CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) — Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
Cut-off Date: 23 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 35 to 45 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 35 yrs | 45 yrs | — | 24 Sep 1981 to 23 Sep 1991 |
| EWS | 35 yrs | 45 yrs | — | 24 Sep 1981 to 23 Sep 1991 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 35 yrs | 48 yrs | +3 yrs | 24 Sep 1978 to 23 Sep 1991 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 35 yrs | 50 yrs | +5 yrs | 24 Sep 1976 to 23 Sep 1991 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 35 yrs | 50 yrs | +5 yrs | 24 Sep 1976 to 23 Sep 1991 |
| PwD (General) | 35 yrs | 55 yrs | +10 yrs | 24 Sep 1971 to 23 Sep 1991 |
Prescribed Age: 35–45 Years (As on 23 Sep 2026)
The CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) has issued an official recruitment notification for Project Associate, Project Scientist, Young Professional, Project Assistant, announcing a total of 18 vacancies located in Uttar Pradesh. To be eligible, applicants must hold Masters in Science (Botany/Biotech/Life Sciences/Chemistry/Env Science), B.Tech/M.Tech in related fields, or Ph.D. as per post requirements. and be within the prescribed age limit of Generally 35-45 years depending on the post; 5 years relaxation for SC/ST/PwBD/Women, 3 years for OBC., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of ₹20,000 to ₹67,000 + HRA based on post and qualification (NET/GATE status).. The selection procedure comprises Walk-in Interview (Screening test may be conducted if candidate turnout is high).. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Exam Date | 08 Sep 2026 |
|---|---|
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 08 Sep 2026 |
| Post Name | Project Associate, Project Scientist, Young Professional, Project Assistant |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 18 |
| Qualification | Masters in Science (Botany/Biotech/Life Sciences/Chemistry/Env Science), B.Tech/M.Tech in related fields, or Ph.D. as per post requirements. |
| Age Limit | Generally 35-45 years depending on the post; 5 years relaxation for SC/ST/PwBD/Women, 3 years for OBC. |
| Salary | ₹20,000 to ₹67,000 + HRA based on post and qualification (NET/GATE status). |
| Application Fee | None |
| Selection Process | Walk-in Interview (Screening test may be conducted if candidate turnout is high). |
The CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI), Lucknow has released an official advertisement (No. 08/Project/2026) for the recruitment of 18 temporary project-based positions. These openings are for various research projects and will be filled through a series of walk-in interviews conducted area-wise between 08 September 2026 and 11 September 2026.
The recruitment covers four distinct research areas. Candidates are required to appear at the K. N. Kaul Block, CSIR-NBRI, Lucknow for the interview process.
| Area | Positions | Interview Date |
|---|---|---|
| Molecular Biology & Biotechnology | Project Associate-I/II, Senior-PAT, Project Scientist-II | 8 September 2026 |
| Pharmacognosy, Phytochemistry & Product Development | Young Professional-I, Project Associate-II, Project Assistant-II | 9 September 2026 |
| Plant Ecology & Environmental Technologies | Project Associate-I, Young Professional-II | 10 September 2026 |
| Botanical Garden, Plants Conservation & Agrotechnologies | Project Associate-I | 11 September 2026 |
Qualifications vary significantly by post, requiring degrees such as M.Sc., B.Tech, M.Tech, or Ph.D. in relevant life sciences or engineering fields. Stipends range from ₹20,000 to ₹67,000 per month plus HRA, depending on the project sanction and the candidate's qualification (NET/GATE eligibility).
Candidates must ensure they hold final, original mark sheets; 'result awaited' documents are not accepted. The recruitment is strictly temporary and project-based; thus, no claim for permanent absorption in CSIR will be entertained.
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