Candidates must possess a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences, or an M.Sc. in Botany, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Agricultural Sciences, Plant Sciences, or an equivalent degree, along with at least two years of research and development experience in academic/industrial institutions or scientific organizations. Hands-on experience in plant tissue culture and plant molecular biology is highly desirable.
Contractual / RegularSep. 16, 2026
IISER Tirupati Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Project Associate-II / SRF Post
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Sep. 16, 2026Project Associate-IISenior Research Fellow
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Vacancies
01
Pay Scale
Rs. 33,000 to Rs. 42,000 + 10% HRA per month
Age Limit
Maximum 50 Years as on 23.09.2026
Job Location
Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Sep 3, 2026
2
Starts
Sep 3, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep 23, 2026
4
Exam Date
Sep 28, 2026
Application Window3 – 23 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date28 Sep 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Upper age limit is not more than 50 years as of the application closing date (23 September 2026).
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
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Application Screening & Shortlisting
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Online / OfflineMerit Scored
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OfflineQualifying Only
Applications submitted by email will be screened on the basis of minimum educational qualifications, relevant research experience in plant molecular biology and tissue culture, and project alignment. Shortlisted applicants will be notified via email for an interview scheduled tentatively for 28th September 2026 at 2:00 PM before the selection committee headed by the Principal Investigator (Dr. Swarup Roy Choudhury).
Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme
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| Evaluation Component | Max Marks / Weightage |
|---|---|
| Academic Credentials (M.Sc. / 4-Year B.Sc. in Plant Sciences / Biotechnology) | 25 Marks |
| R&D Experience in Plant Tissue Culture & Plant Molecular Biology (2+ Years) | 35 Marks |
| National Level Eligibility Test (CSIR/UGC NET-JRF, DBT-JRF, GATE) | 15 Marks |
| Interview Performance & Research Aptitude | 25 Marks |
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
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Work Culture & Environment
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Project staff operate in the Plant Signaling Group led by Dr. Swarup Roy Choudhury in the Department of Biology at IISER Tirupati's permanent campus in Yerpedu. The laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art plant growth chambers, tissue culture facilities, real-time PCR, and confocal microscopy. The appointee will lead the generation of transgenic groundnut and Indian mustard lines, investigate MYB96 transcription factor-mediated drought tolerance and lipid biosynthesis, and publish findings in peer-reviewed Q1 scientific journals.
Posting & Transfer Policy
Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.
The initial offer will be for six months, renewable subject to satisfactory performance. The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the DBT research project (Project Code: 30326261) funded by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Govt. of India.
Career & Promotion Ladder
Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.
As a project-bound research position, there is no direct promotional ladder into permanent faculty or scientific cadres at IISER Tirupati. However, hands-on experience generating transgenic crop lines and high-impact publications under a premier IISER faculty offers a strong advantage for institutional Ph.D. admissions, national doctoral fellowships, and R&D scientist recruitment in agricultural biotechnology organizations (ICAR, NIPGR, ICRISAT, or private agro-biotech firms).
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps
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- A minimum of two years of documented R&D experience in plant science / biotechnology is strictly mandatory in addition to the Master's / 4-year Bachelor's degree; applications without requisite experience will be rejected.
- Applications must be submitted exclusively via email to [email protected] by 23 September 2026, 5:00 PM; no other application mode is accepted.
- The position is purely contractual and co-terminus with the DBT research project, conferring no right to claim regular absorption or appointment in IISER Tirupati or DBT.
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
- Unreserved / Project Post1
Total Vacancies01
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Monthly consolidated fellowship: (i) Rs. 42,000/- + 10% HRA (Total: Rs. 46,200/-) for candidates with CSIR/UGC NET-JRF, DBT-JRF, GATE, or selection through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments/Agencies; (ii) Rs. 33,000/- + 10% HRA (Total: Rs. 36,300/-) for candidates without national eligibility test qualifications.
Monthly fellowship of Rs. 42,000/- + 10% HRA for CSIR/UGC NET-JRF, DBT-JRF, or GATE qualified candidates; Rs. 33,000/- + 10% HRA for non-NET/GATE candidates as per DST/DBT OM guidelines.
How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?
Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.
Application Procedure
- Download the prescribed application format attached to Advertisement No. 72/2026 from the official IISER Tirupati portal (www.iisertirupati.ac.in).
- Fill out the application form completely with personal details, educational qualifications, 2 years R&D experience, and national examination (NET/GATE/DBT-JRF) details, and convert it into a PDF file.
- Draft an email with the subject line "Application for the post of Project Associate-II/Senior Research Fellow" and attach the duly filled application PDF.
- Send the application via email to the Principal Investigator at [email protected] on or before 23rd September 2026 by 5:00 PM.
- Ensure active mobile number and email ID are provided, as only shortlisted candidates will be notified for the interview (tentatively scheduled for 28 September 2026 at 2:00 PM).
Application Fee & Category Concessions
Nil (No application fee is prescribed).
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application Screening & Shortlisting
OnlineQualifying Only
Personal Interview (Online / In-person)
Online / OfflineMerit Scored
Document Verification
OfflineQualifying Only
Applications submitted by email will be screened on the basis of minimum educational qualifications, relevant research experience in plant molecular biology and tissue culture, and project alignment. Shortlisted applicants will be notified via email for an interview scheduled tentatively for 28th September 2026 at 2:00 PM before the selection committee headed by the Principal Investigator (Dr. Swarup Roy Choudhury).
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Candidates must possess a 4-year Bachelor's degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences, or an M.Sc. in Botany, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Agricultural Sciences, Plant Sciences, or equivalent, plus a minimum of 2 years of documented R&D experience in academic or industrial research institutions.
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