NBPGR Recruitment 2026 - Walkin for Senior Research Fellow & Laboratory Assistant Posts — National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources

Drive Details

Eligibility

Master's Degree in Science/Life Sciences or B.Sc./Graduate degree in science; Senior Research Fellow (SRF):Master's Degree in Science (Plant Pathology/ Entomology/ Nematology/ Agricultural Biotechnology/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Molecular Biology/ Plant Genetic Resources/ Life Sciences from a recognized University) with 4 years / 5 years of Bachelor's Degree Or Candidates having a post-graduate degree in Basic Sciences (with specialization in Biotechnology/ Agriculture/ Botany/ Genetics/ plant science/ Life sciences/ related subject) with 3 years of Bachelor's degree and 2 years of Master's degree should have NET qualifications and 2 years of research experience in the relevant area.. Laboratory Assistant:B.Sc./ Graduate degree in science with relevant experience in agriculture field, biotechnology laboratory, plant protection, growing crops etc. (Desirable).. Candidates need a Master's Degree in Science, Life Sciences, Agricultural Biotechnology, or related disciplines with NET qualifications and 2 years of relevant research experience.

Posts under this Drive (2)

NEW

Senior Research Fellow (SRF)

1 vacancies Master's Degree in Science/Life Sciences or B.Sc./Graduate degree in science

NEW

Laboratory Assistant

2 vacancies Master's Degree in Science/Life Sciences or B.Sc./Graduate degree in science

Important Dates

Application End23 October 2026

Advance copy of application submission deadline23 October 2026

Date of Interview23 October 2026

Last Date to Apply23 October 2026

Recruitment Timeline

Application End23 Oct 2026

Application End

23 Oct 2026

In progress

Official Links

Apply Online Official Notification

How to Apply

Read the official notification carefully before applying.
Download Official Notification
Check your eligibility — age limit, qualification, and category requirements.
Keep your documents ready — photo, signature, certificates, and ID proof.
Visit the official application portal and complete the form.
Take a printout of the submitted application for your records.

Apply Online

Last date to apply: 23 Oct 2026

recruitment_drive

Additional Information

Age Limit Raw

Salary

Rs. 37,000/- + HRA to Rs. 42,000/- + HRA for SRF, Rs. 20,000 + HRA for Laboratory Assistant

Qualification

Master's Degree in Science/Life Sciences or B.Sc./Graduate degree in science

Age Text

SRF: 35 years, Laboratory Assistant: 50 years

Eligibility Items

Senior Research Fellow (SRF):Master's Degree in Science (Plant Pathology/ Entomology/ Nematology/ Agricultural Biotechnology/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Molecular Biology/ Plant Genetic Resources/ Life Sciences from a recognized University) with 4 years / 5 years of Bachelor's Degree Or Candidates having a post-graduate degree in Basic Sciences (with specialization in Biotechnology/ Agriculture/ Botany/ Genetics/ plant science/ Life sciences/ related subject) with 3 years of Bachelor's degree and 2 years of Master's degree should have NET qualifications and 2 years of research experience in the relevant area.
Laboratory Assistant:B.Sc./ Graduate degree in science with relevant experience in agriculture field, biotechnology laboratory, plant protection, growing crops etc. (Desirable).

Maximum Age

Laboratory Assistant:Maximum 50 years. Age relaxation is applicable: 5 years for Women and SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates, and 10 years for PwD candidates.

Salary Details

Post Name	Salary / Stipend
Senior Research Fellow (SRF)	Rs.37,000/- + HRA for 1st year and 2nd year and Rs. 42,000/- + HRA for 3rd year
Laboratory Assistant	Rs.20,000 + HRA

Eligibility Text

Candidates need a Master's Degree in Science, Life Sciences, Agricultural Biotechnology, or related disciplines with NET qualifications and 2 years of relevant research experience.

Additional Information

Age Limit Raw

Salary

Rs. 37,000/- + HRA to Rs. 42,000/- + HRA for SRF, Rs. 20,000 + HRA for Laboratory Assistant

Qualification

Master's Degree in Science/Life Sciences or B.Sc./Graduate degree in science

Age Text

SRF: 35 years, Laboratory Assistant: 50 years

Eligibility Items

Senior Research Fellow (SRF):Master's Degree in Science (Plant Pathology/ Entomology/ Nematology/ Agricultural Biotechnology/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Molecular Biology/ Plant Genetic Resources/ Life Sciences from a recognized University) with 4 years / 5 years of Bachelor's Degree Or Candidates having a post-graduate degree in Basic Sciences (with specialization in Biotechnology/ Agriculture/ Botany/ Genetics/ plant science/ Life sciences/ related subject) with 3 years of Bachelor's degree and 2 years of Master's degree should have NET qualifications and 2 years of research experience in the relevant area.
Laboratory Assistant:B.Sc./ Graduate degree in science with relevant experience in agriculture field, biotechnology laboratory, plant protection, growing crops etc. (Desirable).

Maximum Age

Laboratory Assistant:Maximum 50 years. Age relaxation is applicable: 5 years for Women and SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates, and 10 years for PwD candidates.

Salary Details

Post Name	Salary / Stipend
Senior Research Fellow (SRF)	Rs.37,000/- + HRA for 1st year and 2nd year and Rs. 42,000/- + HRA for 3rd year
Laboratory Assistant	Rs.20,000 + HRA

Eligibility Text

Candidates need a Master's Degree in Science, Life Sciences, Agricultural Biotechnology, or related disciplines with NET qualifications and 2 years of relevant research experience.