CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research)

CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute Recruitment 2025 – 15 Scientist Posts

Updated: Nov. 30, 2025

Scientist

Vacancies

Pay Scale

Level 11 (Rs. 1,19,424/- approx. total emoluments)

Age Limit

Not exceeding 32 years (Relaxable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Departmental candidates)

Job Location

Tamil Nadu47 All India30+3 More...

Important Dates

Date PublishedNov. 24, 2025
Application StartsNov. 25, 2025
DeadlineJan. 12, 2026
Exam DateN/A

Official Links

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Job Posts

Scientist

Vacancy Breakdown

UR07
EWS01
OBC(NCL)03
SC03
ST01
PwBD (OH)01

The CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CECRI), Karaikudi, is a premier constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), an Autonomous Body under the Department of Scientific & Industrial Research (DSIR), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. It is a leading scientific and industrial research setup globally, known for its state-of-the-art infrastructure and scientific & technical manpower. CSIR-CECRI is actively involved in high-quality multidisciplinary research in Electrochemical Science and Technology, covering areas such as Corrosion & Materials Protection, Electrochemical Power Sources, Electroplating & Electrometallurgy, Electrochemical Process Engineering, Electro-organic & Materials Electrochemistry, and Electrodics & Electrocatalysis. The institute aims to stimulate the growth of the electrochemical industry in India through academic excellence and creativity.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess either a Ph.D. in Science (Chemistry / Chemical Sciences / Marine Biology / Marine Microbiology / Marine Sciences or equivalent) or an M.E./M.Tech. in specific engineering disciplines. These include Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical/Material Science/Engineering, Thermal/Fluid Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering (with specialization in Thermal/Fluid Engineering). Qualifications should be from a recognized university or institute. Equivalence claims must be supported by official documentation.

Age Limit Details

The upper age limit is 32 years, calculated as on the last date of online application submission (January 12, 2026). Age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates and 3 years for Other Backward Class (OBC-NCL) candidates, for posts reserved for their respective categories. Departmental employees (Council/Government/Autonomous Bodies/Public Sector) with 3 years of continuous service are eligible for up to 5 years relaxation (maximum 10 years for SC/ST, 8 years for OBC-NCL). Widows, divorced women, and judicially separated women (who have not remarried) are eligible for age relaxation up to 35 years (40 years for SC/ST). Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) receive a 10-year age relaxation.

The posts carry usual allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TRA) as admissible to central government and CSIR employees. Employees are entitled to accommodation under CSIR (Residence Allotment) Rules, subject to availability, with HRA not provided if council or government accommodation is utilized. Additional benefits include reimbursement of Medical Expenses, Leave Travel Concession, and Children's Education Allowances as per CSIR/Govt. of India rules. Selected candidates will be governed by the 'National Pension System' or Extant Pension System. CSIR offers excellent opportunities for career advancement for Scientists under an Assessment Promotion scheme.

Eligible candidates must apply ONLINE via the CSIR-CECRI official website: https://cecri.res.in.
Instructions for filling the online application are available on the website.
The application process involves three distinct steps within the prescribed timeline: i) Online Registration, ii) Online Fee Submission (if applicable), and iii) Online Application Submission.
Candidates should ensure they have a valid email ID, which must be kept active throughout the recruitment process.
After successful registration, candidates must log in to the online portal, complete the application form, upload all relevant supporting documents (scanned passport size photograph, signature, educational certificates, caste certificates, experience certificates, NOC, Ph.D. synopsis/M.Tech dissertation abstract, etc.), and verify/edit the application for accuracy.
After finalizing, candidates must click 'submit' and update payment details (if applicable).
No modifications or amendments are permitted after submission.
Candidates should retain a printout of the completed application form and payment details for their records.
Hard copies of the application are NOT to be sent after online submission but may be requested at an appropriate time.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the CSIR-CECRI official website for updates, notices, addendums, or corrigendums related to this advertisement, as no individual notifications will be sent.

An application fee of Rs. 500/- is required for general candidates. However, SC, ST, PwBD, Women, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from paying the application fee, subject to uploading relevant documents. Applications submitted without the prescribed fee, if applicable, will be summarily rejected.

Important Dates

Date PublishedNov. 24, 2025
Application StartsNov. 25, 2025
DeadlineJan. 12, 2026
Exam DateN/A

Official Links

Apply Online

Official Advertisement (cecri.res.in)

Visit Official Website

Vacancy Breakdown

UR07
EWS01
OBC(NCL)03
SC03
ST01
PwBD (OH)01

CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute Recruitment 2025 – 15 Scientist Posts

Important Dates

Official Links

Job Posts

Vacancy Breakdown

About CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research)

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