SERC Project Assistant-II & Project Associate I/II Recruitment 2026: CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre (SERC), Chennai (SERC) has officially announced a massive 2026 recruitment Notification (Advt. No. SE-2/2026) to fill 64 Project Assistant-II and Project Associate I/II vacancies. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, Apply Online on the official Web-site of this CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre (SERC), Chennai i.e. https://serc.res.in/. The online application portal will be opened on 08.05.2026 for filling online applications and the date for closing the online application interface is 21.05.2026.
Eligible candidates with qualifications Diploma, B.E/B.Tech, M.E/M.Tech, M.Sc can apply online. Candidates should note that the primary Job locations for these posts are Chennai. Registered candidates will receive a link to download their exam hall tickets via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
SERC Project Assistant-II & Project Associate I/II Recruitment 2026
| SERC Eligibility & Vacancy 2026 details |
| Organization Name |
CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre (SERC), Chennai |
| Vacancy |
64 Project Assistant-II and Project Associate I/II Posts |
| Post name |
Project Assistant-II and Project Associate I/II |
| Starting date |
08.05.2026 |
| Ending date |
21.05.2026 |
| Qualification |
Diploma, B.E/B.Tech, M.E/M.Tech, M.Sc |
| Salary |
Rs.20,000/- to Rs.35,000/- p.m. + HRA |
| Job Location |
Chennai |
| Apply Mode |
Online |
| Official Website |
https://serc.res.in/ |
Vacancy details for SERC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
No. of Posts |
| Project Associate – II MMP045201 – PAT-II |
03 |
| Project Associate – I MMP045201 – PAT-I |
01 |
| Project Associate – I SSP 444 – PAT – I |
01 |
| Project Associate – II FCP512401 – PAT – II |
01 |
| Project Associate – II MLP002638 |
10 |
| Project Associate – II MLP002638 |
02 |
| Project Associate – II MLP002638 |
03 |
| Project Associate – I MLP002638 |
22 |
| Project Associate – I MLP002638 |
03 |
| Project Assistant – II MLP002638 |
17 |
| Project Assistant – II MLP002638 |
01 |
| Total |
64 Posts |
Eligibility details for SERC Recruitment 2026
Qualification details for SERC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Qualification |
| Project Associate-II MMP045201 – PAT-II |
Essential: B.E/B.Tech(Civil/Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or its equivalent) and 2 years of experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organisations and Scientific activities and services; Desirable: M.E/M.Tech/M.S (Structural Engineering/Aerospace Engineering Computer Aided Structural Engineering) from recognized University/Institute or equivalent with First class in Graduate Degree and GATE Score/ non GATE |
| Project Associate-I MMP045201 – PAT-I |
Essential: B.E/B.Tech (Civil Engineering) from a recognized University; Desirable: B.E/B.Tech (Civil Engineering) with first class from recognized University / Institute or equivalent and Valid GATE Score |
| Project Associate-I SSP 444 – PAT – I |
Essential: B.E/B.Tech (Civil Engineering/Mechanical Engineering or its equivalent) from a recognized University / Institute equivalent; Desirable: M.E. / M.Tech /M.S. in Civil / Structural / Mechanical Engineering or its equivalent from recognized University / Institute equivalent |
| Project Associate-II FCP512401 – PAT – II |
Essential: B.E/B.Tech(Civil/Mechanical/ Engineering or its equivalent) from recognized University / Institute equivalent and 2 years of experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organisations and Scientific activities and services; Desirable: M.E/M.Tech in Structures/ Civil/ Mechanical/ Ocean/ Manufacturing Engineering with First class from recognized University / Institute equivalent and GATE Score |
| Project Associate-II MLP002638 (10 Posts) |
Essential: B.E /B.Tech (Civil / Mechanical / Aerospace Engineering or its equivalent) and 2 years of experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organisations and Scientific activities and services Or M.E/M.Tech/M.S (Structural / Civil / Mechanical / Earthquake Engineering / CAD / CAM / Applied Mechanics) or equivalent; Desirable: M.E / M.Tech / M.S (Civil / Structural Engineering / Aerospace / Earthquake / Ocean Engineering with specialisation in Applied Mechanics / CAD / CAM) from recognized University / Institute or equivalent with First class in Graduate Degree and GATE Score / non GATE |
| Project Associate-II MLP002638 (02 Posts) |
Essential: B.E. / B.Tech (Civil / Mechanical / Aerospace Engineering) and 2 years of experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organisations and Scientific activities and services; Desirable: M.E. / M.Tech / M.S (Structural / Aerospace Engineering Computer Aided Structural Engineering) from a recognized University / Institute or equivalent with First class in Graduate degree and GATE Score / Non GATE |
| Project Associate-II MLP002638 (03 Posts) |
Essential: M.E / M.Tech / M.S (Structural / Civil / Earthquake Engineering) or equivalent; Desirable: Sound knowledge in Structural analysis and design, Proficiency in Finite element analysis software such as ANSYS, Abaqus, Staad Pro, etc, Knowledge in concrete technology, microstructure of concrete, SEM, TGA is preferable |
| Project Associate-I MLP002638 (22 Posts) |
Essential: B.E. / B.Tech (Civil / Mechanical / Aerospace Engineering) from a recognized University / Institute or its equivalent; Desirable: B.E. / B.Tech first class / M.E / M.Tech / M.S (Civil / Mechanical / Structural Engineering / Applied Mechanics / Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering and Technology) with first class from recognized University / Institute or equivalent and Valid GATE Score |
| Project Associate-I MLP002638 (03 Posts) |
Essential: B.E. / B.Tech (Civil Engineering) or its equivalent; Desirable: B.E. / B.Tech (Civil Engineering) with First Class from recognized University / Institute or equivalent and GATE Score / Non GATE |
| Project Assistant – II MLP002638 (17 Posts) |
Essential: 3 years Diploma in Civil/Mechanical / Architecture / Electronics / Electrical / Instrumentation Engineering and Technology or its equivalent from a recognized university / Institute equivalent; Desirable: B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering |
| Project Assistant – II MLP002638 (01 Post) |
Essential: Diploma in Civil Engineering, Architecture or its equivalent; Desirable: Sound knowledge in concreting, estimation and costing, drawing and data collection, Experience in carrying out physical properties of aggregates, cement is preferable |
Age limits for SERC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Age limit |
| Project Associate – II |
35 years (as on 21.05.2026) |
| Project Associate – I |
35 years (as on 21.05.2026) |
| Project Assistant – II |
35 years (as on 21.05.2026) |
Salary details for SERC Recruitment 2026
| Name of the Posts |
Salary Details |
| Project Associate-II |
Rs.35,000/- p.m. + HRA (for GATE holders), Rs.28,000/- p.m. + HRA (for non-GATE) |
| Project Associate-I |
Rs.31,000/- p.m. + HRA (GATE holder), Rs.25,000/- p.m. + HRA (Non-GATE); Project Associate-I – Rs.25,000/- p.m. + HRA (Non-GATE) |
| Project Assistant – II |
Rs.20,000/- p.m. + HRA |
SERC Recruitment 2026 Selection process
SERC Notification 2026 Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| Gen / OBC / EWS |
Nil |
| SC / ST / PwD |
Nil |
Important Dates for the SERC Notification 2026:
| Notification Published |
09/05/2026 |
| Application Start Date |
08.05.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply |
21.05.2026 |
Notification PDF and Application form, details
FAQs – SERC Project Assistant-II & Project Associate I/II Recruitment 2026
Education Qualification Details
Diploma, B.E/B.Tech, M.E/M.Tech, M.Sc with relevant discipline and experience as per post
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years for all posts with applicable community relaxation
How to Apply Online for SERC Project Assistant-II & Project Associate I/II 2026)
Apply through SERC official website online application portal within the given dates
