The Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), an autonomous research institute of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, will hold a walk-in interview on 1 December 2026, with reporting at 10.00 a.m. at INST, Mohali. It is for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post in a DST-funded research project, with a fellowship of Rs. 37,000/- + HRA @ 10%.
INST Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) |
| Advertisement No. | 14(10)/2025-INST |
| Notice Date | 13.11.2026 |
| Walk-in Date | 01.12.2026 |
| Reporting Time | 10.00 a.m. |
| Venue | INST, Mohali |
| Posts | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Vacancies | 01 |
| Pay | Rs. 37,000/- + HRA @ 10% |
| Age Limit | Must not be over 28 years as on 01.12.2026 |
| Who Can Attend | Candidates meeting the qualification and age limit for the DST-funded project post |
The official notification does not specify the application fee or the selection process.
About INST
The Institute of Nano Science and Technology is an autonomous research institute of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. It is located at Knowledge City, Sector-81, SAS Nagar, Mohali-140306, Punjab. The post is in a DST-funded research project titled "Nano-matrices for Controlled Release of Plant Nutrients and Crop protection products". The Principal Investigator is Dr. Vijayakumar Shanmugam, Scientist-E.
Posts and Eligibility
One Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position is available. The essential qualification is a Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science OR a Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in a Professional Course, selected through a process described in any one of the following:
- Scholars selected through National Eligibility Tests CSIR-UGC NET, including lectureship (Assistant Professorship), and GATE.
- The selection process through national level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER etc.
Desirable experience: Plant science.
The age limit is that the candidate must not be over 28 years as on 01.12.2026. It is relaxable for certain reserved categories as per rules of Government of India. The notice does not state the amount of relaxation for each category.
The fellowship is Rs. 37,000/- + HRA @ 10%. Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of the post.
What to Bring
- Original documents of age proof, certificates, degrees, mark sheets and other testimonials.
- Self-attested photocopies of these documents. Both originals and photocopies must be presented at the time of interview.
Important Instructions
- The position is purely temporary and on contractual basis, and is co-terminus with the project.
- The duration is initially six months. It may be extended based on the performance of the candidate and availability of funds.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- The selected candidate can also apply for the regular PhD program of INST, provided the eligibility criteria are satisfied.
- In case of any discrepancy between versions, the English version of the advertisement may be treated as final.
- For queries, contact Dr. Vijayakumar Shanmugam, Scientist-E, Institute of Nanoscience and Technology (INST), Sector 81, Knowledge City, SAS Nagar-140306, Punjab; E-mail: [email protected]; Phone: +91-172-2297000 (Extn: 7033).
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Walk-in interview advertisement 14(10)/2025-INST |
| INST Official Website | Institute website |
