CSIR NAL Recruitment 2026 | Project Staff | Diploma/ BE/ B.Tech/ ME. M.Tech/ MCA/ M.Sc | Bangalore | Walk-In Date: 18th & 22nd December 2025
Company: CSIR – National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL)
CSIR NAL Recruitment 2026: National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), is India’s first & largest aerospace research firm. It was established by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) in Delhi in 1959.
Based in Bengaluru, India, NAL employs a staff of about 2500 of which 350 are full-time R&D professionals. NAL is equipped with the Nilakantan Wind tunnel Centre and a computerized fatigue test facility. NAL also has facilities for the investigation of failures and accidents in the domain of aerospace engineering.
Official Website: www.nal.res.in
Positions: Project Staff
Total Vacancies: 30
Salary: ₹20,000 – ₹35,000 + HRA
Job Location: Bangalore
Experience: 0 – 2 Years
Eligibility Criteria for CSIR NAL Recruitment 2026:
Walk-In Date: 18th December 2025
- PAT-I: Bachelors degree in Engineering or Technology in Electronics and Communication/ Computer Science/ AI-ML from a recognized University
- PAT-I: M.Sc in Chemistry/ Polymer Tech from a recognized University OR Bachelors degree in Engineering or Technology in Chemical Engg from a recognized University
- PAT-I: MCA OR Masters/ Integrated Masters in Computer Science/ AI-ML OR Bachelors degree in Engineering or Technology in Computer science/ AI-ML/ Electronics/ Electrical/ ECE from a recognized University
Walk-In Date: 22nd December 2025
- PA-II: 3 years Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- PAT-II: Bachelors degree in Engineering or Technology in Aerospace/ Aeronautical/ Mechanical from a recognized University or equivalent and 2 years experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Aerospace/ Aeronautical/ Mechanical Engineering or Technology from a recognized University
- PAT-II: Bachelors degree in Engineering or Technology in Aerospace/ Aeronautical/ Mechanical from a recognized University or equivalent and 2 years experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services OR Masters/ Integrated Masters in Aerospace/ Aeronautical/ Mechanical Engineering or Technology from a recognized University Note: Candidates must have qualified CSIR -UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET incl. lectureship/assistant professorship or GATE OR Those who have qualified National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments like DBT/DST or equivalent and/or their Agencies/Institutions.
Age Limit: Max 35 years (as on walk-in date); +5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women, +3 years for OBC.
Selection Process for CSIR NAL Recruitment 2026:
The selection for Project Staff positions at CSIR-NAL will primarily involve an interview. Depending on candidate numbers, a written exam might be conducted to shortlist individuals.
- Performance in the interview will be the main selection criterion.
- A written exam or other criteria may be used for shortlisting if a large number of candidates appear.
- A panel of suitable candidates will be created, valid for one year from the date of notification of result, or till the completion of the project, whichever is earlier.
- Empanelment does not guarantee engagement; utilization depends on project availability.
How To Apply for CSIR NAL Recruitment 2026?
Interested and eligible candidates must attend a walk-in-interview. No prior online application submission is required. Ensure all necessary documents are prepared for verification.
- Ensure you meet the specified educational qualifications and experience.
- Attend the Walk-in-Interview between December 18, 2025, to December 22, 2025.
- Registration and document verification will be held from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM on your chosen interview date.
- No registration is allowed after 9:30 AM.
- Candidates applying for multiple positions must do so separately for each.
- Bring original certificates and one set of photocopies for educational qualifications, experience, and caste certificates.
- Carry a copy of your Aadhar Card or any government-issued ID.
- Submit a duly filled application form (available on the official website) and a recent passport-size photograph.
- If currently employed at CSIR-NAL or any other CSIR lab, a “No Objection Certificate” is mandatory.
- Do not send applications by post, speed post, or e-mail.
Official Notification PDF: Click Here
Walk-In Details:
Date: 18th and 22nd December 2025
Time: 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Address: CSIR-NAL (RAB Meeting Complex, National Aerospace Laboratories), Adjacent to SBI, NAL Branch, Kodihalli, Bengaluru – 560017.















