CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow will hold walk-in interviews on 16 and 17 November 2026 for 35 project positions under Advertisement No. 11/Project/2026.
Full details are below. More updates are on our Latest Sarkari Naukri page.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI), Lucknow |
| Post Name | Research Associate, Senior Research Fellow, Young Professional II, Young Professional I |
| Total Posts | 35 |
| Pay | Research Associate: Rs. 67,000 (Ph.D.) or Rs. 61,000 (Master’s) + HRA; Senior Research Fellow: Rs. 37,000 + HRA (Rs. 42,000 in 3rd year); Young Professional II: Rs. 42,000 fixed; Young Professional I: Rs. 30,000 fixed |
| Age Limit | RA: up to 40 years. SRF: up to 35 years. Young Professional: 21 to 45 years. Relaxation: SC, ST, PwBD and Women 5 years, OBC 3 years |
| Application Fee | Not specified |
| Application Mode | Walk-in |
| Job Location | Lucknow |
| Last Date | 17 November 2026 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| RA and SRF Interview | 16 November 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Young Professional Interview | 17 November 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Reach By | One hour before, for document check |
| Venue | K. N. Kaul Block, CSIR-NBRI, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow |
CSIR-NBRI Walk-in Recruitment 2026 Category Wise Vacancy
A break-up by UR, OBC, SC, ST or EWS is not given. Posts are listed below.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Research Associate | 8 |
| Senior Research Fellow | 10 |
| Young Professional II | 11 |
| Young Professional I | 6 |
Application Fee
Not specified.
Age Limit
RA: up to 40 years. SRF: up to 35 years. Young Professional: 21 to 45 years. Relaxation: SC, ST, PwBD and Women 5 years, OBC 3 years.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Research Associate | Doctorate in Life Sciences, Botany, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology or Bioinformatics; or M.Sc. in these subjects with NET, 3 years of R&D work and one SCI or NAAS (4.0 or above) paper |
| Senior Research Fellow | M.Sc. (Ag.) or M.Sc. in Botany, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences, with NET and 2 years of R&D work |
| Young Professional II | M.Sc. in Botany, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences |
| Young Professional I | Graduate in Science, Computer, Management or BA with lab experience; or a diploma in a relevant field |
Selection Process
- Document check
- Screening MCQ test, only if many candidates come
- Interview before the Selection Committee
- Panel of recommended candidates
CSIR-NBRI Walk-in Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
There is no fixed exam. An objective MCQ screening test may be held if a large number of candidates attend, and its marks pattern is not given.
Salary and Terms
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Research Associate | Rs. 67,000 (Ph.D.) or Rs. 61,000 (Master’s) + HRA |
| Senior Research Fellow | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (Rs. 42,000 in 3rd year) |
| Young Professional II | Rs. 42,000 fixed |
| Young Professional I | Rs. 30,000 fixed |
- Purely temporary, and linked to the project
- HRA as per project sanction
- No TA or DA
- Numbers may change at selection
- Result-awaited candidates are not considered
How to Apply for CSIR-NBRI Walk-in Recruitment 2026
- Get the form at the venue, or download it from nbri.res.in
- Reach the venue one hour before 11:00 AM on your date
Documents Required
- One latest photo
- Original documents
- Self-attested certificate copies from Class 10
- Date of birth certificate
- Experience certificate
Useful Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| CSIR-NBRI Website | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the CSIR-NBRI walk-in?
Please see the dates: RA and SRF Interview is 16 November 2026 (11:00 AM).
How many posts are in CSIR-NBRI Walk-in Recruitment 2026?
The total is 35.
What is the pay for CSIR-NBRI posts?
Pay: Research Associate: Rs. 67,000 (Ph.D.) or Rs. 61,000 (Master’s) + HRA; Senior Research Fellow: Rs. 37,000 + HRA (Rs. 42,000 in 3rd year); Young Professional II: Rs. 42,000 fixed; Young Professional I: Rs. 30,000 fixed.
How are candidates selected?
Document check. Screening MCQ test, only if many candidates come. Interview before the Selection Committee. Panel of recommended candidates.
What is the age limit?
RA: up to 40 years. SRF: up to 35 years. Young Professional: 21 to 45 years. Relaxation: SC, ST, PwBD and Women 5 years, OBC 3 years.
What is the application fee?
A fee is not specified.
Disclaimer: Candidates should check all details in the official CSIR-NBRI notification before applying.