CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026

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CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 28 Technician (1) Posts

CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysuru, a premier constituent laboratory under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), has released an official recruitment notification (Advt. No. Rec.02/2026) for 28 vacancies for the post of Technician (1) across 13 distinct trades. Eligible ITI and trade-qualified candidates can b apply online through the official portal from 19 October 2026 (10:00 AM) to 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM).
A complete breakdown of vacancies, trade-wise eligibility, age limit, exam pattern, application fee, and direct links are provided below.

CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026: Overview

Attribute Details
Recruiting Organization CSIR – Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI)
Advertisement Number Rec.02/2026
Post Name Technician (1)
Total Vacancies 28 Posts (UR: 9, OBC: 9, EWS: 5, SC: 4, ST: 1)
Pay Scale Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200)
Approximate Monthly Salary ₹37,260/- per month (including HRA & allowances)
Job Location Mysuru (Karnataka) / Liable to serve anywhere in India
Application Mode Online + Hard Copy Submission
Official Website cftri.res.in / recruitment.cftri.res.in

Important Dates & Application Fee

Important Dates:

  • Online Application Start Date: 19 October 2026 (from 10:00 AM)
  • Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee: 18 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
  • Last Date for Receipt of Physical Hard Copy: 26 November 2026
  • Trade Test / Written Exam Date: To be announced on the official website

Application Fee:

  • General / OBC / EWS Male Candidates: ₹500/-
  • SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Ex-Servicemen Candidates: Nil (Exempted)
  • Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking, UPI, Debit Card, or Credit Card via the recruitment portal)

Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit (as on 18/11/2026)

Educational Qualification & Trade Requirements:

Candidates must have passed SSC / 10th Standard with Science subjects and a minimum of 55% marks, along with any one of the following qualifications in the relevant trade:
  1. Trade Certificate Route: National Trade Certificate (NTC) / ITI Certificate issued by NCVT/SCVT in the relevant trade.
  2. Apprenticeship Route: National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) or 2 years full-time experience as an apprentice trainee from a recognized institution.
  3. Experience Route: Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience in the trade in a Ministry, Department, Organization, PSU, or Autonomous Body under the Government of India, State, or UT.

Trade-wise Vacancies:

  • Fitter (6 Posts)
  • Electronics Mechanic (7 Posts)
  • Instrument Mechanic (1 Post)
  • Laboratory Assistant – Chemical Plant (2 Posts)
  • Computer Operator and Programming Assistant – COPA (2 Posts)
  • ICT System Maintenance (1 Post)
  • Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician (2 Posts)
  • Electrician (2 Posts)
  • Plumber (1 Post)
  • Sheet Metal Worker (1 Post)
  • Turner (1 Post)
  • Welder (1 Post)

Age Limit (as on 18 November 2026):

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years
  • Maximum Age: 28 Years
  • Age Relaxation:
    • SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years upper age relaxation (up to 33 years)
    • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) Candidates: 3 Years upper age relaxation (up to 31 years)
    • PwBD Candidates: 10 Years relaxation (13 years for OBC, 15 years for SC/ST)
    • Ex-Servicemen / Government Employees: As per Government of India rules

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection methodology consists of two stages:
  1. Trade Test (Qualifying Nature): Candidates shortlisted by the screening committee must appear in a hands-on practical trade test. Only candidates who qualify the trade test are evaluated in the written examination.
  2. Written Examination (CBT / OMR Based): Comprises three objective papers:
    • Paper-I (Mental Ability Test): 50 Questions (100 Marks), Duration: 1 hour. No negative marking.
    • Paper-II (General Awareness & English Language): 25 Questions General Awareness + 25 Questions English (150 Marks total), Duration: 30 minutes. Negative marking: 1 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
    • Paper-III (Concerned Trade Subject): 50 Questions (150 Marks), Duration: 1 hour. Negative marking: 1 mark deducted for each wrong answer.
  3. Final Merit List: Strictly determined by the combined marks obtained in Paper-II and Paper-III.

Step-by-Step: How to Apply Online

Applicants must complete both the online registration and the physical dispatch of the hard copy:
  1. Step 1: Visit the official portal at recruitment.cftri.res.in or click the direct application link below.
  2. Step 2: Click on “Apply Online” for Advt. No. Rec.02/2026 and register using your valid email address and mobile number.
  3. Step 3: Log in, fill in your personal, educational, category, and trade details across all required sections.
  4. Step 4: Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photo, signature, 10th marksheet, and ITI certificate.
  5. Step 5: Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₹500/- (if applicable) and submit the online application before 18 November 2026.
  6. Step 6 (Mandatory): Download and print the submitted application form. Sign the printed copy, attach self-attested photocopies of all supporting certificates/marksheets, and send it by Registered/Speed Post to the CSIR-CFTRI Mysuru address so that it reaches on or before 26 November 2026.
Hassle-Free Form Filling Service: If you want your application form submitted accurately without any errors from the comfort of your home, contact our support team on WhatsApp at 85590-21101 or access the direct service link below.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply online for CSIR CFTRI Technician 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application form is 18 November 2026 (up to 11:59 PM).
Q2: Is submitting the physical hard copy compulsory?
Ans: Yes, candidates must b dispatch the signed printout of the online application form along with self-attested documents to CSIR-CFTRI, Mysuru, ensuring it reaches by 26 November 2026.
Q3: Can candidates from states outside Karnataka apply for these posts?
Ans: Yes, all Indian citizens who meet the educational qualification and age requirements are eligible to b apply for these central government vacancies.

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