Senior Research Fellow (1 Post): Essential: M.Sc. in Agricultural Biotechnology from a recognized university. Desirable: Minimum 3 to 4 years of experience in plant tissue culture laboratory or molecular biology laboratory.
Laboratory Assistant (1 Post): Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Biotechnology / Agriculture / Horticulture. Desirable: Minimum 1 year of experience in plant tissue culture laboratory or molecular biology laboratory.
MPKV Rahuri Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
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Published
Oct 26, 2026
Starts
Oct 26, 2026
Deadline
Nov 4, 2026
Exam Date
TBA
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Age Limit & Relaxations
Minimum age is 21 years and maximum age is 45 years as on the date of application.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Offline Application Submission & Document Scrutiny
Personal Interview by Selection Committee
Document Verification & Contractual Placement (6 Months)
Candidates must submit physical applications on or before 04 November 2026. The Selection Committee will scrutinize applications based on academic merit and laboratory experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal interview at MPKV Rahuri. Selected candidates will be engaged for an initial term of 6 months, extendable on performance and budget availability.
Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria & Guidelines |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Credentials in Agricultural Biotechnology / Agriculture | 35% | M.Sc. in Agril. Biotechnology for SRF; B.Sc. in Agril. Biotechnology / Agriculture / Horticulture for Lab Assistant |
| Plant Tissue Culture & Molecular Biology Laboratory Experience | 35% | Documented laboratory work in media preparation, micropropagation, subculturing, molecular markers, and sterile protocols |
| Personal Interview Performance | 20% | Assessment of practical biotechnology competence, protocol troubleshooting, and research communication |
| Publications & Scientific Contributions | 10% | Research articles, technical bulletins, and conference papers in plant biotechnology |
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- Applications must be submitted in physical format to Officer Incharge, SLBTC, MPKV Rahuri on or before 04 November 2026; postal delays will not be condoned.
- The appointment is co-terminus with the Revolving Fund scheme and initially valid for 6 months; it does not confer any claim for permanent university employment.
- Candidates intending to leave before tenure completion must give one month's prior written notice or forfeit one month's salary in lieu thereof.
- No Travelling Allowance (TA) or Daily Allowance (DA) will be admissible for appearing in the interview at Rahuri.
- Selected candidates will work under the administrative control of the PI and must devote their whole time to project assignments without taking any other paid work.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Senior Research Fellow1
- Laboratory Assistant1
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Fixed monthly consolidated honorarium: ₹35,000/- per month for Senior Research Fellow and ₹18,000/- per month for Laboratory Assistant.
Senior Research Fellow: ₹35,000/- per month (Fixed pay); Laboratory Assistant: ₹18,000/- per month (Fixed pay) on a consolidated basis under the Revolving Fund Project.
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Application Procedure
- Download and print the official application proforma (Page 3 of the notification) from mpkv.ac.in.
- Fill out the application form with complete personal details, contact information, educational qualifications from degree onwards, research experience in tissue culture/molecular biology, and publications.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all relevant testimonials, degree certificates, marksheets, proof of date of birth, and laboratory experience certificates.
- Affix a recent passport-sized photograph and sign the application.
- Submit the completed application packet addressed to:
Officer Incharge, State Level Biotechnology Centre, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri – 413722, Dist. Ahilyanagar, Maharashtraon or before 04 November 2026. Late or delayed applications will not be entertained. - Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview schedule and must attend in person at MPKV Rahuri with all original documents for verification.
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No application fee is prescribed (Nil / Free for all candidates).
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
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Published
Oct 26, 2026
Starts
Oct 26, 2026
Deadline
Nov 4, 2026
Exam Date
TBA
Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Offline Application Submission & Document Scrutiny
Personal Interview by Selection Committee
Document Verification & Contractual Placement (6 Months)
Candidates must submit physical applications on or before 04 November 2026. The Selection Committee will scrutinize applications based on academic merit and laboratory experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a personal interview at MPKV Rahuri. Selected candidates will be engaged for an initial term of 6 months, extendable on performance and budget availability.
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Physical applications along with required documents must reach the Officer Incharge, State Level Biotechnology Centre, MPKV, Rahuri on or before 04 November 2026.
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