- Recruitment for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under a DBT-funded project titled 'Exploring how Theileria parasites repress host gene expression (PARA REPRESS)'
- Project PI: Dr. Anand Srivastava, Scientist-E
- One-year contractual position with potential for extension based on performance
- Opportunity to work in a premier research institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India
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🎓 Bachelor's Degree
🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Post Graduate Diploma
🎓 Equivalent Qualification
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under DBT-funded project
National Institute of Animal Biotechnology
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Hyderabad, Telangana
Apply Deadline
17 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Post Graduate Diploma (post-graduate-diploma), Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹37,000 - ₹37,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 30 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Preference will be given to candidates with experience in epigenomics, cancer biology, molecular biology, cell culture, or bioinformatics |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is mentioned; candidates are advised to check the official notification for updates |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Postgraduate degree in Basic Science (e.g., MSc, MTech, MVSc) OR
- Graduate/Postgraduate degree in a Professional Course selected through national-level examinations
- Candidates must have qualified through one of the following:
- National Eligibility Test (NET) including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) conducted by CSIR-UGC
- GATE examination
- National-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments/agencies as per DST guidelines
- Maximum age limit: 30 years as on the application closing date
- Candidates with experience in epigenomics, cancer biology, molecular biology, cell culture, or bioinformatics will be preferred
- Graduate/Postgraduate degree in a Professional Course selected through national-level examinations
- Candidates must have qualified through one of the following:
- National Eligibility Test (NET) including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) conducted by CSIR-UGC
- GATE examination
- National-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments/agencies as per DST guidelines
- Maximum age limit: 30 years as on the application closing date
- Candidates with experience in epigenomics, cancer biology, molecular biology, cell culture, or bioinformatics will be preferred
⚙️ Selection Process
- Applications will be screened based on eligibility criteria
- Shortlisted candidates will be intimated via email for an interview
- Final selection will be made by a duly constituted selection committee
- Original documents (date of birth, educational qualifications, experience certificates) must be submitted at the time of joining
- Shortlisted candidates will be intimated via email for an interview
- Final selection will be made by a duly constituted selection committee
- Original documents (date of birth, educational qualifications, experience certificates) must be submitted at the time of joining
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Provisional Degree Certificate or Convocation Degree Certificate as proof of educational qualification.
- Experience certificates issued by the Head of the Department/Office.
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, etc.).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Passport-sized photographs.
- Experience certificates issued by the Head of the Department/Office.
- Valid ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, etc.).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Passport-sized photographs.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is mentioned; candidates are advised to check the official notification for updates
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the duration of the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position at NIAB?
The duration of the JRF position is one year.
Q.
What is the fellowship amount for the JRF position at NIAB?
The fellowship amount is Rs. 37,000 per month plus 24% HRA (if applicable), as per DST guidelines.
Q.
What are the eligibility criteria for applying to the JRF position at NIAB?
Candidates must have a postgraduate degree in Basic Science or a graduate/postgraduate degree in a Professional Course, selected through processes such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or national-level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments.
Q.
What kind of experience is preferred for the JRF position at NIAB?
Candidates with experience in epigenomics, cancer biology, molecular biology, cell culture, and bioinformatics will be given preference.
Q.
How can I apply for the JRF position at NIAB?
Applications must be submitted online through the link available on the NIAB website (www.niab.res.in) by 5 PM on 17-08-2026. No hard copy needs to be sent.