| Board | Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune |
| State | Maharashtra |
| Qualification | Master’s degree in Chemistry or related areas. |
| Salary | Rs. 30,000 + 30% House Rent Allowance |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 22 Oct 2026 |
All details on this page come from the official recruitment notification published by Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (advertisement no. M.Sc) — posted . You can check the original notification PDF here. Where a detail is not mentioned in that notification, it is clearly marked as not specified.
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (IISER Pune), an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has announced recruitment for the position of ANRF Project Associate-I. This is a temporary and contractual role. Indian nationals who meet the specified educational and age criteria are invited to attend a walk-in interview. The interview is scheduled for Thursday, 22nd October 2026, with a reporting time of 10:30 AM. Candidates should ensure they report on time, as those arriving after 10:30 AM will not be considered. The position is for a project titled "Design and Synthesis of Cyclic Alkyl Amino Olefin (CAAO) and Its Utility for the Isolation of Low-valent Main-Group Species" funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF). The official notification provides detailed information regarding qualifications, age limits, salary, and the application process. All details are as per the official notification.
The Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (IISER Pune) is conducting a recruitment drive for the position of ANRF Project Associate-I. This is a temporary and contractual appointment. The selection will be based on a walk-in interview.
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Walk-in Interview | Thursday, 22.10.2026 |
| Reporting Time for Interview | 10:30 AM |
Candidates reporting after 10:30 AM will not be considered for the selection process.
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Project Title | Funding Agency |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANRF Project Associate-I | 01 (One) | "Design and Synthesis of Cyclic Alkyl Amino Olefin (CAAO) and Its Utility for the Isolation of Low-valent Main-Group Species" | Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) |
Indian Nationals fulfilling the advertised criteria are eligible to attend the walk-in interview.
Minimum Educational Qualification: Master's degree in Chemistry or related areas.
Preference: Candidates having experimental research experience in inorganic chemistry will be preferred.
Not more than 35 years as on the date of the walk-in interview.
Age relaxation may be considered for candidates with qualifications and experience higher than advertised, with prior approval from the competent authority.
As per the official notification.
Consolidated emoluments per month: Rs. 30,000 + 30% House Rent Allowance.
For candidates having valid CSIR-NET / GATE / DBT - JRF / any other National Level Test conducted by Central Government Departments and their agencies or equivalent scorecard: Rs. 37,000 + 30% House Rent Allowance.
The selection will be based on a walk-in interview. Candidates reporting after the specified time will not be considered. The number of candidates to be interviewed may be restricted based on screening committee recommendations if a large number of applicants attend.
As per the official notification.
Eligible candidates need to attend the walk-in interview with all required documents. The application form can be downloaded from the link provided below the advertisement.
At the time of the Walk-in interview, applicants must bring the following:
Q1: What is the last date to apply for the Project Associate I position at IISER Pune?
A1: The walk-in interview is scheduled for 22.10.2026. Candidates must report by 10:30 AM on this date.
Q2: What is the minimum educational qualification required?
A2: A Master's degree in Chemistry or related areas is the minimum educational qualification required.
Q3: What is the age limit for this recruitment?
A3: The age limit is not more than 35 years as on the date of the walk-in interview.
Q4: What is the salary for the Project Associate I post?
A4: The consolidated emoluments are Rs. 30,000 + 30% HRA per month. For candidates with valid CSIR-NET/GATE/DBT-JRF or equivalent, it is Rs. 37,000 + 30% HRA.
Q5: How will candidates be selected?
A5: Selection will be based on a walk-in interview.
Q6: Where is the walk-in interview venue?
A6: The venue is Discussion Room No. 31, 2nd floor, IISER Pune Campus, Main Building.
The official notification contains all the details regarding this recruitment. Candidates are advised to read it carefully before attending the interview.
Candidates need to download the prescribed application form from the link provided below the advertisement. The filled form, along with required documents, should be brought to the walk-in interview.
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Notification PDF → Click Here
This recruitment information has been compiled based on the official notification released by the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (IISER Pune). The official notification PDF is the definitive source for all details, and candidates should refer to it for the most accurate and complete information.