Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya (DHSGSU) has announced 1 contractual vacancy for the Project Associate post under a DBT-BUILDER project in the Department of Biotechnology. The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. Eligible candidates must hold a minimum of 55% in M.Sc. in Zoology/ Biotechnology/ Microbiology/Life Sciences, with a pay of Rs. 27,000 per month. Applicants should send the duly signed application form with required documents by Speed Post to Dr. Chandrama Prakash Upadhyay, Project Coordinator and PI, DBT-BUILDER, Department of Biotechnology. The last date to submit applications is 28 October 2026, and the selection process consists of an interview.
DHSGSU Project Associate I at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Sagar, M.P. 470003 |
| Advertisement No. | DHSGU/DBT-Builder/Advt./2026/02 |
| Department | Department of Biotechnology (and Department of Zoology) |
| Project | DBT-BUILDER- Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh Interdisciplinary Life Sciences Programme for Advanced Research and Education (Level II) |
| Funding Agency | Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India |
| Tenure | Five Years (co-terminus with project) |
| Post Name | Project Associate I |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Pay | Rs. 25000 + 8% HRA (i.e. Rs. 27000) per month |
| Job Location | Sagar, Madhya Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Offline (Hardcopy by Speed Post and soft copy by email to [email protected] and [email protected]) |
| Last Date | 28/10/2026, latest by 5:00 pm |
Who Can Apply
Candidates must possess a minimum of 55% marks in M.Sc. in Zoology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Life Sciences. Preference will be given to candidates with research experience in a relevant field.
Pay and Tenure
The selected candidate will receive a monthly emolument of Rs. 25,000 plus 8% HRA, totalling Rs. 27,000 per month. The position is purely contractual, temporary, and co-terminus with the five-year project.
How to Apply for DHSGSU Project Associate I
- Download the application format from the notification.
- Fill out the application form completely and sign it.
- Attach self-attested copies of all mark sheets, degree certificates, experience certificates, recent color photographs, and paper publications if any.
- If currently working in any project, obtain and enclose a "No Objection Certificate" from the present employer.
- Send the hard copy of the application along with enclosures by Speed Post to Dr. Chandrama Prakash Upadhyay, Project Coordinator and PI, DBT-BUILDER, Department of Biotechnology, Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Sagar - 470003, Madhya Pradesh, India.
- Send a single PDF comprising the duly filled application form and enclosures via email to [email protected] with a copy to [email protected] by 28/10/2026, latest by 5:00 pm.
Selection and Interview
Candidates will be selected through an interview held at the Department of Biotechnology, Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya (A Central University), Sagar - 470003, Madhya Pradesh, India. Shortlisted candidates must bring their original documents on the day of the interview. No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 13/10/2026 |
| Application Last Date | 28/10/2026, latest by 5:00 pm |
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | View the official advertisement and application format |
| Official Website | Visit the Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya website |
