CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (CSIR-IHBT) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Project Assistant-I and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 14 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the offline process.
Offline applications for the vacancies of Project Assistant-I and other Posts are open. The last date to apply is 21 August 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application well before the deadline.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Project Assistant-I and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
CSIR – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | 1 | Rs.18000-18000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Senior-PAT (Chemistry) | 1 | Rs.42000-42000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Chemistry) | 1 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Scientist-I (Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Biochemistry) | 1 | Rs.56000-56000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-II (Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Biochemistry) | 1 | Rs.28000-35000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | 1 | Rs.18000-18000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Senior-PAT (Biotechnology, Microbiology) | 1 | Rs.42000-42000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Scientist-I (Plant Virology) | 1 | Rs.56000-56000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Principal-PAT (Plant Virology) | No Details | Rs.49000-49000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Senior-PAT (Plant Virology) | No Details | Rs.42000-42000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-II (Microbiology, Biotechnology) | 1 | Rs.28000-35000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Agriculture, Forestry, Botany) | 1 | Rs.25000-31000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Botany, Forestry, Environmental Sciences) | 1 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Assistant-II (Biology) | 1 | Rs.20000-20000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Botany, Environmental Sciences) | 1 | Rs.25000-25000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Statistics, Agriculture) | No Details | Rs.25000-25000/- | Himachal Pradesh |
| Total Vacancies: | 13 |
CSIR Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for CSIR-IHBT Project Assistant-I and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Senior-PAT (Chemistry) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Chemistry) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Scientist-I (Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Biochemistry) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-II (Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Biochemistry) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Senior-PAT (Biotechnology, Microbiology) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Scientist-I (Plant Virology) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Principal-PAT (Plant Virology) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Senior-PAT (Plant Virology) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-II (Microbiology, Biotechnology) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Agriculture, Forestry, Botany) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Botany, Forestry, Environmental Sciences) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Assistant-II (Biology) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Botany, Environmental Sciences) | Himachal Pradesh |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Statistics, Agriculture) | Himachal Pradesh |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology for Project Assistant-I and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | 35 | |
| Senior-PAT (Chemistry) | 35 | |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Chemistry) | 35 | |
| Project Scientist-I (Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Biochemistry) | 35 | |
| Project Associate PAT-II (Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Botany, Biochemistry) | 35 | |
| Project Assistant-I (PA-I) | 35 | |
| Senior-PAT (Biotechnology, Microbiology) | 35 | |
| Project Scientist-I (Plant Virology) | 35 | |
| Principal-PAT (Plant Virology) | 35 | |
| Senior-PAT (Plant Virology) | 35 | |
| Project Associate PAT-II (Microbiology, Biotechnology) | 35 | |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Agriculture, Forestry, Botany) | 35 | |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Botany, Forestry, Environmental Sciences) | 35 | |
| Project Assistant-II (Biology) | 35 | |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Botany, Environmental Sciences) | 35 | |
| Project Associate PAT-I (Statistics, Agriculture) | 35 |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Project Assistant-I and other Posts will be carried out through Walk-in Interview, 18 August 2026 to 21 August 2026. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for CSIR Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
The application for this recruitment of CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology is offline. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment offline by sending the form to Venue: CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh. Walk-in interview from 2026-08-18 to 2026-08-21. (get form from https://www.ihbt.res.in/components/com_chronoforms5/chronoforms/uploads/Recruitment/20260806160516_Final_Advt._no._14_by_2026_with_Application_Form.pdf) before 21 August 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Click Here |
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |