Contractual / Regular

CAU College of Fisheries Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for 01 Junior Research Fellow Post

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Sep. 12, 2026
Junior Research Fellow

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Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
01 Post
Pay Scale
As per DBT norms (+ 9% HRA)
Age Limit
Up to 35 Years
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 7, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 7, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 21, 2026

4

Exam Date

Sep 21, 2026

Application Window7 – 21 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date21 Sep 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Essential: M.F.Sc. in Fisheries Science OR M.Sc. in Biotechnology / Microbiology / Life Sciences with specialization in Fisheries.

Desirable: Hands-on experience in Fish Processing & Product Technology, handling of bacteria, and molecular techniques (microbiome/metagenomic analysis). Strong computer documentation and analytical skills.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is 35 years as on the date of interview. Age relaxation of 5 years is applicable for SC/ST/Women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates, or as per Central Government notifications.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Document Verification & Bio-Data Scrutiny

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Walk-in Interview before Selection Committee

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Selection is conducted through in-person verification of original credentials, academic records, and a walk-in interview before the Selection Committee on 21st September 2026 at College of Fisheries, Lembucherra, Tripura.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Area / ComponentAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Merit & Fisheries / Microbiology BackgroundPerformance in M.F.Sc. / M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Life Sciences with Fisheries specialization
National Level Eligibility (NET / GATE)CSIR-UGC NET (including Assistant Professorship / Lectureship), GATE, or Central Government agency examination qualification
Laboratory Techniques & Research ExperienceHands-on experience in fish processing technology, bacterial culture handling, molecular microbiology, and metagenomic tools
Interview & Project AptitudeUnderstanding of fermentation biochemistry, traditional fermented fish (shidol) microbiome dynamics, computer documentation, and research communication

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

The post is based at the College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (Imphal), situated in Lembucherra, Tripura (West), approximately 12 km from Agartala. The JRF will work in the Department of Fish Processing Technology & Microbiology on a high-priority DBT-funded project exploring the metagenomic microbiome of Shidol (a traditional fermented fish delicacy of Northeast India) to develop a standardized starter culture consortium. Laboratory duties include field sample collection across Tripura/Northeast markets, microbial isolation, genomic DNA extraction, high-throughput metagenomic sequencing data analysis, and laboratory culture maintenance.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The position is purely contractual and co-terminus with the DBT project (tenure up to June 2029 or until order from DBT, Govt. of India). The initial appointment is for 6 months, renewable based on progress review. The post does not carry any claim for permanent absorption or regular appointment in CAU or DBT.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

JRFs under DBT projects are eligible for upgradation to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) after 2 years of satisfactory research assessment. The research output can also be leveraged for doctoral registration (Ph.D.) under CAU / recognized universities in fisheries microbiology or biotechnology.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • This is a walk-in interview requiring physical presence at the Lembucherra campus in Tripura on 21st September 2026; no virtual or online interview is accommodated.
  • Candidates must carry the completed bio-data proforma along with one set of self-attested documents and all original certificates for verification at 10:30 AM sharp.
  • No TA/DA will be reimbursed for attending the interview.
  • The competent authority reserves the right to postpone/cancel the interview or alter the number of vacancies without prior notice.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR1
Total Vacancies01 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Monthly fellowship emolument as per DBT guidelines plus 9% HRA for candidates qualified through CSIR-UGC NET/GATE or Central Government national examinations.

Monthly emoluments as per DBT / Central Government norms (₹37,000/- or ₹31,000/- per month + 9% HRA for scholars selected through CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship/GATE or National level examination conducted by Central Govt. Departments/Agencies). Initial engagement is purely contractual for 6 months or co-terminus with the project (up to June 2029).

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download and print the prescribed Bio-Data Proforma from the official recruitment notification.
  2. Fill out all details neatly (Candidate Name, Father/Husband Name, Addresses, Phone/Email, Date of Birth, Category, Educational Qualifications from Matriculation onwards, Experience, Publications, and Extracurriculars).
  3. Affix a recent passport-size photograph on the form.
  4. Enclose self-attested photocopies of Date of Birth certificate, educational marksheets & degree certificates, category certificate (SC/ST/OBC), NET/GATE scorecard, and experience certificates.
  5. Address the application to the Dean, College of Fisheries, Central Agricultural University (CAU), Lembucherra, Tripura (West) - 799210.
  6. Attend the Walk-in Interview on 21st September 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Conference Hall, College of Fisheries, Lembucherra, Tripura (West) - 799210 along with original certificates. No TA/DA will be paid.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is required for attending the walk-in interview.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Monthly emoluments are governed by DBT norms (₹31,000/- or ₹37,000/- per month + 9% HRA) for candidates who have qualified CSIR-UGC NET / GATE or national level examinations conducted by Central Government departments.

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