CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026 – 23 RA, Project Associate & Other Posts (Walk-in)

Last Updated: 02 June 2026
Latest Update: Updated
Author: Govt Job Guru Team

CSIR IHBT Project Associate RA Walk-in Interview 2026: The CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology has published the recruitment notification (Advt No. 08/2026) on its official website. https://www.ihbt.res.in The notification is for the recruitment of 23 Project Associate (PAT), Research Associate, SRF, Project Scientist posts. The last date to apply for these vacancies is . Candidates who have Master's Degree / Ph.D. in relevant Science/Technology disciplines from a recognized University qualifications can apply Walk-in Interview for CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026. Interested candidates must read the official notification carefully and complete the application process as per the given instructions. The official website link and the CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026 notification link are provided below under the heading Important Links.

CSIR IHBT Project Associate RA Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Here is the overview section of CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026. Here you can find the quick information about the CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026 notification. First check the following overview and if you find you are eligible and interested then read the next sections like eligibility criteria, important dates and important links. The overview section includes organisation, post name, total number of vacancies, qualification, job location and application mode.

Organisation	CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology
Post Name	Project Associate (PAT), Research Associate, SRF, Project Scientist
Total Number of Vacancies	23
Qualification	Master's Degree / Ph.D. in relevant Science/Technology disciplines from a recognized University
Job Location	Himachal Pradesh
Application Mode	Walk-in Interview
Last Date	Walk-in Interview: 15 to 19 June 2026
Official Website	https://www.ihbt.res.in

Vacancies Detail

Here, you can find the position wise vacancies detail of each position open under CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026 notification. You can find here the number of vacancies, qualification, age limit and pay scale. The complete eligibility criteria of each position open under CSIR-IHBT is given below.

Project Associate PAT-I (Code 8001 - 3D Printed Food IHP002410)
- No. of Vacancies: 02
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Food Technology/ Food Science/ Food and Nutrition/ Nutrition and Dietetics from a recognized University. Desirable: Work experience in food product development and analysis.
- Age Limit: 35 Years as on 15-06-2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 31,000/- + 10% HRA (NET/GATE qualified) or Rs. 25,000/- + 10% HRA (others)
Project Associate PAT-I (Code 8002 - Stinging Nettle Chemistry IHP002413)
- No. of Vacancies: 01
- Qualification: Masters/Integrated Master's degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Phytochemistry/Organic Chemistry/M. Pharmacy from a recognized University. Desirable: Natural Product Chemistry, in vitro cell lines and animal handling.
- Age Limit: 35 Years as on 15-06-2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 25,000/- + 10% HRA
Project Associate PAT-I (Code 8003 - Stinging Nettle Biology IHP002413)
- No. of Vacancies: 01
- Qualification: Masters/Integrated Master degree in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology or Life/Biological Sciences/Biotechnology or Phytochemistry or M. Pharmacy from a recognized University. Desirable: in vitro cell culture-based assays and handling of experimental animals.
- Age Limit: 35 Years as on 15-06-2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 25,000/- + 10% HRA
Project Associate PAT-I (Code 8004 - Highbush Blueberry IHP002412)
- No. of Vacancies: 02
- Qualification: M.Sc in Biotechnology/Plant Biotechnology/Life Sciences/Molecular Biology and Biotechnology/Botany from a recognized University. Desirable: Plant Tissue Culture/Molecular Biology of Horticulture crops/Woody plants and research publications.
- Age Limit: 35 Years as on 16-06-2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 31,000/- + 10% HRA (NET/GATE qualified) or Rs. 25,000/- + 10% HRA (others)
Senior Research Fellow (Code 8005 - Nardostachys jatamansi GAP-0368)
- No. of Vacancies: 01
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Botany, Plant Physiology from a recognized University with 3 years' experience in R&D in Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations. Desirable: Tissue culture of High altitude medicinal plants with research publications.
- Age Limit: 40 Years as on 16-06-2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 42,000/- + 9% HRA
Project Associate PAT-I (Code 8006 - Saffron Corm GAP-0367)
- No. of Vacancies: 01
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Botany, Biotechnology, Biochemistry from a recognized University. Desirable: Plant molecular Biology, Tissue culture, Gene cloning.
- Age Limit: 35 Years as on 17-06-2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 31,000/- + 9% HRA (NET/GATE qualified) or Rs. 25,000/- + 9% HRA (others)
Research Associate-I (Code 8007 - Saffron Corm GAP-0367)
- No. of Vacancies: 01
- Qualification: Ph.D. in Biological Science/Biotechnology, Biochemistry/Botany from a recognized University. Desirable: Plant Molecular Biology, Tissue culture, Gene cloning, Genetic Transformation, NGS data analysis, publications in peer reviewed journals.
- Age Limit: 40 Years as on 17-06-2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 58,000/- + 9% HRA
Project Scientist-I (Code 8008 - Tomato Leaf Curl Virus GAP0371)
- No. of Vacancies: 01
- Qualification: Doctoral Degree in Science or Master's Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent. Desirable: Plant virology, insect transmission of Plant viruses, protein-protein interaction, proteome characterization, developmental biology of insects, published papers.
- Age Limit: 35 Years as on 17-06-2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 56,000/- + 9% HRA
Project Associate-I (Code 8009 - Tomato Leaf Curl Virus GAP0371)
- No. of Vacancies: 01
- Qualification: Master's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences/MVSc or bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent. Desirable: Nucleic acid extraction, construct preparation, PCR, gene cloning, gene silencing.
- Age Limit: 35 Years as on 17-06-2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 31,000/- + 9% HRA (NET/GATE qualified) or Rs. 25,000/- + 9% HRA (others)
Project Associate PAT-I (Code 8010 - Agrotechnologies IHP002414)
- No. of Vacancies: 02
- Qualification: M.Sc. in Statistics/Agri-economics/Agriculture Extension/Agribusiness Management from a recognized University. Desirable: Statistical modelling and handling of large data sets.
- Age Limit: 35 Years as on 18-06-2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 31,000/- + 10% HRA (NET/GATE qualified) or Rs. 25,000/- + 10% HRA (others)
Project Associate PAT-I (Code 8011 - Dragon Fruit IHP002411)
- No. of Vacancies: 02
- Qualification: Master degree in Agriculture (Agronomy, Soil Science, Genetics & Plant Breeding) or Master degree in Horticulture from a recognized University. Desirable: Soil & Plant Analysis, Field Experience in Horticulture, Fruit Crops.
- Age Limit: 35 Years as on 18-06-2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 25,000/- + 10% HRA
Project Associate PAT-I (Code 8012 - Himalayan Bio-resources MLP002619)
- No. of Vacancies: 07
- Qualification: Master degree in Life Science/Biological Sciences/Biotechnology/Botany/Agriculture/Horticulture/Chemistry/Chemical Science/Food Science & Technology from a recognized University. Desirable: Work Experience/Diploma/dissertation in relevant area.
- Age Limit: 35 Years as on 19-06-2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 25,000/- + HRA
Project Associate PAT-I (Code 8013 - Himalayan Bio-resources MBA MLP002619)
- No. of Vacancies: 01
- Qualification: MBA/M.Sc. Agriculture Economics from a recognized University. Desirable: Work experience in Management/Survey/Data analysis.
- Age Limit: 35 Years as on 19-06-2026
- Pay Scale: Rs. 25,000/- + HRA

Selection Procedure

The detailed selection procedure has been mentioned in the official notification of CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026. But we are giving you here the short summary of the selection procedure. The candidates are advised to refer to official notification for selection procedure.

Selection Procedure:

Walk-in-Interview will be conducted at CSIR-IHBT, Palampur (H.P.) on the respective dates mentioned for each position code.
The Selection Committee(s) may adopt the selection criterion at its own discretion, i.e., either by conducting a direct interview or an objective test (based on Multiple Choice Questions) followed by an interview on the same day.
Candidates reporting after 10:00 AM will not be allowed to appear for the interview.
Number of selected candidates may vary from the advertised positions depending upon the performance of candidates during the selection process.
Result awaited candidates are not eligible for the interview.

Application Fees

Here is the complete information about CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026 application fee. We advise the candidates that read the rules, methods and guidelines in the official notification before any payment of the application fee.

Category	Application Fee
Fee	Nil

Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of all important dates related to this recruitment to avoid missing any deadline. The schedule mentioned below is based on official information and may be updated from time to time.

Event	Date
Walk-in-Interview (Position Code 8001, 8002, 8003 - 15 Jun)	15/06/2026
Walk-in-Interview (Position Code 8004, 8005 - 16 Jun)	16/06/2026
Walk-in-Interview (Position Code 8006, 8007, 8008, 8009 - 17 Jun)	17/06/2026
Walk-in-Interview (Position Code 8010, 8011 - 18 Jun)	18/06/2026
Walk-in-Interview (Position Code 8012, 8013 - 19 Jun)	19/06/2026

How to Apply

Here is the complete procedure to apply for CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026. The candidates should read the complete procedure to apply in the official notification from the links given below.

The application procedure for is not fully online. Candidates are advised to follow the detailed instructions given below.

Eligible candidates may appear for Walk-in-Interview on the date, time and place mentioned in the advertisement.
Candidates must bring an application on prescribed format (available on CSIR-IHBT website www.ihbt.res.in) with latest colored passport size photo affixed on it.
Candidates must bring self-attested photocopies of testimonials of age, educational qualifications, experience etc. at the time of interview.
Candidates must also bring original certificates at the time of appearing for the interview, failing which they will not be allowed to appear.
If any candidate wants to apply for more than one position code, they will have to submit separate application form for each position code.
No Travelling Allowance will be paid for attending the interview.
Candidates reporting after 10:00 AM will not be allowed to appear for interview.
For any query related to this advertisement, contact exclusively at email: [email protected]

Important Links

You can find here all important links to apply for CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026. We advise the candidates that you must read the official notification before filing the application form for Project Associate (PAT), Research Associate, SRF, Project Scientist vacancies.

Description	Link
Download Official Notification	Click Here
Official Website CSIR-IHBT	Click Here
Join Telegram (GovtJobGuru) for Latest Updates	Click Here

Other Important Information

Purely Temporary Positions: All positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the duration of the project or 06 years, whichever is earlier. There will be no right (implicit or explicit) for regular position or any post in CSIR-IHBT, Palampur.
Age Relaxation: SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates get 05 years relaxation; OBC candidates get 03 years relaxation as per Govt. of India instructions.
Multiple Applications: Candidates wishing to apply for more than one position code must submit separate application forms for each position code.
Documents Required: Candidates must bring original certificates and self-attested photocopies of all essential certificates at the time of interview. Applications without self-attested copies will not be accepted.
No TA/DA: No Travelling Allowance will be paid for attending the interview.
Performance Review: The performance of Project Staff will be reviewed after every six months; those not found up to the mark may be terminated.
Online Interview: Request for online interview will not be entertained under any circumstances.
Final Authority: The decision of the Director, CSIR-IHBT, Palampur shall be final on any matter relating to engagement of the above-mentioned positions.
Advertisement No.: 08/2026
Contact for Queries: [email protected]
In case of dispute: The English version of the advertisement will prevail.

Frequently Asked Questions

The following questions are related to CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026 that have been answered to help candidates clear their doubts quickly before applying.

Q1. What is CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026 notification for?
CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026 notification is for the recruitment of Project Associate (PAT), Research Associate, SRF, Project Scientist posts. There are total 23 vacancies available as per the notification.

Q2. Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment?
Anyone is eligible who has completed Master's Degree / Ph.D. in relevant Science/Technology disciplines from a recognized University and fulfills the other requirements stated in the official notification.

Q3. What is the application procedure?
The application process for this recruitment is Walk-in Interview.

Q4. Where can candidates find official updates?
Candidates are advised to check the official website and the Important Links section above for official updates and notifications. The official website of CSIR-IHBT is https://www.ihbt.res.in .

Q5. Is reading the official notification required?
Yes, it is necessary to read the official notification to understand the details, terms and conditions, and instructions before applying.

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