BHU Walk-In Interview 2026: DBT Research Associate Vacancy at Institute of Agricultural Sciences

The Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi, has announced a walk-in interview for the contractual position of Research Associate (RA).

The engagement is sanctioned under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India-funded research project entitled “Study of the Complex Genetic System for Developing a Package of R/S Genes to Breed for Spot Blotch Resistance in Bread Wheat” (Project Code: P-07/1348). The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the duration of the project.

Key Position Overview

Parameter	Details
Institution	Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi
Department / Centre	Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, Institute of Agricultural Sciences
Funding Agency	Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Govt. of India (Project Code: P-07/1348)
Principal Investigator	Dr. Sandeep Sharma
Designation	Research Associate (RA)
Total Vacancies	01 Post
Monthly Emoluments	₹58,000/- + 18% HRA per month
Upper Age Limit	Up to 40 years as on the date of interview (Relaxation as per GoI rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Women)
Selection Mode	Walk-in Interview
Interview Date & Time	14 October 2026 at 11:00 AM

Eligibility Criteria

Essential Qualifications:
- Ph.D. degree in Genetics & Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Agricultural Botany, Plant Biotechnology, or a closely related discipline from a recognized University or Institute.
Desirable Experience & Track Record:
- Proven research competencies in molecular biology protocols and biotechnology techniques.
- Hands-on experience operating computational genomics and bioinformatic pipelines.
- Authorship of high-quality research publications in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journals.

Application Procedure

Candidates must draft an application on plain paper affixed with a recent passport-sized photograph, covering the following profile details:

Full name, date of birth, and parents’ names
Permanent and correspondence postal addresses
Contact telephone/mobile number and active email address
Standard government identity proof details
Complete academic record from High School (Class 10) onwards (institutions, passing years, marks/CGPA)
Comprehensive overview of research credentials, techniques handled, and publication list

Submission Options:

Advance Email Submission: Applications accompanied by self-attested soft copies of mark sheets, degree certificates, and experience documents may be emailed in advance to:
- Recipient Email: sksbhu@bhu.ac.in
- Attention: Dr. Sandeep Sharma, Principal Investigator
On-Site Submission: Eligible candidates can also bring and submit the physical dossier directly at the registration desk prior to the interview on 14 October 2026.

Walk-in Interview Schedule & Venue

Date: 14 October 2026
Reporting Time: 11:00 AM
Venue:Seminar HallDepartment of Genetics and Plant BreedingInstitute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu UniversityVaranasi – 221005, Uttar Pradesh
Documents Required: Candidates must produce all original certificates, mark sheets, thesis/degree proofs, experience testimonials, and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current employer (if applicable).
Note: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the selection interview.