- Temporary contractual engagement for the project 'Bioresource Conservation and Prospection' at CSIR-CFTRI, Mysuru.
- Role involves research and development in food formulation, nutritional analysis, and metabolite analysis.
- Position is co-terminus with the project duration, extendable up to 30/03/2028 based on requirements.
- Stipend: Rs. 42,000/- per month plus applicable HRA.
- Based in Mysuru, Karnataka, under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR).
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đ Master's Degree
đ Ph.D.
Senior Project Associate-I
CSIR â Central Food Technological Research Institute
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Mysuru, Karnataka
Apply Deadline
31 Jul 2026
đ Recruitment Overview
| Organization | CSIR â Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR-CFTRI) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | âš42,000 - âš42,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 40 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | 3 years (for M.Sc. candidates) or 2 years (for Ph.D. candidates) in R&D in Industrial or Science & Technology Organizations. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee mentioned; candidates are advised to check the official website for updates. |
đ Details & Description
đ Eligibility Criteria
- Age limit: Maximum 40 years as of 31/07/2026 (relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC candidates).
- Candidates must have completed their essential qualifications with declared results (result-awaited candidates are ineligible).
- Essential qualifications:
- M.Sc. in Botany or Biochemistry with 3 years of R&D experience in Industrial or Science & Technology Organizations.
- OR Doctoral Degree in Science (Botany or Biochemistry) with 2 years of R&D experience in Industrial or Science & Technology Organizations.
- Desirable: Hands-on experience with HPLC, LCMS, and expertise in food formulation with specialization in nutritional and metabolite analysis.
- Candidates who have completed a total of 6 years as Project Staff in any CSIR Lab/Institute are ineligible.
- Candidates must have completed their essential qualifications with declared results (result-awaited candidates are ineligible).
- Essential qualifications:
- M.Sc. in Botany or Biochemistry with 3 years of R&D experience in Industrial or Science & Technology Organizations.
- OR Doctoral Degree in Science (Botany or Biochemistry) with 2 years of R&D experience in Industrial or Science & Technology Organizations.
- Desirable: Hands-on experience with HPLC, LCMS, and expertise in food formulation with specialization in nutritional and metabolite analysis.
- Candidates who have completed a total of 6 years as Project Staff in any CSIR Lab/Institute are ineligible.
âī¸ Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on committee criteria (percentage of marks, higher qualifications, desirable experience, or other methods).
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email for the interview (no TA/DA provided).
- Final selection based on interview performance.
- Selected candidates' results and panel of waitlisted candidates will be published on the CSIR-CFTRI website.
- Engagement is temporary and co-terminus with the project duration or 6 years, whichever is earlier.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed via email for the interview (no TA/DA provided).
- Final selection based on interview performance.
- Selected candidates' results and panel of waitlisted candidates will be published on the CSIR-CFTRI website.
- Engagement is temporary and co-terminus with the project duration or 6 years, whichever is earlier.
đˇī¸ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD, Women
đ Required Documents
- Date of birth certificate.
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Educational qualification certificates (degree, marksheets).
- Experience certificates from previous employers.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer if already working in CSIR/CFTRI.
- No Dues Certificate and resignation letter from previous project (if selected).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Educational qualification certificates (degree, marksheets).
- Experience certificates from previous employers.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer if already working in CSIR/CFTRI.
- No Dues Certificate and resignation letter from previous project (if selected).
đŗ Application Fee Details
- No application fee mentioned; candidates are advised to check the official website for updates.
â Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the duration of the engagement for the Senior Project Associate-I position?
The engagement is initially for a period up to March 31, 2027, and may be extendable up to March 30, 2028, based on project requirements or until the project's end, whichever is earlier.
Q.
What are the essential qualifications required for the Senior Project Associate-I position?
Candidates must have an M.Sc. in Botany or Biochemistry with 3 years of research and development experience, or a doctoral degree in Science (Botany or Biochemistry) with 2 years of relevant experience.
Q.
Is prior experience with HPLC, LCMS, and food formulation necessary for this position?
Yes, hands-on experience with HPLC, LCMS, and expertise in food formulation with specialization in nutritional and metabolite analysis is required for the position.
Q.
Are candidates who have completed 6 years as Project Staff in any CSIR Lab eligible to apply?
No, candidates who have completed a total tenure of 6 years as Project Staff in any CSIR Lab or Institute are not eligible to apply.
Q.
What is the stipend and HRA for the Senior Project Associate-I position?
The stipend is Rs. 42,000 per month, plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as applicable.