NBRI Recruitment 2026 for Pharma, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemistry candidates

CSIR- National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI), Lucknow is a constituent laboratory of Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR). This institute undertakes basic and applied research in important areas of plant sciences.

The Eligible & interested candidates are invited for walk-in interview for the purely temporary position in the following areas under the sponsored projects tenable at CSIR-NBRI.

Area- I : Molecular Biology and Biotechnology

Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Essential Qualification : M.Sc. in Chemistry/Biotechnology from a recognized University OR B.Tech in Biotechnology from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Experience in Molecular Biology / Plant virology / Hands-on experience in virus handling and Bioinformatics.
Age : 35 years
Stipend : (a) ₹31,000 + HRA for candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship/assistant professorship or GATE, or national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments such as DBT/DST or equivalent agencies/institutions; (b) ₹25,000 + HRA for others.
Project Name : “A one-pot, CRISPR-Cas-based diagnostic platform for field-level detection of viruses infecting chilli (Capsicum spp.) (CAPSID-CRISPR-based Amplification-free or Potbased System for In-field virus Detection)” (FBR020407)
No. of post : 01

Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Essential Qualification : M.Sc. in Botany/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Life Sciences from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Experience in Plant Tissue culture/Molecular Biology/Biochemistry.
Age : 35 years
Stipend : (a) ₹31,000 + HRA for candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship/assistant professorship or GATE, or national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments such as DBT/DST or equivalent agencies/institutions; (b) ₹25,000 + HRA for others.
Project Name : “Manipulating agricultural traits for better plant growth, stress tolerance and fruit quality in tomato” (GAP 3547)
No. of post : 01

Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Essential Qualification : M.Sc. in Botany/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Life Sciences from a recognized University and 02 years’ experience in Research and Development in industrial and academic institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services.
Desirable Qualification : Experience in Plant Tissue culture/Molecular Biology/Microscope imaging.
Age : 35 years
Stipend : (a) ₹35,000 + HRA for candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship/assistant professorship or GATE, or national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments such as DBT/DST or equivalent agencies/institutions; (b) ₹28,000 + HRA for others.
Project Name : “Decoding genome complexity of the highest chromosomes bearing fern Ophioglossum reticulatum L.” (FIR020404)
No. of post : 01

Senior-PAT
Essential Qualification : M.Sc. in Botany/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Life Sciences from a recognized University and 03 years’ experience in Research and Development in industrial and academic institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services OR Ph.D. in one of the above subjects.
Desirable Qualification : Experience in Large data analysis/computational biology/Genomics/Bioinformatics techniques.
Age : 40 years
Stipend : ₹42,000 + HRA
Project Name : Not specified in the provided page/table.
No. of post : 01

Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Essential Qualification : M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc. in Botany/Biotechnology/Biosciences/Plant Molecular Biology/Plant Sciences/Life Sciences/Biochemistry/B.Tech in Biotechnology/Bioinformatics from a recognized University and 02 years’ experience in Research and Development in industrial and academic institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services OR M.Tech/Integrated M.Tech in Biotechnology/Bioinformatics.
Desirable Qualification : Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in advanced molecular biology/Genome editing/plant tissue culture and transformation/bioinformatics (Genomics, proteomics and transcriptomics).
Age : 35 years
Stipend : (a) ₹35,000 + HRA for candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship/assistant professorship or GATE, or national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments such as DBT/DST or equivalent agencies/institutions; (b) ₹28,000 + HRA for others.
Project Name : “Genome Editing for crop improvement (GE crops)” (MMP-025301)
No. of post : 02

Senior-PAT
Essential Qualification : M.Sc./Integrated M.Sc. in Botany/Biotechnology/Plant Sciences/Natural or Agricultural Science from a recognized University and 03 years’ experience in Research and Development in industrial and academic institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services OR Ph.D. in one of the above subjects.
Desirable Qualification : Experience in molecular biology/Genomics/Bioinformatics techniques.
Age : 40 years
Stipend : ₹42,000 + HRA
Project Name : “Genome Editing for crop improvement (GE crops)” (MMP-025301)
No. of post : 02

Project Scientist-II (PS-II)
Essential Qualification : Doctoral Degree in Science or Masters/Integrated Masters in Engineering or Technology from a recognized university or equivalent and 05 years’ experience in Research and Development in industrial and academic institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services.
Desirable Qualification : Experience in advanced molecular biology/Genomics/Bioinformatics techniques, especially in cotton fiber.
Age : 40 years
Stipend : ₹67,000 + HRA; increment of 5% for every 02 years of experience in the same project.
Project Name : “Genome Editing for crop improvement (GE crops)” (MMP-025301)
No. of post : 01

Area- II : Pharmacognosy, Phytochemistry and Product Development

Young Professional (YP)-I
Essential Qualification : M.Sc. in Physics/Chemistry/Materials Science/Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Polymer Science/Materials Chemistry/Nanoscience & Nanotechnology from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Experience in fabrication and characterization of nanoparticles, nanospheres, nanoliposomes, nanoexosomes etc. and formulation development.
Age : 35 years
Stipend : ₹25,000 + HRA PM
Project Name : “Development of synthetic microbial community-based nano-biofertilizers for sustainable crop production” (GAP-3551)
No. of post : 01

Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Essential Qualification : M.Sc. in Chemistry/Polymer Chemistry/Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Medicinal Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry from a recognized University and 02 years’ experience in Research and Development in industrial and academic institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services.
Desirable Qualification : Research experience in extraction and isolation processes, characterization, formulations, and handling of instruments.
Age : 35 years
Stipend : (a) ₹35,000 + HRA for candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship/assistant professorship or GATE, or national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments such as DBT/DST or equivalent agencies/institutions; (b) ₹28,000 + HRA for others.
Project Name : “Valorization of Temple Floral Waste into Industrial Dyes and Leftover for Compost to Boost Circular Economy” (FTT050606)
No. of post : 01

Project Assistant-II
Essential Qualification : B.Sc./03 Years Diploma in Engineering/Technology
Desirable Qualification : Not specified
Age : 35 years
Stipend : ₹20,000/- + HRA; increment of 15% after 03 years of experience in the same project.
Project Name : “Valorization of Temple Floral Waste into Industrial Dyes and Leftover for Compost to Boost Circular Economy” (FTT050606)
No. of post : 01

Area-III : Plant Ecology & Environmental Technologies

Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Essential Qualification : Masters / Integrated Masters in Botany/Environmental Sciences/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Chemistry/Biotechnology from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Not specified
Age : 35 years
Stipend : (a) ₹31,000 + HRA for candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship/assistant professorship or GATE, or national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments such as DBT/DST or equivalent agencies/institutions; (b) ₹25,000 + HRA for others.
Project Name : “Conservation and utilization of Botanical wealth of India (NBRI-BOT)” (MLP002628)
No. of post : 02

Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Essential Qualification : Masters/Integrated Masters in Botany/Environmental Science/Biotechnology from a recognized University OR Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent.
Desirable Qualification : Not specified
Age : 35 years
Stipend : (a) ₹31,000 + HRA for candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship/assistant professorship or GATE, or national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments such as DBT/DST or equivalent agencies/institutions; (b) ₹25,000 + HRA for others.
Project Name : “Development of plants based indoor air purifier prototype mitigating indoor air pollution” (FTT050611)
No. of post : 02

Young Professional-II
Essential Qualification : M.Sc. in Agricultural Sciences/Environmental Science/Environmental Biology/Chemistry/Botany/Microbiology/Plant Science/Pharmaceutical Chemistry from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Preference may be given to the candidate having at least 02 years of R&D experience in the relevant area and basic computer skill.
Age : 21 to 45 years as on 31st March 2026
Stipend : ₹42,000/- per month
Project Name : “To develop selenium and silica based formulation for paddy fields: A sustainable strategy to mitigate arsenic accumulation in rice” (GAP 3552)
No. of post : 01

Area- IV : Botanical Garden, Plants Conservation & Agrotechnologies

Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Essential Qualification : M.Sc. (Ag.) in Agronomy/Soil Science/Horticulture/Agriculture Chemistry from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Working experience in agronomic management, field experiments, soil-plant analysis, application of AI/ML/Drone in plant science/agriculture with proven record of publications.
Age : 35 years
Stipend : (a) ₹31,000 + HRA for candidates qualified in CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including lectureship/assistant professorship or GATE, or national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments such as DBT/DST or equivalent agencies/institutions; (b) ₹25,000 + HRA for others.
Project Name : “Specific Smart Agro-Technologies for Enhancing Soil and plant Health (RSSA)-Phase II” (MMP025303)
No. of post : 01

TERMS & CONDITIONS :
HRA will be admissible as per sanction in the projects.

• The Application form will be provided at the venue on the date of walk-in interview. However, candidates may download the application form in advance from the website nbri.res.in. At the time of interview candidates should bring one latest photograph, original documents along with self-attested copy of certificates of examinations passed (starting from matriculation), certificate indicating date of birth and experience certificate, etc. Tentative mark sheets/certificates and 'result awaited' will not be considered. All eligible candidates are requested to be present at the venue on the said date one hour before the scheduled time for necessary documents verification etc.
• Mode of Selection: Through Interview. However, if large number of candidates turn up, a Screening test comprising of multiple-choice objective questions may be held for short listing the candidates for interview. The shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the Selection Committee and, based on the performance in the interview; a panel of recommended candidates will be formed. The panel shall be utilized as and when the requirement arises in the projects in the relevant field/area. Candidates have the option to interact in Hindi/English before the committee. In case of turning up of large number. of candidates, interview may continue for next day.
• The appointment of the selected candidates in the CSIR/externally funded project will be co-terminus with the project subject to his/her satisfactory progress, receipt of the funds from CSIR and other extant rules/ conditions/instructions issued by CSIR/GoI/Other Authorities from time to time. The total tenure of the project staff in projects in CSIR should not exceed 06 years. However, the project personnel shall be allowed to continue beyond 6 years only in case of contract/consultancy/sponsored projects funded by PSUs, Industries, Start-ups and Individual entrepreneurs, that are of 12 months or less duration. In such an event, the total period of engagement of any project personnel under one project and/or combination of different projects, either in the same laboratory and/or different laboratories of CSIR, cumulatively taken together shall not exceed 07 years.
• In case of Universities/Institutes awarding CGPA/SGPA/OGPA Grades etc., candidates are requested to convert the same into percentage based on the formula as per their University/Institute.
• The relaxation in the age limit for the candidates belonging to the category of SC/ST/PwBD/ Women and the category of OBC shall be 05 years and 03 years respectively.
• The period of experience in a discipline / area of work, wherever prescribed shall be counted after the date of acquiring the minimum prescribed educational qualifications prescribed for that grade.
• In case of large number of candidates turn up for the interview, there is a possibility that interviews may continue till late in the evening or the next day also. Therefore, candidates are requested to make their travel plans accordingly.
• Director, CSIR-NBRI reserves the right to cancel/modify the vacancy/recruitment/ selection process, if the need arises, without issuing any further notice or assigning any reason thereof.
• Canvassing in any form and / or bringing any influence political or otherwise will be treated as disqualification for the post.
• In case, it is detected at any point of time in future, even after engagement, that the candidate was not eligible, engagement of the candidate shall be liable to termination forthwith as per this clause.
• To avoid any inconvenience, only those candidates who strictly fulfill the eligibility criteria and possess the degree/mark sheet in the aforesaid subjects should turn up for walk in interview. –

• NO INTERIM QUERIES WILL BE ENTERTAINED.
• NO TA/DA WILL BE ADMISSIBLE.