CSIR CFTRI Project Associate I Recruitment 2025 | 01 Vacancy Online Apply

Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI)
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Overview

CSIR Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) has announced recruitment for Project Associate I on a temporary contractual basis. The online application window opens from 15 December 2025 to 21 December 2025 for a single vacancy. Eligible candidates with a master’s degree in relevant disciplines are invited to apply through the official portal.

Total Vacancies

1

Age Limit

TBA - 35y

Age Details

Age Limit

  • Maximum age: 35 years as on 21-12-2025.
  • Age relaxation: 05 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 03 years for OBC candidates.

Eligibility

Qualifications

  • M.Sc in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, or Food Science & Technology.

Essential Qualifications

  • The candidate must have completed the minimum educational qualification and have the results declared to be eligible.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Experience in a reputed R&D institute in fruits, vegetables, confectioneries, modern analytical instruments, method validation, and MS-Office tools will be preferred.

Experience

  • The period of experience shall be counted after the date of acquiring the minimum prescribed educational qualifications.

Important Dates

Application Start

15/12/25

Application End

21/12/25

Date Details

Important Dates

  • Notification Date: 15-12-2025
  • Last Date for Receiving Applications: 21-12-2025
  • Interview Date: Will be informed via e-mail to shortlisted candidates

Application Fees

Application Fees

  • Not mentioned in the notification.

How to Apply

General Information/Instructions

  • The engagement is purely temporary and contractual, co-terminus with the project tenure (up to March 31, 2026, extendable up to two years, maximum 6 years total across all CSIR projects).
  • Engagement does not provide any right or claim for regularization or permanent employment in CSIR-CFTRI/CSIR.
  • Candidates who have completed a total tenure of 6 years in any CSIR Lab/Institute are NOT ELIGIBLE to apply.
  • If currently working in CSIR, an NOC from the current PI is mandatory.

How To Apply

  • Eligible candidates must submit their application online only at the official CFTRI portal.
  • Ensure attachments of certificates in support of date of birth, caste, qualification/experience are uploaded.
  • Choose the appropriate subject panel based on your specialization (Biochemistry, Chemistry, Food Science, or Agricultural Science).
  • Applications received after the due date of 21-12-2025 will not be considered.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which body conducts the "CSIR CFTRI Project Associate I Recruitment 2025 | 01 Vacancy Online Apply"?

The "CSIR CFTRI Project Associate I Recruitment 2025 | 01 Vacancy Online Apply" is conducted by the Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI).

How many vacancies are there for "CSIR CFTRI Project Associate I Recruitment 2025 | 01 Vacancy Online Apply"?

There are a total of 1 vacancies available for "CSIR CFTRI Project Associate I Recruitment 2025 | 01 Vacancy Online Apply".

When do applications for "CSIR CFTRI Project Associate I Recruitment 2025 | 01 Vacancy Online Apply" start?

Applications for "CSIR CFTRI Project Associate I Recruitment 2025 | 01 Vacancy Online Apply" begin on 15/12/25.

What is the last date to apply for "CSIR CFTRI Project Associate I Recruitment 2025 | 01 Vacancy Online Apply"?

The deadline to apply for "CSIR CFTRI Project Associate I Recruitment 2025 | 01 Vacancy Online Apply" is 21/12/25.

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