CSIR-CIMFR Recruitment 2026: Walk-in Interview for Project Staff Posts (Detailed Guide)
CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CIMFR), Bilaspur Unit has announced a walk-in interview drive from September 8 to 11, 2026, for various temporary Project Staff positions (PA-II, PAT-I, PAT-II, Sr. PAT) with stipends up to ₹42,000 + HRA. Read on for the full breakdown of discipline-wise schedules, eligibility criteria, and key application guidelines.
The CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CIMFR), Bilaspur Unit has officially released advertisement PS/04/2026/BLC/R&A inviting candidates for walk-in interviews for various temporary Project Staff positions. These appointments are for time-bound R&D projects across multiple engineering and science disciplines.
Interview Schedule & Venue
The walk-in interviews will take place at the CSIR-CIMFR Bilaspur Unit, Chhattisgarh.
- Reporting Time: Gate opens at 09:00 AM | Gate closes at 11:00 AM
- Venue: CSIR-Central Institute of Mining & Fuel Research (Bilaspur Unit), 27 Kholi Chowk, Post Box No. 41, Bilaspur - 495001, Chhattisgarh, India
| Date[cite: 1] | Subject / Discipline |
|---|---|
| 08-09-2026 | Mining Engineering |
| 09-09-2026 | Chemistry |
| 10-09-2026 | Electrical Engineering, Geology / Applied Geology / Geophysics / Applied Geophysics / Earth Sciences / Geophysical Technology |
| 11-09-2026 | Civil Engineering, Computer Science / Computer Engineering |
Positions, Eligibility & Remuneration
CSIR-CIMFR is filling 9 positions across four key designations. Age limit and qualifications will be evaluated as of the date of the interview.
| Position | Qualification Required | Upper Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Assistant - II (PA-II) | B.Sc. or 3-year Diploma in Engineering/Technology | 35 Years | ₹20,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate - I (PAT-I) | M.Sc. or B.E./B.Tech | 35 Years | ₹25,000 + HRA (₹31,000 + HRA for CSIR-UGC NET / GATE qualified) |
| Project Associate - II (PAT-II) | M.Sc. / B.E. / B.Tech + 2 years experience OR M.E. / M.Tech | 35 Years | ₹28,000 + HRA (₹35,000 + HRA for CSIR-UGC NET / GATE qualified) |
| Senior Project Associate (Sr. PAT) | M.Sc. / B.E. / B.Tech + 3 years experience OR M.E. / M.Tech / Ph.D. + 2 years experience | 40 Years | ₹42,000 + HRA |
Key Highlights & Application Guidelines
- Tenure: Appointments are purely temporary for an initial period of 1 year, extendable up to 6–7 years based on project needs.
- Selection Process: A panel will be created based on candidate suitability for ongoing and future projects at the Bilaspur unit.
- Age Relaxation: Standard age relaxations apply for reserved categories and female candidates.
- Current Staff: Existing CSIR-CIMFR Project Staff must submit an NOC from their Project Leader.
- How to Attend: Download the application form from
www.cimfr.res.in, fill it out, and carry it along with original documents and self-attested photocopies directly to the venue.
