NII Senior Research Fellow (Project) Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary
Recruitment Overview
The National Institute of Immunology (NII) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 1 Senior Research Fellow (Project) post. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a government-backed research position in a premier institute. The role is based in New Delhi and is offered on a contract basis. This recruitment is a Direct Recruitment process based on merit and an interview, with no competitive written examination involved.
Key Highlights
| Feature |
Details |
| Organization Name |
National Institute of Immunology (NII) |
| Post Name |
Senior Research Fellow (Project) |
| Total Vacancies |
1 |
| Application Mode |
Email |
| Last Date to Apply |
12 March 2026 |
| Job Type |
Contract |
| Official Website |
www.nii.res.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name |
Pay Scale/Salary |
Age Limit |
| Senior Research Fellow (Project) |
Rs. 42,000/- consolidated per month plus 27% HRA (as per DST OM dated 26.06.2023) |
As per Rules (Refer to official notification) |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Essential:
- Master's degree in Biotechnology or any other stream of biological/physical/computational sciences OR
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine or Equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years of research experience.
- Must have qualified NET-JRF or equivalent national level examination.
- Desirable:
- Experience in Mycobacterial biology work in BSL-3 facility.
- Familiarity with chemical biology, functional genomics, and transcriptomics.
Age Limit
Specific age limit details are not explicitly stated in the text. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification PDF for the exact age criteria and relaxation rules.
Mandatory Requirements
- Must have qualified NET-JRF or an equivalent national level examination.
Selection Process
This recruitment does not involve a written examination. The selection will be based on the following stages:
- Shortlisting: Based on the application and eligibility.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| General/OBC |
Rs. 100/- |
| SC/ST |
Nil |
| Women |
Nil |
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of NII or download the official notification PDF.
- Read the notification carefully to ensure eligibility.
- Prepare your application with a complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, recent passport-size photographs).
- Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
- Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
- Ensure the email is sent on or before 12-03-2026.
- Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
Important Dates
- Last Date of Receipt of Applications: 12 March 2026
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