Walk-In Interview: Research Opportunities at CSIR-IHBT, Palampur

The CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT), Palampur, is inviting applications for several project-based positions. These roles offer a chance to work in a premier national laboratory focused on Himalayan bioresources, plant sciences, and aromatic missions.

Vacant Positions & Eligibility

The recruitment is split across two days based on the research area.

Day 1: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry & Biotechnology (January 28, 2026)

Post Code	Position	Essential Qualification	Stipend (Monthly)
1001	Project Associate-I	M.Sc. Biotechnology / Molecular Biology / Biochemistry / Plant Breeding	₹31,000* / ₹25,000 + HRA
1002	Project Associate-I	M.Sc. Botany / Biotech / Biochem / Microbiology / Virology	₹31,000* / ₹25,000 + 9% HRA
1003	Research Associate-I	Ph.D. in Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Biological Science	₹58,000 + 9% HRA

*Higher stipend for NET/GATE/National level exam qualified candidates.

Day 2: Agriculture, Floriculture & Aroma Mission (January 29, 2026)

Post Code	Position	Essential Qualification	Stipend (Monthly)
1004	Project Associate-I	M.Sc. Agriculture / Botany / Horticulture	₹31,000* / ₹25,000 + HRA
1005	Project Assistant-II	B.Sc. from a recognized university	₹20,000 + HRA
1006	Project Associate-I	M.Sc. Agriculture in Agronomy	₹31,000* / ₹25,000 + HRA

Research Focus & Project Details

Stress Biology (Post 1001/1002): Investigating chloroplast-triggered programmed cell death in Arabidopsis thaliana.
Mitochondrial Research (Post 1003): Thermosensing mechanisms in Camellia sinensis (Tea plant).
Rural Empowerment (Post 1004/1006): CSIR-Aroma Mission Phase-III, focusing on aromatic plant cultivation and value addition.
Beekeeping & Floriculture (Post 1005): CSIR-Floriculture Mission, specifically involving the rearing and handling of honey bees.

Walk-In Schedule & Venue

Candidates must report by 09:30 AM. No candidate will be allowed after 10:00 AM.

Venue: CSIR-IHBT, Palampur (Himachal Pradesh).
Dates: * Post Codes 1001–1003: January 28, 2026
- Post Codes 1004–1006: January 29, 2026

Important Application Instructions

Preparation: Download the application form from ihbt.res.in.
Documents: Bring the filled form with a color photo, plus original certificates and a set of self-attested photocopies (Age, Qualification, Experience, Caste).
Multiple Posts: If applying for more than one post code, you must submit separate application forms for each.
Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women; 3 years for OBC.
Selection: May involve a written MCQ test followed by an interview on the same day.