Project Assistant Recruitment at CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Temporary
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹27,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Fisheries Science, Zoology, Marine Biology, Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology, or Nutrition.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible - hands-on expertise in protein purification or biochemical analysis is desirable.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 50 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute is hiring for 1 Project Assistant position to work on the 'Valorization of Cephalopod Ink' research project in Mysuru. The role offers a monthly stipend of ₹27,000 plus HRA for candidates holding a Bachelor's Degree in Fisheries Science, Zoology, Biochemistry, or Food Technology. This is an excellent opportunity to engage in high-level R&D activities within a premier national laboratory under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research. The contract is initially valid until March 2027 and provides a professional platform for scientific career development.
- The upper age limit is 50 years with applicable relaxations for reserved categories and women.
- Employment is on a temporary contractual basis specifically for project GAP000677.
- Candidates must have completed their degree; those awaiting final results are not eligible.
- Selection involves shortlisting based on academic merit followed by a personal interview.
- The total tenure for project staff across all CSIR labs cannot exceed a maximum of 6 years.
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Additional Salary Information
₹27,000 per month plus HRA as per ANRF guidelines.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting of applications Interview Document Verification Medical Examination
Application Fees
No application fee
Reservation
SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 5 years age relaxation OBC: 3 years age relaxation
How to Apply
- Visit the official CSIR-CFTRI recruitment portal at https://patcell.cftri.res.in Register and log in to the Project Manpower Portal.
- Fill in the online application form with personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned copies of certificates for age, caste, and educational qualifications.
- Review all entered information for accuracy.
- Submit the application online before the deadline of 30.07.2026.
- Download or print the confirmation page for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Project Assistant receives a monthly stipend of ₹27,000 plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per ANRF guidelines.
Applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree in Fisheries Science, Zoology, Marine Biology, Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology, or Nutrition.
The maximum age limit is 50 years as of the application deadline, July 30, 2026.
