MKU Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026

Madurai Kamaraj UniversityTamil Nadu1 Vacancies

Madurai Kamaraj University is recruiting 01 JRF under MoES project with M.Sc. qualification. Last date of application is 10 July 2026.

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MKU Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Overview

OrganizationMadurai Kamaraj University
Total Posts1
Application ModeOnline
Official Websitehttps://mkuniversity.ac.in/
Job LocationTamil Nadu

MKU JRF Recruitment 2026 Notification

Madurai Kamaraj University has invited applications for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) on a purely temporary basis in the MoES funded research project titled “Studies on Marine Bioactive Metabolites from Deep Sea Actinomycetes and their Molecular Mechanism against Fungal Plant Pathogens”. The project reference number is F. No. MOES/PAMC/DOM/145/2023 (E-14628). Download Madurai Kamaraj University JRF Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

MKU JRF Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria

Educational QualificationFirst Class in M.Sc. Microbial Gene Technology / Botany / Zoology / Microbiology / Genomics / Biotechnology and all other Life Science courses.
Desirable Qualificationi) Qualification in National Level Tests such as CSIR-NET, UGC-NET, SET, GATE, ASRB-NET. ii) Two years of research experience in Plant Microbe Interaction, Biological control, and Bioactive molecules purification & characterization.
DurationOne year or co-terminus with the project.

Important Instructions

The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. Fellowship disbursement is subject to the release of grant from MoES. Candidates will be selected based on written test and interview. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the selection process.

Important Dates

Last Date to ApplyLast Date for Submission of Application
Exam DateTo be intimated to shortlisted candidates

Age Limit

NotesMinistry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Government of India

Important Links

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Madurai Kamaraj University JRF Recruitment 2026?
Madurai Kamaraj University has invited applications for one Junior Research Fellow position in a Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) funded project on marine bioactive metabolites from deep sea actinomycetes. The project focuses on their molecular mechanism against fungal plant pathogens.
Q: What is the last date to apply for MKU JRF 2026?
The last date for submission of application for Madurai Kamaraj University JRF Recruitment is 10th July 2026. Candidates can send both hard copy by post and soft copy via email.
Q: What is the fellowship amount for JRF at Madurai Kamaraj University?
Selected candidates will receive Rs. 37,000 + 16% HRA per month as fellowship. The position is purely temporary and the duration is one year or co-terminus with the project.
Q: What is the eligibility for Madurai Kamaraj University JRF Recruitment?
Candidates must have First Class M.Sc. degree in Microbiology, Biotechnology, Microbial Gene Technology, Botany, Zoology, Genomics or any Life Science subject. Candidates with NET/GATE qualification and research experience in Plant Microbe Interaction or Bioactive molecules will be preferred.
Q: How to apply for MKU JRF under MoES project?
Interested candidates should send their application on plain paper with bio-data and self-attested certificates to the Principal Investigator by post. A soft copy must also be emailed to [email protected] before 10 July 2026.
Q: Is NET qualification mandatory for this JRF post?
No, NET qualification is not mandatory but it is highly desirable. Candidates with CSIR-NET, UGC-NET, GATE or other national level tests will get preference during selection.