📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
CSIR-CFTRI Recruitment 2026: Project Associate-II (Food Technology)
Recruitment Overview
The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) – Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysuru, has released Advertisement No. PAT 05/2026 dated 16.02.2026. The institute invites online applications for the engagement of Project Associate-II on a purely temporary contractual basis.
Recruitment Type: This is Direct Recruitment based on Interview. There is no written competitive examination. Selection is based on the performance of candidates in the interview and shortlisting criteria set by the designated committee.
Key Highlights Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) |
| Post Name | Project Associate-II (PAT-II) |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| Application Start Date | 16th February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22nd February 2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
| Official Website | https://cftri.res.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Post Name & Level | Vacancies | Stipend & HRA | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNP577 | Project Associate – II (PAT-II) | 01 | Rs. 28,000/- plus HRA | 35 Years |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Food Technology with 2 years R&D Experience.
- Job Requirement: Bakery Product Development.
- Desirable Qualification: Experience in Wheat flour milling and their compositional variation or equivalent will be preferred.
2. Age Limit & Relaxation
Upper Age Limit: Candidates should not have exceeded 35 years of age.
Age Cut-off Date: Age is calculated as of the last date of receiving applications (22.02.2026).
Age Relaxation: Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules:
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 5 years relaxation.
- OBC: 3 years relaxation.
3. Mandatory Requirements & Ineligibility
- Candidates must have already acquired the essential qualification. Result awaited or final semester appeared candidates are not eligible.
- Experience Count: The period of experience is counted only after the date of acquiring the minimum educational qualification.
- 6-Year Rule: As per CSIR OM, the total period of engagement of a Project Staff in different projects (taken together) shall not exceed 6 years. Candidates who have already completed 6 years as Project Staff in any CSIR Lab/Instt. are NOT ELIGIBLE to apply.
- Currently employed candidates in CSIR/CSIR-CFTRI must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current Principal Investigator (PI).
🎯 Selection Process
Selection Stages: The selection will be based on the following stages:
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted by a designated committee. Criteria for shortlisting may include:
- Percentage of marks in Essential Qualification.
- Higher educational qualifications.
- Desirable qualification/experience.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Final Selection: Based on interview performance and availability of funds.
Application Fee
Not specified in the notification. Please refer to the official notification PDF for fee details if applicable.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
- Visit the official online application portal: https://patcell.cftri.res.in.
- Register and fill out the online application form with accurate details.
- Attach necessary documents in support of:
- Date of Birth
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Qualification Certificates (Degree & Marksheets)
- Experience Certificates
- Ensure the application is submitted on or before 22.02.2026 by 5:00 PM.
- Check the official website regularly for any addendum/corrigendum.
📅 Important Dates
| Notification Release | 16.02.2026 |
| Application Start | 16.02.2026 |
| Application End | 22.02.2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Interview Date | To be announced (Shortlisted candidates will be emailed) |