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

Central Food Technological Research Institute Mysore Last Date: 26th January, 2026

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.

Particulars Details
Organization CSIR - Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI)
Post Name Project Associate-I & Project Associate-II
Total Vacancies 5
Apply Online Start Date Started
Last Date to Apply 26 January 2026
Mode of Application Online
Job Location Mysuru, Karnataka

CSIR CFTRI Vacancy Details 2026

Post Code Post Name No. of Posts Stipend & HRA
CLP0030-01 Project Associate – I (PAT-I) 03 Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA
CLP0030-02 Project Associate – II (PAT-II) 02 Rs. 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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Frequently Asked Questions

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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Past/Expired Recruitments

Job Details Closing Date
Research Intern
( 10 Posts) Posts • Cheluvamba Mansion, Mysore
28th November 2025
Project Scientist-I
( 01 Posts) Posts • CFTRI, Mysore
18th August 2025
Project Associate, Senior Project Associate
( 04 Posts) Posts • CFTRI, Mysore
4th August 2025
Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
( 02 Posts) Posts • CFTRI, Mysore
16th May 2025
Part-time Doctor (Allopathic System)
( 01 Posts) Posts • CFTRI, Mysore
26th May 2025
Junior Secretariat Assistant, Junior Stenographer
( 16 Posts) Posts • CFTRI, Mysore
7th May 2025
Technical Assistant (TA)
( 18 Posts) Posts • CFTRI, Mysore
10th May 2025
Scientist
( 35 Posts) Posts • CFTRI, Mysore
14th March 2025
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CSIR−Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysore (A constituent laboratory of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, New Delhi) came into existence during 1950 with the great vision of its founders, and a network of inspiring as well as dedicated scientists who had a fascination to pursue in-depth research and development in the areas of food science and technology. Research focus of CSIR-CFTRI has been revolved around broadly into the following areas:

Engineering Sciences
Technology Development
Translational Research
Food Protection and Safety
Food Technology being inter-disciplinary in nature the mandate or vision of the Institute is fulfilled through various R&D Departments and Support Departments along with its Resource Centres at Hyderabad, Lucknow and Mumbai.


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CENTRAL FOOD TECHNOLOGICAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE Council of Scientific & Industrial Research Cheluvamba Mansion, Mysore-570020 Karnataka
Mysore, Karnataka - 570020
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