Quick Info
- Organization
- BRIC-Institute of Life Sciences (BRIC-ILS), Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India
- Post Name
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) leading to Ph.D.
- Total Vacancies
- 17 Posts
- Last Date
- 09 November 2026
Apply link & official notification are in the Important Links section below ↓
Table of Contents
✓ Last verified on 19 October 2026 from official notification
BRIC-Institute of Life Sciences (BRIC-ILS), Bhubaneswar, an autonomous institute of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, has released BRIC-ILS JRF Recruitment 2026 (Advt. No. 38/2026 dated 13.10.2026) for 17 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions leading to a Ph.D. programme. The last date to apply online is 09 November 2026.
Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | BRIC-Institute of Life Sciences (BRIC-ILS), Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) leading to Ph.D. |
| Advertisement / Notification Number | Advt. No. 38/2026 dated 13.10.2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 17 Posts |
| Job Location | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.ils.res.in |
| Apply Start Date | Not Mentioned in Official Notification |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Scale / Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 17 positions Dr. Narottam Acharya: 1 Dr. Anshuman Dixit: 1 Dr. Gulam H Syed: 2 Dr. Mamoni Dash: 1 Dr. Namisha Sharma: 1 Dr. P. V. Ramchander: 2 Dr. Punit Prasad: 2 Dr. Seema Pradhan: 1 Dr. Sunil K Raghav: 2 Dr. Tushar K. Beuria: 1 Dr. V. Arun Nagaraj: 3 |
As per funding agency guidelines (DST/DBT/CSIR/UGC/ICMR) for fellowship holders, revised from time to time |
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Required Qualification | Additional Requirement / Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | M.Sc. / M.Tech. / M.Pharm. / M.V.Sc. / 4-year graduate programme or equivalent in Life Sciences and allied subjects (Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Biophysics, Chemistry, Microbiology) with at least 55% marks (without rounding off). Final-year result awaiting candidates may also apply. | Must have qualified CSIR/UGC-JRF, DBT-JRF, UGC-RGNF, ICMR-JRF or any other nationally competitive fellowship of the Government of India with a valid fellowship for five years |
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: Below 28 years as on the last date of application submission
- Age Relaxation: Up to 5 years for SC/ST/PwD/female applicants and 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) applicants
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| All applicants except SC/ST/PwD | Rs. 500/- (non-refundable) | Online |
| SC / ST / PwD | Nil | Not applicable |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Receiving Applications | 09 November 2026 |
| Shortlisted Candidates Displayed | On or before 12 November 2026 |
| First Round Interview (Online) | 16-17 November 2026 |
| Result of First Round | On or before 20 November 2026 |
| Final Round Interview (Offline) | 14-16 December 2026 |
| Final Result | On or before 22 December 2026 |
Selection Process
- Screening of applications based on the criteria in the advertisement (additional cut-off may be applied if applicants are many).
- First round interview (online).
- Second and final round interview (offline) at BRIC-ILS, where shortlisted candidates interact with the PIs of their laboratory of interest and give their choices.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website www.ils.res.in and open the advertisements section.
- Fill in the online application form for the JRF Ph.D. programme.
- Upload the required documents, including the fellowship certificate (or admit card and result page highlighting the roll number if the certificate is not available).
- Pay the Rs. 500 application fee online (if applicable) and submit before 09 November 2026.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Official Website | www.ils.res.in |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date for BRIC-ILS JRF Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 09 November 2026.
2. How many JRF positions are available?
There are 17 JRF positions across 11 research projects.
3. What qualification is required?
A master’s degree in Life Sciences or allied subjects with at least 55% marks, plus a valid national fellowship such as CSIR/UGC-JRF, DBT-JRF or ICMR-JRF.
4. What is the age limit?
Below 28 years, with relaxation for SC/ST/PwD/female (5 years) and OBC-NCL (3 years).
5. What is the application fee?
Rs. 500 for all except SC/ST/PwD candidates.
6. What is the fellowship amount?
As per the guidelines of the funding agency (DST/DBT/CSIR/UGC/ICMR) and revised from time to time.
7. How are candidates selected?
Through application screening, an online interview and a final offline interview.
Disclaimer
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying. The information in this article is prepared for quick reference only. For complete and updated details, including eligibility conditions, reservation rules, and application instructions, please visit the official website or read the official notification.
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