Siddha Medicinal Plants Garden, Mettur Dam Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1 Post

The Siddha Medicinal Plants Garden (SMPG), Mettur Dam, functioning under the Central Council for Research in Siddha (CCRS), Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India, has announced a Walk-In Interview for the engagement of a Junior Research Fellow (Botany). This position is for an IMR Project focused on establishing a DNA barcode library of medicinal plants used in the Siddha system of medicine.

Interested and eligible candidates are required to submit their application via email before the deadline. The interview will be conducted at the Camp Office, SMPG Mettur Dam, Salem District, Tamil Nadu.

Overview Table

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria for Junior Research Fellow (Botany)

• Essential Qualification: M.Sc (Botany) with 1 year research experience in Taxonomy.
• Age Limit: Not exceeding 28 years as on the date of Interview. Upper age limit is relaxable as per Govt. of India Rules.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year research experience in Taxonomy is mandatory.
• Desirable: Not explicitly stated, but candidates should bring copies of abstracts/e-prints of articles published (if any).

How to Apply & Walk-In Interview Details

Mode of Selection: Selection will be made based on the performance in the Walk-In Interview. If the number of applicants exceeds, a written test will be conducted for shortlisting.

Application Process: Interested candidates must send the duly filled application along with necessary documents to [email protected] on or before 2nd February 2026.

Walk-In Interview:
Date & Time: 11th February 2026, 10:00 AM
Venue: Camp Office, SMPG Mettur Dam, Salem District, Tamil Nadu-636 401.

Documents Required: Candidates must bring the original documents along with attested copies for verification during the interview.

Checklist of Documents to Produce

• Age Proof: 10th/12th Standard Mark sheets including Date of Birth OR Birth Certificate. (Candidates applying for age relaxation must submit the appropriate certificate).
• Academic Records: UG, PG, PhD Degree Certificates and Mark Sheets.
• Experience Certificate: If applicable, indicating organization name, duration, and duties.
• Publications: Copies of Abstracts/e-prints of articles published (if any).

Important Instructions:
• No TA/DA is admissible for appearing in the interview.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• The post is purely temporary based on CCRS by-laws.

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF (Detailed)
• Email to Submit Application
• Official Website

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the last date to apply for Siddha Medicinal Plants Garden Mettur Dam Recruitment?

The last date to send the application via email is 02 February 2026.

Q2. When is the Walk-In Interview scheduled?

The interview will be held on 11 February 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Camp Office, SMPG Mettur Dam.

Q3. What is the salary for the Junior Research Fellow post?

The remuneration is Rs. 37,000/- per month + 10% HRA (Consolidated).

Q4. Is there any application fee?

The notification does not mention any application fee. Candidates should refer to the detailed PDF notification for confirmation.

Q5. What are the essential qualifications required?

Candidates must possess an M.Sc in Botany with at least 1 year of research experience in Taxonomy.