Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR CFTRI) — Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI)
The Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR CFTRI) has issued an official recruitment notification for Project Assistant I and Project Associate I, announcing a total of 2 vacancies located in Karnataka. The online application window opens on 08 October 2026 and closes on 16 October 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Microbiology or equivalent from a recognized university with relevant research experience in fermented probiotics, postbiotics, or gut microbiota studies preferred. and be within the prescribed age limit of Project Assistant I: Maximum 35 years. Age relaxation applicable as per rules., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA per month. The selection procedure comprises Selections are made through a walk-in interview. Shortlisting may be done based on percentage of marks in essential qualifications, higher education, or experience if a large number of candidates apply.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 08 Oct 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
16 Oct 2026
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| Interview Date / Walk-in | 16 Oct 2026 |
| Post Name |
💼 Project Assistant I
💼 Project Associate I
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|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Qualification | B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Microbiology or equivalent from a recognized university with relevant research experience in fermented probiotics, postbiotics, or gut microbiota studies preferred. |
| Age Limit | Project Assistant I: Maximum 35 years. Age relaxation applicable as per rules. |
| Salary | Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA per month |
| Application Fee |
General: ₹0
OBC: ₹0
EWS: ₹0
SC: ₹0
ST: ₹0
fee_exempted: Yes
payment_mode: None
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| Selection Process | Selections are made through a walk-in interview. Shortlisting may be done based on percentage of marks in essential qualifications, higher education, or experience if a large number of candidates apply. |
Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA per month
Cut-off Date: As on date of walk-in interview — 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 | — | 17 Oct 1991 to 16 Oct 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 17 Oct 1991 to 16 Oct 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +3 yrs | 17 Oct 1988 to 16 Oct 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 17 Oct 1986 to 16 Oct 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 17 Oct 1986 to 16 Oct 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 17 Oct 1986 to 16 Oct 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–35 Years (As on As on date of walk-in interview)
Official Prescribed Pay: Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA
The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) through its premier constituent establishment, the Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) located in Mysuru, has officially released notification number PAT 64/2026. This recruitment initiative offers scientific research opportunities for qualified candidates seeking positions in cutting-edge food technology and microbiological studies. Candidates looking for stable scientific roles can explore all latest Karnataka Government Jobs to find similar openings across the region.
| Name of Position & Level | No of Position(s) | Stipend & HRA | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Project Assistant – I (PA-I) | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- plus HRA | 35 years |
| 2. Project Associate – I (PAT-I) | 01 | (a) Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA for those candidates who have qualified National Eligibility Tests (CSIR-UGC NET, GATE etc.)(b) Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA for others who do not fall under (a) above | Not specified in the notification |
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant – I (PA-I) | B.Sc. in Microbiology or equivalent from a recognized university |
| Project Associate – I (PAT-I) | M.Sc. in Microbiology or equivalent from a recognized university Organizations |
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | 05 years |
| OBC | 03 years |
| Post | Pay / Stipend |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant – I (PA-I) | Rs. 20,000/- plus HRA per month |
| Project Associate – I (PAT-I) | Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA (for NET/GATE qualified) or Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA (for others) per month |
The institute is inviting eligible candidates for a direct walk-in interview to fill 2 vacancies for Project Assistant I and Project Associate I posts. Those who wish to build a long-term research career can also review parallel notifications like CSIR-NEIST Recruitment 2026 for 24 Project Staff Posts recruitment details. These positions offer a valuable platform to work on specialized scientific projects funded under national research initiatives.
Aspirants aiming to appear for the walk-in selection must meet specific academic criteria set by the institute. Candidates should possess a B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Microbiology or equivalent from a recognized university. Furthermore, individuals holding practical research background or specialized studies in fermented probiotics, postbiotics, or gut microbiota will be given preference during shortlisting.
The maximum upper age limit for Project Assistant I is capped at 35 years as on the date of the walk-in interview. To support diverse candidate pools, category-wise relaxations are applicable as per standard government norms. Candidates who want to check more Graduate jobs in Karnataka will find that age relaxations allow up to 05 years for SC, ST, PwBD, and Women candidates, and up to 03 years for OBC applicants.
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly stipend ranging from Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA per month, depending on their post classification and qualifying exams. Specifically, Project Associate I positions offer Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA for NET/GATE qualified researchers and Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA for other qualified applicants.
The nature of employment is purely contractual. The initial contract duration is scheduled up to March 2027 and is extendable up to October 2027 based on project requirements and candidate performance. Selected staff must provide one month's prior notice or deposit one month's stipend if they wish to discontinue before completing their tenure.
The selection process for these posts relies entirely on a walk-in interview. If a high volume of applications is received, the institute may conduct shortlisting based on the percentage of marks secured in essential educational qualifications, higher education credentials, or prior research experience.
No online application submission is required. Interested candidates must download the application form from the official organization portal at cftri.res.in, fill it out completely, and report directly to the designated venue in Mysuru on 16 October 2026. Candidates must also ensure they meet eligibility standards, keeping in mind that applicants who have already completed a total tenure of 6 years in any CSIR laboratory or institute as project staff are not eligible to apply.
To ensure smooth document verification during the interview stage, candidates must carry both original records and self-attested photocopies. Missing paperwork may lead to immediate disqualification from the selection proceedings.
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