ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute, Veraval Regional Station, has released a fresh project recruitment dated 29 October 2026 for two temporary positions under Advertisement No. 2-71/2026/VRL. The openings are for one Project Associate-II and one Project Assistant under a Department of Biotechnology-funded project focused on sustainable enhancement of Kappaphycus for climate resilience, cultivar improvement and value addition. The Project Associate-II post carries ₹28,000 per month plus 10% HRA, while the Project Assistant post carries ₹20,000 per month plus 10% HRA. Both positions are temporary and linked to the project, with engagement for up to two years or until the project ends, whichever is earlier. The recruitment is aimed at candidates from fisheries, aquaculture, marine biology, zoology, biotechnology, life sciences and related biological disciplines. Applications must be sent by email in a single PDF containing the signed application and supporting documents, and the deadline is 19 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a virtual interview. Candidates should rely on the official CMFRI notification for final qualification, document and interview instructions.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute |
| Station | Veraval Regional Station |
| Advertisement | 2-71/2026/VRL |
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Employment | Temporary / Contract |
| Last Date | 19 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Application Mode | |
| Selection | Shortlisting + Virtual Interview |
| Official Source | https://www.cmfri.org.in/career |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Monthly Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-II | 1 | ₹28,000 + 10% HRA |
| Project Assistant | 1 | ₹20,000 + 10% HRA |
Eligibility / Educational Qualification
Project Associate-II requires a relevant Master’s degree in Fisheries Science, Aquaculture, Marine Biology, Zoology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences or an allied discipline. Project Assistant requires a relevant Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Science, Aquaculture, Marine Biology, Marine Science, Zoology, Botany, Biotechnology, Life Sciences or an allied biological discipline.
How to Apply
- Visit the CMFRI careers page.
- Download Advertisement No. 2-71/2026/VRL.
- Fill and sign the prescribed application.
- Combine the application and supporting documents into one PDF.
- Email it to arivalagan@icar.gov.in before 5:00 PM on 19 November 2026.
- Keep originals ready for verification if shortlisted.
Important Links
- CMFRI Careers: https://www.cmfri.org.in/career
- Official PDF: https://cmfri.org.in/uploads/jobs/career_6ae2e90f9a612.pdf
- CMFRI Website: https://www.cmfri.org.in/