Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal
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IISER Bhopal Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Project Junior Research Fellow Post in Department of Chemistry

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Sep. 11, 2026
Project Junior Research Fellow

Required Qualification

M.Sc169
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Vacancies
1
Pay Scale
₹37,000/- per month + HRA
Age Limit
Up to 28 Years (Relaxable as per GoI norms)
Job Location
Madhya Pradesh21Bhopal11

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 5, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 5, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 20, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window5 – 20 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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Educational Qualification

First-class M.Sc. degree in Chemistry with compulsory specialization in Organic Chemistry from a recognized University or Institute, along with a valid national-level qualifying scorecard in CSIR/UGC-NET (JRF or LS) or GATE. Prior research experience in organic synthesis is preferred.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is typically 28 years for Junior Research Fellow as per standard ANRF / DST / Government of India guidelines, with statutory age relaxations admissible for SC/ST/OBC/PwD and female candidates.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Screening & Shortlisting

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Personal Interview (Online)

OnlineMerit Scored

Applications will be screened based on academic credentials, valid CSIR/UGC-NET or GATE qualifications, and research experience in synthetic organic chemistry. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview via video conferencing. No TA/DA is admissible. The selected candidate must join as early as possible.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation ComponentMax Marks / Weightage
Academic Merit (First Class M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry)Essential eligibility threshold and baseline shortlisting criterion
National Competitive Exam Score (CSIR/UGC-NET JRF/LS or GATE)Mandatory qualifying credential for ANRF JRF emolument entitlement
Research Proficiency in Synthetic Organic ChemistryDemonstrated hands-on experience in transition-metal catalysis, C-H activation, or total synthesis
Online Personal Interview Performance100% decisive weightage for final merit selection among shortlisted candidates

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

IISER Bhopal is an autonomous Institute of National Importance established by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The Department of Chemistry houses state-of-the-art instrumentation facilities including high-field NMRs (400, 500, 700 MHz), HRMS, Single-Crystal XRD, and HPLC systems. Under Prof. Manmohan Kapur in the Organic Chemistry & Synthesis (OCS) Lab, research is focused on enantioselective remote functionalization, transition-metal-catalyzed C-H activation, and collective total synthesis of complex natural products and OLED bis-spirofluorenes. The work requires rigorous lab safety protocols, multi-step synthetic execution, and analytical characterization.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Stationed at Academic Building II, IISER Bhopal, Bhauri, Bhopal Bypass Road, Bhopal - 462066, Madhya Pradesh. The initial appointment is for 12 months, extendable based on annual performance review and ANRF project grant continuation.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Project JRF fellows who exhibit outstanding research aptitude, generate high-impact publications, and meet institutional doctoral criteria may be considered for PhD registration at IISER Bhopal subject to departmental selection procedures, transitioning to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) after two successful years.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Strict Specialization Prerequisite: Only candidates with M.Sc. specialization strictly in Organic Chemistry (First Class) are eligible; general chemistry or other branches without organic specialization will not be considered.
  • Mandatory National Qualification: A valid scorecard in CSIR/UGC-NET (including LS) or GATE is compulsory to qualify for the Rs. 37,000/- monthly fellowship.
  • Email Submission Deadline: Complete applications with two academic referee contacts must reach [email protected] by September 20, 2026; late submissions will not be processed.
  • No TA/DA for Selection: The interview will be hosted entirely online; candidates must arrange their own high-speed connectivity and audiovisual setup.

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 fellowship of Rs. 37,000/- per month plus applicable House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per ANRF and IISER Bhopal institutional project norms.

Rs. 37,000/- per month + HRA (as applicable). Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Government of India funded research project. Initial duration is 12 months, extendable subject to performance evaluation.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Prepare a detailed résumé / CV in the prescribed two-page application format, containing personal details, date of birth, educational percentage/CGPA from 10th standard onwards, GATE/CSIR/UGC fellowship scores, prior research experience, and contact details of at least two academic referees.
  2. Affix or insert a recent passport-size photograph on the application proforma.
  3. Submit the completed application packet via email to Principal Investigator Prof. Manmohan Kapur at [email protected] on or before September 20, 2026.
  4. Ensure original certificates and mark sheets are kept ready for verification at the time of joining if selected.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is payable for this project position.

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Yes, possessing a valid CSIR/UGC-NET (JRF or Lectureship) or GATE qualification is mandatory along with a First Class M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry to be eligible for this ANRF-funded post.

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