Candidates must possess a First Class Master's Degree (M.Sc.) in Physics or Chemistry with at least 60% aggregate marks (or CGPA of 6.5 or above on a 10-point scale); relaxed to 55% for SC/ST/PwD candidates. In addition, candidates must possess a valid GATE or CSIR-UGC NET / JRF qualification score in the respective discipline.
Contractual / RegularSep. 9, 2026
Doon University Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 2 Posts
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Sep. 9, 2026Project Assistant (Physics)Project Assistant (Chemistry)
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Vacancies
2
Pay Scale
₹ 37,000/- per month (Consolidated Fellowship)
Age Limit
Up to 35 Years (as per DST norms; relaxable for SC/ST/OBC/Women)
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 2, 2026
2
Starts
Sep 2, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 12, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Application Window2 – 12 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Upper age limit is typically 35 years as per DST project norms (relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/PwD/Women and 3 years for OBC candidates).
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
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GATE Score-Based Shortlisting (No Written Examination Conducted by Organization)
Screening of Applications based on Academic Record & GATE/NET Score
OnlineQualifying Only
Personal Interview (Online / In-Person at Doon University)
OfflineMerit Scored
Selection will be conducted through a two-stage process:
- Application Submission: Eligible candidates must email their filled application proforma (Annexure 1) along with soft copies of mark sheets, degree certificates, and GATE/NET scorecard to [email protected] on or before 12th September 2026.
- Interview: Screened-in candidates will be called for an interview before the selection committee to assess research capability in renewable energy and climate technology.
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GATE Score-Based Shortlisting (No Written Examination Conducted by Organization)
Candidates are directly shortlisted based on their valid GATE score in the respective engineering/science paper. The recruiting authority does not conduct a separate written or computer-based test (CBT).
Shortlisting Criteria
Normalized GATE Marks / Scorecard out of 1000. Cutoffs vary by engineering discipline and reservation category.
Subsequent Evaluation Stage
Shortlisted applicants are invited for Group Discussion (GD), Personal Interview (PI), or Document Verification (DV) as specified.
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Doon University is situated at the picturesque Kedarpur campus in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The project assistants will work under the School of Physical Sciences on the DST-NCSTC funded project titled 'Classroom to Community Advanced Technologies and Education for Renewable Energy and Climate Change in Uttarakhand through Samvaad, Sanyojan and Abhyaas'. Daily work entails nanomaterial synthesis, characterization of renewable energy systems (solar cells, thermoelectric generators), organizing community workshops and school science demonstrations across Uttarakhand hill districts, and publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals. Collaborative university research setting; standard hours (09:30 AM to 05:30 PM, Monday to Friday).
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
Contractual appointment for the duration of the research project (typically 2 to 3 years), renewed annually based on performance review. Stationed at Doon University, Dehradun.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
Serving as a DST-NCSTC Project Assistant / JRF builds high-value research credentials, significantly boosting prospects for institutional Ph.D. registration at Doon University, IITs, IISc, or CSIR institutes, as well as industrial R&D positions in renewable energy sectors.
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- Email Submission Deadline (12-09-2026): Completed application in Annexure-1 format along with soft copies of all academic documents and scorecards must be emailed to [email protected] by 12th September 2026. Late applications will not be considered.
- Valid GATE / CSIR-UGC NET Mandatory: Only candidates possessing a valid GATE or CSIR-UGC NET/JRF scorecard in Physics or Chemistry are eligible.
- Minimum 60% Marks in M.Sc.: General/OBC candidates must have at least 60% marks (or 6.5 CGPA); SC/ST/PwD candidates require at least 55%.
- No Additional Allowances: The post offers a consolidated fellowship of ₹ 37,000/- per month without any HRA, medical, or other allowances.
- Subject-Specific Application: Post Code 1 requires M.Sc. in Physics; Post Code 2 requires M.Sc. in Chemistry.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Project Assistant (Physics) - DST Project1
- Project Assistant (Chemistry) - DST Project1
Total Vacancies2
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Consolidated research fellowship of ₹ 37,000/- per month on temporary project tenure under the DST-NCSTC sponsored research initiative.
Fellowship of ₹ 37,000/- per month as per DST Office Memorandum and candidate qualifications. No HRA, medical, or other allowances payable.
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Sep 2, 2026
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Starts
Sep 2, 2026
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Deadline
Sep 12, 2026
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Exam Date
TBA
Application Window2 – 12 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced
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Doon University, Dehradun (School of Physical Sciences / DST-NCSTC Project)
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceCandidate selection pathway via national score validation and subsequent screening.
GATE Score-Based Shortlisting (No Written Examination Conducted by Organization)
Screening of Applications based on Academic Record & GATE/NET Score
OnlineQualifying Only
Personal Interview (Online / In-Person at Doon University)
OfflineMerit Scored
Selection will be conducted through a two-stage process:
- Application Submission: Eligible candidates must email their filled application proforma (Annexure 1) along with soft copies of mark sheets, degree certificates, and GATE/NET scorecard to [email protected] on or before 12th September 2026.
- Interview: Screened-in candidates will be called for an interview before the selection committee to assess research capability in renewable energy and climate technology.
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The deadline to submit applications via email to [email protected] is 12th September 2026.
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