Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal (IISER Bhopal), Madhya Pradesh, has invited applications for the post of Institute Post-Doctoral Fellow (IPDF) under Advt No. IISERB/DoFA/2026/32. Applications go by email to [email protected] and must be sent by 25 November 2026.
The post is for Department of Biological Sciences, IISER Bhopal. Qualification required: PhD in any branch of life sciences from a reputed university / institution. Ph.D. scholars who have submitted their thesis are also eligible. Experience in epigenetics, lipids and proteins metabolism in yeast is preferred. The pay is Rs. 67,000 per month + HRA; Rs. 35,000 per month + HRA until the PhD degree is awarded for thesis-submitted candidates. Selection is by shortlisting and interview. Eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 25 November 2026
- Vacancies: 1
- How to apply: By email to [email protected]
- Pay: Rs. 67,000 per month + HRA; Rs. 35,000 per month + HRA until the PhD degree is awarded for thesis-submitted candidates
- Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
- Age limit: Below 35 years (as on the last date of submission of application)
- Place: Department of Biological Sciences, IISER Bhopal
IISER Bhopal Institute Post-Doctoral Fellow (IPDF) Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal (IISER Bhopal), Madhya Pradesh |
| Post Name | Institute Post-Doctoral Fellow (IPDF) |
| No of Posts | 1 |
| Advt No | IISERB/DoFA/2026/32 |
| Job Type | Temporary |
| Pay | Rs. 67,000 per month + HRA; Rs. 35,000 per month + HRA until the PhD degree is awarded for thesis-submitted candidates |
| Place of Posting | Department of Biological Sciences, IISER Bhopal |
| Qualification | PhD in any branch of life sciences from a reputed university / institution. Ph.D. scholars who have submitted their thesis are also eligible. Experience in epigenetics, lipids and proteins metabolism in yeast is preferred. |
| Age Limit | Below 35 years (as on the last date of submission of application) |
| Apply Mode | Email to [email protected] |
| Last Date | 25 November 2026 |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
IISER Bhopal Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. IISERB/DoFA/2026/32 gives the full conditions for the post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Download IISER Bhopal notification PDF
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: PhD in any branch of life sciences from a reputed university / institution; Ph.D. scholars after submission of Thesis are also eligible; provisional/degree certificate must be submitted within 6 months from the date of appointment
- Experience: Candidates with experience in the area of epigenetics, lipids and proteins metabolism in yeast will be given preference
- Age limit: Below 35 years (as on the last date of submission of application)
Other conditions:
- Open to Indian Nationals
- Medical insurance policy of minimum Rs. 1 lakh in own name, valid throughout the Fellowship, is mandatory
- Expected to assist in teaching course(s) besides research work
Desirable:
- Experience in the area of epigenetics, lipids and proteins metabolism in yeast
Pay and Terms of Engagement
- Initially for one year with the possibility of extension for another year based on satisfactory performance
- Thesis-submitted candidates must submit the provisional/degree certificate within 6 months from appointment, else the appointment will stand cancelled or a decision will be taken in consultation with the thesis processing authority
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 10 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Application by Email | 25 November 2026 |
How Will IISER Bhopal Select Candidates?
- Shortlisting
- Interview
- Mere fulfilling of eligibility criteria will not entitle any candidate to be called for interview
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview
Documents to Enclose
- Completed application form (in PDF format) as per Annexure-I
- Latest Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A comprehensive list of publications
- A detailed research plan for one year (maximum two pages)
- Scanned copy of Ph.D. Degree certificate OR Ph.D. Thesis submission receipt, if the degree is yet to be awarded
How to Apply for IISER Bhopal Recruitment 2026 by Email
- Send the documents by email to [email protected] on or before November 25, 2026.
- Write the subject line as "Application for the post of Institute Post-Doctoral Fellow (Biological Sciences)".
- Attach the completed application form (in PDF format) as per Annexure-I.
- Attach latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a comprehensive list of publications.
- Attach a detailed research plan for one year (maximum two pages).
- Attach a scanned copy of Ph.D. Degree certificate OR Ph.D. Thesis submission receipt.
- Email it on or before 25 November 2026.
Other Points to Note
- Incomplete applications will not be processed
- No interim enquiries/correspondence/communication of any sort will be entertained
- No accommodation will be provided to the IPDFs
- No medical reimbursement will be admissible
- Leave and OPD medical facility as applicable to PG students, as laid down in the PG Manual
IISER Bhopal Institute Post-Doctoral Fellow (IPDF) Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download IISER Bhopal notification PDF |
| Official Website | Visit IISER Bhopal official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Bhopal, Advertisement No. IISERB/DoFA/2026/32, dated 10 November 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
