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CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysuru has released Advertisement No. Rec.02/2026 for 28 Technician (1) posts. Before applying, most candidates want one answer first: what is the CFTRI Technician salary?
The post carries Pay Level 2 (₹19,900–63,200) with approximate total emoluments of ₹37,260 per month at the minimum of the scale, including HRA at Mysuru. On top of this come DA, TA, medical benefits, LTC, the National Pension System and promotion opportunities.
In this blog, we explain the complete CFTRI Technician salary structure, allowances, perks, job profile and career growth.
CSIR CFTRI Technician Salary 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysuru |
| Advertisement No. | Rec.02/2026 |
| Post | Technician (1) |
| Total Posts | 28 |
| Pay Level | Level-2 |
| Pay Scale | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Total Emoluments (approx.) | ₹37,260 per month |
| Upper Age Limit | 28 years (as on 18-11-2026) |
| Job Location | Mysuru HQ (or Resource Centres) |
The ₹37,260 figure is the approximate total emoluments per month on a minimum of scale, including House Rent Allowance as admissible in Mysuru HQs, as stated in the notification.
CFTRI Technician Pay Level and Pay Scale
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The Technician (1) post is placed in Level-2 of the pay matrix with a pay range of ₹19,900 to ₹63,200.
- Starting basic pay: ₹19,900 per month
- Upper end of the scale: ₹63,200 per month
- Pay rises with annual increments and with promotions over the years of service.
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Join NowCFTRI Technician Total Emoluments Per Month
According to the notification, total emoluments at the start of the scale are approximately ₹37,260 per month. This works out to roughly ₹4.47 lakh per year (₹37,260 × 12, our calculation).
Note these points:
- This is an approximate total, not an exact take-home figure.
- It includes HRA as admissible at Mysuru.
- Actual in-hand salary will be lower after deductions such as NPS contribution and applicable taxes.
- Figures change as DA is revised by the Government of India from time to time.
CSIR CFTRI Technician Allowances
As per the notification, the post carries the usual allowances admissible to central government employees and made applicable to CSIR employees at the place of posting:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Other allowances as applicable under CSIR / Government of India rules
Accommodation: Council employees are also eligible for accommodation of their entitled type as per CSIR Residence Allotment Rules, subject to availability. If council or government accommodation is used, HRA will not be provided.
CSIR CFTRI Technician 2026 – Other Perks and Benefits
In addition to the emoluments, CFTRI Technicians get the following as per CSIR / Government of India rules:
- Reimbursement of medical expenses
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Children’s Education Allowance
- Central government–style service conditions (CCS Conduct Rules 1964, CCS CCA Rules 1965, Fundamental and Supplementary Rules)
- Job security in a premier CSIR laboratory under the Ministry of Science & Technology
CFTRI Technician Pension (NPS)
Selected candidates are governed by the National Pension System (NPS), a defined-contribution scheme applicable to new entrants in Central Government services on or after 01.01.2004. CSIR has adopted the same for its employees.
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All trades below fall under the same Level-2 pay structure:
| Post Code | Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| TE01 | Fitter | 6 |
| TE02 | Electronics Mechanic | 7 |
| TE03 | Instrument Mechanic | 1 |
| TE04 | Laboratory Assistant (Chemical Plant) | 2 |
| TE05 | Computer Operator and Programming Assistant (COPA) | 2 |
| TE06 | Information & Communication Technology System Maintenance | 1 |
| TE07 | Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician | 2 |
| TE08 | Electrician | 2 |
| TE09 | Carpenter | 1 |
| TE10 | Plumber | 1 |
| TE11 | Sheet Metal Worker | 1 |
| TE12 | Turner | 1 |
| TE13 | Welder | 1 |
| Total | 28 |
Category-wise: UR-9, EWS-5, SC-4, ST-1, OBC(NCL)-9. Two posts are reserved for Ex-Servicemen and two for PwBD (categories “b” and “c”).
CFTRI Technician 2026 Career Growth and Promotion
CSIR offers career advancement to deserving candidates under the Assessment Promotion Scheme for Technical Support Staff, subject to qualifying as per rules amended from time to time. This allows Technicians to move up the technical grades over their career instead of staying in one pay band. Selected candidates also serve a probation period, after which they are considered for confirmation under extant rules.
CFTRI Technician 2026 Posting Locations
Selected candidates must be ready to serve under the Director, CSIR-CFTRI, at the Headquarters in Mysuru or its Resource Centres at Hyderabad, Mumbai and Lucknow. They can also be transferred to any CSIR lab or institute in India when needed. Note that HRA depends on the place of posting, so total emoluments can vary.
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