MACS ARI Scientist-C Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

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• Updated October 21, 2026 06:20 PM
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ARI Pune Recruitment 2026 Overview

• The official notification does not print a calendar last date. The deadline is counted from the day the advertisement is published in the Employment News.

Vacancy Details

• The notice advertises 2 Scientist-C posts on a direct recruitment basis.
• The place of work for the first post is the Genetics & Plant Breeding Group of ARI, Pune. For the second post, it is the Developmental Biology Group of ARI, Pune.

Age Limit and Relaxation

• For both posts, the upper age limit for direct recruitment shall not exceed 40 years. The crucial date for deciding the age limit and eligibility is the closing date for submission of applications.
• For the discipline-specific eligibility of each post, check the official notification.

How to Apply for ARI Pune Recruitment 2026

• Fill in and submit the application online at the link given in the notice (arijob.ourlib.in), using a valid email ID.
• Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs.500/- online through SBI Collect (onlinesbi.sbi/sbicollect): Educational Institutions - Category - Agharkar Research Institute - Payment Category - Others - Enter Payment details. SC/ST and women candidates are excepted from the fee.
• Write the online receipt number in the application form, and attach the receipt of the online fee payment.
• Take a printout of the submitted application and attach self-attested copies of the documents listed below.
• Write "Application for <Post Code>" on the envelope, for example "Application for Genetics & Plant Breeding/Scientist-C/2026".
• Send it to the Director, Agharkar Research Institute, Gopal Ganesh Agarkar Road, Pune – 411 004, within 30 days from the date the advertisement is published in the Employment News.
• The last date is 45 days from the date of publication in the Employment News for candidates in Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh Division of J & K State, Lahaul and Spiti District and Pangi Sub Division of Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Island and Lakshadweep. The Institute is not responsible for incomplete, pending or failed online fee transactions; in such cases candidates may contact the bank concerned.

Documents Named in the Notice

• Printout of the online application.
• Passport size photograph.
• Self-attested copies of qualifications and certificates, including educational qualifications, date of birth, PwBD category, SC/ST/OBC/EWS and experience.
• Receipt of the online fee payment (for candidates who pay the fee).
• Experience or employment certificates that clearly show the date of joining, the date of relieving and the post held.
• For PwBD and SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates, a latest copy of the caste certificate(s). Candidates who claim a concession or relaxation need the relevant certificates from the Competent Authority in the prescribed proforma.
• List of publications/patents etc. For SCI journal publications, a list with copies of the 4 best papers written in the last 5 years. List them chronologically, giving the names of the authors, title of the paper, name of the journal, volume, pages (from-to), year, citation count and impact factor of the journal.
• For candidates working in Government Departments, Public Sector Undertakings or Autonomous Organisations, a No Objection Certificate (NOC) in the Annexure-I format, signed by the Head of the Organisation/Office with the office seal. If the NOC is not uploaded with the application form, it must be submitted at the time of interview.
• Candidates must produce the original certificates as and when required. Certificates or documents that are illegible or incorrect may lead to rejection of the candidature.

Selection and Interview

• Having the essential qualifications does not by itself entitle a candidate to an interview. A committee decides whether a qualification is equivalent to the essential and desirable qualifications. If many applications are received, the Institute may limit the number of candidates called for interview through shortlisting. The shortlisting criteria may include desirable qualifications and/or experience beyond the minimum.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be informed by email of the date, time and venue of the next stage of selection. Outstation candidates called for interview will be paid two-tier AC rail fare both ways by the shortest route. A reserve panel, in order of merit, will be prepared from the candidates called for interview. It remains valid for one year from the date of interview and may be used to fill the advertised vacancy and vacancies arising later.

Important Instructions

• Incomplete or partially filled application forms will not be considered.
• Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification.
• All correspondence will be made through email only. The Institute is not responsible if a candidate does not receive the call letter in time because of technical issues.
• Any addendum, corrigendum or update about the recruitment will be posted only on the Institute's website, www.aripune.res.in. The Institute's email is [email protected].
• No correspondence will be entertained from candidates who are not called for interview or selected.
• The Institute reserves the right to cancel the recruitment without giving any reason. It may also cancel an appointment, even after the appointment letter is issued, if a mistake in the selection is detected.
• Legal proceedings arising from this advertisement can be instituted only in Pune, and the courts at Pune have sole jurisdiction.
• The notice advises submitting the online application well before the closing date, because the portal may be overloaded in the last days.

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Q1. How many vacancies are there in ARI Pune Recruitment 2026?

• There are 2 vacancies, both unreserved (UR). One is for Scientist- 'C' in the Genetics & Plant Breeding Group and one is for Scientist- 'C' in Developmental Biology.

Q3. What qualification is needed for the ARI Pune Scientist-C posts?

• The Genetics & Plant Breeding post needs a First Class M.Sc in Agriculture with specialisation in Genetics and Plant Breeding or allied disciplines. The Developmental Biology post needs a First Class M.Sc in Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related fields. Both posts also need four years of R&D experience, as evidenced by publications.

Q4. What is the age limit for ARI Pune Scientist-C?

• The upper age limit shall not exceed 40 years, worked out on the closing date for applications. Government servants and employees of autonomous research organisations, research institutes and universities get a relaxation of up to five years. SC, ST, OBC and other categories get a relaxation as per Central Government orders.

Q5. What is the salary of ARI Pune Scientist-C?

• Scientist-C is at Level-11 in the pay matrix, Rs.67700-208700, plus allowances as admissible.

Q7. What is the application fee for ARI Pune Recruitment 2026?

• The fee is Rs.500/-, non-refundable, paid online through SBI Collect. SC/ST and women candidates are excepted from the fee.

Q9. What is the selection process for ARI Pune Scientist-C?

• Candidates may be shortlisted for interview, and shortlisted candidates are told by email the date, time and venue. A reserve panel from the interviewed candidates stays valid for one year.