About This Recruitment
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysuru has issued Advertisement No. PAT 65/2026, dated 20.10.2026, for one Project Associate-I (PAT-I) position under post code FIR070407. The post is attached to a research project titled "Understanding the molecular basis for the utilization of non-fructosylated α-GOS (manninotriose and verbascotetraose) in human gut probiotics". The selected candidate will carry out research and development work in line with the project objectives.
Key Highlights
- Vacancy: 1 temporary position, based at CSIR-CFTRI, Mysuru, Karnataka.
- Pay: ₹31,000 plus HRA for NET/GATE-qualified candidates; ₹25,000 plus HRA for others.
- Tenure: initially up to six months, extendable up to March 2028 or the end of the project, whichever comes first.
- Age limit: up to 35 years as on 01.11.2026, with 5 years' relaxation for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC.
- Last date: 01.11.2026, online mode only.
Who Can Apply
Candidates need a master's degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Botany, Zoology, Genetics or a related subject, and their result must already be declared. Hands-on experience with recombinant DNA work, enzyme assays and enzyme purification and characterisation is desirable. Anyone who has already served a total of 6 years as project staff in CSIR labs is not eligible.
What To Do Now
- Read the official advertisement for the full terms.
- Prepare scanned copies of your date of birth proof, caste certificate (if applicable), and qualification and experience certificates.
- Current CSIR or CSIR-CFTRI project staff should obtain an NOC from their present PI.
- Fill in and submit the form on the CFTRI project application portal before 01.11.2026.
Points To Remember
If the number of applications is high, the committee may shortlist using marks in the essential qualification, higher qualifications, desirable experience or any other method it decides. The list of shortlisted candidates will appear on the CSIR-CFTRI website and interview dates will be sent by email, so use an email address you check regularly. The engagement is temporary and ends with the project; it gives no claim to a permanent post, and a selected candidate moving from another project must submit a No Dues Certificate and resignation first.