The CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre (SERC), Chennai 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.
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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 Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre (SERC), Chennai |
| Notification No: SE-2/2026 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Contract Basis Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 64 Project Assistant-II and Project Associate I/II Posts |
| Place of Posting: Chennai |
| Starting Date: 08.05.2026 |
| Last Date: 21.05.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://serc.res.in/ |
Current SERC Job Openings:
- Project Associate – II MMP045201 – PAT-II – 03 Posts
- Project Associate – I MMP045201 – PAT-I – 01 Post
- Project Associate – I SSP 444 – PAT – I – 01 Post
- Project Associate – II FCP512401 – PAT – II – 01 Post
- Project Associate – II MLP002638 – 10 Posts
- Project Associate – II MLP002638 – 02 Posts
- Project Associate – II MLP002638 – 03 Posts
- Project Associate – I MLP002638 – 22 Posts
- Project Associate – I MLP002638 – 03 Posts
- Project Assistant – II MLP002638 – 17 Posts
- Project Assistant – II MLP002638 – 01 Post
SERC Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for SERC:
- 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: I. 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 II.GATE Score/ non GATE
- Project Associate-I MMP045201 – PAT-I
- Essential: B.E/B.Tech (Civil Engineering) from a recognized University.
- Desirable: I. B.E/B.Tech (Civil Engineering) with first class from recognized University / Institute or equivalent and II. 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: I. M.E/M.Tech in Structures/ Civil/ Mechanical/ Ocean/ Manufacturing Engineering with First class from recognized University / Institute equivalent. II. GATE Score.
- Project Associate-II MLP002638
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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 GATE Score / Non GATE
- Project Assistant – II MLP002638
- 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
- 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 Limit for SERC: (As on 21.05.2026)
- Project Associate – II – 35 years
- Project Associate – I – 35 years
- Project Assistant – II – 35 years
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
- +5 Years for ST/SC
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)
- Persons with Disabilities candidate:
- +10 Years for UR
- +13 Years for OBC (NCL)
- +15 Years for ST/SC
- For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy
Pay Scale for SERC:
- Project Associate-II – Rs.35,000/- p.m. + HRA (for GATE holders) , Rs.28,000/- p.m. + HRA
- 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 Associate-II – Rs.28,000/- p.m. + HRA (for non-GATE)
- Project Assistant – II – Rs.20,000/- p.m. + HRA
Method of Selection for SERC:
- walk-in-interview
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 08.05.2026 and 21.05.2026 (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the CSIR-Structural Engineering Research Centre (SERC), Chennai website https://serc.res.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 08.05.2026
- Closing Date of online application portal: 21.05.2026
- Date of interview (Offline): 21.05.2026
SERC Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of SERC: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for SERC: Click Here to Download |
| Online Application Form for SERC: Click Here to Apply |
