IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Junior Research Fellow, Project Associate II Posts

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• Updated August 11, 2026 10:11 AM
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• Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (IISER Pune) has published the Junior Research Fellow / Project Associate II Notification 2026 under Advertisement No. 65/2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill 2 positions. Candidates aged not more than 28 years for JRF and 35 years for Project Associate II, with the required Master's degree or relevant B.Tech/ BS qualification along with applicable national-level test scores for JRF, are eligible to apply online. The application process will be active up to 18 August 2026, and candidates can access the notification PDF and apply link below.

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IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 - Overview

IISER Pune Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

• Candidates who are interested in applying for the IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
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IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details

• A total of 2 vacancies are available - 1 for Junior Research Fellow and 1 for Project Associate II.

IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

• Junior Research Fellow: Master's degree in Biotechnology / Microbiology / Botany / Life sciences or related areas. B. Tech / BS or equivalent degree in any other relevant quantitative fields. Valid CSIR-NET / GATE / DBT – JRF / any other National Level Test conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies and Institutions OR equivalent scorecard. Candidates having demonstrated work experience in Plant Tissue Culture, Plant transformation, recombinant DNA tools and CRISPR mediated genome editing will be preferred.
• Project Associate II: Master's degree in Natural / Biotechnology / Microbiology or Agricultural Sciences from a recognized University or equivalent. 1 year of relevant experience in R&D in academic Institutions. Candidates with experience in plant molecular biology, recombinant DNA technology, cloning, plant transformation and tissue culture techniques and having published a primary research paper in a peer reviewed international journal will be preferred.

IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit

• Junior Research Fellow: Not more than 28 years. Age relaxation may be considered for applicants having qualification and experience higher than the advertised with the prior approval of the competent authority.
• Project Associate II: Not more than 35 years. Age relaxation may be considered for candidates having qualification and experience higher than the advertised with the prior approval of the competent authority.
• To avoid any confusion regarding age eligibility, candidates can use our Age Calculator to calculate their exact age based on the prescribed cut-off date before applying

IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 - Salary / Stipend

• Junior Research Fellow: Rs. 37,000/- + 27% House Rent Allowance per month
• Project Associate II: Rs. 33,000/- + 30% House Rent Allowance per month

IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates

IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

• Shortlisting of candidates
• Verification of documents
• Interview

How to Apply

• Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online for the IISER Pune Various Posts Recruitment 2026.
• Applications must be submitted online on or before 18-08-2026.
• To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
• Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of IISER Pune to complete the application.
• Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
• Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
• Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
• Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

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Q2. How many vacancies are available for Junior Research Fellow and Project Associate-II posts?

• There are a total of 2 vacancies announced by IISER Pune for these positions. One vacancy is for the Junior Research Fellow post and another for the Project Associate-II post.

Q3. What is the educational qualification required for the Junior Research Fellow position?

• For the Junior Research Fellow position, candidates must have a Master's degree in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Botany, Life sciences, or related areas. A B. Tech / BS or equivalent degree in quantitative fields with a valid national-level test score is also accepted.

Q4. What is the age limit for the Project Associate-II post?

• The maximum age limit for the Project Associate-II position is 35 years. Age relaxation may be provided for candidates with higher qualifications and experience, subject to competent authority approval.

Q5. What is the salary offered for the Junior Research Fellow post?

• The selected candidate for the Junior Research Fellow post will receive a monthly salary of Rs. 37,000/- plus 27% House Rent Allowance.

Q6. Is there any application fee for this recruitment?

• As per the information available, no application fee is mentioned in the official notification for the IISER Pune Recruitment 2026. Candidates should verify this on the official notification.

Q7. What is the selection process for these positions?

• The selection process for the Junior Research Fellow and Project Associate-II posts at IISER Pune typically involves shortlisting of candidates, followed by document verification, and an interview.