Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Company Name | Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) |
| Post Name | Senior Project Associate |
| No of Posts | 01 |
| Salary | Rs. 42000 Per Month + HRA |
| Qualification | Master's Degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Chemical Engineering/Natural/Agricultural Science/MVsc or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent with Four (4) years' experience in R & D, Doctoral Degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Chemical Engineering |
| Age Limit | Max: 40 years |
| Last Date | 05 August 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Contractual |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Commencement of Online Application | 22 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit the Online Application | 05 August 2026 |
Vacancy Details
A total of 01 vacancy has been announced for the Senior Project Associate post.
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Senior Project Associate | 01 |
| Total | 01 |
Eligibility
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Education | Master's Degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Chemical Engineering/Natural/Agricultural Science/MVsc or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent with Four (4) years' experience in R & D in Industrial and Academic Institutions or Science and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and service. OR Doctoral Degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Chemical Engineering. |
| Nationality | As per official notification |
| Final Year | As per official notification |
| Additional | Desirable: Preferably Doctoral Degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Chemical Engineering, First Class in M.Sc./M. Tech, Bioinformatics analysis of the microbial community, Experience in process optimization for production of biohydrogen/biomethane/bioethanol/ Experience in pretreatment, saccharification and fermentation of biomass. Experience in Aseptic handling of anaerobic bacteria, Research papers in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journals. |
Age Limit
| Post/Category | Age Limit |
| Maximum Age | 40 years |
Age Relaxation will be applicable for OBC, SC, ST, etc. categories according to the Government of India regulations. The cutoff date for age calculation is as per official notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General/OBC | Rs. 100/- |
| SC/ST | Nil |
| Women | Nil |
The application fee, if applicable, must be paid online.
Selection Process
| Stage | Process |
| Stage 1 | Online Application Shortlisting |
| Stage 2 | Online Interview |
Salary
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
| Senior Project Associate | Rs. 42000 Per Month + HRA |
Documents Required
- Recent Passport-sized Photograph
- Scanned Signature
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, etc.)
- Educational Qualification Certificates (Mark sheets and Degrees)
- Experience Certificates (if applicable, as per qualification requirement)
- Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD, if applicable)
- Any other relevant documents as specified in the official notification
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of Agharkar Research Institute (ARI).
- Locate the "Recruitment" or "Career" section and find the advertisement for Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026.
- Click on the "Apply Online" link (if available directly on the website).
- Fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and all required certificates in the prescribed format and size.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable, through the provided payment gateway.
- Review all entered details carefully before final submission to avoid errors.
- Submit the application form and take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for your future reference.
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for ARI Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to submit the online application for ARI Senior Project Associate Recruitment 2026 is 05 August 2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available for Senior Project Associate at ARI?
Ans: There is a total of 01 vacancy announced for the Senior Project Associate position at Agharkar Research Institute.
Q3. What is the application fee for ARI Senior Project Associate Recruitment?
Ans: The application fee is Rs. 100/- for General/OBC candidates, while SC/ST and Women candidates are exempted from paying any fee.
Q4. What is the age limit for the Senior Project Associate post?
Ans: The maximum age limit for the Senior Project Associate position is 40 years. Age relaxation will be provided as per Government of India norms for reserved categories.
Q5. What is the required qualification for ARI Senior Project Associate?
Ans: Candidates need a Master's Degree in specific science/engineering fields, or a Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology/Medicine with four years of R&D experience, or a Doctoral Degree in Microbiology/Biotechnology/Chemical Engineering.
Q6. What is the salary for the Senior Project Associate position at ARI?
Ans: The selected candidate for the Senior Project Associate position will receive a salary of Rs. 42000 Per Month + HRA.