About Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute
Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CGCRI) originally proposed to be named as Central Glass & Silicate Research Institute is one of the first four laboratories decided to be set up under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, the other three being National Chemical Laboratory,Pune; National Physical Laboratory, New Delhi and Central Fuel Research Institute, Dhanbad. Even though it started functioning in a limited way in 1944, the Institute was formally inaugurated on August 26, 1950.
At the initial stages most of the work was directed towards identifying suitable mineral resources within the country and their suitability for specific product development. The quality control aspects in glass and ceramic received due attention and so was the work on glass forming machines and glass-lined equipment.
As a logical continuation of the work of the fifties, CGCRI's stepping into sixties marked a very important milestone in the history of economic development of the country. Development of various types of optical glasses brought CGCRI into limelight in the international arena.
Optical glass is a strategic material used as lenses and prisms for making periscopes, binoculars, range-finders, gun-sights, fire directors, and scientific, photographic and survey instruments like microscopes, telescopes, cameras, projectors, theodolites etc. A special assignment given to the Institute by the Planning Commission was to work out the process technology for production of optical glass with a view to making the country independent of imports in respect of this material. Optical glass was produced in only a few countries of the world and its production technology was kept as a carefully guarded secret. It is indeed a matter of pride that the Institute succeeded in establishing the details of the technology including design and fabrication of the required equipment without any foreign collaboration. The Institute's pilot plant with an annual capacity of 10 tonnes went into production in 1961.
Besides the development of optical glass the work on introduction of modern techniques in glass and ceramic, basic studies on generation of colour in glasses, evaluation of different minerals of the country such as clay and mica fortheir suitability in specific uses, development of high temperature combustion boats are some of the important activities during the decade (sixties).
In tandem with the main stream of research in various fields in India, CGCRI also carried out what could be termed as 'defensive research' – an emphasis on import substitution. But the research planners at CGCRI had the capability to see the future. Immediately after the development of optical glass in early sixties, the seventies witnessed the initiation of the development of laser glass, infra-red transmitting filters, synthetic quartz single crystal, high temperature protective enamels, high alumina ceramic seals and spacers. All these carry the testimony of CGCRI's 'aggressive' research in an endeavour to be a leader in glass and ceramic research. To this list, research work on foam glass, glass bonded mica, steel plant refractories were added keeping in mind the need of Indian industries.
Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute Job Recruitment 2022
Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute is inviting candidates for the post of Junior Research Fellow. Interested candidates can check out the relevant details given below:
Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute Job Opening |
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| About CGCRI Job | Requirement Details | |||
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
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| No. of Post | 1 | |||
| Salary | Rs. 31,000/- Per Month |
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| Job Location | Kolkata – West Bengal |
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| Age Limit | the candidate's maximum age should be 28 years , as on 01-07-2021 |
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| Application Fee | No Application Fee |
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| Selection Process | Walk-In Interview |
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| Last Date | 18-Jan-2022 |
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| Website | cgcri.res.in |
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Age Relaxation
OBC Candidates: 3 Years
SC, ST, PWD, Female Candidates: 5 Years
Educational Qualification
As per CGCRI official notification candidate should have completed BE/ B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, Ceramic Technology/ Engineering, Metallurgy Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Post Graduation, M.Sc in Chemistry/ Material Science from any of the recognized board or University.
Steps to Apply for CGCRI Junior Research Fellow Jobs 2022
First, visit the official website @ cgcri.res.in
And check for the CGCRI Recruitment or Careers to which you are going to apply.
There you will find the latest job notification for Junior Research Fellow.
Go through the Recruitment instructions clearly.
Fill the application form without any mistakes.
Then attend the Walk-in-interview along with required documents on 18-Jan-2022 at below-mentioned address.