CSIR-CECRI Scientist Recruitment 2025

CSIR–Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CSIR‑CECRI), Karaikudi, a premier national laboratory under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), invites online applications from motivated Indian nationals for 15 Scientist positions in various electrochemical science and technology areas. The positions offer opportunities for cutting‑edge research, technology development, and S&T management in domains such as electrochemical energy storage and conversion, corrosion science, electrocatalysis, electroplating, electrometallurgy, marine corrosion, and related interdisciplinary fields. Women candidates and Persons with Benchmark Disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Designation: Scientist (Group 'A') Total Vacancies: 15 (including reservation & PwBD) Parameter Details Designation Scientist Total No. of Posts 15 Reservation UR: 07, EWS: 01, OBC(NCL): 03, SC: 03, ST: 01 PwBD 01 post reserved for PwBD (OH) Pay Level (7th CPC) Level‑11 Approx. Total Emoluments Rs. 1,19,424/- per month (inclusive of Basic Pay, DA, HRA, TRA, etc. at Karaikudi) Upper Age Limit (base) 32 years (with category‑wise relaxations as per GoI/CSIR rules) Mode of Recruitment Direct Recruitment with interview Service Liability All India Service Liability (AISL) While exact work will depend on the post code and division, selected Scientists are broadly expected to: Conduct high‑quality R&D Execute independent and collaborative research projects in assigned domains (electrochemical energy, corrosion, electrometallurgy, marine corrosion, etc.). Design experiments, develop prototypes, and generate high‑impact publications and patents. Contribute to CSIR's large multi‑institutional programmes Participate in multi‑disciplinary / multi‑institutional national missions and flagship programmes of CSIR. Project Development & Fundraising Conceptualize and write competitive research proposals to secure funding from national and international agencies. Engage with industry and funding bodies for collaborative and contract research. Technology & Product Development Translate laboratory research into products, processes, pilot plants, and deployable technologies. Participate in scale‑up, techno‑economic analyses, and technology transfer. Teaching & Mentoring Handle basic and advanced courses in their respective areas for: Undergraduate students Postgraduate students Ph.D. scholars Supervise project work, theses and dissertations. Institutional Responsibilities Participate in divisional activities, instrumentation maintenance, safety and outreach. Any other duties assigned by the competent authority in the interest of the institute.

CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CSIR-CECRI), Karaikudi, is a premier institute working under the aegis of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), an autonomous body functions under Department of Science & Technology, involved in multidisciplinary R&D programmes in the domain of Electrochemical Science and Technology. The thrust areas of research include Corrosion & Materials Protection, Electrochemical Power Sources, Electroplating & Metal Finishing, Electrochemical Process Engineering, Electro-organic & Materials Electrochemistry, Electrodics & Electrocatalysis,Networking Systems and Instrumentation. CSIR-CECRI aims to play a catalytic role for stimulating the growth of electrochemical industries in the country by nurturing academic excellence & creativity.