CSIR CFTRI Project Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 01 Posts

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• 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. In this article, you’ll find the CSIR CFTRI Project Associate I Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

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CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate – I Recruitment 2026 Overview

CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate – I Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology (Material Science, Polymer Science, or equivalent).
• B.Tech in Food Science & Technology.
• B.Tech in Chemical Engineering.
• M.Sc. in Food Science & Technology.
• M.Sc (Chemistry) or equivalent.
• Desirable: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with Diploma from CIPET or equivalent, with hands-on expertise in film extrusion process.
• Desirable: Working experience in Polymer Film Extrusion, Twin extruder.
• Desirable: Master’s Degree in Material Science/ Polymer Science/Plastic technology or equivalent will be preferred.
• Candidates should not have exceeded 35 years of age as on the last date of receiving the applications i.e. 26th January 2026.
• Only those candidates who have already acquired the essential qualification & their results have been declared are eligible to apply.
• Applicants who have completed the total tenure of 6 years in any of the CSIR Lab/Instt. as Project Staff are not eligible to apply for the aforesaid positions.

Salary / Stipend

• Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA for those candidates who have qualified National Eligibility Tests (CSIR-UGC NET, GATE etc.).
• Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA to others.

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 35 years.
• Relaxation in age limit for candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwBD/Women is 05 years.
• Relaxation in age limit for candidates belonging to OBC is 03 years.

Important Dates

Selection Process

• The applicants will be subjected to shortlisting by designated committee according to the current requirement.
• The candidates shortlisted for interview will be displayed on CSIR-CFTRI website.
• No TA/DA will be given to the candidates for attending the interview.
• In the event of large number of applications, the committee may shortlist candidates based on percentage of marks in essential qualification, higher educational qualifications, desirable qualification/experience, or any other methodology deemed fit.
• Based upon the performance of candidates in the interview, result of selected candidates will be declared and posted on CFTRI website.
• Selection for engagement, panel of waitlisted candidates and its validity will be as per CSIR rules vide OM No. 5-1(342)/2017-PD dated 02.09.2024 as amended from time to time.

General Information / Instructions

• Engagement is purely on temporary contractual basis and co-terminus with the project tenure or 6 years whichever is earlier.
• Candidates who have already served CSIR-CFTRI or any other CSIR lab/institute as Project Staff for a total period of 6 years or more are not eligible.
• Engagement will not provide any right/claim for regularization for a permanent post of CSIR-CFTRI/CSIR.
• If the candidate is already working in CSIR/CSIR-CFTRI, a “NOC” from the current PI is mandatory.
• Engagement may be extended or curtailed based on conduct, performance and requirement of the institute and will not be beyond the tenure of the project.
• The posts advertised are provisional and subject to ascertaining availability of funds under the respective project before declaration of results and issue of engagement letter.
• The performance of the Project Staff would be reviewed periodically and engagement may be terminated at any time without assigning any reasons.
• CSIR-CFTRI reserves the right to cancel or withdraw the offer of engagement in case of any discrepancy found in the candidature.
• Candidates must ensure they fulfil the essential qualifications/experience; misleading information may lead to rejection at any stage.
• Other terms and conditions will be governed as per guidelines issued by CSIR/funding agency for engagement of project staff as amended from time to time.
• The Director, CSIR-CFTRI reserves the right to amend, delete and add terms & conditions, cancel the advertisement, or not fill up the posts; number of vacancies may increase or decrease at the time of selection.
• Canvassing in any form and/or bringing any influence political or otherwise will be treated as a disqualification for the post.

How to Apply

• Eligible candidates may submit online application only at https://patcell.cftri.res.in along with necessary attachments of the certificates in support of date of birth, caste, qualification/experience etc. on or before 26th January 2026.
• No other mode of application will be accepted.
• Applications received after the due date 26th January 2026 will not be considered.
• Candidates are advised to check the official CFTRI website https://cftri.res.in/ regularly for addendum/corrigendum and updated information.
• The short-listed candidates will be informed about the date of interview through e-mail to the email address mentioned in the online application form.
• No interim enquiry or correspondence will be entertained.

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Q2. What is the maximum age limit for Project Associate – I as on the last date?

• Candidates should not have exceeded 35 years of age as on 26th January 2026.

Q3. What are the essential educational qualifications required for Project Associate – I?

• Essential qualifications include Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology (Material Science, Polymer Science, or equivalent), B.Tech in Food Science & Technology, B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, OR M.Sc. in Food Science & Technology / M.Sc (Chemistry) or equivalent.

Q4. What is the stipend for candidates who have not qualified National Eligibility Tests?

• Other candidates will receive Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA.