MGU Project Associate 1 at Mahatma Gandhi University Recruitment 2026

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) (MGU)
Job Category	Technical
Eligibility Qualification	M.Sc. (m.sc.), Chemistry Degree (chemistry-degree)
Number of Vacancies	1 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	Consolidated fellowship amount of Rs. 25,000 per month
Age Limits	Maximum 28 Years
Gender Eligibility	both
Experience Required	Research experience in steady-state or laser spectroscopy is preferred (not mandatory).
Application Fee	• No application fee is mentioned in the official notification for the Project Associate 1 position at Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU).: ["The raw text explicitly states: 'Application Fee: Not stated in the notice.'", 'No financial requirement or exemption details are provided for candidates.']

📄 Details & Description

- Temporary position under the Ramanujan Fellowship project funded by ANRF, Government of India.
- The role involves conducting laser spectroscopy experiments to study photophysical properties of organic molecules and materials.
- Responsibilities include sample preparation, spectroscopic data acquisition, analysis, interpretation, and small-scale organic molecule synthesis.
- Position is coterminous with the Principal Investigator’s (PI) Ramanujan Fellowship and renewable based on performance and fund availability.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Must hold an M.Sc. in Chemistry with a minimum of 60% marks.
- Preference given to candidates who have qualified NET/GATE.
- Research experience in steady-state or laser spectroscopy is preferred.
- Age limit: Below 28 years as of the application deadline.

⚙️ Selection Process

- Shortlisting based on qualifications and research experience above the minimum prescribed.
- If the number of shortlisted candidates is large, the selection committee may restrict the number of candidates called for the interview.
- Interview details will be informed to shortlisted candidates via email.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

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📂 Required Documents

- Complete CV including personal details, academic qualifications, research experience, publications, and names/affiliations of two referees with email addresses.
- All relevant documents compiled into a single PDF attachment.

💳 Application Fee Details

• No application fee is mentioned in the official notification for the Project Associate 1 position at Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU).: ["The raw text explicitly states: 'Application Fee: Not stated in the notice.'", 'No financial requirement or exemption details are provided for candidates.']

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for the Project Associate 1 position at Mahatma Gandhi University?

The last date to submit applications by email is 31 October 2026.

Q. What is the monthly fellowship amount for the Project Associate 1 role?

The selected candidate will receive a consolidated fellowship amount of Rs. 25,000 per month.

Q. What is the age limit for applicants applying for the Project Associate 1 position?

Applicants must be below 28 years of age as of 31 October 2026.

Q. What qualifications are required for the Project Associate 1 position?

Candidates must possess an M.Sc. in Chemistry with a minimum of 60% marks, with preference given to those who have qualified NET/GATE.

Q. How will candidates be selected for the interview?

Candidates will be shortlisted based on qualifications and research experience. If the number of applicants is large, the selection committee may restrict the number of candidates called for the interview.