CSIR IHBT Scientist Recruitment 2025: The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research – Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (CSIR-IHBT), Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, invites online applications for 11 Scientist positions in various specializations. Researchers with excellent academic records and experience can apply online.
Important Dates Start Date for Online Application: 24th February 2025 (10:00 AM onwards)Last Date for Online Application Submission: 24th March 2025 (11:30 PM)Last Date for Hard Copy Submission: 4th April 2025 (05:30 PM)Last Date for Hard Copy Submission (Far-Flung Areas): 9th April 2025 (05:30 PM)Vacancy Details Designation No. of Posts Category-wise Distribution Scientist 11 UR-03, EWS-02, OBC(NCL)-03, SC-01, PwBD-02 (OH/HH)
Eligibility Criteria Educational Qualifications: Candidates must have a Ph.D. or M.E./ M.Tech. in relevant disciplines. Additional experience in the respective fields will be preferred.
Post Code Specialization Qualification Experience (Desirable) SCT-15001 Plant Biochemistry Ph.D. in Plant Biochemistry/ Life Science Phytochemical characterization, nutraceuticals, dietary supplements SCT-15002 Microbiology Ph.D. in Microbiology/ Life Science Microbial diversity, microbiome studies, microbial community analysis SCT-15003 Plant Microbe Interaction Ph.D. in Microbiology/ Plant Pathology/ Virology Plant resistance, genome editing, host-pathogen interactions SCT-15004 Business Development Ph.D. in Business Development/ Management Agri-business, technology licensing, commercialization SCT-15005 Agricultural Engineering M.E/ M.Tech or Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering Smart farming, precision agriculture, vertical farming SCT-15006 Bioprocessing M.E/ M.Tech or Ph.D. in Bioprocessing/ Biotech Scale-up of biomanufacturing, process modeling, cGMP SCT-15007 GIS & Remote Sensing M.E/ M.Tech or Ph.D. in GIS/ Geospatial Science Drone-based mapping, AI/ML in geospatial data SCT-15008 Knowledge Management Ph.D. in Knowledge Management/ Life Science Project planning, data analysis, collaboration tools SCT-15009 Fungus/Mushroom Ph.D. in Microbiology/ Plant Pathology High-value mushroom cultivation, value addition SCT-15010 Material Chemistry M.E./ M.Tech or Ph.D. in Material Science Nanomaterials, polymers, ceramics, biomaterials SCT-15011 Crop Protection Ph.D. in Crop Protection/ Plant Pathology Disease management in tea, horticulture, medicinal crops
Selection Process Shortlisting Criteria: Based on higher qualifications, publications, patents, and research experience.Mode of Selection: Interview (details will be updated on the CSIR-IHBT website).Remuneration Post Pay Level (7th CPC) Approximate Emoluments Scientist Level 11 ₹1,20,000/- per month (including allowances)
Venue for Interview CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bio resource Technology, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh. Travel reimbursement: Eligible outstation candidates will be reimbursed as per CSIR norms.Application Fee Category Fee General/OBC/EWS ₹500/- SC/ST/PwBD/Women/CSIR Employees/Ex-Servicemen No Fee
Payment via State Bank Collect (details available on the official website).
How to Apply? Online Application: Visit CSIR-IHBT Recruitment Portal . Fill out the application form and upload required documents. Submit the form before 24th March 2025 (11:30 PM). Hard Copy Submission: Take a printout of the online application. Attach self-attested copies of required documents. Send it to The Director, CSIR-IHBT, Palampur, Kangra (H.P.), Pin – 176061 by Registered/Speed Post. Important Instructions Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria as of the last date. Hard copy submission is mandatory. No TA/DA will be provided for appearing in the selection process. Keep checking the official website for updates. Official Notification & Apply Online Links
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