CBMR Project Research Scientist I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The CBMR (Centre for Behavioral and Marketing Research) Project Research Scientist I position is a research-oriented role typically associated with banking sector research organizations or public sector banks in India. This recruitment aims to hire professionals who will conduct behavioral research, market analysis, and customer insights studies for banking and financial sector projects. Selected candidates will work on research projects related to banking products, customer behavior, digital banking adoption, financial inclusion, and related areas. The role involves designing research methodologies, data analysis, report writing, and providing insights for policy formulation in the banking domain. This is a project-based position that offers exposure to applied research in the financial services sector across India.

Important Dates

Note: Dates will be updated once official notification is released.

Vacancy Details

Typical / Indicative vacancy distribution:

Exact vacancy numbers will be specified in the official notification.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Essential: Master's degree in Statistics, Economics, Psychology, Marketing, Management, Data Science, or related social sciences from a recognized university
• Desirable:
• PhD in relevant field will be preferred
• Experience in research methodology, statistical analysis, or market research
• Knowledge of statistical software (SPSS, R, Python, SAS)
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals

Age Limit

Age as on closing date of application:

Age Relaxation:

• OBC candidates: 3 years
• SC/ST candidates: 5 years
• PwBD candidates: 10 years (15 years for SC/ST-PwBD)
• Ex-servicemen: Length of service + 3 years

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• OR a subject of Nepal
• OR a subject of Bhutan
• OR a Tibetan refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with intention of permanently settling
• OR a person of Indian origin who has migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries, with intention to permanently settle in India

How to Apply

1. Visit the official website of the recruiting organization (to be announced in notification)
2. Click on the 'Careers' or 'Recruitment' section
3. Find the notification for 'Project Research Scientist I' and read it carefully
4. Click on 'Apply Online' link
5. Register yourself with basic details (email ID, mobile number) and create login credentials
6. Login with registered credentials
7. Fill the online application form with personal, educational, and experience details
8. Upload required documents:

• Recent passport-size photograph (JPEG format, 10-50 KB)
• Signature (JPEG format, 5-20 KB)
• Educational certificates
• Experience certificates (if any)
• Category certificate (if applicable)

1. Pay the application fee through online mode (Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card/UPI)
2. Review the complete application form
3. Submit the application form
4. Take printout of the submitted application form for future reference

Application Fee

Payment mode: Online only (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)

Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Selection Procedure

1. Screening of Applications: Initial shortlisting based on educational qualifications, experience, and eligibility criteria. Only eligible candidates will be called for further rounds.

1. Written Test / Online Examination: A computer-based test covering quantitative aptitude, reasoning ability, research methodology, statistical analysis, general awareness, and domain knowledge related to banking and research. Duration typically 90-120 minutes.

1. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates from written test will be called for personal interview. The interview panel will assess technical knowledge, research aptitude, communication skills, and suitability for the research role. Marks weightage typically 30-40% of total.

1. Presentation / Research Proposal: Candidates may be required to present their past research work or a research proposal related to banking/consumer behavior. This evaluates research skills and domain understanding.

1. Document Verification: Original certificates and documents will be verified for educational qualifications, experience, date of birth, category certificates, and other claims made in the application.

1. Final Merit List: Based on combined performance in written test, interview, and presentation. Selection will be made category-wise as per reservation rules.

Examination Pattern

Written Test / Online Examination

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer

Qualifying Marks: Typically 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC, 30% for SC/ST/PwBD categories

Personal Interview

Final Selection: Written Test (70%) + Interview (30%) or as specified in notification

Detailed Syllabus

Quantitative Aptitude

• Number Systems and Simplification
• Percentages, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest
• Ratio and Proportion, Averages
• Time and Work, Time and Distance
• Data Interpretation (Tables, Bar Charts, Pie Charts, Line Graphs)
• Probability and Permutation & Combination
• Mensuration and Geometry basics

Reasoning Ability

• Logical Reasoning (Statements and Conclusions, Syllogisms)
• Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations
• Seating Arrangement (Linear, Circular)
• Puzzles and Input-Output
• Direction Sense, Order and Ranking
• Data Sufficiency
• Analogy and Classification

Research Methodology & Statistics

• Research Design and Methodology
• Types of Research (Qualitative, Quantitative, Mixed Methods)
• Sampling Techniques (Random, Stratified, Cluster, Convenience)
• Hypothesis Testing and Statistical Inference
• Descriptive Statistics (Mean, Median, Mode, Standard Deviation)
• Correlation and Regression Analysis
• Chi-Square Test, t-test, ANOVA
• Survey Design and Questionnaire Development
• Data Collection Methods (Primary and Secondary)
• Data Analysis Software (SPSS, R, Excel)
• Research Ethics and Validity

General Awareness (Banking & Economy)

• Indian Banking System and Structure
• Reserve Bank of India – Functions and Monetary Policy
• Banking Regulations and Recent Reforms
• Financial Inclusion and Digital Banking
• Payment Systems (UPI, NEFT, RTGS, IMPS)
• Economic Indicators (GDP, Inflation, Fiscal Deficit)
• Union Budget highlights
• Current Affairs related to Banking and Finance
• Government Schemes related to Banking
• International Financial Institutions (IMF, World Bank, ADB)

English Language

• Reading Comprehension
• Grammar (Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Subject-Verb Agreement)
• Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms & Phrases)
• Error Spotting and Sentence Correction
• Para Jumbles and Sentence Rearrangement
• Cloze Test (Fill in the Blanks)
• Active and Passive Voice
• Direct and Indirect Speech

Domain Knowledge (Marketing & Behavioral Research)

• Consumer Behavior Theories
• Marketing Research Fundamentals
• Market Segmentation and Targeting
• Behavioral Economics Concepts
• Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty Measurement
• Brand Perception and Positioning
• Psychometrics and Scale Development
• Experimental Design in Behavioral Research
• Cognitive Biases and Decision Making
• Data Mining and Predictive Analytics
• Marketing Analytics and Metrics

Salary Structure

Typical / Indicative salary for Project Research Scientist I in banking sector research organizations:

Additional Benefits:

• Medical Insurance for self and dependents
• Leave Travel Allowance (LTA)
• Performance-linked incentives (if applicable)
• Professional development allowances
• Research grants and conference funding
• Provident Fund and Gratuity benefits

Annual CTC: ₹9-12 lakhs approximately

Note: Salary may vary based on organization, project funding, and location. Project positions may have contract-based compensation.

Project Research Scientist I positions offer growth opportunities within research organizations and banking institutions. With good performance, candidates can progress to Research Scientist II, Senior Research Scientist, and eventually Principal Research Scientist or Research Manager roles. There are also opportunities to transition into regular positions within banks, regulatory bodies like RBI, or academic institutions, with experience in applied research adding significant value to career advancement in banking analytics and policy research domains.

Admit cards for the written examination will be released approximately 10-15 days before the scheduled exam date on the official website. Candidates must download their admit card by logging into their application account using registration number and password. The admit card contains important details like exam center address, reporting time, exam date, candidate photo, and signature. No hard copy will be sent by post. Candidates must carry the admit card along with a valid original photo ID proof (Aadhaar, PAN, Driving License, Passport, or Voter ID) to the examination center.

The result of the written examination will typically be declared within 30-45 days after the exam on the official website. Candidates can check their result by entering their registration number or roll number. The result will display marks obtained, qualifying status, and whether the candidate is shortlisted for the interview round. Interview results are usually declared within 15-20 days after completion of all interviews. The final merit list will be prepared based on combined performance in the written test and interview, and will be published on the official website with roll numbers of selected candidates.

Expected cutoff marks vary by category and overall difficulty level of the examination. Typically, General category candidates need to score around 50-60% marks (75-90 out of 150), OBC candidates around 45-55% (68-83 marks), and SC/ST candidates around 35-45% (53-68 marks) to qualify for the interview round. These are indicative figures and actual cutoffs depend on factors like number of vacancies, difficulty level, number of applicants, and normalization process if multiple exam shifts are conducted. Previous year trends suggest that final selection cutoffs are typically 5-10 marks higher than qualifying cutoffs.

Examination Centres

The written examination will be conducted in major cities across India:

North: Delhi, Chandigarh, Jaipur, Lucknow, Dehradun, Shimla, Jammu

South: Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Thiruvananthapuram, Kochi, Vijayawada, Mysore

East: Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Patna, Ranchi, Guwahati, Siliguri

West: Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Surat, Indore, Nagpur, Goa

Northeast: Guwahati, Shillong, Imphal, Agartala, Aizawl

Central: Bhopal, Raipur, Jabalpur

The organization reserves the right to add or remove exam centers based on the number of applicants. Candidates should select their preferred exam center during online application. Allotment will be subject to availability and administrative feasibility.