CSIR-CFTRI Walk-in PAT 64/2026: Soybean Foods, 16 Oct Mysuru
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru has invited applications for Project Assistant-I and Project Associate-I, 2 (1 PA-I + 1 PAT-I) vacancies, CSIR-CFTRI, Opp. Railway Museum, Mysuru 570020. The last date to apply is 16 October 2026. Age is counted as on 16 October 2026, the walk-in date. Details below are from the official notice: CSIR-CFTRI Advertisement No. PAT 64/2026 dated 08.10.2026, PDF on cftri.res.in. Walk-in 16.10.2026 at Mysuru. Project GAP000684.
- Organization
- CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru
- Post Name
- Project Assistant-I and Project Associate-I
- Total Vacancy
- 2 (1 PA-I + 1 PAT-I)
- Application Mode
- Walk-in with Annexure-I from the advertisement PDF. Two reporting windows on the same day.
- Job Location
- CSIR-CFTRI, Opp. Railway Museum, Mysuru 570020
- Official Website
- cftri.res.in
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement | PAT 64/2026, dated 8 October 2026 |
| Walk-in, Project Assistant-I | 16 October 2026 (Friday), report 9:00 am to 9:30 am |
| Walk-in end | 16 October 2026 (Friday); PA-I 9:00 to 9:30 am, PAT-I 1:30 to 2:00 pm |
Overview
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru, will walk in two temporary project seats on 16 October 2026 (Friday) under Advertisement PAT 64/2026, dated 8 October 2026. There is no online form and no TA.
The advertisement with Annexure-I is on cftri.res.in. Venue: CSIR-CFTRI, Opp. Railway Museum, Mysuru 570020.
Two clocks on one Friday
| Post | Posts | Report | Pay | Essential qualification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Assistant-I | 1 | 9:00 am to 9:30 am | Rs 20,000 plus HRA | B.Sc. Microbiology or equivalent |
| Project Associate-I | 1 | 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm | (a) Rs 31,000 plus HRA with CSIR-UGC NET, GATE or equivalent national eligibility tests; (b) Rs 25,000 plus HRA otherwise | M.Sc. Microbiology or equivalent |
Age 35 on 16 October 2026, with 5 years for SC, ST, PwBD and women and 3 years for OBC. Desirable for both seats: fermented probiotics, postbiotics and gut microbiota work. Job requirement is R&D as assigned.
If the crowd is large, a committee may shortlist by marks in the essential degree, by a higher qualification, by the desirable experience, or by any other method it adopts. Director, CSIR-CFTRI, decides who sits the interview. No originals, no interview. Valid ID must be Voter ID, PAN, driving licence, passport or Aadhaar.
North-East fermented soy, not a generic food walk-in
The project is GAP000684: Production of soybean based functional foods using microbial resources isolated from traditionally fermented foods of North East India. Initial engagement is until March 2027, extendable until October 2027 or the project end, whichever is earlier, and only while funds last. That is the detail generic "CFTRI project assistant" pages skip.
Six-year CSIR bar: OM 5-1(342)/2017-PD dated 02.09.2024 says total project-staff time in one project or several, in one lab or several CSIR labs, cannot exceed six years. If you have already used that tenure, you are not eligible.
Ongoing Ph.D. or other higher study under AcSIR or a university that has an MoU with CSIR needs Annexure-II NOC from the supervisor and the registrar. Without it, do not expect to be processed.
If selected you cannot walk away without Director's prior approval. Early exit needs one month's notice with a reason, or one month's stipend in lieu. Engagement does not give a right to register for a higher degree or to a permanent CSIR-CFTRI post. Canvassing is a disqualification. Updates appear only on the CFTRI website.
Reporting windows, the NET line and the six-year bar are on the syllabus page. Practice is on the practice page.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 16 October 2026, the walk-in date)
| Category | Age Relaxation | Max Age |
|---|---|---|
| Project Assistant-I and Project Associate-I | 35 years on 16 October 2026. SC, ST, PwBD and women 5 years; OBC 3 years, or as per Government of India instructions. | 35 years |
Educational Qualification
- Project Assistant-I: B.Sc. in Microbiology or equivalent from a recognised university.
- Project Associate-I: M.Sc. in Microbiology or equivalent from a recognised university.
- Desirable for both: experience in fermented probiotics, postbiotics and gut microbiota studies.
- Anyone who has already completed six years as project staff in any CSIR laboratory is not eligible. An ongoing higher degree under AcSIR or a CSIR MoU university needs the Annexure-II NOC.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Walk-in | Nil. No TA or DA. |
How to Apply
- 1Download Annexure-I from https://cftri.res.in/ApplicationForm/0_41842200_1791461325.pdf. Fill it and bring it on 16 October 2026. No originals means no interview.
- 2Project Assistant-I reports 9:00 am to 9:30 am. Project Associate-I reports 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm. Same venue: CSIR-CFTRI, Opp. Railway Museum, Mysuru 570020.
- 3Carry originals and self-attested copies of certificates, a valid photo ID (Voter ID, PAN, driving licence, passport or Aadhaar) and one passport photograph. If your Ph.D. or other higher degree is ongoing, bring Annexure-II NOC.
- 4Further notices appear only on cftri.res.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. CSIR OM 5-1(342)/2017-PD dated 02.09.2024 caps total project-staff tenure at six years across all CSIR labs. Those who have completed six years are not eligible.
No. PA-I is 9:00 to 9:30 am. PAT-I is 1:30 to 2:00 pm. Do not assume a single morning queue covers both.
GAP000684, Production of soybean based functional foods using microbial resources isolated from traditionally fermented foods of North East India. Initial tenure until March 2027, extendable until October 2027 or the project end, whichever is earlier.
One month's prior notice with a reason, or one month's stipend in lieu, and Director, CSIR-CFTRI, must accept the resignation. You cannot discontinue without prior approval.