CSIR-IHBT Recruitment 2026: 14 Vacancies for Project Assistant-I and other posts, Interview on 21 Aug
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The last date for this recruitment has passed. Check the official website for any extension or new notice.
There are 14 openings for Project Assistant-I and other posts with CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (CSIR-IHBT). The walk-in interview is on 21 August 2026.
We have kept the details short and in tables. Read the official notification before you apply, because only that document counts.
CSIR-IHBT – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | 1 | ₹18,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Senior-PAT (Chemistry) | 1 | ₹42,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Chemistry) | 1 | ₹25,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Scientist-I (Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Biochemistry) | 1 | ₹56,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-II (Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Biochemistry) | 1 | ₹28,000 to ₹35,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | 1 | ₹18,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Senior-PAT (Biotechnology, Microbiology) | 1 | ₹42,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Scientist-I (Plant Virology) | 1 | ₹56,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Principal-PAT (Plant Virology) | No Details | ₹49,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Senior-PAT (Plant Virology) | No Details | ₹42,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-II (Microbiology, Biotechnology) | 1 | ₹28,000 to ₹35,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Agriculture, Forestry, Botany) | 1 | ₹25,000 to ₹31,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Botany, Forestry, Environmental Sciences) | 1 | ₹25,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Assistant-II (Biology) | 1 | ₹20,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Botany, Environmental Sciences) | 1 | ₹25,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Statistics, Agriculture) | 1 | ₹25,000 | Himachal Pradesh |
| No Details | As per rules | Himachal Pradesh | |
| Total Vacancies: | 14 |
CSIR-IHBT Recruitment – Eligibility
Each post asks for its own qualification. The table lists what CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (CSIR-IHBT) wants for every post, so match your certificates against it before you apply.
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Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | SSC/10th plus ITI; Desirable: Experience in conducting field trial and data management |
| Senior-PAT (Chemistry) | M.Sc. Chemistry, M.Pharma. in Chemistry with 3 years R&D experience OR Doctoral Degree in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, Pharmacy with 2 years R&D experience; Desirable: Research experience in natural product chemistry or natural colors, dyes |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Chemistry) | M.Sc. Chemistry, M.Pharm. in Chemistry from recognized University; Desirable: Research experience in Natural Product Chemistry, Natural Pigments |
| Project Scientist-I (Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Biochemistry) | Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Biochemistry OR Master’s, Integrated Master’s in Engineering or Technology with 4 years R&D experience; Desirable: Experience with Arabidopsis, genetic screening, Agrobacterium mediated transformation, cloning, molecular biology techniques |
| Project Associate PAT-II (Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Biochemistry) | M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Biochemistry with 2 years research experience; Desirable: Experience in molecular biology tools, gene cloning, genetic transformations, protein expression |
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | SSC/10th plus ITI; Desirable: Experience in conducting field trial and data management |
| Senior-PAT (Biotechnology, Microbiology) | M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Microbiology with 3 years R&D experience OR Doctoral Degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology with 2 years R&D experience; Desirable: Experience in preparation of consortium and field trials in bioremediation of soil |
| Project Scientist-I (Plant Virology) | Doctoral Degree in Science OR Master’s in Engineering, Technology; Desirable: Knowledge in plant virology, insect transmission of plant viruses, protein-protein interaction, proteome characterization |
| Principal-PAT (Plant Virology) | Masters, Integrated Masters in natural, Agricultural, Pharmaceutical Sciences, MVSc, Animal Sciences OR Bachelor’s in Engineering, Technology, Medicine with 6 years R&D experience OR Doctoral Degree with 3 years R&D experience; Desirable: Knowledge in plant virology, insect transmission of plant viruses, protein-protein interaction, proteome characterization |
| Senior-PAT (Plant Virology) | Masters in Natural, Agricultural, Pharmaceutical Sciences OR Bachelor’s in Engineering, Technology, Medicine with 3 years R&D experience OR Doctoral Degree with 2 years R&D experience; Desirable: Knowledge in plant virology, insect transmission of plant viruses, protein-protein interaction, proteome characterization |
| Project Associate PAT-II (Microbiology, Biotechnology) | M.Sc. in Microbiology, Biotechnology with 2 years experience; Desirable: Work experience in composting and waste management |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Agriculture, Forestry, Botany) | M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy, Soil Science, Agriculture Extension, Organic Agriculture), M.Sc. Forestry (Medicinal and Aromatic Plant), M.Sc. Botany; Desirable: Experience in field trials, plant data observation, Medicinal and Aromatic Crops, research publications |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Botany, Forestry, Environmental Sciences) | M.Sc. in Botany, Forestry, Environmental Sciences; Desirable: Experience of conducting field survey in the Himalaya |
| Project Assistant-II (Biology) | B.Sc. Biology; Desirable: Experience of conducting field survey in the Himalaya |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Botany, Environmental Sciences) | M.Sc. in Botany, Environmental Sciences; Desirable: Knowledge of population genetics |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Statistics, Agriculture) | M.Sc. in Statistics, Agri-economics, Agriculture Extension, Agribusiness Management; Desirable: Working knowledge of statistical modelling |
| No Details |
You also need to be within the age limit. Reserved categories usually get relaxation under government rules, and the notice says on which date age is counted.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | Max 35 years |
| Senior-PAT (Chemistry) | Max 40 years |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Chemistry) | Max 35 years |
| Project Scientist-I (Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Biochemistry) | Max 35 years |
| Project Associate PAT-II (Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Biochemistry) | Max 35 years |
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | Max 35 years |
| Senior-PAT (Biotechnology, Microbiology) | Max 40 years |
| Project Scientist-I (Plant Virology) | Max 35 years |
| Principal-PAT (Plant Virology) | Max 40 years |
| Senior-PAT (Plant Virology) | Max 40 years |
| Project Associate PAT-II (Microbiology, Biotechnology) | Max 35 years |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Agriculture, Forestry, Botany) | Max 35 years |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Botany, Forestry, Environmental Sciences) | Max 35 years |
| Project Assistant-II (Biology) | Max 35 years |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Botany, Environmental Sciences) | Max 35 years |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Statistics, Agriculture) | Max 35 years |
| See the notification |
Check the official notice for the application fee and the payment method. Some notices charge no fee.
Candidates will be chosen through walk-in Interview, 18 August 2026 to 21 August 2026. Keep your original documents ready for verification.
How to Apply for CSIR-IHBT Recruitment
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Walk-in interview |
There is no online form. Go to the venue given in the notice on 21 August 2026, on time, with your original certificates, a set of photocopies, photographs and an identity card.
Important Links
| Official notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Application form | Click Here |
| Official website | Click Here |
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We write these details from the official notice. Mistakes can happen and dates can change, so check the official notification before you apply or pay any fee. This is not a government website.