📋 Complete Notification Details
Project JRF, Project Assistant, Project Associate-I, Project Associate PAT-I, Senior-PAT, Junior Project Fellow, Project Associate PAT-II
Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (CSIR IHBT) has released the official Project JRF, Project Assistant, Project Associate-I, Project Associate PAT-I, Senior-PAT, Junior Project Fellow, and Project Associate PAT-II Recruitment 2026 notification on the official website. A total of 16 vacancies have been announced under the CSIR IHBT Project Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates aged up to 35 years with a qualification of M.Sc. in Botany, Biotechnology, or equivalent with national-level JRF eligibility such as NET, GATE, etc. can attend the walk-in interview as per the recruitment schedule.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT) |
| Post Names | Various Project Positions (JRF, Project Associate, etc.) |
| Total Vacancies | 16 |
| Walk-in Dates | 20th to 23rd July 2026 |
| Application Mode | Walk-in |
| Job Type | Temporary |
| Official Website | www.ihbt.res.in |
Employment Type:CONTRACT
Number of Vacancies:16
Educational Qualification: Varies by post. Generally requires M.Sc. in Botany, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Agronomy, Horticulture, Chemistry, or related fields. Refer to the official notification for post-specific qualifications.
Experience: Varies by post. Some positions require specific experience (e.g., molecular biology, plant cell culture, microbiology, R&D). Senior-PAT requires 3 years of experience or a Doctoral degree with 2 years of experience.
Skills:As per the specific post requirements (e.g., molecular biological techniques, plant cell culture, microbiology, fermentation, bioinformatics, natural product chemistry).
Salary: Rs. 20,000 - Rs. 42,000 per month + HRA (varies by post and qualification).
Age Limit: Maximum 35 Years for most posts; 40 Years for Senior-PAT. Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women; 3 years for OBC.
Selection Procedure: Walk-in Interview. Objective Test (MCQ) followed by Interview (may be adopted by the selection committee). Document Verification.
Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates who wish to apply for the CSIR IHBT Project Recruitment 2026 must attend the walk-in interview on the scheduled date.
- Read the Notification: Read the official notification carefully before attending the interview.
- Download Application Form: Download the prescribed application format from the CSIR IHBT website (www.ihbt.res.in).
- Fill the Form: Fill the application form completely and affix a latest coloured passport-size photograph.
- Prepare Documents: Carry all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies (age proof, educational qualifications, experience certificates, category certificates, etc.).
- Reporting Time: Report at the venue as per the reporting time mentioned in the notification (before 10:00 AM). Candidates reporting after 10:00 AM will not be allowed.
- Walk-in Date: The walk-in interviews are scheduled on 20th, 21st, 22nd, and 23rd July 2026 at 09:30 AM. Check the specific date for the post you are applying for.
- Venue: CSIR-IHBT, Palampur (H.P.).
Important Note: No application fee is required. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. Candidates must bring original certificates for verification; failure to do so will result in not being allowed to appear for the interview.
📅 Important Dates
Published: 7th July 2026
Walk-in Interviews: 20th to 23rd July 2026 (09:30 AM)
Official Notification: Download Official Notification (PDF)
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Read the Notification: Before attending the walk-in, thoroughly read the official notification PDF available on the CSIR IHBT website for complete details.
- Eligibility: Ensure you meet the specific educational qualification, experience, and age criteria for the post you are applying for.
- Application Form: Use the prescribed application format from the CSIR IHBT website. Submit a separate application for each position code if applying for multiple posts.
- Reporting Time: Arrive at the interview venue before 10:00 AM. Latecomers will not be allowed.
- Original Documents: Carry all original documents for verification. Failure to do so will disqualify you from the interview.
- No TA/DA: No Travelling Allowance / Dearness Allowance is admissible for attending the interview.
- Selection Process: Be prepared for a direct interview or an objective test followed by an interview, as decided by the selection committee.
- Temporary Position: These are purely temporary, project-based positions. They do not lead to regularization.