The CSIR–Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysuru, a constituent laboratory of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), has invited online applications for 28 Technician (1) posts vide Advertisement No. Rec.02/2026. The vacancies are spread across 13 trades including Fitter, Electrician, Welder and COPA. The online application window opens on 19 October 2026 and closes on 18 November 2026, and candidates with SSLC/10th pass with Science subjects with at least 55% marks along with the prescribed ITI/trade qualification are eligible to apply. The post carries Pay Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 63,200). Read the notification for eligibility, selection process, pay scale and all other information.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released (Advt No. Rec.02/2026) | October 2026 |
| Online application start | 19 October 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last date to apply online | 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last date for receipt of hard copy at CSIR-CFTRI Mysuru | 26 November 2026 |
| Trade test / written exam date | To be notified |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Ex-Servicemen | Nil (as reported) |
Payment mode: online, as per the official notification. The category-wise fee position is reported by multiple job portals but was not verified against the notification PDF — candidates should confirm the final fee in the official notification before paying.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technician (1) — Fitter, Electrician, Welder, COPA and 9 other trades | Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 63,200) | 28 | SSLC/10th with Science (55%) + ITI / trade certificate / apprenticeship / work experience |
| Total | — | 28 | — |
The 28 vacancies are provisional and spread across 13 trades including Fitter, Electrician, Welder and COPA; the trade-wise vacancy split is to be confirmed in the detailed notification. The notification also reports 2 posts reserved for Ex-Servicemen and 2 posts for PwBD candidates (as reported). The place of posting is Mysuru, Karnataka, with all-India transfer liability.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have passed SSLC/10th class with Science subjects with at least 55% marks, and must additionally hold the prescribed relevant ITI/trade certificate, completed apprenticeship training, or the qualifying work experience prescribed for the trade applied for. The exact post-wise trade and certificate requirements are given in the official notification — candidates should match their trade certificate against the trade-wise requirements before applying.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit (as on 18/11/2026) |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 18 years |
| Maximum age | 28 years |
Relaxation in the upper age limit for reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and others) as per Government rules.
Salary / Pay Scale
The Technician (1) post is placed in Pay Level 2 of the pay matrix, with a pay scale of Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 63,200. In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will receive dearness allowance, house rent allowance, transport allowance and other admissible allowances as per CSIR rules.
Selection Process
- Application screening (shortlisting on eligibility)
- Qualifying trade test
- Competitive written examination
The selection process is reported by job portals as screening followed by a qualifying trade test and a competitive written examination; the official notification is the final authority on the stages and their qualifying nature.
Exam Pattern
The exact subject-wise exam pattern (number of questions, marks distribution, duration and negative marking) is to be notified in the detailed notification. Candidates should rely only on the official CSIR-CFTRI notification for the final written examination scheme.
Documents Required
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature (format and size as per the official notification)
- SSLC/10th mark sheet and certificate
- ITI/trade certificate, apprenticeship certificate or work experience certificate
- Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates (if applicable)
- PwBD / Ex-Serviceman certificate (if applicable)
- Photo ID proof (Aadhaar card, PAN card, voter ID or driving licence)
- Signed printout of the submitted online application (to be sent as hard copy by 26 November 2026)
All format and size specifications for the photograph and signature should be taken from the official notification — do not rely on unverified specifications from third-party sources.
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before filling the form.
- Visit the CSIR-CFTRI recruitment portal at recruitment.cftri.res.in.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the online application form with personal, educational and trade details.
- Upload the photograph, signature and required certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable to your category.
- Submit the form before 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM) and take a printout.
- Sign the printed application and send the hard copy so that it reaches CSIR-CFTRI, Mysuru on or before 26 November 2026.
Interested candidates can read the full notification before applying.
Some Useful Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs
Q. How many posts are there in CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026?
A. There are 28 Technician (1) posts across 13 trades under Advertisement No. Rec.02/2026.
Q. What is the last date to apply for CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026?
A. Online applications close on 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM); the signed hard copy must reach CSIR-CFTRI Mysuru by 26 November 2026.
Q. What is the qualification for CFTRI Technician 2026?
A. SSLC/10th pass with Science subjects with at least 55% marks, plus the prescribed relevant ITI/trade certificate, apprenticeship training, or qualifying work experience.
Q. What is the age limit for CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026?
A. 18 to 28 years as on 18 November 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories as per Government rules.
Q. What is the application fee for CFTRI Technician 2026?
A. Rs. 500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates; no fee for SC/ST/PwBD/Women/Ex-servicemen as reported. Confirm the final fee position in the official notification.
Q. What is the pay scale for CFTRI Technician (1)?
A. Pay Level 2, Rs. 19,900 – Rs. 63,200, plus allowances as per CSIR rules.
Q. What is the selection process for CFTRI Technician 2026?
A. Application screening, followed by a qualifying trade test and a competitive written examination, as reported.
Sources: CSIR-CFTRI Advertisement No. Rec.02/2026; www.cftri.res.in.
We wish all candidates the best for their application.