BHU Junior Research Assistantship Recruitment 2026
Banaras Hindu University is recruiting 01 JRA under CST-UP funded project for a period of 2 years 3 months.
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BHU Junior Research Assistantship Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi |
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| Total Posts | 1 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://www.bhu.ac.in/ |
| Job Location | Uttar Pradesh |
BHU JRA Recruitment 2026 Notification
Download BHU JRA Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
BHU JRA Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
| Educational Qualification | M.Sc. in Biotechnology / Microbiology / Life Science / Agriculture / Environmental Sciences with first class academic record in graduation and post-graduation. |
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| Age Limit | Maximum 28 years as on 1st April 2025 (Age relaxation as per GOI rules). |
| Other Requirements | Candidate should be a resident of Uttar Pradesh. UGC-NET/GATE/CSIR-NET qualified candidates with research experience in Plant-microbe interactions, biofertilizers, PGPR, biocomposting, biostimulants and sustainable agriculture will be preferred. |
Important Instructions
The post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. Candidates must have first class academic record throughout.
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | Last Date to Apply |
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Age Limit
| Notes | Council of Science and Technology, Uttar Pradesh (CST-UP) |
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Important Links
| Download BHU JRA Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Click Here ↗ |
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| Official Website - | Click Here ↗ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is BHU JRA Recruitment 2026?
Banaras Hindu University has invited applications for one Junior Research Assistantship (JRA) position under CST-UP sponsored project focused on developing organic rich bio-fortified compost and biofertilizers for sustainable vegetable production.
Q: What is the last date to apply for BHU Junior Research Assistantship 2026?
Candidates must submit their application within 15 days from the date of advertisement (07.07.2026) through post and email.
Q: What is the fellowship amount for JRA at BHU?
The fellowship is Rs. 25,000/- per month (fixed) for the first and second year and Rs. 28,000/- per month for the third year.
Q: What is the eligibility for BHU JRA position?
Candidates must have M.Sc. in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Life Science, Agriculture or Environmental Sciences with first class marks. The candidate should be a resident of Uttar Pradesh and preferably UGC-NET/GATE/CSIR-NET qualified.
Q: Who is the Principal Investigator for this CST-UP project at BHU?
Dr. Jay Prakash Verma, Associate Professor, Institute of Environment and Sustainable Development (IESD), Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.
Q: Is NET/GATE qualification mandatory for BHU JRA 2026?
No, it is not mandatory but candidates qualified in UGC-NET, GATE or CSIR-NET with relevant research experience will be given preference.
Q: How to apply for BHU JRA under CST-UP project?
Interested candidates should send their application with detailed CV and self-attested documents by post as well as email to [email protected] and [email protected] within 15 days.
Q: What is the project duration and location for BHU JRA?
The project duration is 2 years 3 months and the place of work is Institute of Environment and Sustainable Development, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.