CSIR CFTRI Project Associate II Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru; Mysuru; On-site; INR 355,000 - 426,000; Full time

Job summary

CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru invites applications for a temporary Project Associate Level-II position. The engagement is initially up to six months and may extend to March 2028, co-terminus with the project.

Qualifications include a Masters in Biotechnology/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology/Genetics with 2 years of R&D experience and NET/GATE, or a Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology (Bioengineering/ Biotechnology).

Qualifications

• Masters in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or Genetics with 2 years R&D experience
• NET/GATE or equivalent qualifications OR Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering/Technology (Bioengineering/ Biotechnology)
• Experience in recombinant DNA techniques, enzyme assays, enzyme purification and characterization is desirable
• Age limit: 35 years as on 15.10.2026 (Relaxation as per rules)

Responsibilities

• Work on project related activities for understanding molecular basis of non-fructosylated α-GOS in human gut probiotics
• Participate in selection/interview process and maintain project records as required

Education

Masters in Biotechnology/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology/Genetics or related subject

Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology (Bioengineering/ Biotechnology)

Job description

CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru (CSIR CFTRI) has notified 1 temporary vacancy for the post of Project Associate Level-II. The temporary engagement is initially for a period up to SIX months and may be extendable up to March 2028 or project duration. The notified pay is Rs. 35,000 plus HRA. Candidates applying for the post must hold a Masters in Biotechnology/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology/Genetics or related subject with 2 years experience and NET/GATE, or a Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology (Bioengineering or Biotechnology). Eligible applicants can submit the online application by attaching necessary certificates in support of date of birth, caste, qualification/experience on or before 15 October 2026. The selection process involves shortlisting by a designated committee followed by an interview of shortlisted candidates.

CSIR CFTRI Project Associate Level-II at a Glance

Organisation CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru

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Department CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR), Mysuru, Karnataka

Project Understanding the molecular basis for the utilization of non- fructosylated α-GOS (manninotriose and verbascotetraose) in human gut probiotics

Funding Agency Sponsored by sponsoring agency (Project Number: FIR070407)

Tenure Initially up to six months; extendable up to March 2028 or project duration

Post Name(s) Project Associate –II (PAT-II) (Post Code: FIR070407-01)

Candidates must fulfil the essential qualifications, age limits, and experience requirements to apply for the Project Associate Level-II position.

Project Associate – II (PAT-II) (Post Code: FIR070407-01) Masters in Biotechnology /Microbiology/ Biochemistry/ Molecular Biology/ Genetics or related subject from recognized University AND 2 years' experience in R&D in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science & Technology Organizations with National Eligibility Tests (CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship/assistant professorship or GATE or those who have qualified National level examinations conducted by Central Government/departments like DBT/DST or equivalent and/or their Agencies/Institutions) OR Masters / Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology (Bioengineering or Biotechnology) from a recognized University. Experience in recombinant DNA techniques, enzyme assays, enzyme purification and characterization, oligosaccharide identification, and structural elucidation using analytical techniques.

Age Limit: Candidates should not have exceeded 35 years of age as on 15.10.2026. Relaxation in age limit for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates is 05 years and for OBC category is 03 years.

Pay and Tenure

The selected Project Associate Level-II incumbent will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 35,000/- plus HRA. The engagement is purely on a temporary contractual basis on behalf of the sponsoring agency and is co-terminus with the project tenure or up to March 2028, whichever is earlier. As per CSIR OM dated 02.09.2024, the total engagement period of a Project Staff across different CSIR labs shall not exceed 6 years in any case. Applicants who have already completed a total tenure of 6 years as Project Staff in any CSIR Lab/Instititute are not eligible to apply.

Selection and Interview

Applicants will be shortlisted by a designated committee based on current requirements, percentage of marks in essential qualifications, higher educational qualifications, or desirable experience. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview, and details will be posted on the CSIR-CFTRI website. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Date of Advertisement 01.10.2026

Last Date for Receiving Online Applications 15.10.2026

CSIR CFTRI Project Associate Level-II Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. Is the Project Associate Level-II post permanent or on contract, and for how long?

The engagement is purely on a temporary contractual basis. It is initially for up to six months and may be extendable up to March 2028 or until the end of the project duration, whichever is earlier, co-terminus with the project.

Q2. Are there any allowances or HRA paid on top of the stipend?

Yes, the selected candidate receives a monthly stipend of Rs. 35,000/- plus HRA as specified in the notification.

Q3. Who receives age relaxation, and what is the extent of relaxation?

Age relaxation is applicable for candidates belonging to SC, ST, PwBD, Women, and OBC categories. SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates receive a relaxation of 05 years, and OBC candidates receive a relaxation of 03 years.

Q4. How are candidates shortlisted for the interview?

Applicants are shortlisted by a designated committee using criteria such as percentage of marks in essential qualifications, higher educational qualifications than prescribed, desirable qualifications/experience, or other methods deemed fit by the committee.

Q5. Who is not eligible to apply for this engagement?

Candidates with result-awaited or appearing final semesters, those who have completed a total tenure of 6 years as Project Staff in any CSIR Lab/Institute, and those lacking the essential educational qualifications and experience are not eligible.