Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR CFTRI) — Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
Cut-off Date: 21 Jun 2026 — Candidates must be between 26 to 36 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) | 26 yrs | 36 yrs | — | 22 Jun 1990 to 21 Jun 2000 |
| EWS | 26 yrs | 36 yrs | — | 22 Jun 1990 to 21 Jun 2000 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 26 yrs | 39 yrs | +3 yrs | 22 Jun 1987 to 21 Jun 2000 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 26 yrs | 41 yrs | +5 yrs | 22 Jun 1985 to 21 Jun 2000 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 26 yrs | 41 yrs | +5 yrs | 22 Jun 1985 to 21 Jun 2000 |
| PwD (General) | 26 yrs | 46 yrs | +10 yrs | 22 Jun 1980 to 21 Jun 2000 |
Prescribed Age: 26–36 Years (As on 21 Jun 2026)
The Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR CFTRI) has issued an official recruitment notification for Project Associate - I, announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in Karnataka. The online application window opens on 05 June 2026 and closes on 21 June 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Master's degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Biochemistry and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 35 years as of 2026-06-21; relaxations apply, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting of applications followed by an interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 05 Jun 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
21 Jun 2026
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| Post Name | Project Associate - I |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | Master's degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Biochemistry |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years as of 2026-06-21; relaxations apply |
| Salary | Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA |
| Application Fee | NIL |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting of applications followed by an interview |
The Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR CFTRI) has issued a formal notification for the recruitment of one Project Associate-I position. This engagement is purely contractual, aimed at supporting ongoing research projects. Candidates meeting the specified educational requirements are invited to submit their applications through the official recruitment portal before the deadline of 21 June 2026.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | 1 |
Applicants must possess a Master's degree in a relevant discipline to be considered for this role. Details are provided below:
The selected candidate will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 25,000/- plus applicable House Rent Allowance (HRA). The selection process involves initial shortlisting of applications followed by an interview for eligible candidates.
Interested candidates should follow these steps to ensure their application is processed correctly:
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, or Biochemistry.
The application portal closes on 21 June 2026.
No, there is no application fee for this recruitment process.
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