CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (CSIR-CIMAP) is a premier research institute under the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), focusing on medicinal and aromatic plants. Established in 1959, the institute conducts research in areas such as plant biotechnology, phytochemistry, agronomy, pharmacology, and natural product development. CSIR-CIMAP works on the development of improved varieties, cultivation technologies, herbal products, and value-added products from medicinal and aromatic plants. The institute collaborates with academic institutions, industries, farmers, and other organizations to promote research and commercialization. CSIR-CIMAP also provides opportunities for scientific research, project-based positions, training, and skill development in various areas of life sciences, agriculture, chemistry, and biotechnology.
WALK-IN-INTERVIEW for engagement of Project Assistant-II, Project Associate –I & II, Senior Project Associate, Project Scientist-I, Project Scientist-III and Project Technical Support-III etc.
The eligible and interested candidates may appear in Walk-in-Interview for purely temporary engagement as Project Assistant, Project Associate - I & II, Senior Project Associate, Project Scientist-I, Project Scientist-III, Project Technical Support-III etc. under different ongoing Project of CSIR CIMAP, Lucknow. The eligibility criteria are as follows: -
1. Project Scientist-III (PS-III)
Maximum Age: 45 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: Doctoral degree in Science in the area of Biochemistry/ Biotechnology/ Botany/ Bioinformatics AND 7 years of experience in Research and Development in industrial and academic institutions or Science & Technology organisations, and scientific activities and services
Desirable Qualification: Experience in Bioinformatics tools for genome-wide expression analysis based on transcriptome data sets and analysis of small RNA sets. Experience in the area of pathway elucidation for secondary plant products would be preferred
Stipend per month: Rs. 78,000/- + HRA As per the Funding Agency
Date and Time of Interview: 30-09-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
2. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Botany/ Biochemistry/ Biotechnology AND Minimum 2 year’s research experience
Desirable Qualification: Experience in the area of molecular biology (DNA and RNA isolation, cloning, and PCR)
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA(UGC/CSIR NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates
Date and Time of Interview: 30-09-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM As per the Funding Agency
3. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry/Chemical Sciences OR M. Pharma in Natural Product Chemistry/ Medicinal Chemistry
Desirable Qualification: Experience in isolation and purification of natural products
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per the Funding Agency
Date and Time of Interview: 30-09-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
4. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc/B.Tech in any field of Biological sciences/Life sciences OR M.Pharma
Desirable Qualification: Experience in cell culture and/or microbial culture experiments
Stipend per month: a) Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (for CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates OR candidates who have qualified National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments like DBT/ DST or equivalent and/or their agencies/institutions) OR b) Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for others who do not fall under a) above. As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 30-09-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
5. Project Associate-I (PAT-I) OR Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: (For PAT-I) M.Sc. in Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Botany/ Bioinformatics from a recognized University or equivalent AND (For PAT-II) M.Sc. in Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Botany/ Bioinformatics from a recognized University or equivalent with Minimum 2 Years of research experience
Desirable Qualification: ----
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates; Rs. 35,000/- + HRA(CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 30-09-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
6. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Botany/ Bioinformatics AND Minimum 2 year’s research experience
Desirable Qualification: ----
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA(CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 30-09-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
7. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: B.Tech/Master’s degree in Bioinformatics/ Life Science/ Biotechnology
Desirable Qualification: Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of Data Science/ Big Data/ AI/ Computational Biology/ Systems Biology, and Hands-on experience in: • Bioinformatics pipeline development • Database/web-server development • Application of AI/ML in plant sciences
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 30-09-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
8. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering/ Mechanical Engineering
Desirable Qualification: M.Tech and working experience on design, development and performance evaluation of farm machinery
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 30-09-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
9. Project Assistant-II (PA-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: B.Sc. (Biology/ Agriculture, etc.)
Desirable Qualification: Working experience of farmer’s field technology dissemination
Stipend per month: Rs. 20,000/- + HRA As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 30-09-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
10. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: B.E/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering /Mechanical Engineering/ Electronic and telecommunication
Desirable Qualification: B.E/B.Tech in Chemical Engineering /Mechanical Engineering /Electronic and telecommunication
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 30-09-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
11. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry/ Chemical Sciences/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry OR M. Pharma. in Natural Product Chemistry/ Medicinal Chemistry
Desirable Qualification: Experience in isolation and purification of natural products
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 30-09-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
12. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: B.E/B. Tech (Computer Science/ Information Technology) OR M.Sc (CS)/ MCA
Desirable Qualification: Hands-on Experience in Android application development and deployment Database design, development, and web-server management .NET/PHP-based web application development and maintenance Application of AI/ML in agricultural research
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 30-09-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
13. Senior Project Associate (Senior PAT)
Maximum Age: 40 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Mass Communication with 3 year’s of relevant experience (Experience in scientific photography and videography, including documentation of scientific activities, events, field demonstrations, institutional programs, and preparation of press notes, news stories, and other media content for effective communication and outreach
Desirable Qualification: ----
Stipend per month: Rs. 42,000 /- +HRA As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 30-09-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
14. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy/Extension/Economics /Horticulture)
Desirable Qualification: One-year Rural Extension/Agriculture Dissemination Experience in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants.
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA for only NET/LS /GATE qualified Candidates OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/LS /GATE Candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 01-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
15. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry/ Analytical Chemistry /Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Desirable Qualification: Working experience in GC and GC/MS
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 01-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
16. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M. Pharma (Pharmacology) /M.V.Sc. (Pharmacology, Pathology)/ M.Sc. (Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Zoology, Biotechnology)/ B.Tech (Biotechnology)
Desirable Qualification: Experience in Pharmacological studies in animal models
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 01-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
17. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Botany/ Chemistry OR M.Pharma from a recognized University AND At least 2 years’ experience
Desirable Qualification: Research experience of: 1. Standardization of herbal formulation 2. Small animal handling [Testing]
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 01-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
18. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.V.Sc / M.Pharma / M.Sc. (Biotechnology/Biochemistry/ Zoology/Microbiology) AND 2 years research experience
Desirable Qualification: Work experience in the area of Laboratory Animal Experiments and Animal Cell Culture Bioassays
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 01-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
19. Project Associate-I (PAT-I) OR Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: For PAT-I M.Sc. in Biotechnology /Plant Molecular Biology/Life Sciences from a recognized University or equivalent; For PAT-II M.Sc. in Biotechnology /Plant Molecular Biology/Life Sciences from a recognized University or equivalent AND 2 years of research experience
Desirable Qualification: Working experience with expertise in VIGS, plant molecular biology, gene expression analysis, molecular marker analysis, and related techniques
Stipend per month: For PAT-I Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates; For PAT-II Rs. 35,000/- + HRA(CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per the Funding Agency
Date and Time of Interview: 01-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
20. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc or M.Pharma in Chemistry/Organic Chemistry/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry/ Pharmacognosy
Desirable Qualification: Experience in Natural Product Chemistry/ purification and characterization of secondary metabolites
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per the Funding Agency
Date and Time of Interview: 01-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
21. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. – Microbiology / Plant Pathology/ Biotechnology/ Life Sciences/ Botany
Desirable Qualification: Experience in relevant area
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates as per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 01-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
22. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. Botany/ Biotechnology With 2 years of research experience
Desirable Qualification: Experience in the area of plant tissue culture
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates as per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 01-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
23. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Pharma (Pharmaceutics or Pharmacology) / Masters in Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Biomedical Sciences from recognized University
Desirable Qualification: Experience in formulation development (Spray dryer, fluid bed processor) cell & microbial culture techniques and animal experiments
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates
Date and Time of Interview: 01-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
24. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: MSc Agriculture (Agronomy/Extension/Economics/Horticulture)
Desirable Qualification: One-year Rural Extension/Agriculture Dissemination Experience in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 01-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
25. Project Assistant-II (PA-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: B.Sc./3 years Diploma in Engineering/Technology
Desirable Qualification: Experience in conducting field trials, experimental layout design, field data collection and maintenance of field experimental records
Stipend per month: Rs. 20,000/- + HRA 15% increment after 3 years of experience in the same project As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 01-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
26. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Pharm./M.Sc. in Life Sciences AND 2 year’s research experience
Desirable Qualification: Research experience in formulation development and bio-evaluation of herbal drugs
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding Agency
Date and Time of Interview: 01-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
27. Project Associate-I (PAT-I) OR Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: For PAT-I Master’s Degree in Biotechnology/Life Sciences/ Botany/ Biochemistry; For PAT-II Master’s Degree in Biotechnology/Life Sciences/ Botany/ Biochemistry AND 2 year’s of research experience
Desirable Qualification: Research experience in plant tissue culture and plant molecular biology
Stipend per month: For PAT-I Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates; For PAT-II Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding Agency
Date and Time of Interview: 05-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
28. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Agriculture Sciences/Agronomy/Soil Science from a recognized University or equivalent
Desirable Qualification: M.Sc. Agronomy/Soil Science. (The Project staff will assist in field experiment, data recording, sample processing, and other research related activities associated with the project)
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 05-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
29. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Botany/ Zoology /Horticulture
Desirable Qualification: —
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 05-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
30. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc / B.Tech in Agricultural Science
Desirable Qualification: —
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 05-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
31. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. Environmental Science/Chemistry
Desirable Qualification: Knowledge of pesticide residue analysis and/or air sampling
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 05-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
32. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 02
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Agronomy/ Soil science/Botany/ Agriculture Extension/ Agriculture statistics AND 2-year’s research experience in the above fields
Desirable Qualification: Experience in field experimentation, sustainable medicinal and aromatic plant cultivation, data collections, statistical data analysis, farmer training, MAPs technology deployment across the country, and entrepreneur development demonstration will be preferred or Ph.D. in the aforementioned subjects
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 05-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
33. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Microbiology/B. Tech in biotechnology from a recognized University
Desirable Qualification: Research experience in mushroom production, or a diploma/certification course in mushroom cultivation will be preferred. Additional weightage will be given to experience in spawn production and culture, field-level mushroom production, farmer training, technology deployment across the country, entrepreneurship development, and technology demonstration.
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/ GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 05-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
34. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Soil Science/ Analytical Chemistry/ Environmental Chemistry/ Environmental Science or a related discipline AND 2 year’s of research experience in ICP-MS operation and elemental analysis or Ph.D. in the aforementioned subjects or related disciplines
Desirable Qualification: Hands-on experience in operation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of ICP-MS; sample preparation and digestion of soil, plant, water, and environmental samples; elemental/trace-metal analysis; method validation and quality control; and interpretation of analytical data
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/ GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 05-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
35. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc/ M.Sc (Ag) in the area of Agronomy/ Soil Science/ Botany
Desirable Qualification: Ph.D in the area of Agronomy/ Soil Science/ Botany
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 05-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
36. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: Masters in Botany/ Biochemistry/ Biotechnology/ Life Science AND 2 year’s of experience in Research and Development in industrial and academic institutions or Science & Technology organizations, and scientific activities and services
Desirable Qualification: Working experience with Molecular Biology or Biochemistry
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 05-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
37. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: Master’s degree in Agricultural Sciences (Agri. Economics / Agricultural Extension / Agronomy) AND 2 year’s of experience in technology dissemination of aromatic and medicinal plants in problematic/unreached areas.
Desirable Qualification: Technology dissemination, demonstrations, training and awareness programme, data collection, compilation and analysis of aromatic and medicinal plants with MS Excel, Word, Power Point and Statistical Software, etc.
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 05-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
38. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry/ Organic Chemistry AND 2 year’s of relevant experience in an Industrial/ Academic/ Research institution
Desirable Qualification: Working experience in extraction, isolation, and chemical characterization of Natural Products from Medicinal and Aromatic Plants
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 05-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
39. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Agriculture/Horticulture/ Botany/ Environmental Science or equivalent
Desirable Qualification: Work Experience in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 06-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
40. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Agriculture Sciences /Horticulture /Botany from a recognized University or equivalent AND Minimum 2 year’s research experience
Desirable Qualification: Work Experience in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 06-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
41. Project Scientist-I (PS-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: Doctoral Degree in Chemistry/ Life Science OR M.Tech in Chemistry/ perfumery AND At least 4 years of experience in fragrance & flavour creation or Research and Development in the perfumery industry or Academic institutions or Science & Technology organizations
Desirable Qualification: Experience in the area of natural perfume creation/accord and aromatherapy-based product manufacturing and formulation, as evident from products/formulation developed or publications in the relevant area (perfumery)
Stipend per month: Rs. 56,000/- + HRA Increment of 5% for every 2 years of experience in the same project As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 06-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
42. Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT)
Maximum Age: 40 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: i). Doctoral degree in Biological Sciences from a recognized University or equivalent AND 2 years’ experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic institutions or Science & Technology organisations and scientific activities and services OR ii). M.Sc. in Biochemistry/ Zoology/Microbiology/Biotechnology/Life Sciences or equivalent AND 3 year’s Research experience in Drosophila melanogaster molecular neurobiology, particularly neurodegenerative disease models such as Alzheimer’s/Parkinson’s disease.
Desirable Qualification: Hands-on experience in genetic crosses/mutant or transgenic fly lines, GAL4/UAS-based approaches, brain dissection and molecular/neuronal studies, including immunostaining, Western blotting and mitochondrial biology is desirable.
Stipend per month: Rs. 42,000/- + HRA
Date and Time of Interview: 06-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
43. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Botany / Biotechnology / Plant Biotechnology/ Biochemistry / Plant Science AND 2 year’s of research experience
Desirable Qualification: Experience in plant tissue culture and Molecular biology
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 06-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
44. Project Assistant-II (PA-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: B.Sc. (Agricultural Sciences)
Desirable Qualification: —
Stipend per month: Rs. 20,000/- + HRA Increment of 15% after 3 years of experience in the same project As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 06-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
45. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: Master’s degree in Agricultural Science (Economics/ Agricultural Extension/ Agronomy/ Horticulture /Agri. Management) AND 2 years of experience in technology dissemination, demonstrations, data collection, etc. of crops in problematic/ unreached areas etc.
Desirable Qualification: 2 years of experience in technology dissemination, field demonstrations, data collection, compilation, and statistical analysis of aroma crops preferably in problematic/unreached areas. Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and statistical software.
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 06-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
46. Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT)
Maximum Age: 40 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: Master’s degree in Agricultural Sciences/ Ag. Economics/ Agricultural Extension/ Agronomy/Horticulture /Agri. Management) AND 3 year’s of experience in Research and Development in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants OR Doctoral Degree in Agricultural Sciences (Ag. Economics/ Agricultural Extension/ Agronomy/Horticulture/ Agri. Management) from a recognized University or equivalent AND 2 year’s of experience in Research and Development in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants
Desirable Qualification: 3 years of experience in technology dissemination, field demonstrations, data collection, compilation, and statistical analysis of aroma crops preferably in problematic/unreached areas. Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and statistical software
Stipend per month: Rs. 42,000/- + HRA As per funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 06-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
47. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: Master's Degree in Entomology or Agricultural Entomology from a recognized University
Desirable Qualification: Work experience in the area of medicinal and aromatic plants
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding Agency
Date and Time of Interview: 06-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
48. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc/B.Tech in any field of biological sciences/Life sciences OR M.Pharma
Desirable Qualification: Experience in cell culture and/or microbial culture experiments
Stipend per month: a) Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (for CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates OR candidates who have qualified National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments like DBT/ DST or equivalent and/or their agencies/institutions) OR b) Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for others who do not fall under a) above.
Date and Time of Interview: 06-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
49. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry/ Pharmaceutical Chemistry/ Organic Chemistry AND 2 year’s of relevant experience in Research and Development in industrial and academic institutions or Science & Technology organisations and scientific activities and services
Desirable Qualification: Working experience in extraction, isolation, and chemical characterization of Natural Products from Medicinal and Aromatic Plants
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding Agency
Date and Time of Interview: 06-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
50. Project Associate-I (PAT-I) OR Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: For PAT-I M.Sc. in Biotechnology/ Botany/ Microbiology/ Biochemistry OR For PAT-II M.Sc. in Biotechnology/ Botany/ Microbiology/ Biochemistry with 2 years of research experience OR M.Tech in Biotechnology
Desirable Qualification: Experience of working with basic molecular biology techniques/ microbial fermentation method
Stipend per month: For PAT-I Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE; For PAT-II Rs. 35,000/- + HRA(CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates
Date and Time of Interview: 06-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
51. Senior Project Associate (Senior-PAT)
Maximum Age: 40 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: Doctoral Degree in Science from a recognized University or equivalent And 2 year’s experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic institutions or Science and Technology organisations and scientific activities and services
Desirable Qualification: Experience in science policy, datamodeling, economic analysis, sustainability studies, impact assessment, project analysis, etc. will be preferred
Stipend per month: Rs. 42,000/- + HRA As per funding Agency
Date and Time of Interview: 07-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
52. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Biotechnology/ Botany/ Plant Science/ Life Sciences or related discipline
Desirable Qualification: Experience in plant molecular biology, plant tissue culture and work with medicinal and aromatic plants
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates
Date and Time of Interview: 07-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
53. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: Master's degree in bioinformatics / computational biology / biotechnology
Desirable Qualification: Hands-on experience in Whole genome sequencing data analysis, Assembly, annotation, and pipeline development
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates
Date and Time of Interview: 07-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
54. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: Master’s Degree in Environmental Sciences from a recognized University or equivalent with minimum 2 year’s relevant research experience OR Masters of Engineering or Technology in Environmental Sciences / Agriculture from a recognized University
Desirable Qualification: Specialization in Geoinformatics/ Geomatics/ Remote Sensing; Experience in programming (Python, R, Java, sci-kit learn etc.); Experience in AI/ML techniques for image/ Satellite data processing/ Web Development/ IoT device development; Familiarity with version control (.Git); Preference will be given to candidates having DGCA certified drone flying license and flying experience
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 28,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding Agency
Date and Time of Interview: 07-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
55. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. Biotechnology/ Botany/ Microbiology/ Plant Science from a recognized University
Desirable Qualification: Research experience in molecular biology, and characterization of fungal/ bacterial pathogens of aromatic plants
Stipend per month: Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/ NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs. 25,000/- + HRA for Non-NET/GATE candidates As per funding Agency
Date and Time of Interview: 07-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
56. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: Master’s Degree in Environmental Sciences/Geoinformatics/Geomatics/Remote Sensing from a recognized University or equivalent with a minimum of 2 year’s relevant research experience OR Masters of Engineering or Technology in Environmental Sciences/Geoinformatics/Geomatics/Remote Sensing from a recognized University
Desirable Qualification: Experience in programming (Python, R, Java, GEE, sci-kit learn etc.); Experience in AI/ML techniques for image /Satellite data processing/ IoT device development; Preference will be given to candidates having DGCA certified drone flying license and flying experience
Stipend per month: Rs. 35,000/- + HRA (CSIR-UGC NET/NET-LS or GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs 28,000/- + HRA For Non-NET/GATE
Date and Time of Interview: 07-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
57. Project Associate-II (PAT-II)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Engineering/ Technology in Computer Science/IT/ Electronics and Communication from a recognized University or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years of relevant research experience.
Desirable Qualification: Experience in Internet of Things (IoTs)/Wireless Network/Web Development /Software development; Experience in programming
Stipend per month: Rs. 28000/- + HRA As per the funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 07-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
58. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: Master's degree in Geoinformatics/ Remote Sensing/GIS/ Geography from a recognized University or equivalent
Desirable Qualification: Experience in UAV-based remote sensing, Multispectral, Hyperspectral and LiDAR data processing; Preferred skills in GDAL, rasterio, SciKit- Learn, geospatial libraries
Stipend per month: Rs. 31000/- + HRA (In case of NET/GATE qualified candidates) OR Rs 25000/- + HRA (for non-NET/GATE qualified candidates) As per the funding agency
Date and Time of Interview: 07-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
59. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 02
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Agriculture Sciences/ Agronomy/ Soil Sciences/ Environment Sciences/Remote Sensing/GIS/ Geoinformatics from a recognized University or equivalent
Desirable Qualification: The project staff will assist in field experimentation, data recording, sample processing, and other project related research activities.
Stipend per month: Rs. 25000/- + HRA As per the funding Agency
Date and Time of Interview: 07-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
60. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Agriculture Sciences (Agronomy/Soil Sciences)/ Agriculture Statistics
Desirable Qualification: Sound knowledge of statistical tools and techniques for agricultural data analysis. The project staff will assist in field experimentation, data recording, sample processing , and other research related activities associated with the project
Stipend per month: Rs. 25000/- + HRA As per the funding Agency
Date and Time of Interview: 07-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
61. Project Technical Support-III (PTS-III)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc Biochemistry/ Biotechnology/ Zoology/ Microbiology from a recognized University or equivalent
Desirable Qualification: One year of working experience in Drosophila melanogaster handling and experimental studies.
Stipend per month: Rs. 28000/- + HRA As per ICMR guidelines
Date and Time of Interview: 07-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
62. Project Associate-I (PAT-I)
Maximum Age: 35 Years
No. of Post: 01
Essential Qualification: M.Sc or M.Pharm in Chemistry/ Biochemistry /organic chemistry/ Pharmaceutical chemistry/ Medicinal chemistry/ Industrial chemistry/ Analytical chemistry
Desirable Qualification: Experience in isolating natural products and chemical structure characterization
Stipend per month: Rs. 25000/- + HRA As per the funding Agency
Date and Time of Interview: 07-10-2026, Reporting Time 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Mode of Selection
Selection is to be done on the basis of performance in the Walk-in- Interview. A written test may be conducted if the candidates appear in higher numbers. The Walk-in-Interview will be conducted on 30th September and 01st, 05th, 06 & 07th October 2026 (Reporting Time: 09:30 AM to 11:30 AM) at Sugandh Sandesh Auditorium, CSIR- CIMAP, Lucknow.
General Terms & Conditions
1. Engagement will be initially for a period of one year, and may be extended or curtailed depending upon the project requirement and desired level performance or conduct of the incumbent, and availability of Funds from funding agencies as the case may be.
2. The tenure of Project Staff shall be co-terminus with the project. However, under no circumstances the tenure would be allowed to exceed five years’ duration. The performance of the Project Staff would be reviewed periodically so that any one not found up to the mark, could be terminated
3. The position is only temporary and, therefore, will not confer any right on the incumbent to any claim, implicit or explicit on any post in CSIR-CIMAP.
4. The upper age limit as on date of Walk-in-Interview, is relaxable as per the Government of India Rules.
5. On completion of the tenure in one project, in case, one wants to apply for engagement in another project, he/she will have to go through the process of selection by submitting a fresh application under the new project. Engagement of the Project Staff under the new project would be made only after submission of resignation and “No Dues Certificate” in the previous project.
6. Wherever possible accommodation will be provided to project staff. If accommodation is not possible, HRA will be paid as per rules. If accommodation is provided, the licence fee would be deducted as per CSIR rules.
7. The Project Staff shall be permitted to avail leave and dispensary facility, as per rules. Dispensary facility\ies will be for self only and not for family members or dependants.
8. The Institute provides canteen facilities as is being provided for regular staff members on payment of suitable charges.
9. Experience, wherever required, will be counted from the date of acquiring minimum educational qualification.
10. Final semester and result awaited candidates will not be allowed to appear for Walk-in-Interview.
11. The candidates who wish to appear in Walk-in-Interview should come along with all Original Documents, 01 (One) set of Self Attested Photocopies of all the educational testimonials and 01 (One) Recent Passport size photograph, failing which the candidate will not be allowed to appear in the Walk-in-Interview.
12. Candidates submitting a downloaded copy of the mark-sheet along with their application at the time of document verification must ensure that the copy is duly signed and authenticated by the Vice-Chancellor (VC) or Registrar of the concerned University or Principal of the concerned college. Unsigned or unauthenticated downloaded copies of mark-sheets shall not be accepted.
13. No TA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview.
14. No request for Online Interview will be entertained.
15. The number of positions is tentative and subject to change at the time of interview.
16. NO INTERIM ENQUIRY OR CORRESPONDENCE WILL BE ENTERTAINED.
DATE OF WALK-IN-INTERVIEW – 30th September and 01st, 05th, 06th & 07th October, 2026
(Reporting Time: 09:30 AM to 11:30 AM)
VENUE –Sugandh Sandesh Auditorium, CSIR-CIMAP, Lucknow
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