Contractual / Regular

GBU Research Assistant Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 28, 2026
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
1
Pay Scale
₹25,000 per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
As per University Norms

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 23, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 23, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 22, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window23 Sep – 22 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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

Educational Qualification

Master's Degree in Environmental Science, Biochemistry, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Botany, or an allied discipline with sound knowledge of Ecology, Environmental Science, and Environmental Policy. Demonstrated ability in research, documentation, report writing, and project proposal preparation, alongside proficiency in MS Office tools. Desirable: Ph.D. in the relevant discipline or prior research/project experience in environmental studies.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Age criteria as per Gautam Buddha University and project norms.

Check Your Age Eligibility

Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Screening & Shortlisting

Document ScrutinyQualifying Only

Personal Interview

In-Person (Physical Mode)Merit Scored

Screening of applications will be conducted by a Screening Committee. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview in physical mode only at Gautam Buddha University. Call letters and interview schedules will be communicated via email.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation Component
Academic Foundation & Postgraduate Specialization
Environmental Law, Policy & Ecology Domain Knowledge
Research Documentation & Proposal Writing
Physical Interview & Research Aptitude

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.

Academic and policy-oriented research environment within the Centre for Environmental Law Management & Research (CELMAR), School of Law, Justice and Governance at Gautam Buddha University. The Research Assistant engages in high-impact research exploring cost-effective mitigation strategies for environmental degradation and climate change, collaborating with policymakers and scholars.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Initial appointment tenure is 1 year, extendable for subsequent years based on project requirements and performance. Stationed at the Gautam Buddha University campus, Greater Noida. On-campus accommodation may be provided subject to availability.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Contractual research positions provide valuable institutional credentials and direct mentorship for future Ph.D. admissions, UGC-NET/CSIR qualifications, and policy research consultancy roles.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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

  • Applications must be submitted strictly via Speed Post or Courier to reach by 22 October 2026, 5:00 PM; late or hand-delivered submissions will not be accepted.
  • Candidates must appear for the interview in physical mode only; no online or hybrid interview facility is offered, and no TA/DA is admissible.
  • Applicants must submit an undertaking while applying that they are not occupied with any other assignment elsewhere.
  • Candidates must maintain an active, valid email address as all interview call letters and updates will be communicated exclusively via email.

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 Vacancies1

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated remuneration of ₹25,000/- per month.

Consolidated remuneration of Rs. 25,000/- per month. Accommodation within the University campus may be provided, subject to availability and University rules. Entitled to 14 days casual leave per year.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Download the official application proforma appended to Advertisement No. 01/GBU/CELMAR/2026 from the university portal at www.gbu.ac.in.
  2. Fill out the prescribed application form completely and affix a recent passport-size photograph.
  3. Attach self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates/degrees (Graduation, Post Graduation, Ph.D.), mark sheets, qualifying exam scorecards (NET/JRF/GATE/SLET), Master's thesis abstract, publication list, experience certificates, date of birth proof, caste/category certificate (if applicable), and a signed declaration regarding no criminal conviction.
  4. Superscribe the envelope with: “Application for the Post of Research Assistant in CELMAR (Ref: Advt. No. 01/GBU/CELMAR/2026)”.
  5. Submit the completed application packet strictly by Speed Post or Courier to: The Coordinator, CELMAR, Dean Office, School of Law, Justice and Governance, Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh - 201312 on or before 22 October 2026 by 5:00 PM.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil. No application fee is payable.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

Direct links to the authorized government portal, official notification PDF, and career portal.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

5 Queries Resolved

Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

The last date of receiving the duly filled application form via Speed Post or Courier at Gautam Buddha University is 22 October 2026 by 5:00 PM.

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