• Project Scientist-I (01 Post): Ph.D. in Bioinformatics / Computational Biology / Systems Biology / Biophysics or related computational life sciences field OR Master’s Degree in Engineering & Technology (M.E. / M.Tech.) from a recognized university. Remuneration: ₹56,000/- + 27% HRA per month.
• Project Scientist-II (01 Post): Ph.D. in Bioinformatics / Computational Biology / Systems Biology / Biophysics OR Master’s Degree in Engineering & Technology PLUS minimum three (03) years of post-qualification R&D experience in Industry, Academic Institution, or S&T organizations. Remuneration: ₹67,000/- + 27% HRA per month.
• Desirable Skills: Experience in protein structure modelling (AlphaFold, Rosetta, docking workflows), machine learning / deep learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch), high-performance computing (HPC/GPU), version control (Git), and collaborative scientific software development.
• Project Scope & Tenure: Under MeitY-funded project 'GANANA: India-EU initiative for Scientific High-Performance Computing' (tenable till 14.04.2028). Appointed on 1-year renewable contract.
NII New Delhi Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Project Scientist-I & II Posts in Bioinformatics & HPC
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
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Published
Aug 30, 2026
Starts
Aug 30, 2026
Deadline
Sep 12, 2026
Exam Date
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. / M.Tech. Academic Excellence & Research Track Record in Computational Biology / Biophysics | ||
| Protein Structure Modeling, Molecular Dynamics Simulations & Structural Prediction (AlphaFold, Rosetta, Docking) | ||
| Machine Learning & Deep Learning Architectures (PyTorch, TensorFlow) for Omics & High-Performance Computing (HPC/GPU) | ||
| Technical Interview Presentation, International Consortium Collaboration & Scientific Deliverables |
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- Strict Email Submission Format: Applications must be submitted strictly in the prescribed format with complete CV and 3 referee contacts to [email protected] on or before September 12, 2026.
- Application Fee Mandate: Male General/OBC candidates must pay ₹100/- via Demand Draft or UPI/Net Banking (A/c: Director NII, Canara Bank A/c 1484101001636, IFSC CNRB0001484) and submit proof; Women and SC/ST/PH candidates are exempt.
- Three Years Experience Requirement for PS-II: Project Scientist-II candidates must possess at least 3 years of post-qualification R&D experience; incomplete experience will not be considered.
- No Housing / Hostel Facility: Selected candidates must make their own residential arrangements as no institute hostel accommodation is provided.
- Referee Contact Details: The CV must explicitly include the names, designations, and official email addresses of three academic/research referees.
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Project Scientist-I1
- Project Scientist-II1
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
• Project Scientist-I: ₹56,000/- + 27% HRA per month
• Project Scientist-II: ₹67,000/- + 27% HRA per month
Consolidated monthly emoluments as per DST guidelines (OM dated 10.07.2020): ₹56,000/- + 27% HRA (Total: ₹71,120/- p.m.) for Project Scientist-I and ₹67,000/- + 27% HRA (Total: ₹85,090/- p.m.) for Project Scientist-II.
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General & OBC candidates: ₹100/- payable via Demand Draft or UPI to Director, NII (A/c No. 1484101001636, IFSC: CNRB0001484). Women and SC/ST/PH candidates are completely exempted from payment of fee.
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