
CSIR-CMERI CoEFM Ludhiana Project Staff 2026 (Advt CMERI/CoEFM/2026/03)
Posted: 7 days ago
Posts: 7
Location: CENTRAL (Punjab)
Job Details
CSIR–CMERI Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery, Ludhiana invites candidates for temporary project engagement through a walk‑in‑interview. Roles include Senior Project Associate, Project Associate‑I/II and Project Assistant‑II to work on R&D projects in areas such as mechanical/agricultural/mechatronics engineering, computer science/electronics, CAD/CAE and prototyping, validation of agricultural machinery, and image processing/AI applications in agriculture. Engagement is project‑based, subject to availability of funds and approval of the Competent Authority, and may be curtailed/extended as per project requirements, up to a maximum cumulative engagement of six years in CSIR projects.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Punjab
- Cities:
- Ludhiana
Job Summary
Project personnel will be recruited via walk‑in at CSIR–CMERI CoEFM, Ludhiana for multiple engineering and diploma disciplines. Selected candidates will gain hands‑on exposure in state‑of‑the‑art R&D laboratories working on farm machinery and related technologies.
Important Dates
Advertisement date
Interview · Walk-in-Interview dateNext
Dates not announced
- Reporting time
- Venue
Eligibility Criteria
1. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
2. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - N/A years |
| Upper age limit (per post) | Senior Project Associate: 40 Years; Project Associate‑I/II and Project Assistant‑II: 35 Years. |
3. Language Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Interview language | Hindi/English language can be used in the Walk‑in‑Interview. |
4. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Engagement cap in CSIR | Candidates already engaged in CSIR‑CMERI or any other CSIR Lab/Institute as Trainee/Project Assistant/Project Fellow/JRF/SRF/Project Associate/Research Associate etc. for a period of 6 years or more are not eligible; prior CSIR project service will count towards the six‑year maximum. |
| Age/qualification reckoning | The date for determining age limit, qualifications and/or experience is the date of interview. |
| Relaxations | Relaxation in age limit for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and Women candidates as per Govt. of India/CSIR rules. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 7
1. Senior Project Associate
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical/Agricultural/Mechatronics/Computer Science/Electronics from a recognized University or equivalent and 3 years’ experience in R&D in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T Organizations and Scientific activities and services; OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Mechanical/Agricultural/Mechatronics/Computer Science/Electronics and 2 years’ R&D experience.
- Desirable (either): Proficiency in mechanical design, CAD/CAE tools, experience in prototype development and engineering, and validation of agricultural machinery; OR programming knowledge in C/C++/Python for Image processing and AI applications in agriculture.
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 40 Years
2. Project Associate – II (Computer Science/ECE/Electrical/IT)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential: B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Information Technology from a recognized University or equivalent and 2 years’ experience in R&D in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T Organizations and Scientific activities and services; OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering/Technology in the above disciplines from a recognized University.
- Desirable: 1) Programming knowledge in C/C++/Python for Image processing and AI applications in agriculture, 2) Working knowledge of Mechatronics/Robotics system design.
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 35 Years
3. Project Associate – II (Mechanical/Agricultural/Mechatronics)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential: B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering / Agricultural Engineering / Mechatronics from a recognized University or equivalent and 2 years’ experience in R&D in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T Organizations and Scientific activities and services; OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering/Technology in the above disciplines from a recognized University.
- Desirable: Knowledge of CAD software, mechanical fabrication techniques and design and development of agricultural machinery.
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 35 Years
4. Project Associate – I (Mechanical/Agriculture/Mechatronics)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical Engineering / Agriculture Engineering / Mechatronics from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Desirable: 1) Working knowledge of CAD software, Mechanical Fabrication Techniques, 2) Knowledge of design and development of agriculture machinery.
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 35 Years
5. Project Assistant – II (Agricultural/Mechanical)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential: 3 years Diploma in Agricultural Engineering / Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University.
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 35 Years
6. Project Associate – I (Mechanical/Agriculture/Mechatronics)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical Engineering / Agriculture Engineering / Mechatronics from a recognised University or equivalent.
- Desirable: 1) Working knowledge of CAD software, Mechanical Fabrication Techniques, 2) Knowledge of design and development of agriculture machinery.
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 35 Years
Salary Details
> Salary Range: ₹20,000 - ₹42,000 Monthly
> Allowances: HRA as per Central Government norms applicable at the place of posting; hostel accommodation may be provided wherever available and HRA will not be admissible to those residing in hostels.
Other Information
- Nature: Consolidated remuneration per month; see post-wise details.
How to Apply
- 1. Mode:
- Appear directly for the Walk‑in‑Interview at the scheduled venue, date and reporting time.
- 2. Application form:
- Bring the filled‑in application form available on the Institute website.
- 3. Documents:
- Carry all original certificates and mark sheets with one set of self‑attested copies and a recent passport size photograph.
- 4. Language:
- Hindi/English language can be used in the Walk‑in‑Interview.
- 5. TA/DA:
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the Walk‑in‑Interview.
- 6. NOC:
- Candidates presently engaged in any CSIR project (CSIR‑CMERI or other CSIR Labs/Institutes) must produce a NOC to appear; otherwise they will not be allowed.
Selection Process
- 1. Process:
- Walk‑in‑Interview before the Selection Committee; the process may continue till late evening/next day.
- 2. Finality:
- Decision of CSIR‑CMERI in all matters related to selection will be final; no correspondence will be entertained.
Reservation Details
- 1. Age relaxation:
- SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and Women candidates are eligible for relaxation as per Government of India/CSIR rules.
- 2. Determination date:
- Age/qualification/experience will be determined on the date of the interview.
Document Requirements
- 1. Original documents:
- All original certificates and mark sheets for verification.
- 2. Self‑attested copies:
- One set of self‑attested photocopies of the above documents.
- 3. Photograph:
- Recent passport size photograph.
- 4. Application form:
- Filled‑in application form available on the Institute website to be brought to the venue.
- 5. NOC:
- NOC from Competent Authority for candidates currently engaged in CSIR projects.
Important Instructions
- 1. Vacancy variation:
- Actual number of positions may vary on the date of the Walk‑in‑Interview.
- 2. Tenure conditions:
- Engagement is project based; tenure may be curtailed/extended up to project completion or requirement, subject to funds/approval; cumulative CSIR project engagement is limited to six years.
- 3. Cancellation of candidature:
- If found ineligible at any stage, candidature will be cancelled without assigning reasons.
- 4. Language version:
- In case of any dispute between Hindi and English versions of the advertisement, the English version will be treated as final.
Interview Details
- 1. Schedule:
- 02.09.2026 (Wednesday), Reporting 09:00 AM to 10:30 AM; Post Codes covered: P‑601, P‑602, P‑603, P‑604, P‑605, P‑606.
- 2. Venue:
- CSIR–CMERI Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery, Opp. GNE College, Gill Road, Ludhiana‑141006, Punjab.
Training Details
- 1. Hands‑on exposure:
- Selected candidates will have the opportunity of hands‑on training/exposure while working under different R&D projects at CSIR–CMERI CoEFM laboratories.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Six‑year cap:
- Not eligible if already engaged in CSIR projects for six years or more in aggregate as Trainee/Project Assistant/Project Fellow/JRF/SRF/Project Associate/Research Associate etc.
- 2. Ineligibility during/after process:
- Candidature will be cancelled if eligibility criteria are not fulfilled at any stage.
- 3. NOC requirement:
- Candidates presently engaged in CSIR projects without NOC will not be allowed to appear in the interview.
Contact Details
Address: CSIR–CMERI, Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery, Gill Road, Ludhiana‑141006, Punjab
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CSIR-CMERI CoEFM Ludhiana Project Staff 2026 (Advt CMERI/CoEFM/2026/03)
Posted: 7 days ago
Posts: 7
Location: CENTRAL (Punjab)
Job Details
CSIR–CMERI Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery, Ludhiana invites candidates for temporary project engagement through a walk‑in‑interview. Roles include Senior Project Associate, Project Associate‑I/II and Project Assistant‑II to work on R&D projects in areas such as mechanical/agricultural/mechatronics engineering, computer science/electronics, CAD/CAE and prototyping, validation of agricultural machinery, and image processing/AI applications in agriculture. Engagement is project‑based, subject to availability of funds and approval of the Competent Authority, and may be curtailed/extended as per project requirements, up to a maximum cumulative engagement of six years in CSIR projects.
- Level:
- central
- State:
- Punjab
- Cities:
- Ludhiana
Job Summary
Project personnel will be recruited via walk‑in at CSIR–CMERI CoEFM, Ludhiana for multiple engineering and diploma disciplines. Selected candidates will gain hands‑on exposure in state‑of‑the‑art R&D laboratories working on farm machinery and related technologies.
Important Dates
Advertisement date
Interview · Walk-in-Interview dateNext
Dates not announced
- Reporting time
- Venue
Eligibility Criteria
1. Experience Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Experience Range | N/A - N/A years |
2. Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Range | N/A - N/A years |
| Upper age limit (per post) | Senior Project Associate: 40 Years; Project Associate‑I/II and Project Assistant‑II: 35 Years. |
3. Language Requirements
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Interview language | Hindi/English language can be used in the Walk‑in‑Interview. |
4. Other Eligibility
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Engagement cap in CSIR | Candidates already engaged in CSIR‑CMERI or any other CSIR Lab/Institute as Trainee/Project Assistant/Project Fellow/JRF/SRF/Project Associate/Research Associate etc. for a period of 6 years or more are not eligible; prior CSIR project service will count towards the six‑year maximum. |
| Age/qualification reckoning | The date for determining age limit, qualifications and/or experience is the date of interview. |
| Relaxations | Relaxation in age limit for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and Women candidates as per Govt. of India/CSIR rules. |
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Post Details
Total Posts: 7
1. Senior Project Associate
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical/Agricultural/Mechatronics/Computer Science/Electronics from a recognized University or equivalent and 3 years’ experience in R&D in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T Organizations and Scientific activities and services; OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Mechanical/Agricultural/Mechatronics/Computer Science/Electronics and 2 years’ R&D experience.
- Desirable (either): Proficiency in mechanical design, CAD/CAE tools, experience in prototype development and engineering, and validation of agricultural machinery; OR programming knowledge in C/C++/Python for Image processing and AI applications in agriculture.
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 40 Years
2. Project Associate – II (Computer Science/ECE/Electrical/IT)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential: B.E./B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering / Electronics & Communication Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Information Technology from a recognized University or equivalent and 2 years’ experience in R&D in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T Organizations and Scientific activities and services; OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering/Technology in the above disciplines from a recognized University.
- Desirable: 1) Programming knowledge in C/C++/Python for Image processing and AI applications in agriculture, 2) Working knowledge of Mechatronics/Robotics system design.
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 35 Years
3. Project Associate – II (Mechanical/Agricultural/Mechatronics)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential: B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering / Agricultural Engineering / Mechatronics from a recognized University or equivalent and 2 years’ experience in R&D in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T Organizations and Scientific activities and services; OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering/Technology in the above disciplines from a recognized University.
- Desirable: Knowledge of CAD software, mechanical fabrication techniques and design and development of agricultural machinery.
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 35 Years
4. Project Associate – I (Mechanical/Agriculture/Mechatronics)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical Engineering / Agriculture Engineering / Mechatronics from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Desirable: 1) Working knowledge of CAD software, Mechanical Fabrication Techniques, 2) Knowledge of design and development of agriculture machinery.
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 35 Years
5. Project Assistant – II (Agricultural/Mechanical)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential: 3 years Diploma in Agricultural Engineering / Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University.
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 35 Years
6. Project Associate – I (Mechanical/Agriculture/Mechatronics)
Eligibility Criteria:
- Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical Engineering / Agriculture Engineering / Mechatronics from a recognised University or equivalent.
- Desirable: 1) Working knowledge of CAD software, Mechanical Fabrication Techniques, 2) Knowledge of design and development of agriculture machinery.
Age Limitations:
- Upper age limit: 35 Years
Salary Details
> Salary Range: ₹20,000 - ₹42,000 Monthly
> Allowances: HRA as per Central Government norms applicable at the place of posting; hostel accommodation may be provided wherever available and HRA will not be admissible to those residing in hostels.
Other Information
- Nature: Consolidated remuneration per month; see post-wise details.
How to Apply
- 1. Mode:
- Appear directly for the Walk‑in‑Interview at the scheduled venue, date and reporting time.
- 2. Application form:
- Bring the filled‑in application form available on the Institute website.
- 3. Documents:
- Carry all original certificates and mark sheets with one set of self‑attested copies and a recent passport size photograph.
- 4. Language:
- Hindi/English language can be used in the Walk‑in‑Interview.
- 5. TA/DA:
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the Walk‑in‑Interview.
- 6. NOC:
- Candidates presently engaged in any CSIR project (CSIR‑CMERI or other CSIR Labs/Institutes) must produce a NOC to appear; otherwise they will not be allowed.
Selection Process
- 1. Process:
- Walk‑in‑Interview before the Selection Committee; the process may continue till late evening/next day.
- 2. Finality:
- Decision of CSIR‑CMERI in all matters related to selection will be final; no correspondence will be entertained.
Reservation Details
- 1. Age relaxation:
- SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and Women candidates are eligible for relaxation as per Government of India/CSIR rules.
- 2. Determination date:
- Age/qualification/experience will be determined on the date of the interview.
Document Requirements
- 1. Original documents:
- All original certificates and mark sheets for verification.
- 2. Self‑attested copies:
- One set of self‑attested photocopies of the above documents.
- 3. Photograph:
- Recent passport size photograph.
- 4. Application form:
- Filled‑in application form available on the Institute website to be brought to the venue.
- 5. NOC:
- NOC from Competent Authority for candidates currently engaged in CSIR projects.
Important Instructions
- 1. Vacancy variation:
- Actual number of positions may vary on the date of the Walk‑in‑Interview.
- 2. Tenure conditions:
- Engagement is project based; tenure may be curtailed/extended up to project completion or requirement, subject to funds/approval; cumulative CSIR project engagement is limited to six years.
- 3. Cancellation of candidature:
- If found ineligible at any stage, candidature will be cancelled without assigning reasons.
- 4. Language version:
- In case of any dispute between Hindi and English versions of the advertisement, the English version will be treated as final.
Interview Details
- 1. Schedule:
- 02.09.2026 (Wednesday), Reporting 09:00 AM to 10:30 AM; Post Codes covered: P‑601, P‑602, P‑603, P‑604, P‑605, P‑606.
- 2. Venue:
- CSIR–CMERI Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery, Opp. GNE College, Gill Road, Ludhiana‑141006, Punjab.
Training Details
- 1. Hands‑on exposure:
- Selected candidates will have the opportunity of hands‑on training/exposure while working under different R&D projects at CSIR–CMERI CoEFM laboratories.
Disqualification Criteria
- 1. Six‑year cap:
- Not eligible if already engaged in CSIR projects for six years or more in aggregate as Trainee/Project Assistant/Project Fellow/JRF/SRF/Project Associate/Research Associate etc.
- 2. Ineligibility during/after process:
- Candidature will be cancelled if eligibility criteria are not fulfilled at any stage.
- 3. NOC requirement:
- Candidates presently engaged in CSIR projects without NOC will not be allowed to appear in the interview.
Contact Details
Address: CSIR–CMERI, Centre of Excellence for Farm Machinery, Gill Road, Ludhiana‑141006, Punjab
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