- Temporary contractual position for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the RGSTC-funded project (SP-364(8)).
- Project focuses on pharmacology and formulations of medicinal plants including Jyotishmati, Bramhi, Shankhapushpi, and Varun.
- Work involves research in Biodiversity & Palaeobiology (Plant & Diatoms) Group.
- Position is part of a government-funded autonomous research institute under the Department of Science & Technology, Govt. of India.
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đ Master's Degree
đ M.Sc.
đ M.Pharm
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under RGSTC Project
MACS - Agharkar Research Institute
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Pune, Maharashtra
Apply Start
24 Jul 2026
Apply Deadline
10 Aug 2026
đ Recruitment Overview
| Organization | MACS - Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) |
| Job Category | Other |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree), M.Sc. (m.sc.), M.Pharm (m.pharm) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | âš37,000 - âš37,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Desirable: One year of experience in handling instruments such as HPLC, HPTLC, spectrophotometer, and herbarium preparation. |
| Application Fee | - Non-refundable application fee of âš100 for General/OBC candidates. - No application fee for SC/ST/Divyang (PwD)/Women candidates. - Payment must be made online via SBI Collect portal under the category 'Agharkar Research Institute - MACS'. |
đ Details & Description
đ Eligibility Criteria
- First-class M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry/Biochemistry or M.Pharma degree.
- Must qualify in any one of the following national-level examinations: GATE, GPAT, or CSIR-NET.
- Desirable: One year of experience in handling instruments such as HPLC, HPTLC, spectrophotometer, and herbarium preparation.
- Must qualify in any one of the following national-level examinations: GATE, GPAT, or CSIR-NET.
- Desirable: One year of experience in handling instruments such as HPLC, HPTLC, spectrophotometer, and herbarium preparation.
âī¸ Selection Process
- Shortlisting of candidates based on essential qualifications and desirable criteria.
- Online interview for shortlisted candidates (dates to be displayed on the institute website).
- Candidates may opt to appear for the interview in Hindi or English.
- Final selection based on interview performance.
- Online interview for shortlisted candidates (dates to be displayed on the institute website).
- Candidates may opt to appear for the interview in Hindi or English.
- Final selection based on interview performance.
đˇī¸ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS (as per Govt. of India regulations)
đ Required Documents
- Self-attested scanned copies of essential qualification certificates.
- Recent passport-sized photograph.
- Caste certificate (for reserved category candidates) issued by a competent authority.
- Receipt of online payment of application fee (if applicable).
- Recent passport-sized photograph.
- Caste certificate (for reserved category candidates) issued by a competent authority.
- Receipt of online payment of application fee (if applicable).
đŗ Application Fee Details
- Non-refundable application fee of âš100 for General/OBC candidates.
- No application fee for SC/ST/Divyang (PwD)/Women candidates.
- Payment must be made online via SBI Collect portal under the category 'Agharkar Research Institute - MACS'.
- No application fee for SC/ST/Divyang (PwD)/Women candidates.
- Payment must be made online via SBI Collect portal under the category 'Agharkar Research Institute - MACS'.
â Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the eligibility criteria for the Junior Research Fellow position?
Candidates must have a First Class M.Sc. in Analytical/Biochemistry or M. Pharma. They must also qualify in GATE, GPAT, CSIR-NET, or an equivalent examination. Desirable qualifications include one year of experience in handling instruments like HPLC, HPTLC, spectrophotometer, and herbarium preparation.
Q.
What is the monthly stipend for the Junior Research Fellow position?
The monthly stipend is Rs. 37,000 plus House Rent Allowance (HRA).
Q.
Is there an application fee for this position?
Yes, there is a non-refundable application fee of âš100, except for SC/ST/Divyang/Women candidates who are exempt from this fee.
Q.
Can the interview be conducted in Hindi?
Yes, candidates have the option to appear for the interview in Hindi.
Q.
What is the duration of the project under which this position is offered?
The project duration is up to September 3, 2027.