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CSIR CIMAP Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 03 Project Associate I/II, Senior Project Associate Posts

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Total Vacancies
03 Posts
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Selection / Apply Mode
Offline (Post)
Closing Date
02 February 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. CentralInstituteofMedicinalandAromaticPlants/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count Project Associate-I/II and Senior Project Associate (03 Posts)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Online / Offline 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 02 February 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Regional Headquarters, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification Refer Official Notification 🌐 Authority Official Website www.cimap.res.in ↗

📋 Candidate Application Checklist

Candidates must verify and arrange the following documents in chronological order prior to submitting their application:

Bio-data / Proforma: Duly completed, signed application form (per notification format).
Original Certificates: 10th / Matriculation (DOB proof), Essential Degrees & Marksheets.
Self-Attested Photocopies: Two complete sets of photocopies of all relevant testimonials.
Passport Photographs: 2 to 4 recent passport-size colour photographs (same as bio-data).
Valid Photo ID Proof: Original Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or PAN Card.
Experience & NOC: Experience certificates and "No Objection Certificate" if currently employed.

🎯 Selection Methodology, Screening Contingency & Perks

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In the event of a disproportionately high candidate turnout for the selection process, the competent committee reserves the discretionary right to conduct an objective preliminary written / screening test to shortlist candidates before calling them for personal interview.

🚆 Traveling Allowance / Dearness Allowance (TA/DA) Disclosure

No TA/DA will be paid or admissible to any candidate for attending the written examination / document verification. Candidates are required to make their own arrangements for travel, boarding, and lodging.

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CSIR CIMAP Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 03 Project Associate I/II, Senior Project Associate Posts

CSIR Central Institute of Medicinal & Aromatic Plants (CSIR CIMAP) has released a recruitment notification for the engagement of Project Associates and Senior Project Associates on a temporary basis. Interested candidates with M.Sc. qualifications and relevant experience can attend the Walk-in-Interview at the Research Centre in Bengaluru.

CSIR-CIMAP Project Associate Recruitment 2026 Overview

Company NameCSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal & Aromatic Plants (CSIR-CIMAP)
Post NameProject Associate-I/II and Senior Project Associate
No of Posts03
Advt NoPA-I/II / SPAT – February 2026
SalaryRs. 25,000/- to Rs. 42,000/- + HRA (Per Month)
QualificationM.Sc. in Biochemistry/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology; Doctoral degree
Walk-in Date2 February 2026
Official Websitehttps://www.cimap.res.in/

Vacancy Details

PositionNo. of Posts
Project Associate-I/II (PAT-I/II)2 Nos.
Senior Project Associate (SPAT)1 No.

Eligibility Criteria & Salary

Eligibility for Project Associate-I

  • Essential: M.Sc. in Biochemistry/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology from a recognised University or equivalent.
  • Salary: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (for candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET/GATE); Rs. 25,000/- + HRA (for others).

Eligibility for Project Associate-II

  • Essential: M.Sc. in Biochemistry/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology from a recognised University or equivalent.
  • Experience: 2 years relevant experience in Research and Development in Industrial/ Academic/ Research Institutions.
  • Salary: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (for scholars selected through National Eligibility Tests); Rs. 28,000/- + HRA (for others).

Eligibility for Senior Project Associate

  • Essential: Doctoral degree in Biological Sciences from a recognised University or equivalent OR M.Sc. in Biochemistry/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology with 3 years research experience.
  • Salary: Rs. 42,000/- + HRA.

Common Requirements

  • Desirable: Working experience in yeast biology/ engineering (for all positions).
  • Age Limit (as on 02/02/2026): Max 35 years (Project Associate-I/II), Max 40 years (Senior Project Associate). Age relaxation applicable as per Govt rules.

Important Dates

  • Walk-in Interview Date: 2 February 2026
  • Reporting Time: 9 AM
  • Interview Time: 10.00 AM

How to Apply

Candidates must attend the Walk-in-Interview on 2 February 2026 at CSIR-CIMAP Research Centre, Bengaluru.

  • Report by 9 AM with a signed Bio-Data (downloaded from the website).
  • Bring all Original Documents and one set of Self-Attested Photocopies of educational testimonials.
  • Carry one recent Passport size photograph.

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FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for CSIR CIMAP Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The Walk-in-Interview is scheduled for 2 February 2026. Candidates must report by 9:00 AM.

Q2. What are the total vacancies available?
Ans: There are a total of 03 vacancies for Project Associate-I/II and Senior Project Associate.

Q3. What is the age limit for these posts?
Ans: The maximum age is 35 years for Project Associates and 40 years for Senior Project Associates, with relaxation as per government rules.