📋 Complete Notification Details
Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
The Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) has officially announced the Senior Research Fellow (SRF) Recruitment 2026 with 2 openings. The detailed notification was published under Advertisement No. 08/2026 on the official website. Candidates who meet the age criteria of maximum 35 years and hold a Master's Degree in Natural Sciences (Basic and Applied Science) with first division along with a minimum of 2 years' experience in Research and Development in relevant organizations can submit their applications through email on or before 25 July 2026.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) |
| Post Name | Senior Research Fellow (SRF) |
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Project Duration | Initially 1 year, extendable up to 2 years |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date | 25th July 2026 |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Official Website | www.prl.res.in |
Employment Type:CONTRACT
Number of Vacancies:2
Educational Qualification: Master's Degree in Natural Sciences (Basic and Applied Science) from a recognized University or equivalent with first division.
Experience: Minimum 2 years' experience in Research and Development in Industrial and Academic Institutions, or Science and Technology Organizations, and Scientific activities and services.
Skills: Good knowledge of Physics/Optics, programming languages, and some experience in experiments. Candidates who have qualified NET/GATE in 2022 or after will be preferred.
Salary: Rs. 42,000 per month + HRA as per prevailing rates.
Age Limit: Maximum 35 Years as on the last date of application (25.07.2026).
Selection Procedure: Shortlisting based on CV and qualifications. Online Interview of shortlisted candidates. Document Verification.
Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates who wish to apply for the PRL Senior Research Fellow (SRF) Recruitment 2026 via email should follow the steps below.
- Read the Notification: Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Prepare Application: Prepare a detailed CV including:
- Academic grades starting from X standard onwards with details of the year of passing, university/institute.
- Work experience and nature of work, if applicable.
- Complete details of relevant certificates (NET/GATE/DST-INSPIRE, if any) including year of passing/validity and marks.
- Subject Line: Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email: "SRF for ARG ANRF".
- Send Email: Send the complete application to the official email address: [email protected].
- Deadline: Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 25-07-2026.
- Keep Copy: Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
Note: Incomplete applications will be rejected. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
📅 Important Dates
Published: 14th July 2026
Last Date for Receipt of Application: 25th July 2026
Official Notification: Download Official Notification (PDF)
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Read the Notification: Before applying, thoroughly read the official notification PDF available on the PRL website for complete details.
- Eligibility: Ensure you have a Master's degree in Natural Sciences with first division, a minimum of 2 years of R&D experience, and are within the age limit (max 35 years).
- Application Mode: The application process is via email to [email protected].
- CV Preparation: Prepare a detailed CV with academic grades from X standard onwards, work experience, and details of NET/GATE certificates (preference for 2022 or after).
- Subject Line: Clearly mention the post "SRF for ARG ANRF" in the subject line of your email.
- Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an online interview.
- Contractual Position: This is a project-based contractual position for one year, extendable up to two years based on performance.
- No TA/DA: No Travelling Allowance / Dearness Allowance will be paid for attending the interview.
- Deadline: Ensure your email application reaches by 25th July 2026.