CSIR-NAL Recruitment 2026 for 46 Project Associate, Project Assistant and Senior PAT PostsWalk-in

• Only Indian nationals are eligible, and qualifications must be completed by the applicable walk-in interview date. Candidates awaiting their qualifying examination results are not eligible.
• PA-I – Fitter: SSC/Class 10 together with ITI in Fitter.
• PA-II – ECE/CS/IT and Any Stream: B.Sc or a three-year diploma in Engineering/Technology, subject to the discipline specified for the position.
• PAT-I – Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical and ECE/EEE/CS/Instrumentation/Control: a recognized bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology or an officially recognized equivalent qualification in the relevant discipline.
• PAT-I – Metallurgical Engineering/Physics/Materials Science/Chemistry, including the with/without NET/GATE role: a recognized master's/integrated master's degree, bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology, or an officially recognized equivalent qualification in the relevant discipline.
• PAT-II roles: a recognized bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent with two years of research and development experience in industrial or academic institutions, science and technology organizations, or scientific activities and services; alternatively, a recognized master's/integrated master's degree in Engineering/Technology, subject to the advertised discipline.
• Senior PAT roles: a recognized bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent with three years of relevant research and development experience, or a recognized master's/integrated master's degree in Engineering/Technology with two years of such experience.
• For Mechanical/Aerospace/Aeronautical PAT-I, one to two years of aerospace-related experience is desirable. Relevant desirable skills and the ability to work in a team receive preference.
• Candidates claiming an equivalent qualification must provide the relevant recognition order or letter identifying the authority, order number and date.

• Download Advertisement No. 15/2026/PS and check the interview date, eligibility and venue for your specialization.
• Obtain the prescribed application form enclosed with the notice or available on the official website, and complete it for the relevant position.
• Prepare a separate application for every position for which you wish to be considered.
• Clearly indicate your category and attach supporting proof if claiming age relaxation.
• Bring the completed form, latest passport-size photograph, government photo ID, original certificates and one set of photocopies, along with other applicable documents.
• Attend the relevant walk-in on 12, 16 or 23 November 2026. Report at 9:00 AM; registration and document verification are scheduled between 9.00 AM and 9.30 AM, with no registration after 09.45 AM.
• Do not submit the application by post, speed post or email.

Recruitment overview

CSIR-National Aerospace Laboratories, Bengaluru, is recruiting for 46 vacancies under Advertisement No. 15/2026/PS. The notice carries a publication date of 5 November 2026 and covers 13 project roles. These are temporary, contractual engagements linked to project requirements, not regular appointments. Monthly emoluments range from ₹18,000 to ₹42,000 plus HRA, with a ₹31,000 plus HRA rate specified for the relevant NET/GATE-qualified PAT-I role.

Who should check the notice

The opportunities cover Fitter, mechanical, aerospace, aeronautical, materials, chemistry, electronics, electrical, instrumentation and computer-related disciplines. PA-I requires Class 10 with ITI, while PA-II accepts the specified B.Sc or three-year engineering/technology diploma. Associate and Senior PAT roles have degree and experience conditions that differ by position. Only Indian nationals can apply, and candidates awaiting qualifying examination results are excluded. Age and qualifications are assessed on the applicable interview date.

What candidates need to do

• Open the official notification and identify the interview group and venue for the relevant specialization. Walk-ins are scheduled for 12, 16 and 23 November 2026.
• Complete the prescribed application form. Use a separate application for each position; postal and email submissions are not accepted.
• Bring the photograph, government photo ID, original certificates and one photocopy set. Include category proof where applicable and an NOC from the Project Leader/HOD if working in CSIR-NAL or another CSIR laboratory.
• Report at 9:00 AM. Registration and verification run from 9.00 AM to 9.30 AM, and registration closes after 09.45 AM.

Selection and engagement conditions

The committee may use a written examination or other screening criteria when attendance is high. Interviews may continue the following day if they cannot be completed as scheduled. No TA/DA is payable for attending.

The selection panel can remain valid for up to one year, but empanelment does not assure engagement. Selected candidates must contact the Recruitment Section with original documents within 15 days to obtain reporting details. Total project engagement across CSIR-NAL and other CSIR laboratories cannot exceed six years. The appointment creates no right to absorption or regularization.