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CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1 Post

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01 Post
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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 1 (01 Post)
📮 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 Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (B.Tech/B.E.) OR Master’s Degree in Science (M.Sc.). Specifically: Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Polymer Science, Food Science & Technology, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry. 🌐 Authority Official Website cftri.res.in ↗
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CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1 Post

The CSIR Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR CFTRI) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Associate I Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official CSIR CFTRI website. The last date to submit the application form is 26-01-2026.

Overview

Company NameCSIR – Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR-CFTRI)
Post NameProject Associate – I (PAT-I)
No of Posts1
Last Date for Apply26th January 2026
Official Websitehttps://cftri.res.in/

Vacancy Details

Post NameNo. of PostsSalary
Project Associate – I (PAT-I)1(a) Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA for NET/GATE qualified
(b) Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA to others

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Project Associate – I (PAT-I)

  • Essential Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (B.Tech/B.E.) OR Master’s Degree in Science (M.Sc.). Specifically: Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, Polymer Science, Food Science & Technology, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry.
  • Desirable:
    • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with Diploma from CIPET or equivalent, with hands-on expertise in film extrusion process.
    • Working experience in Polymer Film Extrusion, Twin extruder.
    • Master’s Degree in Material Science/ Polymer Science/Plastic technology or equivalent will be preferred.
  • Age Limit: Up to 35 years as of 26-01-2026.
  • Age Relaxation: 05 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women; 03 years for OBC.
  • Important Note: Candidates who have completed a total tenure of 6 years in any of the CSIR Lab/Instt. as Project Staff are not eligible.

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  • What is the last date to apply for CSIR-CFTRI Recruitment 2026?
    The last date to submit the application form is 26th January 2026.
  • What is the salary for Project Associate I?
    Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA for candidates qualified in National Eligibility Tests (CSIR-UGC NET, GATE etc.) and Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA for others.
  • How many vacancies are available?
    There is 1 vacancy for the post of Project Associate – I (PAT-I).
  • What is the educational qualification required?
    B.Tech/B.E. in relevant fields (Mechanical, Chemical, Food Tech, etc.) OR M.Sc. in Food Science & Technology or Chemistry.

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