CSIR CLRI Recruitment 2026: CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute, Chennai has released Notification No. 03/2026 for the engagement of Project Assistant-II, Project Associate-I, Senior Project Associate and Junior Research Fellow posts on a purely temporary project basis. A total of 57 vacancies are available under different research projects.
Eligible candidates are required to be present on the official scheduled date for written test/interview. Written test : 21.05.2026 | Interview Date : 25.05.2026 and 26.O5.2O26 While attending for selection, candidates must bring prescribed application form, original certificates and required documents.
CSIR CLRI Recruitment 2026 Overview
Particulars | Details |
Organization Name | CSIR – Central Leather Research Institute, Chennai |
Job Category | |
Post Name | Project Assistant-II, Project Associate-I, Senior Project Associate, Junior Research Fellow |
Total Vacancies | 57 Posts |
Application Mode | Offline / Walk-in |
Job Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Salary | Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 42,000 + HRA |
Official Website |
Important Dates
Event | Date |
Notification Release Date | 30.04.2026 |
Apply Start Date | Not applicable – Walk-in process |
Last Date to Apply | 21.05.2026 by 10:30 AM reporting |
Written Test Date | 21.05.2026 |
Interview Date | 25.05.2026 and 26.05.2026 |
Application Fee
Category | Fee |
General / UR | Nil |
OBC / EWS | Nil |
SC / ST | Nil |
Others | Nil |
Age Limit
Criteria | Details |
Minimum Age | Not specified |
Maximum Age | 28 years for JRF, 35 years for PA-II / PAT-I, 40 years for Senior Project Associate 
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Age Relaxation
Category | Relaxation |
SC / ST | 5 years |
OBC | 3 years |
PwBD | 5 years |
Women | 5 years |
Others | As per Government of India rules |
Educational Qualification
- Candidates must possess the relevant qualification such as B.Sc., Diploma, B.E., B.Tech., B.Des., M.Sc., M.Pharm., MCA, M.Tech or equivalent qualification from a recognized University/Institute.
- Required disciplines include Leather Technology, Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Chemistry, Polymer Science, Biotechnology, Lifesciences, Computer Science, AI/ML, Physics, Fashion Technology and related fields.
- Minimum marks requirement is generally 60%, while some posts require 55% marks.
- Experience: Required / Desirable as per post.
- Nationality: Indian candidates are eligible.
Vacancy Details
Post Name | No. of Posts |
Project Associate-I | 48 |
JRF or Project Associate-I | 4 |
Senior Project Associate | 1 |
Project Assistant-II | 4 |
Total | 57 |
Selection Process
- Written Test – Qualifying in nature
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
Candidates qualified in NET/GATE or national-level examinations conducted by CSIR/DBT/DST/ICMR/IIT/IISc/IISER/UGC/ICAR need not appear for the written test and may directly attend the interview.
Salary Details
Pay Scale | Details |
Project Assistant-II | Rs. 20,000 + HRA |
Project Associate-I | Rs. 25,000 / Rs. 31,000 / Rs. 37,000 + HRA, as applicable |
JRF | Rs. 37,000 + HRA, if NET/GATE qualified |
Senior Project Associate | Rs. 42,000 + HRA |
How to Apply CSIR CLRI Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official website.
- Go to the recruitment section.
- Download the relevant notification and application form.
- Read the eligibility conditions carefully.
- Fill the application form in the prescribed format.
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents.
- Carry original certificates for verification.
- Report for the written test at the venue on 21.05.2026.
- Attend the interview if shortlisted or eligible for direct interview.
- Triple Helix Auditorium, CSIR-CLRI, Sardar Patel Road, Adyar, Chennai – 600020 on 21-05-2026 by 09:30 AM (Written Test)
Required Documents
- Prescribed application form
- Passport size photographs
- Signature
- Birth certificate or 10th certificate as age proof
- 10th and 12th certificates
- Graduation certificates and marksheets
- Post-graduation certificates, if applicable
- NET/GATE certificate, if applicable
- Experience certificate, if applicable
- Identity proof
- Category certificate, if applicable
- Other relevant documents
Important Links
Description | Link |
Notification PDF | |
Official Website |
FAQs
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies?
Answer: The total number of vacancies is 57 posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
Answer: There is no online application last date. Candidates must report for the written test on 21.05.2026 by 10:30 AM.
Q3. What is the required qualification?
Answer: The qualification varies by post and includes B.Sc., Diploma, B.E., B.Tech., B.Des., M.Sc., M.Pharm., MCA, M.Tech and relevant equivalent qualifications.
Q4. What is the selection process?
Answer: The selection process includes a qualifying written test followed by a personal interview.
Q5. What is the salary?
Answer: The salary ranges from Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 42,000 + HRA, depending on the post and eligibility.
