ICAR-CIRCOT Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Temporary
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹37,000 - ₹42,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: M.E / M. Tech in any discipline or B.E / B. Tech in Textile, Electronics, Electrical, Computer Science, IT, Agricultural, or Mechanical Engineering with a valid GATE/JRF qualification.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible - knowledge of electronic circuit design and statistical analysis is desirable.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 21 to 40 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Hybrid
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology is recruiting for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position to work on a high-impact project developing portable instruments for cotton quality measurement. Successful candidates will receive a monthly fellowship starting at ₹37,000 plus HRA, requiring a Master's degree in Engineering or a GATE-qualified Bachelor's degree in relevant technical disciplines. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in cutting-edge agricultural technology research within a premier national institute located in Mumbai. The position is ideal for researchers seeking hands-on experience in electronic circuit design and statistical analysis for the textile industry.
- The appointment is purely temporary and contractual for a duration of 3 years or until project completion.
- Candidates must possess a first-class degree or at least 60% marks in their qualifying examination.
- The upper age limit is 35 years for males and 40 years for females, with standard government relaxations applicable.
- A hybrid application process requires an email submission by July 31 followed by a walk-in interview on August 3, 2026.
- Selected fellows may be required to travel across India depending on project requirements and field testing needs.
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Additional Salary Information
₹37,000 + HRA for 1st and 2nd year; ₹42,000 + HRA for 3rd year (subject to performance review).
Important Dates
Selection Process
Screening of Email Applications Walk-in Interview Document Verification
Application Fees
No application fee
Reservation
3 years relaxation for OBC candidates 5 years relaxation for SC/ST candidates 10 years relaxation for PH candidates
How to Apply
- Download the application format from the official ICAR-CIRCOT notification.
- Fill the form in block letters and attach a recent passport-size photograph.
- Prepare self-attested copies of certificates for age, qualifications, and experience.
- Combine the application and documents into a single PDF file.
- Email the PDF to ursjag@gmail.com by 5:30 PM on 31st July 2026.
- Report for the walk-in interview at ICAR-CIRCOT Mumbai on 3rd August 2026 at 9:30 AM.
- Carry all original documents for verification during the interview process.
Frequently Asked Questions
The fellowship is ₹37,000 + HRA for the first two years and increases to ₹42,000 + HRA for the third year based on performance.
Candidates need an M.E./M.Tech in any discipline or a B.E./B.Tech in fields like Textile, Electronics, or Computer Science with a valid GATE/JRF score.
The maximum age is 35 years for men and 40 years for women, with relaxations of 3 years for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST candidates.
