CSIR IHBT Recruitment: Govt Chemistry Jobs | Project Associate Roles
CSIR IHBT Chemistry Job 2026 notification announces Government Chemistry Jobs for qualified M.Sc Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Phytochemistry, Biochemistry, and M.Pharm candidates. CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (CSIR-IHBT), Palampur, has released Project Associate-I vacancies under sponsored research projects. These positions are offered on a temporary and project basis, providing an opportunity to work in research areas including Natural Product Chemistry, Photochemistry, Antioxidant Studies, and Analytical Techniques.
About CSIR-IHBT
CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (CSIR-IHBT) is a premier research institute under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Government of India. Located in Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, CSIR-IHBT works on biotechnology, natural products, plant resources, and scientific innovations. The institute provides opportunities for researchers, scientists, and Chemistry graduates to contribute to advanced research projects and technology development.
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CSIR-IHBT
| Position Code | Position Name | No. of Posts | Qualification (Chemistry Related) | Salary/Stipend | Project Name | Experience/Skills |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9012 | Project Associate-I | 01 | Master’s / Integrated Master’s Degree in Chemistry / Biochemistry / Phytochemistry / Organic Chemistry from a recognized university | ₹30,000 + 10% HRA | Investigations on the photochemistry and antioxidant activities of lesser-known value Urtica ardens of the western Himalayan effect on inflammation in in-vitro/in-vivo models (GAP0375) | Knowledge of Natural Product Chemistry, Analytical Techniques, in-vitro cell lines, and experimental animal handling preferred |
| 9015 | Project Associate-I | 01 | M.Sc. Chemistry / M.Pharm from a recognized university | ₹25,000 + HRA | Profiling and characterizing the microalgae-based products for biostimulant and aquaculture feed application (SSP-0185) | Experience in Natural Product Chemistry preferred |
General Instructions
- Candidates reporting for interview after 10.00 AM will not be allowed to appear for interview.
- Eligible candidates may appear for “Walk-in-Interview(s)” along with the prescribed application format available on www.ihbt.res.in with self-attested photocopies of testimonials.
- Age relaxation for SC/ST/PwBD/Women: 05 years and for OBC: 03 years or as per Govt. of India instructions.
- Engagement shall be temporary and co-terminus with the tenure of the project or 06 years, whichever is earlier. No right/claim for regularization for permanent post of CSIR.
- Candidates applying for more than one position code must submit a separate application form for each position code.
- No Travelling Allowance will be paid for attending the interview.
- The positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the duration of the project. There will be no right, implicit or explicit, for a regular position or any post in CSIR-IHBT, Palampur whatsoever.
- The decision of the Director, CSIR-IHBT, Palampur shall be final.
- Request for online Interview will not be entertained at any circumstances.
Additional Notes
- Result-awaited candidates are not eligible for interview.
- Any query related to this advertisement may be made exclusively to the email ID recruitment.ihbt@csir.res.in
- In case of any dispute, the English version will prevail.
CSIR IHBT Recruitment 2026 is a valuable opportunity for M.Sc Chemistry graduates seeking Government Research Jobs and Chemistry Scientist Careers. Candidates interested in Organic Chemistry, Phytochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, and Natural Product Research can apply for these Project Associate positions. Working at CSIR-IHBT offers exposure to advanced scientific research and helps candidates develop professional skills for future opportunities in chemistry and research fields.
LINK FOR THE ORIGINAL NOTIFICATION











































