CSIR - Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru — Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
Cut-off Date: 13 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 35 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) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 14 Sep 1991 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 14 Sep 1991 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +3 yrs | 14 Sep 1988 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 14 Sep 1986 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 14 Sep 1986 to 13 Sep 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +10 yrs | 14 Sep 1981 to 13 Sep 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–35 Years (As on 13 Sep 2026)
The CSIR - Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru has issued an official recruitment notification for Project Associate-I, announcing a total of 12 vacancies located in Karnataka. To be eligible, applicants must hold M.Sc. or B.E./B.Tech in relevant disciplines as specified in the notification. and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 35 years; relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC., 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 Walk-in interview and document verification.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 05 Jun 2026 |
|---|---|
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Post Name | Project Associate-I |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 12 |
| Qualification | M.Sc. or B.E./B.Tech in relevant disciplines as specified in the notification. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years; relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC. |
| Salary | Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA |
| Selection Process | Walk-in interview and document verification. |
The CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysuru, has issued a notification (Advt No. PAT 24/2026) for the recruitment of 12 Project Associate-I positions. These are contractual roles, and selection will be conducted via walk-in interviews scheduled for 16-17 June 2026.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Microbiology/Biotechnology | 2 |
| Biochemistry/Biotechnology | 1 |
| Computer Science (with AI & ML) | 1 |
| Chemistry/Polymer Science | 1 |
| Food Science & Nutrition/Technology | 7 |
| Total | 12 |
Candidates must ensure they fulfill the following qualification criteria before arriving at the venue:
Age Limit: Maximum 35 years. Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC candidates is applicable per government norms.
The selection process for these posts consists of a document verification stage followed by a walk-in interview. Candidates should report to the designated venue on the scheduled dates with original documents, including:
Note: Candidates are advised to arrive well before the scheduled time to complete registration formalities. Ensure the application form is completed as specified in the official notification.
No, these are contractual engagements as per the CSIR project guidelines.
The selected candidates will receive a consolidated stipend of Rs. 25,000 per month, plus applicable HRA.
No, this is a walk-in recruitment process. Interested candidates must appear for the interview in person on the specified dates.
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