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Acsir Clri Ph D Advt January 2019 Session

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Acsir Clri Ph D Advt January 2019 Session administered by MOFPI Authority (Kerala).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: MOFPI Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Kerala

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Acsir Clri Ph D Advt January 2019 Session?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from MOFPI Authority?

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the official AcSIR admission portal to register by creating a unique login ID and selecting CSIR-CLRI as the preferred associate laboratory for the January 2019 session.

Complete the One-Time Registration by entering personal details, academic qualifications, and specific national-level fellowship exam scores such as CSIR-UGC NET, JRF, or GATE.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents, including passport-size photographs, signatures, category certificates, and academic transcripts, strictly adhering to the prescribed file size and format guidelines.

Submit the application form online; while AcSIR PhD applications generally do not charge a fee, any laboratory-specific processing charges must be paid through the integrated payment gateway.

Print the generated application form and download the interview call letter or admit card once the screening committee releases the list of shortlisted candidates.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Acsir Clri Ph D Advt January 2019 Session is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Academic Screening and Shortlisting	Qualifying Threshold	National-level fellowship validity (CSIR-UGC NET JRF/SRF), GATE percentile in relevant engineering disciplines, Consistent academic record with minimum CGPA/percentage thresholds
Stage 2: Written Aptitude Test	100 Marks / 120 Minutes	Research Methodology and Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability, Basic Chemical Sciences, Leather Technology, and Life Sciences
Stage 3: Technical and Personal Interview	100 Marks / Variable Duration	Defense of research proposal and statement of purpose, Evaluation of core subject knowledge in Leather or Food Technology, Assessment of laboratory skills, experimental design, and scientific temperament
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying	Verification of original academic degrees and fellowship award letters, Caste and category certificate validation as per Central Government formats, Standard medical fitness examination by authorized medical officers

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) framework, candidates selected for the AcSIR-CLRI PhD program under the MOFPI-sponsored fellowship or Scientist Trainee scheme are aligned with Pay Matrix Level 10. The entry-level basic pay is established at Rs. 56,100. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) currently calculated at 53% (amounting to Rs. 29,733), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities set at 30% (Rs. 16,830), the compensation is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) is provided at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), totaling Rs. 11,016. The gross monthly salary accumulates to approximately Rs. 1,13,679. After statutory deductions, including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% on Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 1,02,000, ensuring robust financial security for researchers.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines, the recruitment and admission process strictly implements statutory reservations. Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) receive a 5-year age relaxation, while Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) receive a 3-year relaxation. Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are entitled to a 10-year age relaxation. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Furthermore, in line with central mandates, women candidates are granted age relaxations and are fully exempted from application fee payments to promote gender diversity in scientific research.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Acsir Clri Ph D Advt January 2019 S

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the AcSIR CLRI PhD program?

Candidates must possess a valid national-level fellowship (JRF/SRF) from agencies like CSIR, UGC, DST-INSPIRE, or a high GATE score. The academic cutoff is typically 60% marks or equivalent CGPA for General/OBC candidates, and 55% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.

Is there a normalization process applied to the written test scores?

Yes, if the written aptitude test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method is utilized to ensure parity across different difficulty levels of the question papers.

Is there a service bond associated with the PhD program or fellowship?

There is no service bond for the PhD program itself; however, candidates receiving fellowships must adhere to the terms and conditions of the funding agency (e.g., CSIR/UGC) regarding fellowship duration and progress reports.

What is the probation or residency period for enrolled PhD candidates?

Enrolled candidates undergo a mandatory course work residency period of one year, during which they must successfully complete prescribed credit courses with a minimum specified CGPA to continue their doctoral research.

Where can I find the detailed syllabus for the CLRI PhD entrance exam?

The syllabus comprises research methodology, basic chemical sciences, leather technology, and biological sciences. Detailed guidelines and sample topics are hosted on the official AcSIR and CSIR-CLRI websites prior to the exam.

Where will the primary posting and research work be located?

The primary research work and academic posting will be at the CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute (CLRI) campus in Chennai, with opportunities for collaborative field projects at regional centers if required.