Jammu and Kashmir State Eligibility Test Agency, University of Kashmir
Contractual / Regular

Univ of Kashmir Project Assistant Walk-in 2026

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Oct. 6, 2026
Project Assistant

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Postgraduate250
M.Sc120
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
1 Post
Pay Scale
Rs. 23,600/- per month (Rs. 20,000 + 18% HRA)
Age Limit
Up to 35 Years as on 16.10.2026 (Relaxable as per GoI DBT Norms)
Job Location
Jammu & Kashmir11Srinagar3

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Oct 6, 2026

2

Starts

Oct 6, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 16, 2026

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Exam Date

Oct 19, 2026

Application Window6 – 16 Oct 2026
Exam / Test Date19 Oct 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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

Educational Qualification

M.Sc. in Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Nanotechnology or allied subjects with a minimum of 55% marks from a recognized university. Candidates possessing valid CSIR-UGC NET, JK SET, or GATE qualifications will be given preference.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is 35 years as per Department of Biotechnology (DBT) guidelines. Relaxable up to 5 years for SC/ST/Differently-abled/Women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Email Application & Statement of Interest Scrutiny

OnlineQualifying Only

Walk-in-Interview (Technical & Research Suitability Evaluation)

OfflineMerit Scored

Selection is conducted through a Walk-in-Interview on 19.10.2026 at 2:30 PM at the Department of Nanotechnology, CCPC, University of Kashmir. Interested candidates email their Statement of Interest, CV, and supporting documents to [email protected] by 16-10-2026, followed by physical certificate verification and personal interaction before the selection committee. Final recommendation is based on academic merit, research competence, and interview performance.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation ComponentMax Marks / Weightage
Academic Credentials & M.Sc. Percentage in Biochemistry/Biotech/Nanotech30 Marks
National Level Eligibility Qualification (CSIR-UGC NET / SET / GATE)20 Marks
Research Exposure in Oncology, Molecular Biology, Receptor Signaling & Laboratory Techniques25 Marks
Walk-in-Interview Performance, Research Aptitude & Statement of Interest25 Marks

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.

The Project Assistant is appointed under the Department of Nanotechnology at the University of Kashmir, Srinagar for an extramural research grant funded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. The project investigates molecular oncology and cancer cachexia mechanisms ('Exploring the Role of TGF-pseudo receptor BAMBI-driven Androgen Deprivation Therapy-Induced Muscle Wasting in Prostate Cancer Cachexia') under Dr. Mushtaq A Beigh. The role involves laboratory cell culture, molecular assays (Western blotting, RT-qPCR), receptor-ligand interaction studies, data curation, and scientific paper drafting. The research environment offers excellent exposure to cutting-edge biomedical nanotechnology.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the duration of the DBT-funded research project, subject to periodic fund releases by DBT, Government of India. Stationed on the main campus at University of Kashmir, Hazratbal, Srinagar-190006. The appointment carries no claim or right for regular permanent appointment in the University of Kashmir.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Being a project-funded research position, there is no formal departmental promotion hierarchy. However, candidates working as Project Assistants gain significant laboratory training and publication credits, enabling them to register for Ph.D. programs at University of Kashmir or secure high-tier doctoral fellowships (CSIR/DBT/ICMR JRF) in premier research institutes.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Strict Single PDF Email Deadline: Candidates must submit their statement of interest, along with self-attested qualification, age, and experience certificates as a single PDF file to [email protected] on or before 16-10-2026. Submissions after this date will not be processed.
  • In-Person Walk-in Interview: The interview is conducted in-person on 19.10.2026 at 2:30 PM at the Department of Nanotechnology, CCPC, University of Kashmir, Srinagar. Candidates must carry original documents for physical verification at their own expense (no TA/DA).
  • Co-Terminus Grant Dependence: The tenure of the appointment is strictly tied to the DBT project duration and continuation of research grant funds from the Government of India.
  • Preference for National Eligibility: While M.Sc with 55% is the baseline eligibility, preference is given to candidates with valid CSIR-UGC NET, JK SET, or GATE qualifications.

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

  • UR / Open (Project Post)1
Total Vacancies1 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Fixed monthly consolidated emoluments of Rs. 20,000/- plus 18% HRA amounting to Rs. 23,600/- per month as per DBT project sanction guidelines.

Consolidated monthly emoluments of Rs. 20,000/- plus 18% HRA (Rs. 3,600/-), totaling Rs. 23,600/- per month funded by Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.

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 comprehensive Statement of Interest highlighting research interests, relevant molecular biology or biochemistry lab experience, and career goals.
  2. Compile self-attested photocopies of academic credentials (M.Sc. degree & mark sheets, B.Sc. degree, 10th certificate for date of birth verification, NET/SET/GATE scorecards if applicable, and any prior research experience certificates).
  3. Merge the Statement of Interest, CV, and all supporting certificates into a single consolidated PDF file.
  4. Email the single PDF file to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Mushtaq A Beigh, at [email protected] on or before 16-10-2026.
  5. Appear in person for the Walk-in-Interview on 19.10.2026 (Monday) at 2:30 PM at the Department of Nanotechnology, CCPC, University of Kashmir, Srinagar along with original documents for verification.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No Application Fee. Candidates submit applications and attend the walk-in interview free of cost.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Yes. The minimum essential qualification is M.Sc. in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, or allied subjects with at least 55% marks. However, candidates holding NET, SET, or GATE qualifications will be given preference during selection.

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