BHU Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for 2 JRF & Research Associate I Posts

Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
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Overview

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) invites walk-in candidates for two posts: Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate I (RA-I). Eligible postgraduates may attend the walk-in interview on 30-01-2026. For details, visit the official BHU website.

Total Vacancies

2

Age Limit

28y - 40y

Age Details

Age Details

  • JRF: 28 years (age relaxation as per GOI rules)
  • RA-I: 40 years (age relaxation as per GOI rules)

Eligibility

JRF - Essential Qualifications

  • Postgraduate degree in Genetics & Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Agricultural Botany, Plant Biotechnology, or another Life Science discipline with at least 55% marks.
  • Candidates must have qualified NET/CSIR-UGC-NET or GATE (as applicable).
  • Desirable: Experience in plant Breeding/Genetics/Biochemistry/Physiology.

RA-I - Essential Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Genetics & Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Agricultural Botany, Plant Biotechnology, or a related discipline from a reputed university/institution.
  • Desirable: Proven track record of molecular biology, biotechnology techniques, or genomic pipelines, with two research papers as First Author or Equal First Author in SCI-indexed journals.

Important Dates

Application Start

TBA

Application End

TBA

Date Details

Important Dates

  • Walk-in Interview Date: 30 January 2026 at 11:00 AM

Application Fees

Application Fees

  • There are no application fees mentioned for this walk-in recruitment.

How to Apply

General Information

  • Positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
  • Project duration is three years; initial appointment for 1 year with possible extension based on performance.
  • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

How to Apply

  • Prepare a plain-paper application with a photograph, including name, date of birth, permanent and correspondence address, father’s and mother’s names, AADHAR number, phone number, email, and details of education and career.
  • Email the application to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Sandeep Sharma, or submit at the time of interview with self-attested copies of all marksheets and certificates.
  • Venue: Committee Room No. 2, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi-221005, at 11:00 AM on 30 January 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which body conducts the "BHU Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for 2 JRF & Research Associate I Posts"?

The "BHU Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for 2 JRF & Research Associate I Posts" is conducted by the Banaras Hindu University (BHU).

How many vacancies are there for "BHU Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for 2 JRF & Research Associate I Posts"?

There are a total of 2 vacancies available for "BHU Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for 2 JRF & Research Associate I Posts".

What is the age limit for "BHU Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for 2 JRF & Research Associate I Posts"?

The age limit for "BHU Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for 2 JRF & Research Associate I Posts" is between 28 and 40 years. Please refer to the age details section for specific relaxation rules.

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