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Cotton University Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 18 Posts
Cotton University has released an official notification for the recruitment of 18 Project Assistants. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official Cotton University website. The last date to submit the application form is 20-01-2026.
Cotton University Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Cotton University (CU) |
| Post Name | Project Assistant |
| No of Posts | 18 |
| Salary | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA |
| Last Date | 20-01-2026 |
| Official Website | www.cottonuniversity.ac.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary | Project/Theme |
|---|---|---|---|
| Position 01 | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme |
| Position 02 | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme |
| Position 03 | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme |
| Position 04 | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme |
| Position 05 | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme |
| Position 06 | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme |
| Position 07 | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Molecular and Synthetic Biology Theme |
| Position 08 | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Advanced Materials Theme |
| Position 09 | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Advanced Materials Theme |
| Position 10 | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Advanced Materials Theme |
| Position 11 | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Advanced Materials Theme |
| Position 12 | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Advanced Materials Theme |
| Position 13 | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Advanced Materials Theme |
| Position 14 | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Advanced Materials Theme |
| Position 15-18 | 04 | Rs. 20,000/- + 20% HRA | Environmental Sustainability Theme |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Position 01
- Essential: MSc in Inorganic Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) or equivalent CGPA from a UGC-recognized University.
- Desirable: Experience in the synthesis of coordination polymers (CP).
Eligibility for Position 02
- Essential: MSc in Inorganic/Organic Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) or equivalent CGPA from a UGC-recognized University.
- Desirable: Candidates with prior experience in Organic and Inorganic synthesis will be preferred.
Eligibility for Position 03
- Essential: MSc in Organic/Inorganic Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) or equivalent CGPA from a UGC-recognized University.
- Desirable: Prior experience in the synthesis of inorganic-organic hybrid materials.
Eligibility for Position 04
- Essential: Post Graduate degree in professional Courses (MCA/ M. Tech.) in first division both at Graduate and Post Graduate level.
- Desirable: Candidates must have prior experience in the area of application of AI in Bio-medical imaging/other imaging techniques. Strong Knowledge in Python programming language (Python) with knowledge of Machine Learning, Deep Learning techniques. Proven experience with software libraries such PyTorch, Tensorflow, Keras, Sklearn, Opencv, pandas.
Eligibility for Position 05
- Essential: MSc Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) or equivalent CGPA from a UGC-recognized University.
- Desirable: Prior experience in the synthesis of organic compounds and nanomaterials.
Eligibility for Position 06
- Essential: M.Sc. in Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university/institute.
- Desirable: Research experience in organic synthesis and familiarity with aggregation-induced emission (AIE) molecule design.
Eligibility for Position 07
- Essential: MSc in Inorganic Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) or equivalent CGPA from a UGC-recognized University.
- Desirable: Prior experience in handling synthesis.
Eligibility for Position 08
- Essential: M.Sc. in Physics, with specialization in solid state physics or semiconductor physics.
- Desirable: Experience of working with Nanomaterials, Basic idea about hydrogen as fuel.
Eligibility for Position 09
- Essential: M.Sc. in Physics (not earlier than 3 years) with a minimum of 60% marks in the concerned subject from a recognized university.
- Desirable: Experience in material synthesis or willingness to work on material synthesis and characterization. Candidates having scientific research publications will get preference.
Eligibility for Position 10
- Essential: M.Sc. in Physics with a minimum of 60% marks in the concerned subject from a recognized university.
- Desirable: Candidates having experience in Carbon-based materials synthesis and their energy storage applications.
Eligibility for Position 11
- Essential: MSc in Inorganic Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) from a UGC-recognized University.
- Desirable: Possesses prior experience in the synthesis of inorganic-organic hybrid materials and the comprehensive analysis of their spectroscopic data.
Eligibility for Position 12
- Essential: M.Sc. in Chemistry with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university/institute.
- Desirable: Research experience in organic synthesis and familiarity with photophysical measurements and spectroscopic techniques.
Eligibility for Position 13
- Essential: MSc in Inorganic Chemistry with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PH) or equivalent CGPA from a UGC-recognized University.
- Desirable: Prior experience in handling Gaussian09.
Eligibility for Position 14
- Essential: M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university/institute.
- Desirable: Prior experience in handling organic synthesis.
Eligibility for Position 15-18
- Essential: Post Graduate in Botany/Zoology/Environmental Biology and Wildlife Sciences/Environmental Science/Biotechnology/Molecular Biology and Biotechnology/Biochemistry; with minimum 55% marks or equivalent CGPA, and with wet lab experience.
- Desirable: Candidate should have good experience in lab and field experiments related to environmental chemistry or plant stress biology, with special reference to metalloid toxicity in crop plants, with proven skill in handling basic and sophisticated instruments, and handling biomedical samples will be preferred.
Important Links
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FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for Cotton University Project Assistant Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date to apply is within 15 days from the date of publishing the advertisement. As per the overview, the specific date mentioned is 20-01-2026.
Q2: How many vacancies are available at Cotton University?
A: There are a total of 18 vacancies for Project Assistant posts.
Q3: What is the salary for the Project Assistant post?
A: The salary is Rs. 20,000/- per month plus 20% HRA.
Q4: What is the selection process?
A: Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email and called for an interview (offline mode).