Thumbnail: Viksit Haryana | CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026, 28 posts, last date 18 November 2026
If you passed Class 10 with Science and at least 55% marks and hold an ITI certificate, this is a government job worth your attention. CSIR–Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysuru, has opened direct recruitment for 28 Technician (1) posts — with starting monthly emoluments of about Rs 37,260.
The online form closes on 18 November 2026 at 11:59 PM, but filling the form is only half the job. A signed hard copy must also reach Mysuru by 26 November 2026 — the second deadline that candidates most often miss. Here is the complete process.
CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Institute | CSIR–Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysuru |
| Advertisement No. | Rec.02/2026 |
| Post | Technician (1), Group C |
| Total vacancies | 28 posts (13 trades) |
| Pay scale | Pay Level 2 — Rs 19,900–63,200 (about Rs 37,260/month at the start) |
| Online applications | 19 October 2026 (10:00 AM) to 18 November 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Last date for hard copy | 26 November 2026 |
| Trade test / written exam | Dates not announced yet |
| Apply online | recruitment.cftri.res.in |
Who Benefits Most from This Recruitment?
The biggest winners are young candidates with Class 10 (Science) at 55% or above and an ITI or National/State Trade Certificate in one of 13 trades. If you do not hold an ITI certificate, two other routes are open — two years of full-time apprenticeship in the trade, or three years of work experience in a government department or PSU.
Note that only five trades carry an Unreserved post — Fitter, Electronics Mechanic, Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant), COPA and Carpenter. In the other eight trades, every post is reserved for a specific category, so read your trade’s row before you apply.
Trade-Wise Vacancies (Full List)
| Post code | Trade | Posts | Category split |
|---|---|---|---|
| TE01 | Fitter | 6 | UR 2, EWS 1, SC 1, OBC (NCL) 2 |
| TE02 | Electronics Mechanic | 7 | UR 4, EWS 1, SC 1, OBC (NCL) 1 |
| TE03 | Instrument Mechanic | 1 | OBC (NCL) 1 |
| TE04 | Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) | 2 | UR 1, SC 1 |
| TE05 | COPA | 2 | UR 1, OBC (NCL) 1 |
| TE06 | ICT System Maintenance | 1 | OBC (NCL) 1 |
| TE07 | Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician | 2 | SC 1, OBC (NCL) 1 |
| TE08 | Electrician | 2 | EWS 1, ST 1 |
| TE09 | Carpenter | 1 | UR 1 |
| TE10 | Plumber | 1 | EWS 1 |
| TE11 | Sheet Metal Worker | 1 | OBC (NCL) 1 |
| TE12 | Turner | 1 | EWS 1 |
| TE13 | Welder | 1 | OBC (NCL) 1 |
| Total | 13 trades | 28 | UR 9, EWS 5, SC 4, ST 1, OBC (NCL) 9 |
The vacancy count is provisional — the notice says it may go down at the time of selection.
Eligibility: What You Need Besides Class 10 and ITI
Educational qualification
- Class 10 (SSC) with Science subjects, minimum 55% marks.
- Plus an ITI / National or State Trade Certificate in the trade, or two years of full-time apprentice training, or three years of work experience in the trade in a Ministry, Department, PSU or autonomous body of the Central Government, a State or a Union Territory.
- Your result must have been declared on or before 18 November 2026.
Age limit (as on 18 November 2026)
- 18 to 28 years.
- SC/ST get 5 extra years and OBC (NCL) 3 extra years — only in trades where that category has a reserved post.
- PwBD (40% or more) get 10 years, ex-servicemen 3 years after deducting military service, and regular government employees up to 5 years.
How Much Is the Application Fee?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs 500 (per post code) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Ex-servicemen | Nil |
The fee is paid through SBI Collect. If you apply for more than one trade, each post code needs a separate application, a separate fee and a separate set of documents. The fee is non-refundable in every case.
Selection Process: Trade Test, Then a 300-Mark Merit
- Screening / shortlisting — a committee sets its own criteria and shortlists candidates.
- Trade test — in your own trade, qualifying only (its marks do not count in the final list).
- Paper-I: Mental Ability Test — 50 questions, 100 marks, 1 hour, qualifying, no negative marking.
- Paper-II: General Awareness (25 questions, 75 marks) + English Language (25 questions, 75 marks) — 30 minutes combined, 1 mark deducted per wrong answer.
- Paper-III: Trade subject — 50 questions, 150 marks, 1 hour, 1 mark deducted per wrong answer.
The final merit list is drawn on Paper-II + Paper-III (300 marks) only. Questions are in English and Hindi, except the English language questions. There is no re-evaluation of scores.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official portal recruitment.cftri.res.in and register with your name, email ID and mobile number.
- Fill and lock your profile — it cannot be changed after locking.
- Complete the seven tabs: Apply, Personal Details, Education, Experience, Additional details, Uploads, and Preview and Submit.
- Upload your photo (JPG, under 50 KB) and signature (JPG, under 50 KB); the live photo is captured through a webcam or phone QR code.
- Pay the Rs 500 fee through SBI Collect and upload the e-receipt by 11:59 PM on 18 November 2026.
- Print the filled form, sign it, and send it with supporting documents to reach CFTRI by 26 November 2026 at: Recruitment Section (E-I Section), CSIR-CFTRI, Cheluvamba Mansion, Opposite Rail Museum, Mysuru – 570020, Karnataka.
Documents Required
- Class 10 mark sheet and certificate (Science, 55%)
- ITI / Trade Certificate, or apprenticeship / experience certificate
- Category certificate (Central List OBC certificate; EWS Income & Asset Certificate for 2026-27)
- PwBD / ex-serviceman certificate (if applicable)
- Photograph and signature (JPG, under 50 KB each)
- SBI Collect e-receipt
Important Links
- Official recruitment portal — recruitment.cftri.res.in
- Official website — cftri.res.in
- Notification: Advertisement No. Rec.02/2026 (read the detailed notification on the official website)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many posts are there in the CSIR CFTRI Technician Recruitment 2026?
There are 28 posts across 13 trades. Electronics Mechanic has the most (7), followed by Fitter (6).
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The online form closes on 18 November 2026 at 11:59 PM, and the signed hard copy must reach CFTRI by 26 November 2026.
Q3. What is the salary of a CFTRI Technician (1)?
Pay Level 2 — Rs 19,900–63,200. The notice puts the starting monthly emoluments at about Rs 37,260 at Mysuru.
Q4. Can I apply without an ITI certificate?
Yes, if you have two years of full-time apprenticeship or three years of work experience in the same trade in a government department or PSU — but Class 10 with Science and 55% marks is compulsory in every case.
Q5. When will the exam be held?
The trade test and written exam dates have not been officially announced yet. They will be published on the CFTRI website when declared.
Q6. Can I apply for more than one trade?
Yes, if you are eligible for each — but every post code needs a separate application, a separate Rs 500 fee and a separate set of documents.
Q7. Who is exempt from the application fee?
SC, ST, PwBD, women and ex-serviceman candidates pay no fee, but they must upload proof of their claim.
Note: This information is based on the official advertisement Rec.02/2026. Read the detailed notification on the official website cftri.res.in before applying.
