📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Recruitment Overview
The National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI), an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India, invites applications for a walk-in-interview. This recruitment is for the temporary position of Post Doc Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) Fellow on the project titled "B-SMART: Bacteria Sensing through Mobile Aptamer Recognition Technology".
Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment based on a Walk-in-Interview (Merit-based selection), not a competitive written examination.
Key Highlights Table
| Organization Name | National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) |
| Post Name | Post Doc Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Application Mode | Online Application followed by Walk-in-Interview |
| Interview Date | 16.03.2026 |
| Official Website | https://nabi.res.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Fellowship/Salary | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post Doc Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) | 1 (One) | ₹1.30 Lakhs per month | Below 45 years |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Essential: PhD in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Biotechnology or any other related subject.
- Desirable Experience:
- Experience in SELEX/Aptamer Selection.
- Fluorescence assays and Microfluidic development.
- Hands-on experience culturing and handling bacteria.
- Device Fabrication.
- Preference given to candidates with more than 2 years of research experience in a relevant area/industry exposure/regulatory affairs.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: Below 45 years.
- Note: The notification does not specify an "Age as on" cut-off date. Candidates should verify eligibility based on the general requirement.
Mandatory Requirements
- Candidates must be motivated, enthusiastic, hardworking, and a team player.
- Document Requirements:
- M.Sc./PhD degree certificates.
- Relevant publications.
- Certificates of experience.
- Original mark sheets and certificates for verification.
Selection Process
The selection for the Post Doc EIR Fellow is strictly based on a Walk-in-Interview.
- Stage 1: Submission of Online Application by 12.03.2026.
- Stage 2: Walk-in-Interview on 16.03.2026 at 09:00 AM.
- Mode: Offline (In-person) at NABI Mohali. Online interviews may be requested via email under special circumstances (at least one week prior).
- Final Selection: Based on interview performance and verification of original documents.
Application Fee
Not Mentioned. Please refer to the official notification PDF for fee details if applicable.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of NABI: https://nabi.res.in.
- Download the prescribed application form attached to the advertisement.
- Fill the application form carefully with accurate details.
- Upload the required documents (Degree certificates, Publications, Experience certificates) as specified.
- Submit the online application before the last date 12.03.2026.
- Appear for the Walk-in-Interview on 16.03.2026 at:
National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute,
Knowledge City, Sector-81, Mohali, Punjab-140306.
Reporting Time: 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM. - Bring the filled application form and one set of attested copies of all documents along with originals.
Important Dates
- Last Date for Online Application: 12.03.2026
- Walk-in-Interview Date: 16.03.2026
- Interview Reporting Time: 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM