- Walk-in interview for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF)/Junior Project Fellow (JPF) in the Department of Botany, University of Kashmir, Srinagar.
- The position is part of the research project: Structure and Functioning of Himalayan Monsoon Shadow Forest Ecosystems, funded under the National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS), Ministry of Environment, Forests & Climate Change, Government of India.
- The engagement is temporary and co-terminus with the project duration.
- Candidates must be physically and mentally fit for field surveys in high-elevation mountainous regions.
KU
🎓 M.Sc.
Junior Research Fellow/Junior Project Fellow Recruitment
University of Kashmir
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
Department of Botany, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | University of Kashmir (KU) |
| Job Category | Teaching |
| Eligibility Qualification | M.Sc. (m.sc.) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years, Rs. 42,000 per month for the third year, plus HRA @ 16% per month. |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Experience in field survey and plant sampling is desirable but not mandatory. |
| Application Fee | • Summary: No application fee is mentioned in the official notification for the Kashmir University Junior Research Fellow/Junior Project Fellow walk-in interview. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Botany with a minimum of 55% marks from a recognized university/institution.
- Must have qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET).
- Desirable Qualification: Experience in field survey and plant sampling.
- Must have qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET).
- Desirable Qualification: Experience in field survey and plant sampling.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on a walk-in interview only.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Duly signed application for the post.
- Biodata.
- Self-attested photocopies of certificates, testimonials, and other relevant documents.
- Original certificates for qualifications, percentage of marks, NET qualification (if applicable), and any relevant research experience.
- Biodata.
- Self-attested photocopies of certificates, testimonials, and other relevant documents.
- Original certificates for qualifications, percentage of marks, NET qualification (if applicable), and any relevant research experience.
💳 Application Fee Details
• Summary: No application fee is mentioned in the official notification for the Kashmir University Junior Research Fellow/Junior Project Fellow walk-in interview.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the walk-in interview date and time for the Junior Research Fellow/Junior Project Fellow position at Kashmir University?
The walk-in interview is scheduled for 9 November 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Department of Botany, University of Kashmir, Srinagar.
Q.
What is the salary structure for the Junior Research Fellow/Junior Project Fellow position?
The salary is Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years and Rs. 42,000 per month for the third year, along with HRA @ 16% per month.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
The notification does not mention any application fee for this walk-in interview.
Q.
What documents must I bring to the walk-in interview?
You must bring a duly signed application, biodata, self-attested photocopies of certificates, original certificates for qualifications, percentage of marks, NET qualification (if applicable), and any relevant research experience.
Q.
Is the Junior Research Fellow/Junior Project Fellow position permanent?
No, the position is temporary and co-terminus with the project duration. The engagement is initially for one year, subject to satisfactory performance and conduct.