Nagaland University Recruitment 2026: Walk-in Interview for JRF, Project Associate, Lab Assistant - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

• Nagaland University, a Central University established by the Act of Parliament, invites applications for a Walk-in Interview for positions under the DBT-Sponsored Project "DBT-NER Advanced-Level Institutional Biotech Hub at Nagaland University, Lumami." This is a Direct Recruitment based on merit and interview performance, not a competitive examination. The posts are co-terminus with the project. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a background in Botany, Life Sciences, or Biotechnology to engage in R&D work and potentially pursue doctoral research.

Vacancy Details

• Reservation: The notification does not specify category-wise (SC/ST/OBC) reservation details. Candidates should refer to the official PDF for any updates.

Educational Qualification

• JRF / Project Associate-I: First class M.Sc./M.Tech degree in Botany/Life Sciences/Biotechnology from any UGC-recognized University.
• Lab Assistant: First class UG Degree in Botany/Life Sciences/Biotechnology from any UGC-recognized University.

Desirable Qualifications

• NET/GATE qualified or qualified in any national-level examination as per DST OM DST/PCPM/Z06/2022 dated June 26, 2023 (for JRF/Project Associate-I).
• Research experience in Plant Tissue Culture, Plant Molecular Biology, or Microbiology (for all posts).
• Preference will be given to candidates wishing to pursue Doctoral Research.

Age Limit & Relaxation

• No specific upper age limit is mentioned in the notification. Age relaxation rules as per Government of India norms may apply for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD), subject to project guidelines.

Selection Process

• This is a Walk-in Interview for direct recruitment. The selection will be based on:
• Document Verification – Check of eligibility and original documents.
• Interview – Assessment of candidate's suitability for the project.
• Mode: In-person interview at the Department of Botany, Nagaland University, Lumami.

Application Fee

• Not mentioned in the notification. Candidates should check the official PDF or contact the coordinator for any fee details.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

• Prepare Application: Write an application on plain paper with personal details, educational qualifications, and research experience.
• Gather Documents: Collect self-attested copies of degree certificates, mark sheets, NET/GATE certificate (if applicable), and experience certificates.
• Attend Walk-in: Be present at the Department of Botany, Nagaland University, Lumami on March 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM.
• Submit Application: Hand over the application and documents to the Coordinator/Principal Investigator.
• Interview: Appear for the interview as scheduled.

Important Dates

• Notification Release: March 11, 2026
• Walk-in Interview Date: March 26, 2026
• Interview Time: 1:00 PM
• Result Declaration: To be announced after the interview

Important Links

• Notification PDF: Download PDF
• Official Website: https://nagalanduniversity.ac.in

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What are the educational qualifications required?

• For JRF/Project Associate-I: First class M.Sc./M.Tech in Botany/Life Sciences/Biotechnology. For Lab Assistant: First class UG Degree in the same fields.