CCRAS Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 – 20 Ph.D. Fellowship Vacancies

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Additional Benefits: Annual contingency grant of Rs. 20,000/- to the University/Institution. Fellows may also submit a project proposal to obtain a one-time Research Contingency Grant-in-Aid of up to Rs. 1.00 lakh within 3 months of joining the fellowship.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Essential Qualification for Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

• Post Graduation (Master's Degree) in Biomedical Sciences with emphasis on any of the following disciplines:
  • Life Sciences: Microbiology, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Human Biology, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology, Immunology, Pharmacology, Zoology, Environmental Science, Botany, Veterinary Sciences, Pharmacy, etc.
  • Chemical Sciences: Biochemistry, Chemistry including Analytical Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry – Phytochemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, and Natural Product Chemistry, etc.
  • Physical Sciences: Including Biophysics.
  • Social Sciences: Psychology (for mental diseases) and Sociology (for demographic survey), etc.
  • Biostatistics.
• Valid NET Certificate: Candidates from Non-Ayush (Non-Medical) background must have qualified at least one of the following National Eligibility Tests with valid eligibility period:
  • Joint CSIR-UGC Test for JRF and LS (NET)
  • DBT-JRF in Biotechnology
  • Biotechnology Eligibility Test (BET)
  • ICAR's AICE-SRF (PGS)
  • ICMR-JRF
• Candidates must be willing to undertake research on AYUSH-related projects while pursuing Ph.D. at a recognised University/Institution of their choice.
• Age Limit: 28 years as on the date of issue of advertisement in the Employment News.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

1. Online Application Screening: Applications received before the last date (08-12-2026) will be scrutinised for eligibility.
2. Shortlisting: Eligible and suitable candidates will be shortlisted based on academic merit, NET qualification, and research proposal relevance.
3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be informed and invited for interview by the respective Councils (CCRAS for Ayurveda; CCRYN for Yoga & Naturopathy).
4. Final Selection: Based on interview performance and document verification.

No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing in the interview.

Tenure of Fellowship

This is a temporary fellowship for pursuing Ph.D. and not a permanent government job:

• Phase 1 (JRF): 2 years at Rs. 37,000/- per month + HRA
• Phase 2 (SRF – Extendable): Additional 2–3 years at Rs. 42,000/- per month + HRA
• Maximum Total Tenure: 5 years

How to Apply for CCRAS Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

1. Register on the CCRAS Ph.D. Portal.
2. Fill and submit the online application form along with research proposal and all required documents for the respective stream (Ayurveda or Yoga & Naturopathy).
3. Print the completed online registration/application form.
4. Send the hard copy of the registration/application printout along with all supporting documents in hand before the opening of the registration link as on the date of publication of advertisement in the Employment News.
5. Last date for submission: 08 December 2026.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• Post Graduation (Master's Degree) Certificate and Consolidated Mark Sheets
• Valid NET Certificate (CSIR-UGC, DBT-JRF, BET, ICAR-AICE-SRF, or ICMR-JRF) with eligibility period
• Research Proposal relevant to the chosen research stream
• Hard copy of online application printout with all enclosures
• Two recent passport-size photographs and Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)

Important Links

• Apply Online – CCRAS Ph.D. Portal for Junior Research Fellowship Applications
• Download CCRAS Advertisement No. 05/2026/Ph.D. Official Notification PDF
• Visit Official CCRAS Website (Ministry of Ayush, Government of India)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for CCRAS Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026?

The last date for submission of online application form for CCRAS JRF Ph.D. Fellowship 2026 is 08 December 2026, which is 60 days from the date of advertisement publication in the Employment News.

2. How can I apply for CCRAS JRF Fellowship?

Candidates must apply online only through the CCRAS Ph.D. Portal at phd.ccras.org.in. A hard copy of the online registration/application along with all required documents must also be submitted before the application window opens as per the date of advertisement publication in the Employment News.

3. Is there an application fee for CCRAS JRF Recruitment?

The official notification does not state any application fee for the CCRAS Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Ph.D. Fellowship 2026. Candidates are advised to verify from the official notification PDF.

4. Is this a permanent government job?

No. The CCRAS JRF is a temporary fellowship for pursuing a Ph.D. at a recognised University/Institution. The fellowship runs for 2 years as JRF and is extendable for 2–3 years as SRF, with a maximum tenure of 5 years. It does not confer permanent government job status or pension benefits.

5. What is the salary for CCRAS Junior Research Fellow?

The monthly emoluments are Rs. 37,000/- for JRF and Rs. 42,000/- for SRF, along with House Rent Allowance (HRA) per month. Additionally, an annual contingency grant of Rs. 20,000/- is provided to the host University/Institution. Fellows may also apply for a one-time Research Contingency Grant-in-Aid of up to Rs. 1.00 lakh.

6. What NET exams are accepted for CCRAS JRF?

Candidates must have qualified at least one of the following: Joint CSIR-UGC Test for JRF and LS (NET), DBT-JRF in Biotechnology, Biotechnology Eligibility Test (BET), ICAR's AICE-SRF (PGS), or ICMR-JRF. The NET certificate must be within its valid eligibility period at the time of application.