CSTRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Walkin

Central Silk Technological Research Institute, Central Silk Board; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 315,000 - 377,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Silk Technological Research Institute, Central Silk Board (CSTRI) in Bengaluru, Karnataka, invites applications for the Project Associate post (Advt No. No.CSB/CSTRI/Project Associate/2026-27-ES). The walk-in interview is on 17 November 2026 at 10:00 AM in Dharwad, for a project-based engagement.

Eligibility requires a Bachelor's Degree in Textile Technology, Textile & Fashion Technology, Fashion Design, Textile, Design or a related discipline. Pay is Rs. 31,000 plus 20% HRA per month.

Qualifications

• First Class (60%) in all classes from 10th to Masters Degree (60% general; 55% SC/ST)

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys and visits.
• Documentation of heritage and digitization of Ilkal saree designs.
• Data analysis, report preparation and project-related activities.
• Travel to project cluster and surrounding villages as instructed.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Textile Technology, Textile & Fashion Technology, Fashion Design, Textile, Design or related discipline

Job description

COMPANY NAME Central Silk Technological Research Institute, Central Silk Board

Central Silk Technological Research Institute, Central Silk Board (CSTRI), Bengaluru, Karnataka, has invited applications for the post of Project Associate under Advt No. No.CSB/CSTRI/Project Associate/2026-27-ES. Selection is through a walk-in interview on 17 November 2026.

The post is for Dharwad. Qualification required: Bachelor's Degree in Textile Technology, Textile & Fashion Technology, Fashion Design, Textile, Design or a related discipline. The pay is Rs. 31,000 + 20% HRA pm. Selection is by walk-in interview. Eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.

CSTRI Project Associate Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue

The venue is given in the official notification (see the link below).

Key Points

• Walk-in date: 17 November 2026, reporting at 10:00 AM
• Pay: Rs. 31,000 + 20% HRA pm
• Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
• Age limit: Maximum 35 years (as on the date of the notification)
• Place: Dharwad

CSTRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026 - Overview

Organisation Central Silk Technological Research Institute, Central Silk Board (CSTRI), Bengaluru, Karnataka

Post Name Project Associate

No of Posts 1

Advt No No.CSB/CSTRI/Project Associate/2026-27-ES

Job Type Project-based

Pay Rs. 31,000 + 20% HRA pm

Place of Posting Dharwad

Qualification Bachelor's Degree in Textile Technology, Textile & Fashion Technology, Fashion Design, Textile, Design or a related discipline

Age Limit Maximum 35 years (as on the date of the notification)

Apply Mode Walk-in

Walk-in Date 17 November 2026

Reporting Time 10:00 AM

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Advt No. No.CSB/CSTRI/Project Associate/2026-27-ES gives the full conditions for the post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.

• Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Textile Technology; Textile & Fashion Technology; Fashion Design; Textile; Design or a related discipline from a recognized University/Institution
• Age limit: Maximum 35 years (as on the date of the notification)
• Age relaxation: SC/ST/OBC 5 years, Women 5 years, Physically Challenged 5 years, Ex-servicemen 10 years

Other conditions:

• Minimum of First Class (60% marks for general; 55% for SC/ST candidates) in all classes from 10th to Masters Degree.
• No admission will be allowed after 12 Noon.
• Practical proficiency in photography and videography.
• Hands-on knowledge of graphic design tools such as Canva and Adobe software, along with video-editing software.
• Ability to conduct field survey, interact with weavers and artisans, and compile data.
• Knowledge of textile weaving processes and traditional design techniques.
• Experience in field-based research, digital documentation, or working with artisans will be an advantage.

CSTRI Project Associate Job Description

• Conduct field surveys and visits.
• Documentation of the heritage.
• Identify, document and digitize traditional Ilkal saree designs and motifs for developing a digital heritage design library.
• Identify field-level problems and communicate with the weaver community.
• Assist in the technical assessment of existing silk handloom and preparatory processes, and support the identification and implementation of suitable technological upgradation measures.
• Assist in data analysis, report preparation and other project-related activities.
• Undertake independent travel to the project cluster and surrounding villages to accomplish assigned project objectives, as instructed by the Principal Investigator (PI)/Co-Investigator (CI).

Pay and Terms of Engagement

• Initially up to 31st March 2027, which may be extended for up to two additional years, subject to project requirements and satisfactory performance.

Application Fee

The notification does not mention any application fee.

Event

Date

Walk-in Interview 17 November 2026

How Will CSTRI Select Candidates?

• Walk-in interview

Documents to Enclose

• Duly filled in application form
• Passport size photograph
• Original and attested photocopies of all educational certificates from 10th Std (SSLC) onwards

Other Points to Note

• No TA/DA will be provided to attend the interview.
• Position is purely temporary on contractual basis.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to cancellation of candidature.

CSTRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026 - Important Links

This article is based on the official notification of Central Silk Technological Research Institute, Central Silk Board, Advertisement No. No.CSB/CSTRI/Project Associate/2026-27-ES, dated 15 October 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.

CSTRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. When is the walk-in interview for CSTRI Recruitment 2026?

The walk-in interview is on 17 November 2026, and candidates report at 10:00 AM.

Q2. How many vacancies are there in CSTRI Recruitment 2026?

There is 1 vacancy for Project Associate.

Q3. How do I apply for CSTRI Recruitment 2026?

Attend the walk-in interview on 17 November 2026 at 10:00 AM. The steps and the documents to bring are under How to Apply above.

Q4. Is there an application fee for this recruitment?

The notification does not mention any application fee.

Q5. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

The maximum age is 35 years (as on the date of the notification). Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC 5 years, Women 5 years, Physically Challenged 5 years, Ex-servicemen 10 years.

Q6. What is the salary for this recruitment?

Rs. 31,000 + 20% HRA pm.

Q7. What qualification is needed for this recruitment?

Bachelor's Degree in Textile Technology, Textile & Fashion Technology, Fashion Design, Textile, Design or a related discipline.

Q8. Are there other conditions for this recruitment besides qualification and age?

Yes. Minimum of First Class (60% marks for general; 55% for SC/ST candidates) in all classes from 10th to Masters Degree. No admission will be allowed after 12 Noon.

Q9. How will candidates be selected for this recruitment?

Walk-in interview.

Q10. What are the terms of engagement for this recruitment?

Initially up to 31st March 2027, which may be extended for up to two additional years, subject to project requirements and satisfactory performance.