Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (IISER Pune) Research Associate-II/III Notification 2026 has been released on the official website of IISER Pune. A total of 3 vacancies have been announced through the IISER Pune Research Associate-II/III Recruitment 2026.
Candidates up to 35–37 years of age (depending on post) who have a Ph.D. in Atomic Physics/Laser Physics/Quantum Optics/Quantum Computing with relevant post-doctoral experience are eligible to apply for these Research Associate-II/III vacancies. The application process for IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 has started and will remain open until 02 April 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply via email through the direct links provided below in this article.
IISER Pune Research Associate-II/III Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (IISER Pune) |
| Post Name | Research Associate-II/III |
| No of Posts | 3 |
| Advt No | 18/2026 |
| Salary | RA-I: Rs. 58,000/- + 30% HRA, RA-II: Rs. 61,000/- + 30% HRA, RA-III: Rs. 67,000/- + 30% HRA |
| Qualification | Ph.D. in Experimental / Theoretical in Atomic Physics and / or laser physics and / or Quantum optics and / or Quantum computing. RA-II - 1 year of relevant Post-doctoral experience. RA-III - 2 years of relevant Post-doctoral experience. |
| Age Limit | RA-I - Not more than 35 years, RA-II - Not more than 36 years, RA-III - Not more than 37 years |
| Last Date | 02 April 2026 |
| Apply Mode | |
| Job Type | Temporary |
IISER Pune Research Associate-II/III Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the IISER Pune Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Download IISER Pune Research Associate-II/III Job 2026 Notification PDF
IISER Pune Research Associate-II/III Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Research Associate-II/III | 3 |
| Total | 3 |
IISER Pune Research Associate-II/III Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Research Associate-II: Ph.D. in Experimental / Theoretical in Atomic Physics and / or laser physics and / or Quantum optics and / or Quantum computing. 1 year of relevant Post-doctoral experience.
- Research Associate-III: Ph.D. in Experimental / Theoretical in Atomic Physics and / or laser physics and / or Quantum optics and / or Quantum computing. 2 years of relevant Post-doctoral experience.
IISER Pune Research Associate-II/III Application Fee 2026
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
IISER Pune Research Associate-II/III Age Limit 2026
- RA-I: Not more than 35 years
- RA-II: Not more than 36 years
- RA-III: Not more than 37 years
IISER Pune Research Associate-II/III Salary 2026
- RA-I: Rs. 58,000/- + 30% House Rent Allowance per month
- RA-II: Rs. 61,000/- + 30% House Rent Allowance per month
- RA-III: Rs. 67,000/- + 30% House Rent Allowance per month
IISER Pune Research Associate-II/III Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for application submission | 2 April 2026 |
IISER Pune Research Associate-II/III Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
- Screening of applications
- Interview
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for IISER Pune Research Associate-II/III Recruitment 2026 via email should follow the steps below.
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
- Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
- Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
- Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 02-04-2026.
- Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
IISER Pune Research Associate-II/III Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
