BHU Invites Applications for Junior Research Assistant Position

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for a temporary position as a Junior Research Assistant (JRA). The position is for a research project titled “Development of Indigenous Cyanobacterial-Microalgal Consortia for Sustainable Rice Growth,” which is sanctioned by the Council of Science and Technology, Uttar Pradesh (CSTUP).

Job and Eligibility Details

Post: Junior Research Assistant (J.R.A.)
Duration: The project and the post are co-terminus and will last for three years.
Remuneration: A consolidated fellowship of Rs. 25,000 per month for the first two years, and Rs. 28,000 per month for the third year.
Age Limit: Maximum of 28 years as of April 1, 2025. Age relaxation for SC/ST/PH candidates will be as per Government of India rules.
Essential and Mandatory Qualifications:
- An M.Sc. degree in Botany, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Life Science, Applied Microbiology, or Biochemistry.
- Candidates must have a first-division in both their undergraduate and postgraduate examinations.
Desirable Qualifications: Candidates with experience in microbiology, algal biology, rice plant research, and maintenance will be given preference.
Residency: Only Indian citizens who are residents of Uttar Pradesh are eligible to apply.

Application Process

Application Method: Candidates must submit their application on a plain paper, including all personal and educational details, along with a recent photograph and self-attested copies of all mark sheets and certificates. An Uttar Pradesh Domicile certificate is mandatory.
Submission Deadline: Applications must be submitted within 21 days of the advertisement (last date to apply is October 8, 2025).
Submission Address: The application, including all required documents, should be sent by post to:
- Prof. Neelam Atri, P.I., Department of Botany, MMV, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi- 221 005.
Email Submission: A single PDF file of the application and documents must also be sent to neelam1409@bhu.ac.in.
Selection Process: Applications lacking the required information or certificates will be rejected. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified via email for a physical interview. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.