📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: MACS-Agharkar Research Institute (ARI), Pune
- Parent Department: Department of Science & Technology (DST), Govt. of India
- Advertisement No: ADVT/Rect.P/Scientist-C/01/2026
- Total Posts: 2 (Unreserved)
- Post Name: Scientist-C
- Employment Nature: Permanent (1-year probation)
- Application Mode: Online Application + Hard Copy Submission
- Application Deadline: 30 days from publication in Employment News (45 days for remote areas)
- Job Location: Pune, Maharashtra
- Application Fee: Rs. 500 (General/Others), Nil for SC/ST/Women
- Official Website: aripune.res.in
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist-C (Genetics & Plant Breeding) | 1 (UR) | 40 Years | Level 11 (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700) |
| Scientist-C (Developmental Biology) | 1 (UR) | 40 Years | Level 11 (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700) |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Genetics & Plant Breeding
- Essential: First-class M.Sc. in Agriculture with specialization in Genetics and Plant Breeding or allied disciplines, or equivalent.
- Experience: Four years of R&D experience in required areas, evidenced by publications in reputed journals after the academic degree.
- Desirable: Ph.D. in Genetics & Plant Breeding/Plant Breeding/Crop Improvement; experience in crop breeding and genomics-assisted research; hands-on field experimentation, phenotyping, and data analysis.
Developmental Biology
- Essential: First-class M.Sc. in Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related fields, or equivalent.
- Experience: Four years of R&D experience in required areas, evidenced by publications in reputed journals after the academic degree.
- Desirable: Ph.D. in life science (molecular biology, cell biology, developmental biology); 3–5 years post-doctoral experience in cell and developmental biology with cell culture and model organism research.
Age Limit (as on closing date): Maximum 40 years. Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC and other categories as per Central Government orders. Government servants and employees of autonomous research organizations: up to 5 years relaxation.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Shortlisting: Applications screened by a committee. If applicant volume is high, shortlisting may consider desirable qualifications/experience beyond minimum requirements.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates informed via email about date, time, and venue.
- Reserve Panel: Valid for one year from interview date.
Note: Outstation candidates called for interview receive to-and-fro AC Two Tier rail fare by shortest route. Time spent on Ph.D. (max 2 years) or post-doctoral research (max 2 years) counts as experience if supported by certificates and publications. No TA/DA for application submission.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Self-attested copies of all educational qualifications and mark sheets
- Proof of Date of Birth (Matriculation/10th Certificate or Birth Certificate)
- Experience certificates with joining and relieving dates (4 years R&D experience required)
- Valid Category/Caste Certificate in Central Government format (if applicable)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- SBI Collect fee payment receipt (for General/Others category)
- List of publications/patents with copies of 4 best papers from last 5 years
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) in Annexure-I format (for Government/PSU/Autonomous employees)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for MACS ARI Scientist-C Recruitment 2026?
30 days from the date of advertisement publication in Employment News (45 days for candidates from remote areas). Exact date depends on Employment News publication schedule.
What is the application fee for MACS ARI Scientist-C posts?
Rs. 500 for General and other candidates. SC, ST, and Women candidates are exempted from fee payment. Payment must be made online via SBI Collect.
Is the Scientist-C post at MACS ARI permanent or contractual?
The post is permanent with a one-year probation period. It is a regular cadre position under DST, Government of India.
What is the salary structure for Scientist-C at MACS ARI?
Pay Level 11 (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700) plus admissible allowances (HRA, DA, NPS, medical reimbursement, LTC as per institute rules).
Where will the interview for MACS ARI Scientist-C be conducted?
Interview will be conducted at MACS-Agharkar Research Institute, Gopal Ganesh Agarkar Road, Pune – 411004. Shortlisted candidates will receive exact venue details via email.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
1) Pay fee via SBI Collect (if applicable). 2) Apply online at arijob.ourlib.in. 3) Print application, attach self-attested documents and NOC (if applicable). 4) Send hard copy to Director, Agharkar Research Institute, Pune – 411004 within deadline.