CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysuru, has invited online applications from eligible Indian citizens for 28 Technician (1) vacancies under Advertisement No. Rec.02/2026. Candidates with 10th qualification and the relevant ITI certificate or prescribed trade experience can apply for these posts.
The online application process will begin on 19 October 2026, and the last date to apply online is 18 November 2026. Candidates must also send a signed hard copy of the application with the required documents by 26 November 2026.
CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | CSIR-CFTRI, Mysuru |
| Post Name | Technician (1) |
| Advertisement No. | Rec.02/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 28 |
| Job Location | Mysuru, Karnataka |
| Application Mode | Online + Hard Copy |
| Pay Level | Level 2 |
| Pay Scale | ₹19,900–₹63,200 |
| Approx. Monthly Emoluments | ₹37,260 |
| Official Website | cftri.res.in |
CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 19 October 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 November 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Submission | 26 November 2026 |
CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹500 |
| SC / ST | Exempted |
| PwBD Candidates | Exempted |
| Women Candidates | Exempted |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026 Vacancies and Qualification
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 6 | 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade |
| Electronics Mechanic | 7 | 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade |
| Instrument Mechanic | 1 | 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade |
| Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) | 2 | 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade |
| Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | 2 | 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade |
| Information & Communication Technology System Maintenance | 1 | 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade |
| Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician | 2 | 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade |
| Electrician | 2 | 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade |
| Carpenter | 1 | 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade |
| Plumber | 1 | 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade |
| Sheet Metal Worker | 1 | 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade |
| Turner | 1 | 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade |
| Welder | 1 | 10th Pass + ITI in relevant trade |
| Total | 28 |
CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age is 28 years as of 18 November 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per the prescribed rules, including 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC (NCL) candidates against reserved posts. Additional relaxations apply to eligible PwBD candidates, Ex-Servicemen, certain government employees and other eligible categories under the notification.
CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Shortlisting
- Trade Test
- Written Exam
- Medical Test
CSIR CFTRI Technician Exam Pattern
The written examination will be conducted in OMR-based or computer-based objective multiple-choice format. The standard is SSC + ITI/XII, and the questions will generally be available in English and Hindi, except English-language questions.
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper-I | Mental Ability Test | 50 | 100 | 1 hour |
| Paper-II | General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 30 minutes |
| Paper-II | English Language | 25 | 75 | Included above |
| Paper-III | Concerned Trade Subject | 50 | 150 | 1 hour |
| Total | 150 | 400 | 2 hours 30 minutes |
- Paper-I has no negative marking and is qualifying in nature.
- Paper-II and Paper-III carry one negative mark for each incorrect answer.
- Final merit is prepared using the marks obtained in Paper-II and Paper-III.
CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026 Important Documents
Candidates should prepare the following documents for online submission and hard-copy dispatch:
- 10th/Matriculation certificate or marksheet showing date of birth.
- Relevant ITI/trade certificate and educational marksheets.
- Experience or apprenticeship certificate, where applicable.
- Recent passport-size colour photograph.
- Signature and identity-related details as required by the application.
- SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS certificate, if applicable.
- PwBD or Ex-Servicemen certificate, if applicable.
- Application fee receipt, where applicable.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) for eligible candidates employed in Government/CSIR/PSU or other specified organizations.
- Name-change Gazette notification or affidavit, if applicable.
How to Apply for CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official recruitment portal at recruitment.cftri.res.in.
- Open the Technician (1) Recruitment 2026 application link.
- Complete registration and enter the required personal, educational and trade details.
- Upload the photograph, signature and relevant certificates.
- Pay the ₹500 application fee if applicable and submit the online application by 18 November 2026.
- Download and print the completed application form, sign it, and attach the required self-attested documents.
- Send the hard copy by Speed Post or Registered Post so that it reaches the institute by 26 November 2026.
CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026 Official Notification | Notification |
| CSIR CFTRI Official Website | CSIR CFTRI |
