CSIR CLRI Recruitment 2026: 57 Project Assistant, JRF & More Posts – Walk-in

CSIR CLRI Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 57 Project Staff Vacancies

CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI), Chennai, a premier national laboratory under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), has announced the CSIR CLRI Recruitment 2026 for engaging talented candidates as Project Assistant-II, Project Associate-I, Senior Project Associate, and Junior Research Fellow. A total of 57 vacancies are available across various research projects. Eligible candidates can appear for the walk-in written test on 21 May 2026, followed by interviews on 25–26 May 2026. This is a golden opportunity for those seeking a sarkari job in the research sector. Read on for complete details on eligibility, salary, selection process, and how to apply.

Organization Overview

CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI) is a constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), Government of India. Located in Adyar, Chennai, CLRI is a global leader in leather and allied research, offering cutting-edge facilities for scientific innovation. The institute regularly recruits project staff on a temporary basis for its sponsored projects.

Post Details

The recruitment drive covers multiple positions under Notification No. 03/2026. Below is the vacancy distribution:

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as per the post. Detailed qualification requirements are given below:

Age Limit

The upper age limit varies by post. Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms.

Application Fee

There is no application fee for any category. Candidates simply need to bring the filled application form and documents to the walk-in.

Selection Process

The selection consists of two stages: a qualifying Written Test and a Personal Interview. Candidates with valid NET/GATE or national level exam scores can skip the Written Test and directly attend the Interview.

Stage 1 - Written Test (Qualifying)

Stage 2 - Personal Interview

Salary / Emoluments

Important Dates

How to Apply

Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria should appear directly for the walk-in written test at the venue mentioned below. Follow these steps:

1. Download the official notification and application form from the CSIR-CLRI website (link in Important Links).
2. Fill the prescribed application form (Annexure) carefully.
3. Gather self-attested copies and originals of all required documents: age proof, educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), NET/GATE certificate (if any), experience certificates, photo ID, and 2 passport-size photographs.
4. Report to the venue on 21-05-2026 by 09:30 AM at Triple Helix Auditorium, CSIR-CLRI, Sardar Patel Road, Adyar, Chennai - 600020.
5. Submit the application form along with documents at the time of the written test.
6. Qualified candidates will be informed about the interview schedule.

Note: Candidates with valid NET/GATE or equivalent national level exam can directly attend the interview on 25-26 May 2026 without appearing for the written test.

Important Instructions

• These are purely temporary positions, co-terminus with the project.
• Candidates who have completed 6/7 years as project staff in any CSIR lab are not eligible.
• Final year students awaiting results are not eligible.
• No entry after 10:30 AM on the written test day.
• No TA/DA will be paid.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected.
• Any discrepancy in documents may lead to disqualification.
• The Director reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment.