Latest Jobs
CSIR-NBRI Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 35 Young Professional, Research Associate and More Posts
Official Source
Quick answer
CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute has released the CSIR-NBRI Recruitment 2026 notification for 35 posts. Apply only through the official website (nbri.res.in).
Get updates like this first, free:Join on WhatsApp Join on Telegram
Important details
| Name of post | CSIR-NBRI Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 35 Young Professional, Research Associate and More Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute |
| Advertisement no. | 11/Project/2026 |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 35 posts |
| Pay / salary | Research Associate gets Rs. 67000/-PM + HRA (Ph.D holder) or Rs. 61000/-PM + HRA (Master degree holders); SRF gets Rs. 37,000/- PM + HRA for the 1st and 2nd year and Rs. 42,000/-PM + HRA for the 3rd year; Young Professional II gets Rs. 42,000/-PM (Fixed) and Young Professional I Rs. 30,000/-PM (Fixed). |
| Posted on | 03 Nov 2026 |
| Last updated | 03 Nov 2026 |
Read from the official notice. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility on the official website.
Age Limit
- The notice does not print a cut-off date for counting age.
- SC / ST / PwBD / Women : 05 years
- OBC : 03 years
- Research Associate: maximum 40 years; Senior Research Fellow: maximum 35 years; Young Professional II and I: minimum 21 years and maximum 45 years. SC/ST/PwBD/Women get 05 years and OBC 03 years relaxation.
Total Post
35 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Research Associate (RA) | 8 | Rs. 67000/-PM + HRA (Ph.D holder) OR Rs. 61000/-PM + HRA (Master degree holders) |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 10 | Rs. 37,000/- PM + HRA for 1st and 2nd Year; Rs. 42,000/-PM + HRA for 3rd year |
| Young Professional II | 11 | Rs. 42,000/-PM (Fixed) |
| Young Professional I | 6 | Rs. 30,000/-PM (Fixed) |
| Total | 35 | See the official notice |
| Total | 35 |
Salary / Pay Scale
- Research Associate gets Rs. 67000/-PM + HRA (Ph.D holder) or Rs. 61000/-PM + HRA (Master degree holders)
- SRF gets Rs. 37,000/- PM + HRA for the 1st and 2nd year and Rs. 42,000/-PM + HRA for the 3rd year
- Young Professional II gets Rs. 42,000/-PM (Fixed) and Young Professional I Rs. 30,000/-PM (Fixed).
CSIR-NBRI Recruitment 2026 Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Date | 16.11.2026 – Research Associate (RA) and Senior Research Fellow (SRF); 17.11.2026 – Young Professional II and Young Professional I |
| Interview Time | 11:00 AM; candidates are requested to be present one hour before for document verification |
| Venue | K. N. Kaul Block, CSIR-NBRI, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow |
| Advertisement No. | 11/Project/2026 |
| Posts | Research Associate (RA), Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Young Professional II, Young Professional I |
| Vacancies | 35 (8 + 10 + 11 + 6) |
| Pay | Rs. 30,000/-PM (Fixed) to Rs. 67000/-PM + HRA, varies by post |
| Age Limit | Varies by post |
| Project | Mission for Cotton Productivity (Kapas Kanti) GAP-3554 |
| Who Can Attend | Candidates who strictly fulfil the eligibility criteria and hold the degree/mark sheet in the stated subjects |
- The official notification does not specify the application fee.
- Have a Question About This Job?
- Ask doubts, report errors and get helpful replies.
About CSIR-NBRI
- CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI), Lucknow, is a constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR). The institute undertakes basic and applied research in important areas of plant sciences. These positions are in the area of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology under the sponsored project Mission for Cotton Productivity (Kapas Kanti) GAP-3554.
Posts and Eligibility
| Post | Vacancies | Age | Pay (Stipend) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Associate (RA) | 08 | Maximum: 40 years | Rs. 67000/-PM + HRA (Ph.D holder) OR Rs. 61000/-PM + HRA (Master degree holders) |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 10 | Maximum: 35 years | Rs. 37,000/- PM + HRA for 1st and 2nd Year; Rs. 42,000/-PM + HRA for 3rd year |
| Young Professional II | 11 | Minimum 21 years – Maximum 45 years | Rs. 42,000/-PM (Fixed) |
| Young Professional I | 06 | Minimum 21 years – Maximum 45 years | Rs. 30,000/-PM (Fixed) |
| Total | 35 |
- The notice states that the number of positions may vary at the time of selection.
Research Associate (RA) – Essential qualification
- Doctoral Degree in Life Sciences / Botany / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Bioinformatics.
- OR M.Sc. in Botany / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Life Sciences / Bioinformatics, along with qualifying NET and at least 03 years R&D experience in relevant area and one research paper in Science Citation Index SCI or NAAS rated (≥4.0) Journal.
- Desirable: Experience in advance molecular biology / Genomics / Proteomics / Bioinformatics / Genetic transformation / Genome editing / Cotton fiber biology.
Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
- Essential qualification: M.Sc. (Ag.) / M.Sc. in Botany / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Life Sciences along with qualifying NET and with 02 Years R&D experience in relevant area.
- Desirable: Experience in advance molecular biology / Genomics / Proteomics / Bioinformatics / Genetic transformation / Genome editing / Cotton fiber biology.
Young Professional II
- Essential qualification: M.Sc. in Botany / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Life Sciences from a recognized University.
- Desirable: Experience in advance molecular biology / Genomics / Proteomics / Bioinformatics / Genetic transformation / Genome editing / Cotton fiber biology.
Young Professional I
- Essential qualification: Graduate in Science / Computer / Management / BA with laboratory experience or Diploma holder in relevant Agricultural Sciences / engineering / Technology / Computer / Management / any discipline from a recognized University.
- Desirable: Experience of routine molecular biology lab work such as media preparation / autoclaving lab management / scientific administrative work.
Pay and HRA
- HRA will be admissible as per sanction in the projects. In the post table, HRA is shown with the pay of Research Associate and Senior Research Fellow, while the pay of Young Professional II and Young Professional I is marked "(Fixed)". No TA/DA will be admissible.
Other Eligibility Rules
- The period of experience in a discipline or area of work, wherever prescribed, is counted after the date of acquiring the minimum prescribed educational qualification for that grade.
- Candidates from universities or institutes awarding CGPA/SGPA/OGPA grades are requested to convert them into percentage using the formula of their university or institute.
- Tentative mark sheets/certificates and "result awaited" will not be considered.
- Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.
- Preparing for Govt Exams? Test Yourself!
- 25 Questions · 20 Minutes · Instant Score
- Today's Free
What to Bring
- One latest photograph
- Original documents
- Self-attested copies of certificates of examinations passed (starting from matriculation)
- Certificate indicating date of birth
- Experience certificate, etc.
- The application form will be provided at the venue on the date of the walk-in interview; candidates may also download it in advance from www.nbri.res.in. At the time of interview, candidates should bring:
What Happens on the Day
- Screening test: if a large number of candidates turn up, a screening test of multiple-choice objective questions may be held to shortlist candidates for the interview.
- Interview: the shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the Selection Committee. Candidates have the option to interact in Hindi or English before the committee.
- Panel: based on performance in the interview, a panel of recommended candidates will be formed. The panel will be used as and when the requirement arises in the projects in the relevant field or area.
- All eligible candidates are requested to be at the venue one hour before the scheduled 11:00 AM start for document verification. Selection is through interview, in this order:
- If many candidates turn up, interviews may continue till late in the evening or into the next day, so candidates are requested to plan their travel accordingly.
Terms of Appointment
- The positions are purely temporary and are under a sponsored project tenable at CSIR-NBRI.
- The appointment will be co-terminus with the project, subject to satisfactory progress, receipt of funds from CSIR and other extant rules, conditions and instructions issued by CSIR/GoI/Other Authorities from time to time.
- The total tenure of project staff in CSIR projects should not exceed 06 years.
- Project personnel may continue beyond 6 years only in contract/consultancy/sponsored projects funded by PSUs, Industries, Start-ups and Individual entrepreneurs that are of 12 months or less duration; even then, total engagement across projects and CSIR laboratories shall not exceed 07 years.
Important Instructions
- Only candidates who strictly fulfil the eligibility criteria and possess the degree/mark sheet in the stated subjects should turn up for the walk-in interview.
- Canvassing in any form or bringing any political or other influence will be treated as disqualification.
- If a candidate is found ineligible at any time, even after engagement, the engagement is liable to termination forthwith.
- Director, CSIR-NBRI reserves the right to cancel or modify the vacancy, recruitment or selection process, if the need arises, without further notice or reason.
- No interim queries will be entertained.
- If the English and Hindi versions of the advertisement differ, the English version prevails.
More Details
- Age Relaxation
How to Apply Online
- Open the official notice using the link in Important Links and read it fully.
- Check eligibility: qualification, age limit (and relaxation), and the last date.
- Register on the official website of CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute and fill the form carefully.
- Upload your photo and signature in the size asked (our Image Resizer can reduce them to the right KB).
- Pay the fee if one applies, submit, and keep a printout of the final form.
Important Links
| CSIR-NBRI Application Form | Click Here nbri.res.in |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF (Advt. No. 11/Project/2026) | Download nbri.res.in |
| CSIR-NBRI Official Website | Click Here nbri.res.in |
| CSIR-NBRI Official Website (www.nbri.res.in) | Click Here nbri.res.in |
| Link | Details |
| CSIR-NBRI Application Form | Can be downloaded in advance; also provided at the venue |
| Official Notification PDF (Advt. No. 11/Project/2026) | Full advertisement |
Photo or signature too big for the form? Reduce it to the exact KB in seconds. Open Image Resizer
Frequently asked questions
How many vacancies are there in CSIR-NBRI Recruitment 2026?
There are 35 posts in total.
What is the age limit for CSIR-NBRI Recruitment 2026?
The notice does not print a cut-off date for counting age; SC / ST / PwBD / Women : 05 years; OBC : 03 years; Research Associate: maximum 40 years; Senior Research Fellow: maximum 35 years; Young Professional II and I: minimum 21 years and maximum 45 years. SC/ST/PwBD/Women get 05 years and OBC 03 years relaxation.
What qualification is needed for CSIR-NBRI Recruitment 2026?
The notice states that the number of positions may vary at the time of selection. | Doctoral Degree in Life Sciences / Botany / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Microbiology / Bioinformatics. | OR M.Sc. in Botany / Biotechnology / Microbiology / Biochemistry / Life Sciences / Bioinformatics, along with qualifying NET and at least 03 years R&D experience in relevant area and one research paper in Sci…
What is the official website for CSIR-NBRI Recruitment 2026?
The official website is http://www.nbri.res.in/.