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Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Associate post. This recruitment is strictly on a temporary basis for a project involving AI tools and image data. Interested candidates with the requisite qualifications and experience are required to apply via email before the deadline.
JNU Project Associate Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) |
| Post Name | Project Associate |
| No. of Posts | 01 |
| Mode of Application | Offline (Email) |
| Last Date to Apply | 09 January 2026 (6:00 PM) |
| Official Website | https://www.jnu.ac.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary (Per Month) |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate | 01 | ₹31,000 + HRA (with NET/GATE) ₹25,000 + HRA (without NET/GATE) |
Eligibility for Project Associate
- Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Bioinformatics, M.Tech. in Data Science/Computer Science or any other allied field OR B.Tech. in the same areas with prior experience.
- Required Background: Prior experience in using biological data, analytical tools, and working with data-related methods and deep learning tools/framework is required.
- Preference: Experience working with images and deep learning. Prior experience in working with a Python environment is a must.
- Exclusions: Candidates with M.Sc. in any branch of life sciences (other than Bioinformatics) or B.Tech. in areas other than Data Science/Computer Science/Allied field without prior experience in image analysis are advised not to apply.
- Work Nature: The position does not require conducting experiments in the lab.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Salary / Stipend
Consolidated fixed emoluments per month are as follows:
- ₹31,000 + HRA for candidates with NET/GATE qualification.
- ₹25,000 + HRA for candidates without NET/GATE qualification.
Important Dates
- Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 09 January 2026 (6:00 PM)
Selection Process
- The selection will be based on an Interview.
- The exact time and date of the interview will be communicated at a later stage only to the shortlisted candidates.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in this position must follow the steps below:
- Send your application via email to Professor Binay Panda, School of Biotechnology, JNU at: panda.binay[at]jnu.ac.in
- Attach your Current CV and include a Contact Number in the email.
- Authentication:
- If currently enrolled/working in an institution, use your institutional email ID.
- If not enrolled/working, use an email ID that can be authenticated.
Important Links
Important Links:
Apply via Email: Click here
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How many vacancies are available for JNU Project Associate Recruitment 2026?
A: There is 01 vacancy for the post of Project Associate.
Q2: What is the last date to apply for this post?
A: The last date to submit the application is 09 January 2026 by 6:00 PM.
Q3: What is the salary for the Project Associate post?
A: The salary is ₹31,000 + HRA (with NET/GATE) or ₹25,000 + HRA (without NET/GATE).
Q4: Is prior experience mandatory for this post?
A: Yes, prior experience in biological data, deep learning, and the Python environment is essential.