CSIR IHBT
CSIR IHBT Project Assistant I, Project Associate and More – 44 Posts Recruitment 2026
Introduction
CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (CSIR-IHBT), Palampur has announced walk-in interviews for the recruitment of 44 temporary positions including Senior PAT, Project Associate PAT-I, Project Associate PAT-II, and Project Assistant-I (PA-I) under various projects. Eligible candidates may appear for walk-in interviews starting from 16 October 2026 at CSIR-IHBT, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh. The application form is available on the official website www.ihbt.res.in. Official source: CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology, Palampur, Advertisement No. 17/2026.
Recruitment Overview
| Organization | CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (CSIR-IHBT) |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | 17/2026 |
| Posts | Senior PAT, Project Associate PAT-I, Project Associate PAT-II, Project Assistant-I |
| Total vacancies | 44 (30 position codes) |
| Nature of engagement | Purely temporary, co-terminus with the project |
| Mode of selection | Walk-in interview |
| Interview dates | 16, 19, 21, 22, 23, 26 and 27 October 2026 |
| Reporting time | 09:30 AM (no entry after 10:00 AM) |
| Venue | CSIR-IHBT, Palampur (H.P.) |
| Job location | Palampur, Himachal Pradesh |
| Official website | www.ihbt.res.in |
| Query email | [email protected] |
| CSIR IHBT Project Associate Vacancy 2026 | The 44 posts break down as follows: |
| Post | Vacancies |
| Senior PAT | 3 |
| Project Associate PAT-I | 38 |
| Project Associate PAT-II | 1 |
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | 2 |
| Total | 44 |
| The posts sit under these projects: | - Deciphering the Stress-induced and Chloroplast-triggered programmed cell death in Arabidopsis thaliana (GAP 0340) |
- Genome editing for crop improvement (GE-Crop) (MMP025301)
- CSIR Aroma 4.0: Driving Sustainable Rural Empowerment and Entrepreneurship through Aromatic Plants (MMP025304)
- Smart Village (MMP045201)
- Determinants of Attitudes Toward Novel Agrotechnologies (IHP002414)
The notification notes that the number of candidates finally selected may differ from the advertised number, depending on performance in the selection process.
Important Dates
| Last Date | 27 Oct 2026 |
|---|
Age Limit
| Post | |
|---|---|
| Maximum age | Senior PAT (17001, 17003, 17023) |
| 40 years | Project Associate PAT-I / PAT-II, Project Assistant-I |
| 35 years | 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC, or as per Government of India instructions issued from time to time. |
Vacancy & Eligibility
Eligibility depends on the position code. The notification lists one or more essential qualifications for each code, plus desirable experience that is preferred but not the stated minimum. Candidates whose results are awaited are not eligible for the interview. Code Post Essential qualification (summary) 17001 Senior PAT M.Sc. Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Plant Sciences + 3 yrs R&D experience, OR Ph.D. in the same fields + 2 yrs 17002 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Botany/Biochemistry 17003 Senior PAT M.Sc. in the same fields as 17002 + 3 yrs R&D, OR Ph.D. + 2 yrs 17004 Project Associate PAT-I M.Pharm (Pharmacology) or M.Sc. Biochemistry 17005 Project Associate PAT-I B.Tech Food Science & Technology / M.Sc. Food Science & Technology / M.Tech Food Technology 17006 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy/Soil Science/Organic Agriculture/Extension Education/Vegetable Science), Botany, Horticulture (Medicinal & Aromatic Plants), Plant Physiology or Environmental Science 17007 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy/Soil Science/Organic Agriculture), Botany or Horticulture (Medicinal & Aromatic Plants) 17008 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Agriculture (Plant Breeding/Genetics & Plant Breeding/Seed Science & Technology), M.Sc. Genetics & Plant Breeding or M.Sc. Botany 17009 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy/Soil Science/Genetics & Plant Breeding/Agroforestry) or M.Sc. Botany 17010 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Agriculture (Plant Pathology) or M.Sc. Microbiology (or equivalent) 17011 Project Associate PAT-I B.E./B.Tech Agricultural/Automobile/Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics, or M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy/Soil Science) 17012 Project Associate PAT-I Same as 17008 17013 Project Assistant-I 10th plus ITI / SSC 17014 Project Associate PAT-II M.Sc. Life Sciences (Plant Sciences) + 2 yrs R&D experience 17015 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Molecular Biology/Biotechnology/Plant Breeding/Genomics/Botany/Seed Science Technology 17016 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy/Soil Science/Agroforestry), M.Sc. Horticulture (Medicinal & Aromatic Plants) or M.Sc. Botany 17017 Project Associate PAT-I Same as 17016 17018 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Floriculture/Biotechnology/Botany 17019 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy/Plant Physiology) or M.Sc. Botany 17020 Project Associate PAT-I Same as 17019 17021 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Zoology or Entomology 17022 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Life Sciences/Agriculture/Agriculture Extension/Statistics/Agribusiness Management 17023 Senior PAT M.Sc. Chemistry/M.Pharm + 3 yrs R&D, OR Ph.D. Chemical Sciences + 2 yrs 17024 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Chemistry / M.Pharm 17025 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Chemistry 17026 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Chemistry / M.Pharm 17027 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Chemistry 17028 Project Associate PAT-I M.Sc. Chemistry / M.Pharm / MS Pharma 17029 Project Assistant-I 10th plus ITI / SSC 17030 Project Associate PAT-I B.Tech Chemical Engineering, or M.Sc. Chemistry/Industrial Chemistry/Wood Science & Technology All degrees must be from a recognized university. Experience required for Senior PAT and PAT-II must be in R&D in industrial or academic institutions, or in science and technology organizations and scientific activities and services. Check the full desirable-experience column in the official PDF before attending.
Experience
The notification lists one or more essential qualifications for each code, plus desirable experience that is preferred but not the stated minimum
Salary / Pay Scale
Rs. 42,000
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The Selection Committee may select candidates either by a direct interview or by an objective test (multiple-choice questions) followed by an interview on the same day. The final decision rests with the Director, CSIR-IHBT. Request for online interview will not be entertained.
How to Apply
Check the position code that matches your qualification and age.
- Download the prescribed application form from www.ihbt.res.in.
- Fill it in and affix a recent coloured passport-size photograph, cross-signed.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of age, qualification and experience certificates.
- Apply separately for each position code if you want to apply for more than one.
- Reach CSIR-IHBT, Palampur by 09:30 AM on the interview date for your code, with the original certificates.
- No travelling allowance is paid.
CSIR IHBT Apply Online
There is no online application in this notification. Candidates apply offline by attending the walk-in interview with the filled form.
Terms of Engagement
- The engagement is temporary and co-terminus with the project tenure or 6 years, whichever is earlier.
- It gives no right or claim to a regular post at CSIR or CSIR-IHBT.
- Performance is reviewed every six months, and unsatisfactory staff may be terminated.
- Project end dates range from 31.03.2027 to 31.03.2029, depending on the project.
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FAQ
What is CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026?
CSIR-IHBT Palampur has issued Advertisement No. 17/2026 to recruit 44 temporary positions including Senior PAT, Project Associate, and Project Assistant under various research projects through walk-in interviews.
How many vacancies are available in CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026?
A total of 44 vacancies are advertised across various position codes.
What are the walk-in interview dates?
The walk-in interviews are scheduled from 16 October 2026 to 27 October 2026 depending on the respective position code.
What is the reporting time for the walk-in interview?
Candidates must report by 09.30 AM. Candidates reporting after 10.00 AM will not be allowed to appear for the interview.
What is the venue for the interview?
The interviews will be held at CSIR-IHBT, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh.
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Last date: 27 Oct
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