IHBT Announces Recruitment for Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Biochemistry and Biotechnology Candidates

The CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology, Palampur is one of the National Institutes under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research which is an autonomous body working under the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. It is spread over 226.1 acres of land with the backdrop of snow-covered peaks of Dhauladhar Range in salubrious climate.

Walk-in-Interviews are scheduled to be held on the date(s) as mentioned below against the position(s) in the respective column for the selection of suitable candidate(s) in the areas under the following projects for recruitment on purely temporary basis for the duration of the projects as mentioned or till completion of the projects, whichever is earlier

Project Associate PAT-I
Project(s) Title & (Project Number) : “Development of high-protein 3D printed model food products (IHP002410)”
Post Code : 8001
No of posts : 02
Age : 35 Years as on 15.06.2026
Stipend Per Month Consolidated : (a) Rs. 31,000/- + 10% HRA for those candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC / ICAR / ICMR NET incl. lectureship / assistant professorship or GATE OR those who have qualified National level examinations conducted by Central Govt. Departments like DBT/DST or equivalent and/or Agencies/ Institutions. (b) Rs. 25,000/- + 10% HRA for others who do not fall under (a) above
Essential Qualification : M.Sc. in Food Technology/ Food Science/ Food and Nutrition/ Nutrition and Dietetics from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Work experience in food product development and analysis.
Tenure of the project upto : 31-03-2027
Date : 15-06-2026

Project Associate PAT-I
Project(s) Title & (Project Number) : “Chemical Characterization and In vitro Anti-inflammatory Activity of Himalayan Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica L.) Leaves (IHP002413)”
Post Code : 8002
No of posts : 01
Age : 35 Years as on 15.06.2026
Stipend Per Month Consolidated : Rs. 25,000/- + 10% HRA
Essential Qualification : Masters/ Integrated Master’s degree in Chemistry / Biochemistry/ Phytochemistry/ Organic Chemistry/ M. Pharmacy from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Working Knowledge in the area of Natural Product Chemistry, in vitro cell lines and animal handling
Tenure of the project upto : 31-03-2027
Date : 15-06-2026

Project Associate PAT-I
Project(s) Title & (Project Number) : “Chemical Characterization and In vitro Anti-inflammatory Activity of Himalayan Stinging Nettle (Urtica dioica L.) Leaves (IHP002413)”
Post Code : 8003
No of posts : 01
Age : 35 Years as on 15.06.2026
Stipend Per Month Consolidated : Rs. 25,000/- + 10% HRA
Essential Qualification : Masters/ Integrated Master degree in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology or Life/ Biological Sciences/Biotechnology or Phytochemistry or M. Pharmacy from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Working Knowledge in the area of in vitro cell culture-based assays, and handling of experimental animals.
Tenure of the project upto : 31-03-2027
Date : 15-06-2026

Project Associate PAT-I
Project(s) Title & (Project Number) : “Micropropagation of highbush blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) for the production of elite planting material (IHP002412)”
Post Code : 8004
No of posts : 02
Age : 35 Years as on 16.06.2026
Stipend Per Month Consolidated : (a) Rs. 31,000/- + 10% HRA for those candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC / ICAR / ICMR NET incl. lectureship / assistant professorship or GATE OR those who have qualified National level examinations conducted by Central Govt. Departments like DBT/DST or equivalent and/or Agencies/ Institutions
(b) Rs. 25,000/- + 10% HRA for others who do not fall under (a) above
Essential Qualification : M.Sc in Biotechnology/ Plant Biotechnology/ Life Sciences/ Molecular Biology and Biotechnology/ Botany from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Work experience in Plant Tissue Culture/ Molecular Biology of Horticulture crops/ Woody plants and proven experience in the form of research publications.
Tenure of the project upto : 31-03-2027
Date : 16-06-2026

Senior Research Fellow
Project(s) Title & (Project Number) : “Exploring the cold-adaptive signaling cascade in High-Altitude medicinal plant Nardostachys jatamansi (GAP-0368)”
Post Code : 8005
No of posts : 01
Age : 40 Years as on 16.06.2026
Stipend Per Month Consolidated : Rs. 42000/- + 9% HRA
Essential Qualification : M.Sc. in Botany, Plant Physiology from a recognized University with 3 years’ experience in Research and Development in Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations
Desirable Qualification : Work experience in tissue culture of High altitude medicinal plants with proven experience in the form of research publications.
Tenure of the project upto : 23-04-2029
Date : 16-06-2026

Project Associate PAT-I
Project(s) Title & (Project Number) : “Unraveling the sweet Symphony: Molecular Insights into Sugar Allocation and Transport Mechanism in Saffron Corm Development Under Varying Environmental Conditions (GAP-0367)”
Post Code : 8006
No of posts : 01
Age : 35 Years as on 17.06.2026
Stipend Per Month Consolidated : (a) Rs. 31,000/- + 9% HRA for those candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC / ICAR / ICMR NET incl. lectureship / assistant professorship or GATE OR those who have qualified National level examinations conducted by Central Govt. Departments like DBT/DST or equivalent and/or Agencies/ Institutions (b) Rs. 25,000/- + 9% HRA for others who do not fall under (a) above
Essential Qualification : M.Sc. in Botany, Biotechnology, Biochemistry from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Experience in Plant molecular Biology, Tissue culture, Gene cloning
Tenure of the project upto : 23-04-2029
Date : 17-06-2026

Research Associate-I
Project(s) Title & (Project Number) : “Unraveling the sweet Symphony: Molecular Insights into Sugar Allocation and Transport Mechanism in Saffron Corm Development Under Varying Environmental Conditions (GAP-0367)”
Post Code : 8007
No of posts : 01
Age : 40 Years as on 17.06.2026
Stipend Per Month Consolidated : Rs. 58,000/- + 9%HRA
Essential Qualification : Ph.D. in Biological Science/ Biotechnology, Biochemistry/ Botany from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Experience in Plant Molecular Biology, Tissue culture, Gene cloning, Genetic Transformation, NGS data analysis, as evident from publications in peer reviewed journals.
Tenure of the project upto : 23-04-2029
Date : 17-06-2026

Project Scientist-I
Project(s) Title & (Project Number) :“Unravelling the molecular mechanism involving whitefly midgut in circulative and propagative transmission of tomato leaf curl Palampur virus, a bipartite begomovirus (GAP0371)” [DBT sponsored Project]
Post Code : 8008
No of posts : 01
Age : 35 Years as on 17.06.2026
Stipend Per Month Consolidated : Rs. 58,000/- + 9%HRA
Essential Qualification : Doctoral Degree in Science or Master's Degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent.
Desirable Qualification : Knowledge in plant virology and insect transmission of Plant viruses, protein- protein interaction, proteome characterization and analysis using modern tools, developmental biology of insects as evident from published papers in reputed journals.
Tenure of the project upto : 23-04-2029
Date : 17-06-2026

Project Associate-I
Project(s) Title & (Project Number) : “Unravelling the molecular mechanism involving whitefly midgut in circulative and propagative transmission of tomato leaf curl Palampur virus, a bipartite begomovirus (GAP0371)” [DBT sponsored Project]
Post Code : 8009
No of posts : 01
Age : 35 Years as on 17.06.2026
Stipend Per Month Consolidated : (a) Rs. 31,000/- + 9% HRA for those candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC / ICAR / ICMR NET incl. lectureship / assistant professorship or GATE OR those who have qualified National level examinations conducted by Central Govt. Departments like DBT/DST or equivalent and/or Agencies/ Institutions (b) Rs. 25,000/- + 9% HRA for others who do not fall under (a) above
Essential Qualification : Master's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences / MVSc or bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent.
Desirable Qualification : Students having undergone training or having practical knowledge on nucleic acid extraction, construct preparation, PCR, gene cloning, gene silencing etc will be required
Tenure of the project upto : 23-04-2029
Date : 17-06-2026

Project Associate-I
Project(s) Title & (Project Number) : “Determinants of Attitudes Toward Novel Agrotechnologies: An Integrated Model of Technology Acceptance and Diffusion in Farming Communities of the Himachal Pradesh (IHP002414)”
Post Code : 8010
No of posts : 02
Age : 35 Years as on 18.06.2026
Stipend Per Month Consolidated : (a) Rs. 31,000/- + 10% HRA for those candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC / ICAR / ICMR NET incl. lectureship / assistant professorship or GATE OR those who have qualified National level examinations conducted by Central Govt. Departments like DBT/DST or equivalent and/or Agencies/ Institutions.
(b) Rs. 25,000/- + 10% HRA for others who do not fall under (a) above
Essential Qualification : M.Sc. in Statistics/ Agri-economics /Agriculture Extension / Agribusiness Management from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Working Knowledge of statistical modelling and handling of large data sets.
Tenure of the project upto : 31-03-2027
Date : 18-06-2026

Project Associate-I
Project(s) Title & (Project Number) :“Characterization of Dragon Fruit Germplasm for initial growth in the Mid-Hills of the Western Himalayan (IHP002411)”
Post Code : 8011
No of posts : 02
Age : 35 Years as on 18.06.2026
Stipend Per Month Consolidated : Rs. 25,000/- + 10% HRA
Essential Qualification : Master degree in Agriculture with specialization in Agronomy, soil science and genetics & Plant Breeding Or Master degree in Horticulture from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Experience in Soil & Plant Analysis and Field Experience in the area of Horticulture, Fruit Crops.
Tenure of the project upto : 31-03-2027
Date : 18-06-2026

Project Associate PAT-I
Project(s) Title & (Project Number) : “Ecological Assessment and Sustainable Valorisation of Himalayan Bio-resources for Industrial and Societal Benefit (IHBT-HB) (MLP002619)”
Post Code : 8012
No of posts : 07
Age : 35 Years as on 19.06.2026
Stipend Per Month Consolidated : Rs. 25,000/- + 10% HRA
Essential Qualification : Master degree in Life Science/ Biological Sciences/ Biotechnology/ Botany/ Agriculture/ Horticulture/ Chemistry/ Chemical Science /Food Science & Technology from a recognized University.
Desirable Qualification : Work Experience/ Diploma/ dissertation in the relevant area..
Tenure of the project upto : 31-03-2027
Date : 19.06.2026

Project Associate PAT-I
Project(s) Title & (Project Number) : “Ecological Assessment and Sustainable Valorisation of Himalayan Bio-resources for Industrial and Societal Benefit (IHBT-HB) (MLP002619)”
Post Code : 8013
No of posts : 01
Age : 35 Years as on 19.06.2026
Stipend Per Month Consolidated : Rs. 25,000/- + 10% HRA
Essential Qualification : MBA/ M.Sc. Agriculture Economics from a recognized University
Desirable Qualification : Work experience in the Management/ Survey/ Data analysis.
Tenure of the project upto : 31-03-2027
Date : 19.06.2026

General instructions
1. Eligible candidates may appear for “Walk-in-Interview(s)” on the date, time and place mentioned above along with an application on prescribed format (with latest colored passport size photo affixed on it) which is available on the CSIR-IHBT website i.e. ihbt.res.in along with self-attested photocopies of their testimonials of age, educational qualifications, experience etc. at the time of interview.
2. 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 or as per Govt. of India instructions issued in this regard from time to time.
3. Engagement under any of this positions shall be on behalf of the sponsoring agency and shall be temporary and co-terminus with the tenure of the project or 06 years whichever is earlier. Further such engagement, directly or indirectly, shall not provide any right/claim for regularization for permanent post of CSIR
4. If any candidate wants to apply for more than one position code they will have to submit separate application form for each position code.
5. Candidates must also bring with them original certificates of testimonials at the time of appearing for the interview failing which he/she will not be allowed to appear for interview.
6. No Travelling Allowance will be paid for attending the interview
7. Candidates must ensure that they bring self-attested copies of their essential certificates otherwise, their applications will not be accepted
8. The Selection Committee(s) may adopt the selection criterion at its own i.e. either by conducting direct interview or objective test (Based on Multiple Choice Questions) followed by interview on the same day.
9. Number of selected candidates may vary from the advertised positions depending upon performance of candidates during the selection process.
10. The positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the duration of the project. There will be no right implicit or explicit for regular position or any post in CSIR-IHBT, Palampur whatsoever.
11. The decision of the Director, CSIR-IHBT, Palampur shall be final on any matter relating to engagement of above mentioned positions in CSIR-IHBT, Palampur (H.P.).
12. The Competent Authority reserves the right to relax any of the provisions contained in this advertisement on reasonable ground
13. The performance of the Project Staff would be reviewed after every six-months period and any one not found up to the mark, may be terminated.
14. Request for online Interview will not be entertained at any circumstances

Note
1. Result awaited candidates are not eligible for interview.
2. Any query related to this advertisement may be made exclusively to email id recruitment.ihbt@csir.res.in
3. In case of any dispute, the English version will prevail.