 4 years’ Post Qualification experience in the area of medicinal & aromatic plants, R&D, management, conservation and cultivation practices
Desirable	NA
Age Limit	Maximum 55 Years

Post Code 02: Project Consultant (Technical)

Requirement	Details
Essential Qualification	MSc in Botany/Life Science/Chemistry/Pharmacology/Agriculture/Biotechnology/Environmental Science with minimum 4-year Post Qualification experience in medicinal & aromatic plants, evidence with SCI publications OR Ph.D in Botany/Life Science/Chemistry/Pharmacology/Agriculture/Biotechnology/Environmental Science with SCI publications in MAPs
Desirable	NA
Age Limit	Maximum 40 Years

CSIR-NEIST Jorhat APM Recruitment 2026– Vacancy Details

Post Code	Post Name	No. of Posts	Project Period	Emoluments
01	Assistant Project Manager (Technical)	01	Upto 31st March 2027	₹52,500/- consolidated
02	Project Consultant (Technical)	03	Upto 31st March 2027	As per norms

Total: 04 Posts

CSIR-NEIST Jorhat APM Recruitment 2026– How To Apply

1. Visit the CSIR-NEIST official website: www.neist.res.in
2. Click on the “CLICK HERE TO APPLY” link available along with the advertisement.
3. Select the Post Name and fill in all details.
4. After submission, a Registration Number will be generated and displayed on the computer screen.
   • Note: Registration Number will NOT be sent via mobile or email. Keep it safe.
5. Download the registration form from the “DOWNLOAD” section of the portal.
6. Submit the signed copy of the registration form at the time of interview.
7. For each Post Code, a separate application should be submitted.

CSIR-NEIST Jorhat APM Recruitment 2026– Important Web-Links

Online Application Form	Click Here
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Official Website	Click Here

CSIR-NEIST Jorhat APM Recruitment 2026– Selection Process

The selection process may include:

• Online Application Submission
• Shortlisting based on Academic performances and Experiences
• Offline Interview at CSIR-NEIST, Jorhat
• Document Verification

Important:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be called for Interview.
• List of shortlisted candidates along with final date and time of Interview will be uploaded on CSIR-NEIST website.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the Interview.

CSIR-NEIST Jorhat APM Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

1. Last date of online application is 07 July 2026 up to 2:00 PM.
2. No application fee is required.
3. Candidates must have knowledge of computer for day-to-day work.
4. Result awaited candidates need not apply.
5. The engagement is purely temporary for a specific period and is co-terminus with the project.
6. The engagement will NOT confer any right for regularization in the institute.
7. The maximum tenure of engagement of a project staff will be six (6) years considering engagement in different projects either in the same institute or different institutes of CSIR.
8. Project Staff may also be allowed to do his/her Ph.D work based on CSIR Guidelines and with approval of Competent Authority.
9. The waitlisted panel will be valid for 1 (one) year from the date of notification.
10. The recruitment of any post may be kept in abeyance/cancelled at any moment without any notice.
11. Candidates must bring all ORIGINAL TESTIMONIALS, including Mark sheets and Certificates and a Clear Photograph on the date of interview, failing which their candidature may not be considered.
12. The selected candidates are expected to join immediately upon selection.

CSIR-NEIST Jorhat APM Recruitment 2026– Documents Required 

• All ORIGINAL TESTIMONIALS
• Mark Sheets (all semesters/years)
• Certificates (Educational & Professional)
• Experience Certificates
• Date of Birth Proof
• Category Certificate (if applicable)
• Recent Passport Size Photograph (Clear)
• Registration Form (signed copy)
• NOC (for Project Staff presently working in CSIR-NEIST)

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CSIR-NEIST Jorhat APM Recruitment 2026– FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply?

The last date for online application submission is 07 July 2026 up to 2:00 PM.

Q2. How many vacancies are available?

04 vacancies – 01 Assistant Project Manager (Technical) and 03 Project Consultant (Technical).

Q3. What is the required qualification for Assistant Project Manager?

Ph.D in Botany/Biotechnology/Plant Breeding & Genetics/Agronomy with minimum 4 years’ Post Qualification experience in medicinal & aromatic plants.

Q4. What is the required qualification for Project Consultant?

MSc in relevant field with 4 years experience in MAPs with SCI publications OR Ph.D in relevant field with SCI publications in MAPs.

Q5. What is the age limit?

• Assistant Project Manager: Maximum 55 Years
• Project Consultant: Maximum 40 Years

Q6. Is there any application fee?

No. There is no application fee.

Q7. Will TA/DA be paid for the interview?

No. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the Interview.

Q8. How will I know about the interview date?

The list of shortlisted candidates along with final date and time of Interview will be uploaded on the CSIR-NEIST website.

Q9. What is the duration of the project?

The project period is upto 31st March 2027 (may be extended/curtailed depending upon grant of funding agency).

Q10. What is the monthly emolument for Assistant Project Manager?

₹52,500/- consolidated per month.

Q11. Can I apply for both posts?

Yes, but a separate application should be submitted for each Post Code.

Q12. Is this a permanent job?

No. The engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. It does not confer any right for regularization.