- Temporary contractual position under the MACS-ARI sponsored project (ARI-004) in the Bioenergy Group.
- Focus on microbial culture collection activities with a project duration until 31.08.2028.
- Position based at G. G. Agarkar Road, Pune 411 004, under the Department of Science & Technology, Govt. of India.
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🎓 B.Sc.
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Project Associate I (Temporary Position)
MACS - Agharkar Research Institute
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Pune, Maharashtra
Apply Start
27 Jul 2026
Apply Deadline
11 Aug 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | MACS - Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | B.Sc. (b.sc.), B.Tech (b.tech), Master's Degree (masters-degree), M.Sc. (m.sc.), M.Tech (mtech) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹30,000 - ₹30,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Desirable experience in NGS data analysis for microbial genomics and community analysis. |
| Application Fee | - Non-refundable application fee of ₹100 for General, EWS, and other unreserved categories. - No application fee for SC, ST, Divyang (PwD), and female candidates. - Payment must be made online via SBI Collect portal under the category 'Agharkar Research Institute - MACS' → 'Application Fee'. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- First-class M.Sc. or M.Tech. in Microbiology, Biotechnology, or Bioinformatics.
- Desirable: Demonstrated experience in Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) data analysis for microbial genomics and community analysis.
- Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications; possession alone does not guarantee interview shortlisting.
- Age limit: 35 years as of the closing date (11.08.2026). Relaxation applicable for OBC, SC, ST, and other reserved categories as per Govt. of India norms.
- Desirable: Demonstrated experience in Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) data analysis for microbial genomics and community analysis.
- Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications; possession alone does not guarantee interview shortlisting.
- Age limit: 35 years as of the closing date (11.08.2026). Relaxation applicable for OBC, SC, ST, and other reserved categories as per Govt. of India norms.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting of candidates based on essential qualifications and desirable experience.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview.
- Interview may be conducted in Hindi or English as per candidate preference.
- No Travel Allowance (T.A.) will be provided for interviews.
- Selected candidates will have no claim to appointment against any ARI or funding agency posts.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview.
- Interview may be conducted in Hindi or English as per candidate preference.
- No Travel Allowance (T.A.) will be provided for interviews.
- Selected candidates will have no claim to appointment against any ARI or funding agency posts.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, Divyang (PwD), and Female candidates
📂 Required Documents
- Self-attested scanned copies of essential qualification certificates.
- Recent passport-sized photograph.
- Caste certificate (for reserved categories) issued by a competent authority.
- Receipt of online payment of application fee (if applicable).
- Recent passport-sized photograph.
- Caste certificate (for reserved categories) issued by a competent authority.
- Receipt of online payment of application fee (if applicable).
💳 Application Fee Details
- Non-refundable application fee of ₹100 for General, EWS, and other unreserved categories.
- No application fee for SC, ST, Divyang (PwD), and female candidates.
- Payment must be made online via SBI Collect portal under the category 'Agharkar Research Institute - MACS' → 'Application Fee'.
- No application fee for SC, ST, Divyang (PwD), and female candidates.
- Payment must be made online via SBI Collect portal under the category 'Agharkar Research Institute - MACS' → 'Application Fee'.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the eligibility criteria for the Project Associate I position?
Candidates must have a First Class M.Sc. or M.Tech. degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, or Bioinformatics. Desirable experience includes demonstrated expertise in analyzing NGS data for microbial genomics and community analysis.
Q.
What is the monthly stipend for the Project Associate I position?
The monthly stipend is Rs. 30,000 plus House Rent Allowance (HRA).
Q.
Is there an application fee for this position?
Yes, there is a non-refundable application fee of ₹100, 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 language.
Q.
Are selected candidates eligible for permanent appointment in ARI or other funded projects?
No, selected candidates will have no right to appointment against any ARI or funding agency’s post/s. The positions are purely on a contractual basis.