CSIR-NBRI Recruitment 2026 for 35 Research Associate, SRF and Young Professional PostsWalk-in

• Research Associate: A doctoral degree in Life Sciences, Botany, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology or Bioinformatics; alternatively, an M.Sc. in one of these subjects with NET qualification, at least 3 years of relevant R&D experience and one research paper in an SCI or NAAS-rated journal with a rating of at least 4.0.
• Research Associate desirable experience: Advanced molecular biology, genomics, proteomics, bioinformatics, genetic transformation, genome editing or cotton fibre biology.
• Senior Research Fellow: M.Sc. (Ag.) or M.Sc. in Botany, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences, together with NET qualification and 2 years of relevant R&D experience.
• Young Professional II: M.Sc. in Botany, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences from a recognized university.
• Young Professional I: Graduation in Science, Computer, Management or BA with laboratory experience, or a diploma in relevant Agricultural Sciences, Engineering, Technology, Computer, Management or any discipline from a recognized university.
• Young Professional I desirable experience: Routine molecular biology laboratory work, including media preparation, autoclaving, laboratory management or scientific administrative work.
• Required experience is counted only after obtaining the minimum educational qualification for the relevant grade. Tentative certificates, tentative mark sheets and result-awaited qualifications are not accepted.

• Check the official advertisement for the qualifications and experience required for your chosen post.
• Download the application form from the official website in advance, or obtain it at the walk-in venue.
• Bring a latest photograph, original documents, self-attested examination certificates from matriculation onward, date-of-birth proof and experience certificates.
• Attend on 16 November 2026 for Research Associate or SRF, or on 17 November 2026 for Young Professional II or I.
• Reach K. N. Kaul Block, CSIR-NBRI, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow, one hour before the 11:00 AM interview for document verification.
• Participate in the screening test if conducted and the interview as directed.

Recruitment overview

CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow, is recruiting project staff through Advertisement No. 11/Project/2026. The 35 positions support Molecular Biology and Biotechnology work under Mission for Cotton Productivity (Kapas Kanti), project GAP-3554. These are temporary engagements, not permanent appointments, and the vacancy count may change during selection.

Who can attend

The openings cover Research Associate, Senior Research Fellow, Young Professional II and Young Professional I. Research Associate applicants need either the specified doctoral qualification or the Master's degree route with NET, relevant experience and a qualifying publication. SRF applicants require the stated postgraduate qualification, NET and two years of relevant R&D experience. Young Professional II requires an M.Sc. in a listed subject, while Young Professional I permits the specified graduate or diploma qualifications.

Only candidates holding the required degree or mark sheet in the stated subjects should attend. Result-awaited qualifications and tentative certificates or mark sheets are not accepted. Where experience is required, it is counted after obtaining the minimum qualification. Candidates with CGPA, SGPA or OGPA grades must convert them to percentages using their institution's formula.

Walk-in arrangements

Research Associate and SRF candidates should attend on 16 November 2026; Young Professional II and I candidates should attend on 17 November 2026. Both sessions begin at 11:00 AM at K. N. Kaul Block, CSIR-NBRI, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow. Reporting is one hour earlier for document verification.

• Obtain the application form from the official website or at the venue.
• Bring one latest photograph, original documents and self-attested examination certificates from matriculation onward.
• Carry date-of-birth proof and experience certificates.
• Attend a multiple-choice screening test if one is arranged before interviews.

Selection and engagement conditions

The Selection Committee will prepare a panel based on interview performance for use as project needs arise. Interviews may extend into the evening or the following day if attendance is high. No TA/DA is payable.

Monthly remuneration ranges from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 67,000, depending on the post and qualification. HRA for Research Associate and SRF is subject to project sanction; Young Professional remuneration is fixed. Engagement is linked to the project's duration, satisfactory progress and availability of funds.