Thumbnail: Viksit Haryana | CSIR-NAL Project Staff Recruitment 2026, 47 posts, walk-in on 16 and 23 November 2026.
Here is a government research job that needs no written examination and no online form. CSIR–National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru, is hiring 47 project staff through walk-in interviews — and only two dates remain: 16 November and 23 November 2026.
The best part is the simplicity of it. There is no online application and no application fee mentioned in the notification — candidates simply walk in at Bengaluru with a filled application form and their documents. The highest pay on offer is Rs 42,000 per month plus HRA for Senior Project Associate.
CSIR-NAL Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | CSIR–National Aerospace Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru |
| Advertisement No. | Advt. No. 15/2026/PS (published 5 November 2026) |
| Total posts | 47 posts |
| Walk-in dates left | 16 November 2026 (4 posts) and 23 November 2026 (19 posts) — the 12 November walk-in is over |
| Pay | Rs 18,000 to Rs 42,000 per month + HRA |
| Age limit | Maximum 35 years (Senior Project Associate: 40 years) |
| Selection | Walk-in interview (a screening/written test is possible if the turnout is large) |
| How to apply | No online form — attend the walk-in directly |
| Official website | nal.res.in |
How Many Posts on Each Date?
| Date | Posts | Number |
|---|---|---|
| 12 November 2026 (over) | Project Associate-I 13, Project Associate-II 9, Project Assistant-I 1, Senior Project Associate 1 | 24 |
| 16 November 2026 | Project Associate-I 2, Project Associate-I (NET/GATE) 1, Project Associate-II 1 | 4 |
| 23 November 2026 | Project Associate-I 9, Project Associate-II 5, Project Assistant-II 3, Project Associate-II (NET/GATE) 1, Senior Project Associate 1 | 19 |
| Total | 47 |
What Is the Salary?
| Post | Pay per month + HRA |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | Rs 25,000 |
| Project Associate-I (NET/GATE) | Rs 31,000 |
| Project Associate-II | Rs 28,000 |
| Project Associate-II (NET/GATE) | Rs 35,000 |
| Project Assistant-I | Rs 18,000 |
| Project Assistant-II | Rs 20,000 |
| Senior Project Associate | Rs 42,000 |
Who Can Apply? (Eligibility)
- Project Associate-I: B.E./B.Tech from a recognised university (Mechanical / Aerospace / Aeronautical / ECE / EEE / CS / Instrumentation / Control and related streams).
- Project Associate-II: B.E./B.Tech with 2 years of experience, or M.E./M.Tech / Master’s degree.
- Project Assistant-I: SSC/10th plus ITI (Fitter trade).
- Project Assistant-II: B.Sc or a 3-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology.
- Important: The qualifying degree must be completed — candidates awaiting results are not eligible.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The maximum age is 35 years (Senior Project Associate: 40 years). SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates get 5 years of relaxation and OBC candidates get 3 years, as per Government of India instructions. Age will be counted as on the walk-in date.
What to Carry to the Walk-in
- Duly filled application form (download from nal.res.in)
- Aadhaar card or any Government photo ID
- Latest passport-size photograph
- Original certificates with one set of photocopies (including caste certificate, if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate, if currently working in CSIR
Where and When to Report
Venue: RAB Meeting Complex, CSIR-NAL, Kodihalli, Bengaluru – 560017 (adjacent to SBI, NAL Branch).
Reporting time: 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM — no registration is allowed after 9:45 AM, so reach on time.
If your interview is not completed on the day, you may have to return the next day, so be prepared. No TA/DA will be paid.
Important Points
- The engagement is purely temporary and on contract, co-terminus with the project; it gives no right to absorption or regularisation in CSIR.
- The list of selected candidates will be published on nal.res.in; the waitlist panel will remain valid for one year.
- No application fee is mentioned in the notification — there is no online form or fee process; attend the walk-in directly.
- Candidates applying for more than one position must apply separately for each position.
Important Links
- Official notification PDF (CSIR-NAL): Advt. No. 15/2026/PS — official notification PDF
- CSIR-NAL official website: www.nal.res.in
- Contact: 080-25086048 / 22514032, Email: [email protected]
Also Read
Another CSIR opportunity — CSIR-IMMT Recruitment 2026: 13 Posts, Advt PME/P87/2026 — is open for online applications until 20 November 2026. Also see the CSIR-CRRI Recruitment 2026: 2 Project Staff Vacancies, Walk-In Interview on 18 November.
Next Action
Download the notification from the official CSIR-NAL website, fill the application form, and report at the RAB Meeting Complex, CSIR-NAL, Kodihalli, Bengaluru, between 9:00 AM and 9:30 AM on 16 November 2026 (for the 4 posts) or 23 November 2026 (for the 19 posts).
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many posts are there in CSIR-NAL Recruitment 2026?
There are 47 posts in total — the walk-in for 24 posts was held on 12 November 2026; 4 posts remain for 16 November and 19 posts for 23 November 2026.
2. Is there a written examination?
Selection is mainly through the interview. If a large number of candidates appear, the selection committee may use a written test for shortlisting.
3. Do I need to apply online?
No. There is no online form — report directly at the walk-in in Bengaluru with the filled application form and documents.
4. Which post carries the highest pay?
Senior Project Associate — Rs 42,000 per month plus HRA.
5. By what time must I reach the venue?
Registration runs from 9:00 AM to 9:30 AM; no candidate is allowed to register after 9:45 AM.
