Bhai, ye job kaisi hai? If you’ve been dreaming of a stable career in government biotech, then listen up! CSIR-CIMAP in Lucknow has just rolled out a fantastic opportunity with over 27 vacancies across various life science roles. This isn’t your typical online application; it’s a direct walk-in interview for positions like Project Associate, Senior Project Associate, and even Research Associate. It’s a golden chance to join a premier research institute and kickstart your career. Don’t miss out on these promising govt biotech jobs!
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | Refer to Official Notification |
| Online Application Starts | Walk-in Interview Begins: 17 August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Walk-in Interview Ends: 19 August 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | N/A (Walk-in Interview) |
| Exam Date | To be announced (if written test conducted) |
| Result Declaration | N/A (Immediate selection after interview) |
Vacancy Details & Overview
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Department |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate | Multiple | CSIR-CIMAP |
| Project Associate-I | Multiple | CSIR-CIMAP |
| Project Associate-II | Multiple | CSIR-CIMAP |
| Research Associate-I | Multiple | CSIR-CIMAP |
| Project Assistant-II | Multiple | CSIR-CIMAP |
| Project Technical Support-III | Multiple | CSIR-CIMAP |
| Young Professional-II | Multiple | CSIR-CIMAP |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Senior Project Associate: M.Sc./PhD in Botany, Biotechnology, Life Sciences.
- Project Associate-I (Bioinformatics/AI): M.Sc. in Data Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences.
- Project Associate-I (Biotech/Bioinformatics): M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Agri Biotechnology, M.Tech Biotechnology.
- Project Associate-I: M.Sc. in Botany, Biotechnology, Plant Science, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Zoology, Microbiology, Agriculture (Agronomy/Soil Science), Agriculture Science, Plant Breeding, Genetics & Plant Breeding, Plant Sciences.
- Project Associate-II: M.Sc. in Botany, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Plant Sciences, Zoology, M.Tech Biotechnology.
- Research Associate-I: PhD in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences.
- Project Assistant-II: B.Sc. in Agricultural Science.
- Project Technical Support-III: M.Sc. in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Zoology, Microbiology.
- Young Professional-II: M.Sc. in Genetics & Plant Breeding, Seed Science, Agriculture, Horticulture, Botany.
Age Limit & Relaxation
Minimum age: Not specified | Maximum age: Not specified (as on cutoff date).
Candidates are advised to refer to the detailed official notification for exact age criteria.
- OBC: As per Govt. of India rules
- SC/ST: As per Govt. of India rules
- PwD: As per Govt. of India rules
(Please refer to the official notification for precise age relaxations.)
Work Experience & Certifications
Project Associate-II: 2 Years Experience required (in relevant M.Sc. fields like Botany, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Bioinformatics, Plant Sciences, Zoology, M.Tech Biotechnology). For all other Project Associate-I, Senior Project Associate, Research Associate-I, Project Assistant-II, Project Technical Support-III, and Young Professional-II posts, freshers meeting the educational criteria are welcome to apply, unless specific project requirements state otherwise in the detailed notification.
Salary Structure & CTC
| Post Name | Pay Scale (Per Month) | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Associate | ₹42,000 + HRA | Not specified |
| Project Associate-I (NET/GATE) | ₹31,000 + HRA | Not specified |
| Project Associate-I (Non-NET/GATE) | ₹25,000 + HRA | Not specified |
| Project Associate-II (with 2 years exp) | ₹35,000 + HRA | Not specified |
| Project Associate-II (Microbiology/Biotech etc. with 2 years exp) | ₹28,000 + HRA | Not specified |
| Research Associate-I | ₹58,000 + HRA | Not specified |
| Project Assistant-II | ₹20,000 + HRA | Not specified |
| Project Technical Support-III | ₹28,000 + HRA | Not specified |
| Young Professional-II | ₹42,000 Fixed | Not specified |
Selection Process
- Step 1 — Walk-in Interview: Candidates will be assessed based on their performance.
- Step 2 — Written Test: A written test may be conducted if the number of candidates appearing for the interview is high.
- Step 3 — Document Verification: Thorough verification of original educational and experience certificates.
- Step 4 — Final Merit List & Document Verification: Preparation of the final merit list based on performance and successful document verification.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website (link below) to download and read the detailed notification carefully for all specific requirements and instructions.
- Prepare all original educational certificates, mark sheets, experience certificates (if any), caste certificates (if applicable), and other required documents.
- Arrange one complete set of self-attested photocopies of all your essential documents.
- Carry one recent passport-sized photograph with you.
- Attend the walk-in interview on the specified dates (17th, 18th, or 19th August 2026 as per your post) and reporting time (09:30 AM to 11:30 AM) at the venue: Sugandh Sandesh Auditorium, CSIR-CIMAP, Lucknow.
- Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before attending the interview to avoid any last-minute hassle.
Important Links
| Document | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Online Application Form | N/A (Walk-in Interview) |
| Official Website | Visit Here |
Closing Note
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