University of Kashmir KU Department of Botany Srinagar Junior Research Fellow JRF employment opportunities notice DIPK-NB-1495-26

August 30, 2026

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2	Position Details & Eligibility Criteria
3	How to Apply & Application Procedure
4	Terms & Conditions
5	About Research Project & Department
6	Frequently Asked Questions

DEPARTMENT OF BOTANY

UNIVERSITY OF KASHMIR NAAC GRADE A++

HAZRATBAL, SRINAGAR-190006

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Applications on plain paper are invited from the eligible candidates for the below-mentioned position available under the research project entitled “Accelerating Development of Cold-Resilient, High-Yield Maize for High Altitudes” sanctioned by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation New Delhi. University of Kashmir KU Department of Botany Srinagar Junior Research Fellow JRF employment opportunities notice DIPK-NB-1495-26

वनस्पति विज्ञान विभाग, कश्मीर विश्वविद्यालय, हज़रतबल, श्रीनगर-190006। अनुसंधान नेशनल रिसर्च फाउंडेशन नई दिल्ली द्वारा स्वीकृत अनुसंधान परियोजना “एक्सेलरेटिंग डेवलपमेंट ऑफ कोल्ड-रेजिअलिएंट, हाई-यील्ड मक्का फॉर हाई एल्टीट्यूड” के तहत पात्र उम्मीदवारों से आवेदन पत्र आमंत्रित किए जाते हैं।

Position & Eligibility Details

Position & Number

Essential qualification

Desirable

Junior Research Fellow (01)
[@37,000+ HRA (@20%)]

M. Sc. Botany or allied subjects with a minimum 55% marks or an equivalent grade/CGPA.

NET/GATE/equivalent qualification will be applicable as per ANRF norms.

Candidates with prior research experience in plant molecular biology, plant stress physiology and/or crop phenotyping, including hands-on experience in basic molecular biology techniques, will be preferred.

कनिष्ठ अनुसंधान फेलो (01) [@37,000+ HRA (@20%)]: न्यूनतम 55% अंकों या समकक्ष ग्रेड/CGPA के साथ एम.एससी. वनस्पति विज्ञान या संबद्ध विषय। ANRF मानदंडों के अनुसार NET/GATE/समकक्ष योग्यता लागू होगी। पादप आणविक जीव विज्ञान, पादप तनाव शरीर विज्ञान और/या फसल फेनोटाइपिंग में पूर्व शोध अनुभव वाले उम्मीदवारों को प्राथमिकता दी जाएगी।

How to Apply / आवेदन कैसे करें:

Interested candidates should submit their application containing complete personal and academic details (Name, Age, Contact/WhatsApp Number, Email ID, Educational Qualifications, etc.), along with self-attested copies of relevant certificates.

The application must also include:

A detailed curriculum vitae (CV);
Details of the M.Sc. dissertation/research project, if any;
Contact details of one academic referee, preferably the M.Sc. dissertation/project supervisor; and
A brief Research Interest Note (maximum 300 words), highlighting the applicant’s research experience, relevant technical skills, specific contributions to the M.Sc. dissertation/project, and suitability for the proposed research.

The complete application should reach the Plant Molecular Biology Laboratory[dot] Department of Botany[dot] University of Kashmir[dot] Srinagar-190006[dot] Jammu and Kashmir[dot] India[dot] on or before 10th September 2026.

इच्छुक उम्मीदवारों को पूर्ण व्यक्तिगत और शैक्षणिक विवरणों के साथ अपना आवेदन प्लांट मॉलिक्यूलर बायोलॉजी लेबोरेटरी, वनस्पति विज्ञान विभाग, कश्मीर विश्वविद्यालय, श्रीनगर-190006 को 10 सितंबर 2026 या उससे पहले तक जमा करना होगा।

Terms and Conditions

- The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. Mere fulfilment of the eligibility criteria does not guarantee shortlisting or selection.

यह पद पूरी तरह से अस्थायी है और परियोजना के साथ समाप्त होने वाला है। केवल पात्रता मानदंडों को पूरा करना ही शॉर्टलिस्टिंग या चयन की गारंटी नहीं देता है।

- The fellowship/emoluments will be provided in accordance with ANRF guidelines.

फेलोशिप/परिलब्धियां ANRF दिशा-निर्देशों के अनुसार प्रदान की जाएंगी।

- The date and time of the interview will be communicated separately to shortlisted candidates through email.

साक्षात्कार की तिथि और समय की जानकारी शॉर्टलिस्ट किए गए उम्मीदवारों को ईमेल के माध्यम से अलग से दी जाएगी।

- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

साक्षात्कार में शामिल होने के लिए कोई TA/DA नहीं दिया जाएगा।

DIPK-NB-1495-26 Dated:- 27-08-2026

Sd/- Dr. Riffat John (Principal Investigator)

The Department of Botany at the University of Kashmir is a leading academic and research center dedicated to advancing plant sciences, crop genetics, and molecular biology. Engaging in cutting-edge research funded by national grants like the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), the university provides exceptional fellowship opportunities for aspiring research scholars.

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions offer hands-on scientific exposure in agricultural biotechnology, cold stress resilience, and crop productivity improvement. Scholar research opportunities in Srinagar empower candidates to contribute directly to agricultural sustainability in high-altitude regional environments.

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University of Kashmir KU Department of Botany Srinagar Junior Research Fellow JRF DIPK-NB-1495-26

University of Kashmir KU Department of Botany Srinagar Junior Research Fellow JRF employment opportunities notice DIPK-NB-1495-26

University of Kashmir KU Department of Botany Srinagar Junior Research Fellow JRF employment opportunities notice DIPK-NB-1495-26

University of Kashmir KU Department of Botany Srinagar Junior Research Fellow JRF employment opportunities notice DIPK-NB-1495-26

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University of Kashmir KU Department of Botany Srinagar Junior Research Fellow JRF DIPK-NB-1495-26

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