ICGEB Recruitment 2026: Project Associate I (Yeast Engineering), 1 Post – Apply by Email

The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) is recruiting one Project Associate I (Yeast Engineering) for its Biofoundry Project. Applicants send their application by email, not through an online form. The stated last date is 4 October 2026, which is also the as-of date of this page, so the listed window closes today. The exact cut-off time is not in the evidence reviewed.

ICGEB Project Associate I (Yeast Engineering): Key Facts

Is This a Permanent Job or an Apprenticeship?

It is neither. The post is a fixed-purpose, project-linked contract engagement under the Biofoundry Project. It is not a permanent government cadre post and not an apprenticeship or training seat. The contract duration and any extension terms are not given in the evidence, so check the official notice before you apply.

Eligibility

Educational qualification

The listed requirement is an M.Sc. in Biotechnology or a related field, or an M.Tech in Biotechnology or a related field. The summary does not say which fields count as "related". It also does not state a minimum percentage, any required experience, or any preferred skills. Read the official notice for these.

Age limit

No age limit or relaxation rule appears in the material reviewed. Do not assume one.

Pay and Selection

The remuneration is listed as Rs 31,000 per month plus HRA. The evidence does not mention other allowances or benefits, or any travel reimbursement for interviews.

Selection has two stages:

1. Shortlisting based on the submitted application and relevant experience.
2. An interview for shortlisted candidates. The interview date and format are not given.

How to Apply

1. Open the official ICGEB vacancy notice (PDF) and read it fully.
2. Prepare a complete bio-data covering personal details, educational qualifications and experience.
3. Attach self-attested copies of your certificates and other supporting documents.
4. Name the post you are applying for in the email subject line.
5. Send the application to the email address given in the official notice, before the last date.
6. Keep a copy of the sent email.

Documents listed in the summary

• Degree certificates and consolidated mark sheets (M.Sc./M.Tech in Biotechnology or a related field)
• Experience certificates on official letterhead, if applicable
• Category or caste certificate in the prescribed Central Government format, if applicable
• Two recent passport-size photographs and a valid photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID or PAN)

Date Status as of 4 October 2026

• Ongoing: the listed application window runs to 4 October 2026, the as-of date of this page.
• Not confirmed: the closing time on that day, and the dates for shortlisting and interview. No result has been reported in the evidence.

What the Evidence Does Not Confirm

• The details above come from a third-party job-alert summary that links to the official ICGEB PDF. The PDF text itself was not available for this review, so confirm every detail against it.
• The recruiter's email address is not reproduced in the evidence. Use only the address printed in the official notice.
• The summary's headline says "Apply Online", but its own application steps describe an email submission. Follow the notice.
• The listed location is New Delhi, as given in the summary. Confirm the place of work in the notice.
• A separate ICGEB notice for Structural Parasitology Group positions (last date 15 June 2026) appears in the evidence. It is a different recruitment and does not apply to this post.

FAQ

What is the last date for ICGEB Project Associate I (Yeast Engineering)?

The stated last date is 4 October 2026, for applications sent by email.

What qualification is required?

An M.Sc. or M.Tech in Biotechnology or a related field.

Is there an application fee?

No fee is mentioned in the material reviewed. Check the official notice to be sure.

How many vacancies are there?

One.