KSCSTE Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute (JNTBGRI), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, has invited applications for 14 posts in 3 roles under Advt No. TBGRI/2000/2021-ESTT1. The posts include Project Fellow, Project Fellow with Ph.D, Project Assistant. Selection is through a walk-in interview on 23 November 2026.
The posts are for KSCSTE JNTBGRI, Palode, Thiruvananthapuram. Qualification required: Project Fellow: First class in M.Sc in the subjects named for each position (Biotech, Botany, Biochemistry or Bioinformatics); Project Fellow with Ph.D: Ph.D Chemistry/Life Sc. or Ph.D Botany; Project Assistant: First class in B.Sc Botany. The pay is Rs.32,560 (Project Fellow), Rs.36,000 (Project Fellow with Ph.D) and Rs.30,995 (Project Assistant) per month consolidated. Selection is by walk-in interview and written test, if necessary. Post-wise eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
JNTBGRI Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue
| Walk-in Date | 23 November 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM |
| Venue | JNTBGRI, Karimancode P.O, Palode, Thiruvananthapuram |
Key Points
- Walk-in date: 23 November 2026, reporting at 10:00 AM
- Vacancies: 14, in 3 roles
- How to apply: Attend the walk-in interview
- Pay: Rs.32,560 (Project Fellow), Rs.36,000 (Project Fellow with Ph.D) and Rs.30,995 (Project Assistant) per month consolidated
- Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
- Age limit: Maximum 40 years (as on notification date)
- Place: KSCSTE JNTBGRI, Palode, Thiruvananthapuram
JNTBGRI Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | KSCSTE Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute (JNTBGRI), Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala |
| Post Name | Project Fellow, Project Fellow with Ph.D, Project Assistant |
| No of Posts | 14 |
| Advt No | TBGRI/2000/2021-ESTT1 |
| Job Type | Temporary, Project-based |
| Pay | Rs.32,560 (Project Fellow), Rs.36,000 (Project Fellow with Ph.D) and Rs.30,995 (Project Assistant) per month consolidated |
| Place of Posting | KSCSTE JNTBGRI, Palode, Thiruvananthapuram |
| Qualification | Project Fellow: First class in M.Sc in the subjects named for each position (Biotech, Botany, Biochemistry or Bioinformatics); Project Fellow with Ph.D: Ph.D Chemistry/Life Sc. or Ph.D Botany; Project Assistant: First class in B.Sc Botany |
| Age Limit | Maximum 40 years (as on notification date) |
| Apply Mode | Walk-in |
| Walk-in Date | 23 November 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM |
| Venue | JNTBGRI, Karimancode P.O, Palode, Thiruvananthapuram |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
JNTBGRI Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. TBGRI/2000/2021-ESTT1 gives the full conditions for each 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 JNTBGRI notification PDF
Vacancy Details, Age Limit and Pay
| Post | Posts | Age Limit | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Fellow | 10 | Maximum 40 years | Rs.32,560 per month consolidated |
| Project Fellow with Ph.D | 2 | Maximum 40 years | Rs.36,000 per month consolidated |
| Project Assistant | 2 | Maximum 40 years | Rs.30,995 per month consolidated |
| Total | 14 |
Age relaxation for all posts: SC/ST/OBC As per rules.
Who Can Apply for JNTBGRI Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Fellow | Essential: First class in M.Sc Biotech/M.Sc Botany. Desirable: Experience in plant exploration, and digital documentation |
| Project Fellow with Ph.D | Essential: Ph.D Chemistry/Life Sc. Desirable: Phytochemical profiling |
| Project Assistant | Essential: First class in B.Sc Botany. Desirable: Computer knowledge |
Desirable:
- Experience in the area named for each project code, e.g. molecular Biology, field exploration, Phytochemical profiling, Ethnopharmacology
- Computer knowledge (Project Assistant P-07B)
Who Cannot Apply for JNTBGRI Recruitment 2026
- Candidates reaching after 10 AM will not be entertained
Post-wise Details
Project Fellow (10 posts)
Qualification required: Essential: First class in M.Sc Biotech/M.Sc Botany. Desirable: Experience in plant exploration, and digital documentation. Age limit: Maximum 40 years. Pay: Rs.32,560 per month consolidated.
Project Fellow with Ph.D (2 posts)
Qualification required: Essential: Ph.D Chemistry/Life Sc. Desirable: Phytochemical profiling. Age limit: Maximum 40 years. Pay: Rs.36,000 per month consolidated.
Project Assistant (2 posts)
Qualification required: Essential: First class in B.Sc Botany. Desirable: Computer knowledge. Age limit: Maximum 40 years. Pay: Rs.30,995 per month consolidated.
Pay and Terms of Engagement
- Purely temporary Plan Project positions
- Appointments are till 31st March 2027 and are likely to be extended
- Remuneration is consolidated per month
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 9 November 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview (report at 10.00 AM) | 23 November 2026 |
How Will JNTBGRI Select Candidates?
- Walk-in interview
- Written test, if necessary
- Written test will be conducted, if necessary
- Preference to candidates qualified in National level eligibility test or equivalent
Documents to Enclose
- Prescribed application form filled in all respects
- Attested copies of certificates in support of age
- Attested copy of caste certificate, where mentioned in the application
- All original certificates/testimonials for verification
How to Apply for JNTBGRI Recruitment 2026
- Download the prescribed application form from www.jntbgri.res.in.
- Fill in the form in all respects.
- Attach attested copies of certificates in support of age, educational qualification, experience and caste mentioned in the application.
- Submit the form at the time of the walk-in interview.
- Bring all original certificates/testimonials for verification.
- Attend on 23 November 2026, reporting at 10:00 AM.
Other Points to Note
- Interim enquiries will not be attended to
- No TA/DA will be provided
- Any change in the walk-in date due to unforeseen reasons will be notified on www.jntbgri.res.in
JNTBGRI Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download JNTBGRI notification PDF |
| Walk-in Details | Walk-in details for JNTBGRI Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit JNTBGRI official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of KSCSTE Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute, Advertisement No. TBGRI/2000/2021-ESTT1, dated 9 November 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
