CSIR-IHBT Announces Walk-in-Interviews for Project Positions

The CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT) in Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, is holding a series of walk-in-interviews for multiple temporary positions across various projects. These roles are for Project Associate-I and Senior Project Associate and are open to candidates with backgrounds in a wide range of scientific fields.

Available Positions and Key Details

Here is a breakdown of the open positions, categorized by the area of expertise:

Biotechnology & Life Sciences

Project Associate-I (Post Code: 13001)
- Project Title: “Deciphering the Genetics for Enhancing Yield and Nutritional potential of Buckwheat”
- Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Botany, Genetics, and Plant Breeding.
- Stipend: ₹25,000 + 8% HRA.
- Interview Date: September 23, 2025.
Project Associate-I (Post Code: 13002)
- Project Title: “Unraveling the intricacies of plant microbe interactions…”
- Essential Qualification: Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Life Science, or Biochemistry.
- Stipend: ₹25,000 + 9% HRA.
- Interview Date: September 23, 2025.

Pharmacology & Botany

Project Associate-I (Post Code: 13003)
- Project Title: “CSIR – Phytopharmaceutical Mission – Phase-III”
- Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Botany.
- Stipend: ₹31,000 + HRA for NET/GATE qualifiers; ₹25,000 + HRA for others.
- Interview Date: September 23, 2025.

Chemistry & Pharmaceutical Science

Project Associate-I (Post Code: 13004)
- Project Title: “CSIR – Aroma Mission Phase-III…”
- Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry.
- Stipend: ₹31,000 + HRA for NET/GATE qualifiers; ₹25,000 + HRA for others.
- Interview Date: September 24, 2025.
Senior Project Associate (Post Code: 13005)
- Project Title: “CRM 2- Candidate Indian Certified Reference Materials…”
- Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in Chemical/Pharmaceutical Science OR M.Sc. in Chemistry / M.Pharma with three years of research experience.
- Stipend: ₹42,000 + HRA.
- Interview Date: September 24, 2025.

Agriculture, Forestry, and Horticulture

Project Associate-I (Post Code: 13006)
- Project Title: “Collection, Conservation and Characterization of Fritillaria cirrhosa germplasm”
- Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Agriculture (Agronomy, Soil Science) or M.Sc. in Forestry (Medicinal and Aromatic Plant).
- Stipend: ₹25,000 + 8% HRA.
- Interview Date: September 25, 2025.
Project Associate-I (Post Code: 13007)
- Project Title: “Study of ecosystem responses to early snow melting…”
- Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Botany, Forestry, or Agriculture.
- Stipend: ₹31,000 + 8% HRA for NET/GATE qualifiers; ₹25,000 + 8% HRA for others.
- Interview Date: September 25, 2025.
Project Associate-I (Post Code: 13008)
- Project Title: “Introduction of low chilling varieties of apple…”
- Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Horticulture (specialization in Fruit Science) or M.Sc. in Agriculture (Agronomy/Soil Science).
- Stipend: ₹31,000 + 8% HRA for NET/GATE qualifiers; ₹25,000 + 8% HRA for others.
- Interview Date: September 25, 2025.

Application and Interview Process

Venue: CSIR-IHBT, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh.
Time: All candidates must report by 9:30 AM.
Documents: Bring the prescribed application form (available on the IHBT website) with a recent photo, along with self-attested photocopies of all educational qualifications, age proof, and experience certificates. Original documents must also be presented for verification.
Multiple Applications: If you are applying for more than one position, you must submit a separate application form for each post code.
Important Note: The positions are temporary and co-terminus with the projects. No TA/DA will be provided for the interview, and online interviews will not be entertained.