Anna University has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Research Scientist Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Offline through the official Anna University website. The last date to submit the application form is 10-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the Anna University Project Research Scientist Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Offline application form.
Anna University Project Research Scientist - III Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Anna University |
| Post Name | Project Research Scientist III |
| No of Posts | 01 |
| Salary | Rs. 78000 + HRA as admissible |
| Qualification | B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc, Ph.D |
| Age Limit | 45 years |
| Start Date for Apply | 20/01/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply | 10 February, 2026 |
| Official Website | annauniv.edu |
Anna University Project Research Scientist - III Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Positions |
| Project Research Scientist - III (Non - medical) | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Post Graduate Degree in Life Sciences such as Computational Biology / Bioinformatics / Biotechnology from a recognized University / Institute, including the integrated PG degrees, with five years post qualification experience or PhD + two years post qualification experience.
- For Engineering / IT / CS / Life Science – Four Years Graduate Degree with five years experience post qualification or PG degree with three years post qualification experience or PhD.
Salary/Stipend
- Monthly emoluments for Project Research Scientist - III (Non - medical): Rs. 78000 + HRA as admissible.
- Emolument details of research personnel mentioned shall be applicable only if the candidate meets the educational qualifications and eligibility criteria.
Age Limit
- Upper age limit: 45 years.
Important Dates
| Event | Date / Time |
| Notification Date | 20.01.2026 |
| Last date for receipt of hard copy of application | 10 February, 2026, at 05.00 pm |
Selection Process
- Eligible candidates will be called for an interview after shortlisting based on experience and qualification.
- The actual date and time for the interview will be intimated only to the eligible candidates in due course by email only.
- No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview.
General Information/Instructions
- Applications are invited from eligible candidates for engagement of the post as per ICMR and Anna University norms in the ICMR, NOHM-sanctioned research project.
- The project is under ICMR-NOHM, Govt. of India, under the supervision of Dr. Sangita Venkataraman, Centre for Biotechnology, Anna University, Chennai-25, for a period of one year, extendable based on performance till the end of the project.
- Interested candidates may apply for the position by sending their filled-in application form in the prescribed format enclosed along with their curriculum vitae.
- The interested candidates fulfilling the requirements can submit their hard copy of the application on or before 10 February, 2026, at 05.00 pm to The Director, Centre for Biotechnology, Anna University, Chennai-600025.
- The envelope may be superscribed as “Application for Project Research Scientist - III (Non - medical) ICMR -NOHM Project, Centre for Biotechnology, Anna University.”
- The actual date and time for the interview will be intimated only to the eligible candidates in due course by email only.
- No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview.
- No postal delay will be entertained.
How to Apply
- Interested candidates may apply for the position by sending their filled-in application form in the prescribed format enclosed along with their curriculum vitae.
- The hard copy of the application must be submitted on or before 10 February, 2026, at 05.00 pm.
- The application should be sent to The Director, Centre for Biotechnology, Anna University, Chennai-600025.
- The envelope should be superscribed as “Application for Project Research Scientist - III (Non - medical) ICMR -NOHM Project, Centre for Biotechnology, Anna University.”
- The applicant is requested to type the information in the prescribed format only and can add more lines in the format, wherever required.
- The application form includes sections for personal details, age (as of 10 February, 2026), community, address for communication with pin code, mobile number and email ID, nationality, and a one-page self-assessment indicating suitability for the position and contribution to the project.
- Candidates must provide details of educational qualifications, publications, and details of work experience (name of organization/institute, designation, period, and nature of work).
- Applicants must attach a detailed curriculum vitae along with self-attested copies of educational qualifications.
- Applicants must sign the declaration stating that if any information is found incorrect or misleading, candidature shall be liable to cancellation by ICMR at any time.
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