PBTI Recruitment 2026: 8 Contractual Project Positions with Salaries Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 49,000

Source

Vacancy/Update Name: PBTI Recruitment 2026 at a Glance | Advt. No.: PBTI/01/PRO/2026-27. The posts are purely contractual | Official Website: https://www.pbtilabs.punjab.gov.in | Official Notification/PDF: https://pbtilabs.punjab.gov.in/pdf/Detailed%20Draft%20advertisement_Project%20posts%20for%20Website.pdf

Punjab Biotechnology Incubator (PBTI), under the Department of Science, Technology & Environment, Government of Punjab, has invited applications for eight project positions under Advt. No. PBTI/01/PRO/2026-27. The posts are purely contractual, for one year or the project duration, with fixed monthly emoluments of Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 49,000. A hard copy of the application must be received at PBTI, Mohali, by 4 December 2026, and Proforma-II must also be e-mailed to [email protected] on or before the due date.

यह भर्ती पंजाब के विभाग के तहत पंजाब बायोटेक्नोलॉजी इनक्यूबेटर में आठ परियोजना पदों के लिए है, जो एक साल या परियोजना की अवधि तक अनुबंध आधारित हैं। आवेदन की हार्ड कॉपी और ईमेल दोनों जरुरी हैं, और अंतिम तिथि 4 दिसंबर 2026 है।

PBTI Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

इस सारणी से पता चलता है कि कुल 8 पद हैं, जिनकी अवधि एक साल या परियोजना की पूरी अवधि तक है। वेतन पद के अनुसार 20,000 से 49,000 रुपये मासिक है। आवेदन शुल्क सामान्य वर्ग के लिए 590 रुपये है, जबकि SC/ST के लिए कोई शुल्क नहीं है।

About PBTI

Punjab Biotechnology Incubator is part of the Department of Science, Technology & Environment, Government of Punjab. Its address in the notice is Knowledge City, Sector – 81, SAS Nagar (Mohali), Punjab – 140306. The notice also prints its website, pbtilabs.punjab.gov.in, and the e-mail [email protected].

PBTI पंजाब सरकार के विज्ञान, प्रौद्योगिकी और पर्यावरण विभाग का हिस्सा है, जिसका मुख्यालय मोहाली में है। इसकी आधिकारिक वेबसाइट और ईमेल संपर्क भी उपलब्ध हैं।

Vacancy Details

The notice lists eight positions across three projects, one vacancy for each. Eight vacancies are open in total, and the category column shows UR (Unreserved) or SCW (Scheduled Caste Woman).

The notice says the number of posts may be increased or decreased as per the decision of PBTI.

चार मुख्य परियोजनाओं में कुल आठ पद हैं, जिनमें UR और SC महिला श्रेणियाँ शामिल हैं। वेतन पद के अनुसार 20,000 से 49,000 रुपये के बीच है। पदों की संख्या बढ़ाई या घटाई जा सकती है।

Who Can Apply

Qualification, experience and age differ by post. Each post is described below in the notice’s order.

Principal Project Associate (PLUS Program)

• Essential qualification: Master’s Degree in Basic/Life Sciences subjects/Environmental Sciences/Food sciences OR B.Tech or equivalent in Biotechnology/Food Technology/Dairy Technology OR B.Pharma from a recognized University/Institute with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks.
• Experience: five (05) years experience in scientific activities or services in Industry or Academia or Research Organizations or any other Scientific body.
• Also essential: sound knowledge of all MS-Office tools; excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Desirable: experience of designing and executing Human Resource Development programmes/Skilling/training programs/Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) related activities; Degree/diploma in Business Administration.
• Age: 37 years or below.

Project Associate-II (PLUS Program)

• Essential qualification: the same as for Principal Project Associate (Master’s Degree in Basic/Life Sciences subjects/Environmental Sciences/Food sciences OR B.Tech or equivalent in Biotechnology/Food Technology/Dairy Technology OR B.Pharma, minimum 60% aggregate marks).
• Experience: two (02) years experience in scientific activities or services in Industry or Academia or Research Organizations or any other Scientific body.
• Also essential: sound knowledge of all MS-Office tools; excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Desirable: the same as for Principal Project Associate.
• Age: 35 years or below.

Technical Assistant (PLUS Program)

• Essential qualification: Graduation in Science with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.
• Desirable: experience of coordinating/executing Human Resource Development programmes/Skilling/training programs/Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) related activities; computer course (min. 2 months) of MS Office with knowledge of creative online tools like Canva.
• Age: 28 years or below.

Project Associate (Water Supply & Sewerage Board project)

• Essential qualification, any one of: (i) Ph.D. with research in relevant area; OR (ii) 1st class M.Tech or equivalent in Biotechnology/Food Technology/Dairy Technology OR 1st Class M.Pharma from a recognized University/Institute, with at least 02 years analytical experience in the relevant field after essential qualification; OR (iii) 1st class Master Degree in Basic/Chemical/Life/Environmental Sciences/Food Sciences from a recognized University/Institute, with at least 03 years analytical experience in the relevant field after essential qualification.
• Desirable: experience of working with national/international testing and certification laboratories/organizations; knowledge of national/international Laboratory Quality Management Systems and standards for quality testing.
• Age: below 37 years.

Project Fellow (Water Supply & Sewerage Board project, and Pesticide Residue Testing Lab project)

• Essential qualification, either (i) 1st class M.Tech or equivalent in Biotechnology/Food Technology/Dairy Technology OR 1st Class M.Pharma from a recognized University/Institute, with at least 01 year analytical experience in the relevant field after essential qualification; OR (ii) 1st class Master Degree in Basic/Chemical/Life/Environmental Sciences/Food Sciences OR 1st Class B.Tech or equivalent in Biotechnology/Food Technology/Dairy Technology OR 1st class B.Pharma from a recognized University/Institute, with at least 02 years analytical experience in the relevant field after essential qualification.
• Desirable: experience of working with national/international testing and certification laboratories/organizations; knowledge of national/international Laboratory Quality Management Systems and Standards for quality testing.
• Age: below 37 years.

Project Assistant (Water Supply & Sewerage Board project, and Pesticide Residue Testing Lab project)

• Essential qualification: 1st class Master Degree in Basic/Chemical/Life/Environmental Sciences/Food Sciences OR 1st Class B.Tech or equivalent in Biotechnology/Food Technology/Dairy Technology OR 1st Class B.Pharma from a recognized University/Institute.
• Desirable: experience of working with National/International testing and certification laboratories/organizations; knowledge of National/International Laboratory Quality Management Systems and standards for quality testing.
• Age: below 37 years.

The notice prints no age cut-off date and no age relaxation. Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.

हर पद के लिए योग्यता, अनुभव और उम्र सीमा अलग-अलग है। उच्च पदों के लिए मास्टर्स डिग्री और अनुभव आवश्यक हैं, जबकि तकनीकी सहायक के लिए स्नातक डिग्री पर्याप्त है। आयु सीमा अधिकतर 37 वर्ष तक है।

Pay and Tenure

The notice states the pay as fixed monthly emoluments, shown per post in the vacancy table: Rs. 49,000 (Principal Project Associate), Rs. 28,000 (Project Associate-II), Rs. 35,000 (Project Associate), Rs. 31,000 (Project Fellow) and Rs. 20,000 (Technical Assistant and Project Assistant). The positions are purely on contractual basis for one year, or project duration whichever is earlier, and co-terminus with the project. They are extendable as per requirement of the project.

पदों के वेतन अलग-अलग हैं, जो 20,000 से 49,000 रुपये के बीच हैं। ये सभी पद अनुबंध आधारित हैं और परियोजना की अवधि या एक साल तक के लिए हैं, जिन्हें आवश्यकता अनुसार बढ़ाया जा सकता है।

PBTI Recruitment 2026 Job Description

Principal Project Associate

• Undertake various activities for implementation of the scheme, including but not limited to formulating operating procedures, awareness workshops, candidate selection and preparing periodic reports.
• Liaise with various stakeholders including industry and relevant Government departments for implementation of the scheme.
• Analyze skill and employment demands in the State of Punjab, conceptualize and propose new initiatives under the scheme.
• Assist in administrative and financial activities related to the scheme.
• Prepare training manuals and other resource material, scientific content writing etc.
• Any other task assigned from time to time.

Project Associate-II

• Assist in various activities for implementation of the scheme, including but not limited to formulating operating procedures, awareness workshops, candidate selection, and developing and managing periodic reports.
• Assist in liaisoning with various stakeholders including industry and relevant Government departments for implementation of the scheme.
• Assist in analyzing skill and employment demands in the State of Punjab, conceptualize and propose new initiatives under the scheme.
• Assist in preparing training manuals and other resource material, scientific content writing etc.
• Any other task assigned from time to time.

Technical Assistant

• Assistance in activities related to skilling schemes.
• Documentation and record keeping related to the scheme.
• Any other task assigned from time to time.

Project Associate, Project Fellow and Project Assistant (Water Supply & Sewerage Board project)

• The incumbent would be responsible for activities as per scope of project and Physicochemical/Biological analysis of Water/Wastewater/Environment monitoring.

Project Fellow and Project Assistant (Pesticide Residue Testing Lab project)

• The incumbent would be responsible for activities as per scope of project and Physicochemical analysis of agri/food and allied products/Environmental monitoring.

प्रत्येक पद पर कार्य परियोजना की आवश्यकताओं के अनुसार होंगे, जैसे योजना के क्रियान्वयन, प्रशिक्षण सामग्री बनाना, और पर्यावरण या जल परीक्षण से संबंधित विश्लेषण करना।

How to Apply for PBTI Recruitment 2026

1. Get the prescribed application format (Proforma-I and Proforma-II) from the PBTI website, www.pbtilabs.punjab.gov.in.
2. Specify the name of the Project and the post applied for. Apply separately for each post, because a single application for multiple positions is summarily rejected.
3. Attach self-attested documentary proofs, including the photo copy of DMC/Degree with the University/institute’s CGPA to percentage conversion formula.
4. Enclose the application fee of Rs. 590 as a demand draft (non-refundable) in favour of “Punjab Biotechnology Incubator” payable at Mohali, or as Rs. 590 transferred through NEFT. SC and ST candidates pay no fee.
5. Send the hard copy by Registered post, speed post, courier or by hand to: Punjab Biotechnology Incubator (Deptt. of Science, Technology & Environment, Punjab), Sector- 81, Knowledge City, SAS Nagar (Mohali), Punjab- 140306. It must be received by 04.12.2026.
6. Also send the duly filled Proforma-II, in Word format, by e-mail to [email protected] on or before the due date.

आवेदन के लिए वेबसाइट से फॉर्म डाउनलोड करें, प्रत्येक पद के लिए अलग आवेदन करें, जरूरी दस्तावेज और शुल्क संलग्न करें। हार्ड कॉपी 4 दिसंबर 2026 तक भेजनी होगी और Proforma-II ईमेल द्वारा भी भेजना जरूरी है। SC/ST को आवेदन शुल्क नहीं देना होगा।

Fee payment details

• Account name: Punjab Biotechnology Incubator Lab
• Bank Account No.: 520101245107793
• Bank: Union Bank of India, Mohali Urban Estate Branch, SAS Nagar 160062
• IFSC: UBIN0905658

Documents named in the notice

• Application in Proforma-I and Proforma-II
• Self-attested documentary proofs
• Photo copy of DMC/Degree
• CGPA to percentage conversion formula of the University/institute
• Demand draft of Rs. 590 or NEFT transfer of Rs. 590 (SC/ST candidates exempt)

आवेदन के साथ जरूरी दस्तावेजों में शैक्षणिक प्रमाण पत्र, CGPA से प्रतिशत का फॉर्मूला, और फीस की रसीद शामिल होनी चाहिए।

Selection and Interview

The notice says selection is made on merit basis, with these weightages:

The notice does not give a date or venue for the interaction.

चयन मेरिट के आधार पर होगा, जिसमें मुख्य योग्यता के अंक 50%, अतिरिक्त योग्यता 10%, अनुभव 25% तक और साक्षात्कार में प्रदर्शन 15% का वज़न रखते हैं। साक्षात्कार की तारीख और स्थान बाद में बताए जाएंगे।

Important Instructions

• Incomplete applications, applications not in proper format, and applications without fee will not be considered.
• The appointing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all applications without assigning any reason.
• Candidates should read the minimum essential qualifications, age, eligibility and experience criteria in the advertisement before applying.
• Candidates must visit www.pbtilabs.punjab.gov.in regularly for any subsequent corrigendum or addendum.
• The posts may be extended as per requirement of the project.

आवेदन अधूरा होने या गलत फॉर्मेट या बिना फीस के स्वीकार नहीं किया जाएगा। नियुक्ति प्राधिकारी को आवेदन अस्वीकार करने का अधिकार है। उम्मीदवारों को आधिकारिक वेबसाइट पर अपडेट्स के लिए नजर रखनी चाहिए।

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PBTI Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

यह FAQ अनुभाग आवेदन, पदों की संख्या, योग्यता, वेतन, आयु सीमा, आवेदन शुल्क, चयन प्रक्रिया, और आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि से जुड़ी महत्वपूर्ण जानकारी देता है। एक ही आवेदन में कई पदों के लिए आवेदन स्वीकार नहीं होगा।