CSIR CFTRI Recruitment 2026 - Project Associate II & Project Assistant II Online Form

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years
• Age relaxation: SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 5 years; OBC: 3 years

Project Associate - II (PAT-II)

• M.Sc. in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Food Science and Nutrition, Microbiology, or an equivalent discipline from a recognized university
• 2 years of experience in research and development or science communication in an Industrial/Academic Institution or Science & Technology organization

Project Assistant - II (PA-II)

• B.Sc. in Food Science & Nutrition or an equivalent discipline from a recognized university
• OR 3-year Diploma in Chemical Engineering/ Biotechnology

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 03-09-2026
• Last Date for Application: 14-09-2026
• Apply Online: through the official CFTRI portal (link below)

Application Fee

• No application fee is required for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST) as per the official notification.

Additional Instructions

• Read the official notification PDF carefully for complete vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limits, stipend/salary, selection process, and application instructions.
• Ensure all required documents are ready before submitting the online application.
• The recruitment is contractual in nature, with salary as specified for each post.
• Keep a printout or saved copy of the submitted application for future reference.