BHU JRF & Research Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 02 Posts

Banaras Hindu University Varanasi Last Date: 30th January, 2026
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BHU JRF & Research Associate I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 02 Posts

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has announced recruitment for the positions of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Research Associate I (RA-I). This is a temporary opportunity co-terminus with a project. Candidates with the requisite educational qualifications and experience are invited to attend the walk-in interview.

Company Name Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
Posts Junior Research Fellow (JRF) & Research Associate I (RA-I)
Total Vacancies 02
Walk-in Date 30 January 2026 at 11:00 AM
Official Website https://www.bhu.ac.in



Vacancy Details

Post Name Number of Posts Salary (Per Month)
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) 1 INR 37,000 + 18% HRA
Research Associate I (RA-I) 1 INR 58,000 + 18% HRA



Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

  • Essential Qualification: Postgraduate in Genetics & Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Agricultural Botany, Plant Biotechnology, or any other branch of Life Science with at least 55% marks. Must have qualified National Eligibility Tests (ICAR, CSIR, UGC-NET) and GATE.
  • Desirable Qualification: Experience in working with plant Breeding, Genetics, Biochemistry, or Physiology.
  • Age Limit: 28 years (Relaxation as per GOI rules).

Eligibility for Research Associate I (RA-I)

  • Essential Qualification: Ph.D. in Genetics & Plant Breeding, Plant Pathology, Agricultural Botany, Plant Biotechnology, or a related discipline from a reputed University/Institution.
  • Desirable Qualification: Proven track record of molecular biology, biotechnology techniques, or genomic pipelines, supported by two (02) research papers as a First Author or Equal First Author in SCI-indexed journals.
  • Age Limit: 40 years (Relaxation as per GOI rules).

Important Dates

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

Selection Process

Selection will be based on a Walk-in Interview.

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FAQs

Q1: Is this a permanent position?
A: No, the positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project duration (3 years).

Q2: What is the venue for the interview?
A: Committee Room No. 2, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi-221005.

Q3: Is TA/DA provided?
A: No, TA/DA shall not be paid for appearing in the interview.

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Banaras Hindu University is an internationally reputed temple of learning, situated in the holy city of Varanasi. This Creative and innovative university was founded by the great nationalist leader, Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya, in 1916 with cooperation of great personalities like Dr Annie Besant, who viewed it as the University of India. Banaras Hindu University was created under the Parliamentary legislation - B.H.U. Act 1915. It played a stellar role in the independence movement and has developed into the greatest center of learning in India. It has produced many great freedom fighters and builders of modern India and has immensely contributed to the progress of the nation through a large number of renowned scholars, artists, scientists and technologists who have graced its portals. The area of the main campus of this premiere Central University is 1300 acres, having well maintained roads, extensive greenery, a temple, an air strip and buildings which are an architectural delight. The Air Field of the campus was started for military training for flying during the second world war. Another campus of the university at Barkachha , in Mirzapur district, covering an area of 2700 acres is coming up. The university comprises 3 Institutes, 14 Faculties 140 Departments, 4 Inter displinary Centers a constituent college for women's and 3 Constituents Schools, spanning a vast range of subjects pertaining to all branches of humanities,social science,technology, medicine ,science, fine arts and performing arts. It has 6 centres of Advanced Studies, 10 Departments under Special Assistance Programme and a large number of specialized Research Centers. Four Degree Colleges of the city are affiliated to the University. Bharat Kala Bhavan, the reputed museum of the university, is a treasure trove of rare collections. The 927 bed hospital of the University is equipped with all the modern a menities. The university provides a wide range of facilities for sport and hobbies, has large playgrounds, a big auditorium, a flying club and many auxiliary services and units like Printing Press, Publication Cell,Fruit Preservation Center, Subsidized Canteens, Employment and Information Bureau, Security etc. The University family consists of about 15000 students belonging to all streams of life, castes and religions and races, about 1700 teachers, and nearly 8000 non-teaching staff A large number of students from foreign countries like the U.S.A, the countries of Europe, Asia, Middle East, Africa etc., come to study here. The university has taken a leadership role in promoting new ideas, the spirit of integration of the world, and cultivation of intellect and culture. Banaras Hindu University is small Virtually the universe in microcosm.


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