📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Facility Assistant (MGEF)
The National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS), a premier research institute under the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), has released Advertisement No. 9/2026 for the position of Facility Assistant in the Mouse Genome Engineering Facility (MGEF). The position is on a fixed-term contract initially for one year. Eligible candidates with a Master's degree in Biological Sciences or B.E./B.Tech./M.Pharma can apply online.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | NCBS (TIFR) |
| Post Name | Facility Assistant (MGEF) |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 31st July 2026 |
| Job Type | Fixed-Term Contract |
| Official Website | ncbs.res.in |
Employment Type:CONTRACT
Number of Vacancies:1
Educational Qualification:
Experience:Desirable: 2 years of relevant experience in laboratory animal handling and related techniques.
Skills:Animal husbandry, colony management, recordkeeping, data management, familiarity with standard operative procedures (SOPs).
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026):Maximum 35 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India (GoI) norms.
Salary (Consolidated): Consolidated pay will be commensurate with the candidate's qualification and experience, subject to institutional guidelines.
Job Duration: Fixed-term position initially for one year, renewable annually subject to performance assessment.
Selection Procedure: Written Test and/or Interview. The Institute reserves the right to implement shortlisting criteria.
Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates must apply online through the official NCBS recruitment portal. The process involves the following steps:
- Visit Application Portal: Go to the NCBS website and locate the online application link for Advt. No. 9/2026.
- Register Online: Register on the portal using a valid email ID.
- Receive Link: An email with the application link will be sent to your registered email ID.
- Fill Application: Use the provided link to fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload Documents: Upload all essential supporting documents (proof of qualification, date of birth, caste certificate, experience certificate with pay details, etc.). Incomplete applications without these documents will not be considered.
- Review and Submit: Before saving, review all details carefully. You can make corrections before saving the application. After saving, click the "SUBMIT" button.
- Deadline: Submit the application on or before 31st July 2026.
Important Note: Please use Firefox or Chrome on a desktop or laptop to submit the application. Avoid using mobile phones.
📅 Important Dates
Notification Date: 15 July 2026
Age Reckoning Date: 01 January 2026
Last Date for Online Application: 31 July 2026
Apply Online: Apply Online on NCBS Job Portal
Official Website: https://www.ncbs.res.in
Key Terms & Conditions
- Contractual & Fixed-Term: The position is on a fixed-term contract basis and does not imply regular employment.
- Shortlisting: The Institute may receive a large volume of applications and reserves the right to shortlist candidates for interviews based on criteria set by the Screening Committee. The decision of the committee is final.
- Relevant Experience: Only experience gained after the minimum qualifying degree and relevant to the advertised area will be considered.
- Document Upload: Ensure all supporting documents (educational qualifications, age proof, experience certificates, etc.) are uploaded. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Legal Jurisdiction: Any legal disputes will be subject to courts having jurisdiction in Bangalore.
- No Correspondence: Interim correspondence regarding the selection process will not be entertained.
- Right to Modify: The Institute reserves the right to increase/decrease vacancies or not fill the post without assigning any reason.