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ICAR CIRCOT Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

Maharashtra · ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (CIRCOT), Mumbai

Job Summary

BoardICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (CIRCOT), Mumbai
StateMaharashtra
QualificationKnowledge of design & development of instruments, testing of electronic circuit boards, software development, statistical analysis, research paper/report writing
Apply ModeOnline
Last Date31 Jul 2026 (Closed)
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Eligibility

Criteria Requirement
Essential Qualification M.E/M.Tech in any discipline or equivalent with 4/5 years Bachelor’s degree OR B.E/B.Tech in Textile Technology/Electronics/Electrical/Instrumentation/Computer Science/Agricultural Engg./Mechanical Engg. or relevant with GATE qualification
Desirable Qualification Knowledge of design & development of instruments, testing of electronic circuit boards, software development, statistical analysis, research paper/report writing
Nationality As per official notification
Final Year As per official notification

Age Limit

The maximum age limit for candidates is 35 years for males and 40 years for females.
Category Age Limit
Maximum Age (Male) 35 years
Maximum Age (Female) 40 years
OBC Relaxation 3 years
SC/ST Relaxation 5 years
PH Relaxation 10 years

Application Fee

The application fee details are as per official notification.

Selection Process

The selection for the Junior Research Fellow post will be conducted through a two-stage process.
Stage Process
Stage 1 Scrutiny of applications received via email
Stage 2 Walk-in Interview (Hybrid Mode) on 03 August 2026

Salary

The selected Junior Research Fellow will receive a fellowship along with House Rent Allowance (HRA).
Post Name Pay Scale
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Rs. 37,000 + HRA (1st & 2nd year) & Rs. 42,000 + HRA (3rd year)

Documents Required

Candidates must prepare the following documents for the application and interview process:
  • Detailed bio-data as per Annexure-I (if provided in the full notification)
  • Recent passport-sized photograph
  • Self-attested copies of all educational qualification certificates (from 10th standard onwards)
  • Self-attested copies of experience certificates (if any)
  • Self-attested copy of category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD), if applicable
  • Original documents for verification during the Walk-in Interview
  • Identity proof (Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, etc.)

How to Apply

Candidates interested in the Junior Research Fellow position at ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai, should follow these steps:
  1. Prepare a detailed bio-data as per Annexure-I (if available in the full notification), including a recent photograph and self-attested copies of all relevant certificates.
  2. Compile all application materials into a single PDF file.
  3. Send the completed application via email to [email protected] on or before 31 July 2026 (5:30 PM).
  4. Appear for the Walk-in Interview on 03 August 2026 at ICAR-CIRCOT, Mumbai, bringing all original documents for verification.

FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for ICAR CIRCOT JRF Recruitment 2026?

Ans: The last date to submit applications via email for the Junior Research Fellow post is 31 July 2026 (5:30 PM).

Q2. How many Junior Research Fellow (JRF) vacancies are available?

Ans: There is 01 (One) vacancy for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post under the specified project.

Q3. What is the essential qualification for the JRF post at ICAR-CIRCOT?

Ans: Candidates must have an M.E/M.Tech in any discipline or a B.E/B.Tech in Textile Technology/Electronics/Electrical/Instrumentation/Computer Science/Agricultural Engg./Mechanical Engg. or relevant field with a valid GATE qualification.

Q4. What is the salary for the Junior Research Fellow position?

Ans: The fellowship is Rs. 37,000 + HRA for the 1st & 2nd year, and Rs. 42,000 + HRA for the 3rd year of the project.

Q5. What is the selection process for this recruitment?

Ans: The selection process involves an initial scrutiny of applications, followed by a Walk-in Interview conducted in a Hybrid Mode on 03 August 2026.

Q6. What is the age limit for the ICAR-CIRCOT JRF post?

Ans: The maximum age limit is 35 years for male candidates and 40 years for female candidates, with age relaxations applicable as per Government of India rules for reserved categories.

Important Links

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