- CSIR-NBRI is a constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), undertaking basic and applied research in plant sciences.
- Positions are purely temporary and project-based under sponsored projects.
- Walk-in interviews scheduled for different areas on specific dates in September 2026.
- No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the interview.
CSI
🎓 Bachelor's Degree
🎓 B.Sc.
🎓 B.Tech
🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 M.Sc.
🎓 M.Tech
🎓 Ph.D.
Various Temporary Project Positions under Sponsored Projects at CSIR-NBRI
CSIR- National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI)
Total Vacancies
18
Job Location
CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | CSIR- National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) (CSIR-NBRI) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), B.Sc. (bsc), B.Tech (b.tech), Master's Degree (masters-degree), M.Sc. (m.sc.), M.Tech (mtech), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 18 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹20,000 - ₹67,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 45 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Project Associate-II (PAT-II): Minimum 2 years of research experience. - Senior-PAT: Minimum 3 years of research experience. - Project Scientist-II: Minimum 5 years of research experience. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- For Project Associate-I (PAT-I): M.Sc. in relevant subjects (Chemistry/Biotechnology/Botany/Biochemistry/Life Sciences) or B.Tech in Biotechnology from a recognized university.
- For Project Associate-II (PAT-II): M.Sc. in relevant subjects with 2 years of research experience or M.Tech/Integrated M.Tech in Biotechnology/Bioinformatics.
- For Senior-PAT: M.Sc. with 3 years of research experience or Ph.D. in relevant subjects.
- For Project Scientist-II: Doctoral degree or Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering/Technology with 5 years of research experience.
- For Young Professional (YP): M.Sc. in relevant subjects with experience in specific areas (e.g., nanoparticle fabrication, plant tissue culture).
- Age limit: Up to 35 years for most positions (relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD and 3 years for OBC).
- Preference given to candidates with CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET/GATE qualification or equivalent national-level examinations.
- For Project Associate-II (PAT-II): M.Sc. in relevant subjects with 2 years of research experience or M.Tech/Integrated M.Tech in Biotechnology/Bioinformatics.
- For Senior-PAT: M.Sc. with 3 years of research experience or Ph.D. in relevant subjects.
- For Project Scientist-II: Doctoral degree or Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering/Technology with 5 years of research experience.
- For Young Professional (YP): M.Sc. in relevant subjects with experience in specific areas (e.g., nanoparticle fabrication, plant tissue culture).
- Age limit: Up to 35 years for most positions (relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD and 3 years for OBC).
- Preference given to candidates with CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET/GATE qualification or equivalent national-level examinations.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be through walk-in interviews conducted by a Selection Committee.
- If a large number of candidates appear, a screening test with multiple-choice questions may be conducted for shortlisting.
- Final selection based on interview performance and panel recommendations.
- Selected candidates may be utilized for future project requirements in the relevant field.
- If a large number of candidates appear, a screening test with multiple-choice questions may be conducted for shortlisting.
- Final selection based on interview performance and panel recommendations.
- Selected candidates may be utilized for future project requirements in the relevant field.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (with age relaxation for SC/ST/PwBD/OBC as per government norms)
📂 Required Documents
- One latest passport-sized photograph.
- Original documents along with self-attested copies of certificates (from matriculation onwards).
- Certificate of date of birth.
- Experience certificate(s).
- Tentative mark sheets or 'result awaited' certificates will not be considered.
- Original documents along with self-attested copies of certificates (from matriculation onwards).
- Certificate of date of birth.
- Experience certificate(s).
- Tentative mark sheets or 'result awaited' certificates will not be considered.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the advertisement number for this CSIR-NBRI recruitment?
The advertisement number is 08/Project/2026 as mentioned in the official notification.
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the 'Genome Editing for Crop Improvement' project?
There are a total of 5 vacancies for the 'Genome Editing for Crop Improvement' project (2 for Project Associate-II, 2 for Senior-PAT, and 1 for Project Scientist-II).
Q.
What is the stipend for Project Associate-I (PAT-I) with CSIR-UGC NET qualification?
The stipend for Project Associate-I (PAT-I) with CSIR-UGC NET qualification is Rs. 31,000 + HRA per month.
Q.
What is the age relaxation for SC/ST candidates in this recruitment?
The age relaxation for SC/ST candidates is 5 years as per the notification.
Q.
Where will the walk-in interviews for Area-III (Plant Ecology & Environmental Technologies) be held?
The walk-in interview for Area-III will be held at K. N. Kaul Block, CSIR-NBRI, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow, on 10-09-2026 at 11:00 AM.