๐ข INTRODUCTION
CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026 is now open for 28 Technician (1) posts across 13 trades at CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysuru. If you are searching for an odisha govt job or central jobs in Odisha that 10th + ITI holders can apply for, this is a strong chance: candidates from all states, including Odisha, can apply online from 19 October to 18 November 2026.
๐ JOB OVERVIEW
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysuru |
| Parent Body | Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) |
| Advertisement No. | Rec.02/2026 |
| Post Name | Technician (1) |
| Total Vacancy | 28 Posts (13 Trades) |
| Job Location | Mysuru HQ and CFTRI centres (Hyderabad, Mumbai, Lucknow); transferable across India |
| Application Mode | Online + Hard Copy by Post (both mandatory) |
| Category | Central Government Job |
๐ IMPORTANT DATES FOR CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | October 2026 |
| Online Apply Starting Date | 19 October 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date to Download Application Printout | 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last Date for Hard Copy to Reach Institute | 26 November 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
๐ CSIR CFTRI TECHNICIAN RECRUITMENT VACANCY DETAILS
| Post Code | Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| TE01 | Fitter | 6 |
| TE02 | Electronics Mechanic | 7 |
| TE03 | Instrument Mechanic | 1 |
| TE04 | Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) | 2 |
| TE05 | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | 2 |
| TE06 | ICT System Maintenance | 1 |
| TE07 | Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician | 2 |
| TE08 | Electrician | 2 |
| TE09 | Carpenter | 1 |
| TE10 | Plumber | 1 |
| TE11 | Sheet Metal Worker | 1 |
| TE12 | Turner | 1 |
| TE13 | Welder | 1 |
| Total | 28 |
๐งพ Category-Wise Vacancy FOR CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment
| Post Code | UR | EWS | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TE01 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| TE02 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 7 |
| TE03 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| TE04 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| TE05 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| TE06 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| TE07 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| TE08 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| TE09 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| TE10 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| TE11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| TE12 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| TE13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 9 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 9 | 28 |
๐ CSIR CFTRI TECHNICIAN RECRUITMENT ELIGIBILITY (EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION)
Basic requirement for all trades: 10th / SSC pass with Science subjects and at least 55% marks.
Along with 10th, you must meet any ONE of these three routes in the same trade you apply for:
| Route | Requirement (in addition to 10th with Science, 55%) |
|---|---|
| Route 1 โ Trade Certificate | ITI Certificate or National/State Trade Certificate in the relevant trade |
| Route 2 โ Apprenticeship | 2 years of full-time apprenticeship training in the relevant trade from a recognized institution |
| Route 3 โ Work Experience | 3 years of relevant experience in a Central/State/UT Govt Ministry, Department, PSU or Autonomous Body |
๐ ITI is not compulsory if you qualify through Route 2 or Route 3.
๐ Your trade certificate, apprenticeship or experience must match the post code you choose.
๐ Cut-off date for qualification and experience: 18 November 2026.
๐ AGE LIMIT (as on 18 November 2026)
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 28 Years |
โณ Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years (for posts reserved for that category) |
| OBC (NCL) | 3 Years (for posts reserved for OBC) |
| PwBD | 10 Years (more for reserved categories as per rules) |
| Regular Govt / CSIR Employees | Up to 5 Years (subject to service conditions) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Govt rules |
| Widows / Divorced / Judicially Separated Women | Up to 35 Years (40 Years for SC/ST), with conditions |
๐ฐ SALARY DETAILS FOR CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 2 (7th CPC) |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 19,900 โ Rs. 63,200 |
| Grade Pay | Not applicable (Pay Level system) |
| Approx. Monthly Salary | Rs. 37,260 (at Mysuru, including HRA) |
| Other Benefits | DA, Transport Allowance, Medical, LTC, Childrenโs Education Allowance, Pension |
๐ณ APPLICATION FEES
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / UR | Rs. 500 |
| EWS / OBC (NCL) | Rs. 500 |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| PwBD / Women / Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
| Payment Mode | Online via SBI Collect (non-refundable) |
๐ After paying, you must enter transaction details and upload the SBI Collect e-receipt on the portal by 18 November 2026. Payment alone does not complete your application.
โ SELECTION PROCESS FOR CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment
- Screening โ Applications and documents are checked for eligibility.
- Trade Test โ Practical test in your trade. It is qualifying only.
- Written Exam โ Objective exam with Paper I, Paper II and Paper III.
- Merit List โ Prepared on Paper II + Paper III marks only (Paper I is qualifying).
- Document Verification โ Final eligibility check and joining formalities.
๐ Exam Pattern
| Paper | Subject | Questions | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paper I | Mental Ability Test | 50 | 100 | 60 Min |
| Paper II | General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 30 Min |
| Paper II | English Language | 25 | 75 | (combined) |
| Paper III | Concerned Trade | 50 | 150 | 60 Min |
| Total | 150 | 400 | 150 Min |
- Paper I: 2 marks per right answer, no negative marking.
- Paper II and III: 3 marks per right answer, 1 mark cut for each wrong answer.
- Medium: English and Hindi (except the English section).
- Level: 10th + ITI / 12th standard.
๐ REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment
- Signed printout of the online application form
- Recent passport-size colour photograph
- 10th / SSC certificate and marksheet
- ITI / National or State Trade Certificate (if applying via Route 1)
- Apprenticeship certificate or work experience certificate (if applicable)
- Date of birth proof
- SC / ST / OBC (NCL) / EWS certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD or Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate from employer (for serving employees)
- SBI Collect fee receipt (if fee is paid)
- Other supporting certificates as per notification
๐ All copies must be self-attested. Upload clear scans online too.
๐๏ธ HOW TO APPLY FOR CSIR CFTRI TECHNICIAN RECRUITMENT 2026 (STEP-BY-STEP)
- Visit official website โ Open the CFTRI recruitment portal (link below).
- Find recruitment section โ Select โRecruitment for the post of Technician (1)โ under Advt. No. Rec.02/2026.
- Register โ Read the instructions and complete online registration.
- Fill application form โ Enter personal, educational, category and experience details. Choose your trade and post code.
- Upload documents โ Upload photo, signature, certificates and supporting files.
- Pay fees (if applicable) โ Pay Rs. 500 via SBI Collect, then enter payment details and upload the receipt.
- Submit form โ Preview, submit and note your Application Number.
- Download printout โ Save and print the completed form before 18 November 2026, 11:59 PM.
- Send hard copy โ Sign the printout, attach a colour photo and self-attested documents, and send by Speed Post / Registered Post so it reaches by 26 November 2026.
๐ฎ Hard Copy Address:
Recruitment Section (E-I Section),
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute,
Cheluvamba Mansion (Opposite Rail Museum),
Mysuru โ 570020, Karnataka
โ๏ธ Write on the envelope: APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF โ________โ, Post Code ______, Advertisement No. Rec.02/2026
๐ IMPORTANT LINKS FOR CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment
| Link | Click |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF | CLICK HERE |
| Apply Online | CLICK HERE |
| Fee Payment (SBI Collect) | CLICK HERE |
| Official Website | CLICK HERE |
โ ๏ธ IMPORTANT POINTS
- Both steps are compulsory: online form + hard copy by post. Without the hard copy, your application will be rejected.
- Late post not accepted: postal delays are not an excuse, so send early.
- Multiple trades: you can apply for more than one post code, but each needs a separate application, fee and documents.
- Reservation: 2 posts are for Ex-Servicemen and 2 for PwBD (included in the 28). PwBD posts are under Electronics Mechanic and COPA.
- Unreserved posts: check carefully whether age relaxation applies to your chosen post, since relaxation is linked to reserved posts.
- Experience route: 3 years of relevant experience must be from a Govt Ministry, Department, PSU or Autonomous Body.
- Certificates: reserved category certificates must be in the Government of India format.
- Transfer: selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India within CSIR labs.
โ FAQ For CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment
Q1. What is the last date to apply for CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment?
The online last date is 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM). The hard copy must reach the institute by 26 November 2026.
Q2. What is the qualification for CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment?
10th pass with Science and 55% marks, plus ITI / Trade Certificate, OR 2 years of apprenticeship, OR 3 years of relevant Govt-sector experience in the same trade.
Q3. What is the salary for CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment?
Pay Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 โ 63,200), with an approximate monthly salary of Rs. 37,260 at Mysuru.
Q4. How to apply for CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment?
Apply online on the CFTRI recruitment portal, pay the fee if applicable, then post the signed printout with documents to CFTRI Mysuru.
