CSIR-CFTRI Recruitment 2025: Junior Secretariat Assistant Posts – Apply Now

The CSIR – Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysuru, a premier research institute under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, has invited online applications for the recruitment of Junior Secretariat Assistant (General, Finance & Accounts, and Stores & Purchase). This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for Indian citizens to work with one of the leading R&D institutions in the field of food science and technology.

Important Dates

• Starting date for online application and fee payment: 7 April 2025 (from 10:00 AM)
• Last date for online application and fee payment: 7 May 2025 (up to 11:59 PM)
• Written Examination (OMR based): June/July 2025 (tentative)
• Admit Card for Written Examination: One week before the exam
• Proficiency Test Schedule: To be announced later
• Admit Card for Proficiency Test: Three days before the exam
• Declaration of Results and Provisional Allotment: July 2025 (tentative)

Application Fee

• Details of the application fee and exemptions will be available in the official detailed advertisement. Generally, application fees are applicable to General and OBC category candidates, while SC/ST/PwBD/Women candidates may be exempted or given concessions as per CSIR rules.

Age Limit

• Upper age limit: 28 years as of the closing date of application
• Relaxation in upper age limit:
  • SC/ST candidates: 5 years
  • OBC candidates: 3 years
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD):
    • Unreserved: 10 years
    • OBC: 13 years
    • SC/ST: 15 years
  • Ex-servicemen: As per Government of India norms
  • CSIR Departmental Candidates (regular employees): No age limit

Vacancy Details

• Position Title: Junior Secretariat Assistant (General, Finance & Accounts, and Stores & Purchase)
• Total Vacancies: 1210
  • Reserved Categories:
    • 1 post for Ex-servicemen
    • 1 post for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)

Salary and Pay Scale

• Pay Level: Level 2 in the Pay Matrix (Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 63,200) as per 7th CPC
• Total Emoluments: Includes Basic Pay, Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other allowances admissible in Mysuru.

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess the prescribed qualifications specific to the stream they are applying for (General, Finance & Accounts, or Stores & Purchase). Complete details will be provided in the official notification.
• Candidates must be Indian citizens and fulfill all eligibility requirements as specified.

Selection Process

1. OMR-Based Written Examination: The exam will test general awareness, numerical ability, reasoning, and language skills. Tentatively scheduled for June/July 2025.
2. Proficiency Test: Shortlisted candidates from the written exam will be invited to take a typing and computer proficiency test. Details will be provided on the official website in due course.

How to Apply

• Candidates must apply online through the official CSIR-CFTRI website. Applications will only be accepted online; other methods won’t be considered.
• Steps to apply:
  1. Visit the official website of CSIR-CFTRI.
  2. Sign up with a working email address and mobile number.
  3. Complete the application form with accurate details.
  4. Upload scanned copies of required documents such as photograph, signature, certificates, etc.
  5. Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
  6. Submit the application and download a copy for your records.

Additional Information

• Selected candidates will be governed by the National Pension System (NPS) or the extant defined contribution system adopted by CSIR.
• Service conditions will be governed by the CSIR Administrative Services (Recruitment & Promotion) Rules, 2020, and Central Civil Services rules.
• CSIR-CFTRI strives for a workforce with gender balance, and women candidates are encouraged to apply.

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