CSIR – Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT), Bhubaneswar has announced a recruitment for 13 temporary project posts under Advertisement No. PME/P87/2026 dated 6 November 2026. There are 9 posts of Project Associate-I, 2 of Project Associate-II, 1 of Senior Project Associate and 1 of Project Scientist-II. Applications are online only, through rects.immt.res.in; the last date is 20 November 2026, 5:00 pm. Walk-in interviews will be held on 26–27 November 2026 (tentative) at CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar.
CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Institute | CSIR – Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology (CSIR-IMMT), Bhubaneswar |
| Advertisement No. | PME/P87/2026 |
| Advertisement Date | 6 November 2026 |
| Total Posts | 13 |
| Nature of Posts | Temporary project posts |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Application Portal | rects.immt.res.in |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 November 2026, 5:00 pm |
| Walk-in Interview | 26–27 November 2026 (tentative) |
| Interview Venue | CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar |
| Pay | Rs 25,000 to Rs 67,000 per month + 20% HRA |
| Application Fee | No fee mentioned in the notification |
CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Post | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 8706 | Project Associate-I | 9 |
| 8710 | Project Associate-II | 2 |
| 8711 | Senior Project Associate | 1 |
| 8712 | Project Scientist-II | 1 |
| Total | 13 |
CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026: Pay
| Post | Post Code | Monthly Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | 8706 | Rs 25,000 |
| Project Associate-II | 8710 | Rs 35,000 (NET/GATE) / Rs 28,000 (others) |
| Project Associate-II | 8711 | Rs 28,000 |
| Senior Project Associate | 8711 | Rs 42,000 |
| Project Scientist-II | 8712 | Rs 67,000 |
20% HRA is also payable on all posts.
CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026: Eligibility and Age Limit
| Post | Educational Qualification | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (8706) | M.Sc. (Geology / Applied Geology / Earth Science / Earth and Environmental Science) | 35 years |
| Project Associate-II (8710) | M.Sc. (Geology / Applied Geology / Earth Science / Earth and Environmental Science) + 2 years of experience | 35 years |
| Project Associate-II (8711) | M.Sc. (Geology / Applied Geology / Earth Science / Earth and Environmental Science) + 2 years of experience | 35 years |
| Senior Project Associate (8711) | Ph.D. (Geology) or M.Tech. (Geology / Earth Sciences / Earth System Science / Geology and Geophysics / Mineral Engineering) + 3 years of experience | 40 years |
| Project Scientist-II (8712) | B.Tech. (Mechanical Engineering) + 3 years of experience | 40 years |
Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.
CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement issued | 6 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 20 November 2026, 5:00 pm |
| Walk-in Interview | 26–27 November 2026 (tentative) |
CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
- Selection for all posts will be through a Walk-in Interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview.
- Final selection will be based on performance in the interview.
CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026: How to Apply
- Visit the CSIR-IMMT online application portal, rects.immt.res.in.
- Select Advertisement No. PME/P87/2026 and fill the online form for the relevant post.
- Fill in all required documents and information carefully.
- Submit the form before 20 November 2026, 5:00 pm.
- Attend the Walk-in Interview on 26–27 November 2026 (tentative) at CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar.
CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026: Important Links
| Link | Address |
|---|---|
| Official website | www.immt.res.in |
| Online application portal | rects.immt.res.in |
CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many posts are there in CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026?
There are 13 posts in total — 9 Project Associate-I, 2 Project Associate-II, 1 Senior Project Associate and 1 Project Scientist-II.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 20 November 2026, 5:00 pm.
Q3. How will selection be done in CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026?
Selection for all posts will be through a Walk-in Interview, to be held on 26–27 November 2026 (tentative) at CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar.
Q4. What is the pay in CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026?
The pay ranges from Rs 25,000 to Rs 67,000 per month, plus 20% HRA. Project Associate-I gets Rs 25,000, Project Associate-II Rs 28,000–Rs 35,000, Senior Project Associate Rs 42,000 and Project Scientist-II Rs 67,000 per month.
Q5. What is the application fee for CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
Q6. What is the maximum age limit for CSIR IMMT Recruitment 2026?
The maximum age is 35 years for Project Associate-I and Project Associate-II, and 40 years for Senior Project Associate and Project Scientist-II. SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates get 5 years’ relaxation and OBC candidates 3 years.
Editor’s note: The official CSIR-IMMT notification PDF was not fetched directly in this run; the facts above rest on the official advertisement as read in full by two corroborating sources. Interview dates are tentative; no application fee is stated in the notification; and no category-wise vacancy split is published.
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