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CSIR CFTRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5 Posts

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Total Vacancies
05 Posts
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Selection / Apply Mode
Online Portal
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Closing Date
26 January 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization Central Food Technological Research Institute 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. CentralFoodTechnologicalResearchInstitute/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count Project Associate-I & Project Associate-II (05 Posts)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Online 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 26 January 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
Central Food Technological Research Institute Regional Headquarters, Mysore, Karnataka, India
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification M.Sc. in Food Science and Technology or equivalent from a recognized University. 🌐 Authority Official Website cftri.res.in ↗
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CSIR CFTRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 5 Posts

CSIR – Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR-CFTRI), Mysuru, has invited online applications for the engagement of Project Associates on a temporary contractual basis. This recruitment drive is for a project regarding the improvement of the Take-Home-Ration (THR) in Himachal Pradesh.

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationCSIR - Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI)
Post NameProject Associate-I & Project Associate-II
Total Vacancies5
Apply Online Start DateStarted
Last Date to Apply26 January 2026
Mode of ApplicationOnline
Job LocationMysuru, Karnataka

CSIR CFTRI Vacancy Details 2026

Post CodePost NameNo. of PostsStipend & HRA
CLP0030-01Project Associate – I (PAT-I)03Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA
CLP0030-02Project Associate – II (PAT-II)02Rs. 28,000/- plus HRA

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Project Associate – I (PAT-I)

  • Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Food Science and Technology or equivalent from a recognized University.
  • Job Requirements: Product development and analysis.
  • Desirable Experience: Experience in Product Development.

Eligibility for Project Associate – II (PAT-II)

  • Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Food Science and Technology or equivalent from a recognized University AND 2 years' experience in Research and Development in Industrial/Academic Institutions or Science & Technology Organisations.
  • Job Requirements: Product development, analysis and training, monitoring the THR production at HP.
  • Desirable Experience: Experience in Product Development.

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Q1: What is the last date to apply for CSIR CFTRI Project Associate Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application is 26th January 2026.

Q2: How many vacancies are available in this recruitment?
Ans: There are a total of 5 vacancies (3 for PAT-I and 2 for PAT-II).

Q3: What is the upper age limit for these posts?
Ans: Candidates should not have exceeded 35 years of age as on 26th January 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories.

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