CSIR-CFTRI Jobs 2025 – Apply for 12th Pass Govt in Karnataka

The CSIR–Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), a constituent laboratory under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), invites applications from eligible Indian nationals for the post of Technical Assistant. Candidates with a Diploma or B.Sc. degree in relevant disciplines can apply. The conditions and terms of appointment will be according to CSIR rules and regulations.

Important Dates

Application Fee

• General/OBC/EWS candidates: ₹500
• SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-Servicemen: Nil
• Mode of Payment: Through SBI Collect
• Fee once paid is non-refundable.

Vacancy Details

Age Limit (as on 10 May 2025)

• Maximum Age: 28 years
• Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms:
  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
  • PwBD: Up to 10 years (additional relaxation for SC/ST/OBC)

Salary

• Pay Level: Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) as per 7th CPC
• Basic Pay: ₹35,400 + applicable allowances

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

• TA01 (Mechanical Engineering): Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 60% marks and 2 years experience in maintenance and operation of scientific instruments/machines.
• TA02 (Computer Science & Engineering): Diploma in relevant field or B.Sc. in Computer Science/IT with relevant experience.
• TA03 (Electronics Engineering): Diploma in Electronics Engineering with 2 years of relevant experience.
• TA04 (Food Science / Food Technology): B.Sc. in Food Science/Food Technology with 1 year of relevant experience or professional qualification.
• TA05 (Microbiology): B.Sc. in Microbiology with 1 year experience or professional qualification.
• TA06 (Chemistry): B.Sc. in Chemistry with 1 year experience or professional qualification.

Experience: Relevant post-qualification experience as required for each post.

Selection Process

1. Trade Test: Qualifying in nature. Candidates must clear this stage to appear for the written exam.
2. Competitive Written Examination:
   • Paper I (Qualifying): Mental Ability Test (50 questions, 100 marks)
   • Paper II will consist of two sections: General Awareness with 25 questions carrying 75 marks, and English Language also comprising 25 questions worth 75 marks.
   • Paper III: Concerned Subject (100 questions, 300 marks)
   • Negative Marking: 1 mark for each wrong answer in Paper II and III
   • Final merit will be based on marks in Paper II and III only.

How to Apply

Step 1: Online Registration

• Visit the CSIR-CFTRI Recruitment Portal and fill in the application form.
• Upload scanned documents including photograph, signature, certificates, and fee receipt.
• Submit the completed application form before the deadline.

Step 2: Application Fee Payment

• Pay the application fee (if applicable) through SBI Collect and upload the payment receipt.

Step 3: Hard Copy Submission

• Print the submitted online application.
• Sign it and attach all required documents and certificates.
• Send the application by Registered/Speed Post to the following address: Recruitment Cell (E-I Section),
  CSIR-CFTRI, Cheluvamba Mansion,
  Mysuru – 570020, Karnataka
• The hard copy must reach by 19 May 2025.

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