CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026

CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CSIR-CFTRI) Project Associate-I Notification 2026 has been released on the official website CSIR-CFTRI. A total of 1 vacancy has been announced through the CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026.

Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology (Mechanical, Material Science, Polymer Science, Food Science & Technology, Chemical Engineering) or M.Sc. in Food Science & Technology/Chemistry, and within the maximum age limit of 35 years, are eligible to apply for this Project Associate-I vacancy. The online application process for CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 is ongoing and will remain open until 22 April 2026.

Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.

CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 – Overview

CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate-I Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

Candidates who are interested in applying for the CSIR-CFTRI Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.

Download CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate-I Job 2026 Notification PDF

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

• Project Associate-I:
  

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology (Material Science, Polymer Science, or equivalent)
  • B.Tech in Food Science & Technology
  • B.Tech in Chemical Engineering
  • M.Sc. in Food Science & Technology
  • M.Sc. in Chemistry or equivalent

• Desirable Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with Diploma from CIPET or equivalent, with hands-on expertise in film extrusion process, working experience in Polymer Film Extrusion, Twin extruder. Master’s Degree in Material Science/ Polymer Science/ Plastic technology or equivalent will be preferred.

Age Limit

• Project Associate-I: Maximum 35 years.
• Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.

Salary/ Stipend

• Project Associate-I: Rs. 31,000/- plus HRA (for NET/GATE qualified) or Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA (others).

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Shortlisting by designated committee
• Interview

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online for the CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026.

• Applications must be submitted online on or before 22-04-2026.
• To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
• Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of CSIR-CFTRI to complete the application.
• Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
• Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
• Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
• Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

CSIR-CFTRI Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 – Important Links

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