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KUFOS Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for Junior Research Fellow Posts

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Total Vacancies
2 Posts
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Offline (Post)
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Closing Date
02 February 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. KeralaUniversityofFisheriesandOceanStudies/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count Junior Research Fellow (JRF) (2 Posts)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Offline (By Post) 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 02 February 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
on 02.02.2026. They must download and fill the application form provided with the notification and present it at the time of the interview.
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification MFSc in Aquatic Environment Management with First Class and NET. 🌐 Authority Official Website www.kufos.ac.in ↗
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KUFOS Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for Junior Research Fellow Posts

The Kerala University of Fisheries & Ocean Studies (KUFOS) has released an employment notification for the recruitment of Junior Research Fellows (JRFs) under the MoES DOM Project. This is a walk-in interview opportunity for candidates holding MFSc/MSc degrees in relevant fields.

Interested candidates are required to attend the interview at the KUFOS Headquarters Administration Block, Panangad, Ernakulam on the scheduled date with their filled application forms and relevant certificates.

Overview

ParameterDetails
OrganizationKerala University of Fisheries & Ocean Studies (KUFOS)
Post NameJunior Research Fellow (JRF)
Total Vacancies02
Interview Date02 February 2026
Interview Time09:30 AM
LocationPanangad, Ernakulam, Kerala
SalaryRs. 37,000/- + 16% HRA per month
Official Websitehttp://www.kufos.ac.in/

Vacancy Details

Post NameNo. of PostsSalaryProject
Junior Research Fellow I01Rs. 37,000/- + 16% HRA per monthMicro and Nanoplastics in the deep sea environment (Sediments, Water and Biota)
Junior Research Fellow II01Rs. 37,000/- + 16% HRA per monthMicro and Nanoplastics in the deep sea environment (Sediments, Water and Biota)

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Junior Research Fellow I

  • Essential Qualification: MFSc in Aquatic Environment Management with First Class and NET.
  • Experience: Field Work and sampling, Cruise Participation and sample collection, separation of Micro & Nano Plastics from different samples including Biota, Analytical Works related to the objectives.
  • Age Limit: Not more than 30 years (relaxation as per GOI rules).

Eligibility for Junior Research Fellow II

  • Essential Qualification: MFSc in Aquatic Environment with First Class / MSc in Hydro Chemistry or Marine Chemistry with First Class and NET.
  • Experience: Aquatic Environment Management-Field Work and sampling, Cruise Participation and sample collection, Methodology Standardisation of Nano Plastics using Pyrolysis-GC, Toxicity studies.
  • Age Limit: Not more than 30 years (relaxation as per GOI rules).

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1. How to apply for KUFOS JRF Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must attend the Walk-in-Interview at the specified venue on 02.02.2026. They must download and fill the application form provided with the notification and present it at the time of the interview.

2. What is the last date to apply?

The Walk-in-Interview is scheduled for 02 February 2026 at 09:30 AM.

3. What is the age limit for the posts?

The specific age limit is not more than 30 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules.

4. Is NET qualification mandatory?

Yes, NET qualification is essential for both Junior Research Fellow I and Junior Research Fellow II posts.

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