TIFR Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Project Associate, Project Assistant Posts

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• Updated July 30, 2026 11:12 AM
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• Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai has released Advertisement No. 2026/22, inviting applications for one post each of Project Associate and Project Assistant in the Department of Biological Sciences. Interested and eligible candidates with a BSc or MSc in Biological Sciences can apply online through the prescribed Google Form on or before 10 August 2026. Both positions are purely temporary, for a 10-month duration from 1 October 2026 to 31 July 2027.

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TIFR Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

• Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 10 August 2026
• Tentative Start Date of Positions: 1 October 2026

TIFR Vacancy 2026 – Post Details

• TIFR has announced a total of 2 vacancies across two posts in the Department of Biological Sciences, as shown below.

Who Can Apply – Eligibility Criteria

• The selected Project Associate will work on projects involving microdissection, tissue culture, imaging, and histological analysis. The selected Project Assistant will provide genotyping support across multiple lab projects and will also perform histology and imaging.

Age Limit

• Project Associate: Preferably below 35 years
• Project Assistant: Not specified in the notification

Salary / Fellowship Structure

• Project Associate (NET-qualified): Rs. 31,000/- per month + HRA as per rules
• Project Associate (Non-NET-qualified): Rs. 25,000/- per month + HRA as per rules
• Project Assistant: Rs. 20,000/- per month + HRA as per rules

Selection Process

• Screening of applications received
• Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed online

Documents Required (CV Format)

• Candidates must attach a CV to the Google Form strictly in the format specified by TIFR. No additional information or pages beyond this format should be included.
• Personal information: Name, address, date of birth, nationality, contact number, email address
• Final marksheet and/or degree certificate of the eligible degree
• Academic history table covering: S.S.C., H.S.C., B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc., and M.Sc. - with University/Agency, Subjects, and Marks Obtained/Rank/Score for each
• Names, email addresses, and contact numbers of 2 referees

How to Apply for TIFR Recruitment 2026

• Visit the official Google Form link: https://forms.gle/w2aNB5xHoDqaJWx59
• Fill in all the required personal and academic information in the form
• Prepare your CV strictly as per the format specified in the notification
• Attach the CV to the Google Form
• Submit the application on or before 10 August 2026

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Important Instructions

• Applications must be submitted only through the Google Form; no other mode of application is mentioned
• Do not include any information or pages in the CV beyond what is specified in the notification
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an online interview

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• Candidates who have completed their postgraduate degree in Biological Sciences can also explore more Postgraduate Government Jobs and Life Sciences Jobs. Those looking for research fellowship opportunities in Mumbai may also check Mumbai Government Jobs and Research Institute Recruitment for similar openings.
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Q2. What is the educational qualification required for the Project Associate post?

• Candidates must hold an MSc in Biological Sciences.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required for the Project Assistant post?

• Candidates must hold a BSc or MSc in Biological Sciences.

Q4. What is the salary for the TIFR Project Associate post?

• NET-qualified candidates receive Rs. 31,000/- per month + HRA; Non-NET-qualified candidates receive Rs. 25,000/- per month + HRA, as per rules.

Q5. What is the salary for the TIFR Project Assistant post?

• 20,000/- per month + HRA as per rules.

Q6. What is the age limit for the Project Associate post?

• Preferably below 35 years.