Overview
The Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CSIR-CGCRI) invites applications from qualified candidates for 28 Scientist positions. This is an excellent opportunity for engineering and science graduates to join one of India’s premier research institutions.
Organization: CSIR – Central Glass & Ceramic Research Institute (CSIR-CGCRI)
Total Vacancies: 28 Posts
Post Type: Scientist (Group A)
Job Type: Permanent
Application Mode: Online only
Official Website: www.cgcri.res.in
📅 Important Dates
- Notification Release: November 26, 2025
- Start of Online Application: December 1, 2025 (from 5:00 PM)
- Last Date to Apply Online: December 29, 2025 (up to 5:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: December 29, 2025
📍 Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 28
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 12 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 8 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 3 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 2 |
Note: Detailed post-wise breakdown is available in the official notification.
🎓 Educational Qualifications
Candidates must possess post-specific qualifications:
- Master’s Degree: ME/M.Tech in relevant Engineering disciplines
- Doctoral Degree: Ph.D. in relevant Science/Engineering areas
Qualifications must be from recognized universities/institutions as specified for each post code in the official advertisement.
💰 Salary Details (per month)
- Pay Level: Level 11 (7th CPC)
- Total Emoluments: Approximately ₹1,32,660 per month
Salary Components:
- Basic Pay
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Other admissible allowances
Additional Benefits:
- Medical facilities
- Leave Travel Concession
- Children’s Education Allowance
- National Pension System
Salary calculated for Class ‘X’ city. Actual amount may vary based on posting location.
🎯 Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in the following stages:
- Screening: Candidates will be shortlisted based on eligibility criteria and academic/experience profile
- Interview: Conducted by a duly constituted Selection Committee
- Document Verification: As per CSIR/Government of India rules
- Medical Fitness: As per prescribed standards for Group ‘A’ posts
⏳ Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 32 years (as on December 29, 2025)
Age Relaxation (as per Government of India/CSIR rules):
- SC/ST candidates: As per norms
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): As per norms
- PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): As per norms
- Women candidates: As per norms
- Ex-Servicemen: As per norms
- CSIR Departmental candidates: As per norms
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS/CSIR Departmental | ₹500 |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen | NIL |
Payment Mode: Online through the specified payment gateway
📑 How to Apply
Follow these simple steps to submit your application:
- Visit the official website: www.cgcri.res.in
- Navigate to the Recruitment section and locate Advertisement No. 01/2025
- Read the complete notification and eligibility criteria carefully
- Click on the online application link for Scientist posts
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
- Fill in all required details (personal, educational, and experience)
- Upload scanned documents:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Supporting certificates (educational, experience, category certificates)
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable)
- Submit the form and save/print the confirmation page for future reference
⚙️ Key Documents Required
Ensure you have scanned copies of the following documents ready before applying:
- Recent passport-size photograph (in prescribed format)
- Signature
- Educational certificates (degree, mark sheets)
- Experience certificates (if applicable)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD, if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (for government employees)
- Age proof document
- Any other relevant certificates
📘 Important Links
- Official Notification: Download PDF
- Apply Online: Visit www.cgcri.res.in
- Official Website: www.cgcri.res.in
⚠️ Important Notes
- All posts carry All India Service Liability (AISL). Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India as per organizational requirements
- Government/PSU/Autonomous Body employees must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of application
- Incomplete applications or those without required documents will be rejected
- Ensure all eligibility criteria are met as on the closing date of application
- Original documents must be produced during verification when called
Don’t miss this opportunity to work with one of India’s leading research institutions. Apply before December 29, 2025!
