Sikkim University has invited applications from Indian nationals for one Junior Research Fellow position under the National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS) funded collaborative research project titled “From Forests to Farms: Utilizing Sustainable Agroforestry to enhance resilience to climate change impacts and promote biodiversity conservation in the Sikkim-Darjeeling Himalaya” between Sikkim University and the Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE). Interested candidates may send their application in the prescribed format through email to [email protected] within 21 days of publication of this advertisement.
The official notification does not specify the age limit or the application fee.
SU Junior Research Fellow at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Sikkim University |
| Advertisement No. | NMHS2024-25/SC-XIII/MG/SL-04 |
| Department | Department of Zoology |
| Project | From Forests to Farms: Utilizing Sustainable Agroforestry to enhance resilience to climate change impacts and promote biodiversity conservation in the Sikkim-Darjeeling Himalaya |
| Funding Agency | National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS) |
| Tenure | Initially for one year but extendable up to the termination of project whichever is earlier, subject to annual performance review |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) / Junior Project Fellow (JPF) |
| Vacancies | 01 |
| Pay | Rs. 37,000/- + HRA 9% per month (for JRF); fellowship for JPF will be as per the norms of Ministry of Environment and Forests, Govt. of India |
| Job Location | Gangtok, Sikkim |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 21 days of publication of this advertisement (16/11/2026) |
About SU Junior Research Fellow
Sikkim University is a central university established by an Act of Parliament of India in 2007 and accredited by NAAC in 2015, located at 6th Mile, Samdur, Tadong-737102, Gangtok, Sikkim. The collaborative research project is executed jointly by Sikkim University (SU) and Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE). The selected candidate will work under the supervision of Prof. Bhoj K. Acharya, Principal Investigator (PI) in the Department of Zoology at Sikkim University.
Vacancy Details
| Position | No of positions | Institution | Qualifications | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow: (JRF @ Rs.37,000/- + HRA 9% per month) | 01 | Sikkim University | First class Masters Degree in Life Sciences/ Environmental Science/Geography/ Forestry or allied disciplines with NET | Working knowledge of RS-GIS, ecological modelling, R, etc. Experience of working on biodiversity in mountain environment. Non-NET candidates can apply and will be considered as Junior Project Fellow (JPF). Fellowship for JPF will be as per the norms of Ministry of Environment and Forests, Govt. of India |
Who Can Apply
Candidates must possess a First class Masters Degree in Life Sciences/ Environmental Science/Geography/ Forestry or allied disciplines with NET to be considered for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post. Non-NET candidates can apply and will be considered as Junior Project Fellow (JPF). Working knowledge of RS-GIS, ecological modelling, R, etc., and experience of working on biodiversity in mountain environment are also mentioned.
Pay and Tenure
The Junior Research Fellow (JRF) receives a fellowship of Rs. 37,000/- + HRA 9% per month. Fellowship for JPF will be as per the norms of Ministry of Environment and Forests, Govt. of India. The duration is initially for one year but extendable up to the termination of project whichever is earlier, subject to annual performance review. The selected candidates are expected to join immediately. Project Fellow will be encouraged to enrol for higher degrees/qualifications.
How to Apply for SU Junior Research Fellow
- Download the application form provided in the official notification PDF.
- Fill in all the required details in the prescribed format.
- Attach a passport-size photograph and relevant educational, professional, and research documents.
- Send the completed application through e-mail to Prof. Bhoj K. Acharya (PI), Department of Zoology, Sikkim University, Tadong, Gangtok at [email protected].
- Ensure the application must reach the project PI by email within 21 days of publication of this advertisement.
Selection and Interview
Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview through e-mail and no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview at Gangtok. The selected candidates are expected to join immediately.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | 26/10/2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | Within 21 days of publication of this advertisement (16/11/2026) |
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Download prescribed application form |
| Official Notification PDF | View advertisement and project details |
| Official Website | Sikkim University website |
