CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate – II Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in

CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR-CFTRI), Mysuru, is holding a walk-in interview on 5 November 2026 for one Project Associate-II post. The post is on a food-preservation research project. You need a first-class M.Sc. in Food Science and Technology or Food Science and Nutrition (or equivalent) and 2 years of research and development experience. The stipend is Rs. 35,000 plus HRA if you have qualified a national eligibility test such as CSIR-UGC NET or GATE, and Rs. 28,000 plus HRA if you have not.

CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate-II Recruitment 2026 Overview

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About CSIR-CFTRI

CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute is in Mysuru, Karnataka. The notice describes it as a constituent National Laboratory of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR). This post is for the project “Development of Highly Efficient Oxygen Scavenger Sachets Using Natural Rubber Silica Composites for Enhanced Food Preservation” (project number GAP00667).

CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate-II Vacancy Details 2026

The work is in product development and analysis.

CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate-II Eligibility 2026

Age Limit

The maximum age is 35 years. Age, educational qualification and experience are all counted as on the date of the walk-in interview, which is 5 November 2026.

Essential Qualification and Experience

• First class in M. Sc. in Food Science and Technology / Food Science and Nutrition or equivalent from a recognized university
• AND 2 years’ experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science & Technology Organisations

Desirable

Experience in food analysis techniques and product development.

Age Relaxation

These relaxations apply “or as per Govt. of India instructions issued in this regard from time to time”. SC, ST, PwBD and OBC candidates must bring their original category certificate in the proper format, issued by the appropriate authority.

Six-Year Limit for CSIR Project Staff

Under CSIR OM No. 5-1(342)/2017-PD dated 02.09.2024, a person’s total time as project staff across CSIR labs and institutes cannot be more than 6 years. If you have already served 6 years as project staff in any CSIR lab or institute, you are not eligible for this post.

For the full details of the eligibility for this post, see the official notification.

Important Dates

Selection Process

Candidates are selected through a walk-in interview at CSIR-CFTRI, Opp. Railway Museum, Mysuru-570020. If a large number of candidates apply, a committee will shortlist them using one or more of these methods:

1. The percentage of marks in the essential qualification
2. Qualifications higher than the minimum given in the advertisement
3. The desirable qualification or experience
4. Any other method the committee thinks fit

The Director, CSIR-CFTRI, makes the final decision on who may appear for the interview.

Service Conditions

• The post is purely temporary and on contract, at CSIR-CFTRI, Mysuru, Karnataka.
• The notice gives two terms for the engagement. Page 1 says it runs at first up to 30 November 2026, and can be extended up to November 2027 if funds are available and the work needs it, or until the project ends, whichever is earlier. Instruction 12 says it runs at first for one year from the date of joining, depending on funds. It may then be extended or cut short based on conduct, performance and the institute’s needs, and extended further on the Review Committee’s recommendation.
• The engagement cannot go beyond the project’s term and ends automatically when the project ends.
• Being engaged as project staff gives no right to register for higher degrees, and no right to a permanent job at CSIR-CFTRI, CSIR or its labs and institutes.
• A selected candidate cannot leave without the Director’s prior approval. To leave before the tenure is complete, you must give one month’s notice with a specific reason, or pay one month’s stipend instead of the notice.
• No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
• Any canvassing, or bringing political or other influence, disqualifies the candidate.
• On any matter the notice does not cover, the Director’s decision is final.

How to Apply for CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate-II Recruitment 2026

1. Download the official notification and print the application form in Annexure-I.
2. Fill in the form: the post and project number, your personal details, category, address, educational qualifications (with % marks or CGPA), whether you are pursuing a higher degree, whether you have qualified CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR/NET/GATE, your experience, and any relative working in CSIR or CFTRI. Then sign the declaration.
3. If your higher degree is ongoing under AcSIR, or under a university that has an MoU with CSIR or its labs, get the No Objection Certificate in Annexure-II signed and stamped by your supervisor or guide and by the Registrar or administrative authority.
4. Report to CSIR-CFTRI, Opp. Railway Museum, Mysuru-570020 on 5 November 2026 between 09.30 AM and 10.30 AM, and hand in the form at the walk-in interview.

Documents to Bring

• The filled application form (Annexure-I)
• Original certificates and testimonials, with self-attested copies
• Valid identity proof: Voter ID card, PAN Card, Driving License, Passport or Aadhaar Card
• One passport-size photograph
• Proof of NET/GATE qualification, if you have one
• Your original SC/ST/PwBD/OBC certificate, if it applies
• The NOC (Annexure-II), if it applies

You will not be allowed into the interview without your original certificates. All later updates on this advertisement will be posted only on the CSIR-CFTRI website.

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