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SASTRA University JRF Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Salary & Offline Application Process

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Organization
Location / State
Total Vacancies
👥 01 Post
Last Date
⏰ 10 February 2026
⚡ Quick Highlights ↓ 📝 How to Apply ↓ 🏛️ Official Website (www.sastra.edu)

Recruitment Highlights & Key Fact-Sheet

Summary of official notification, eligibility criteria, vacancies, and key dates.

🏛️ Official Notification Summary
👥
Total Vacancies
01 Post
💰
Salary / Pay Scale
As per Govt Norms
📮
Application Mode
Email (Offline Process)
Last Date to Apply
10 February 2026
🏛️ Conducting Body SASTRA Deemed University 📑 Advt / Notification No. Refer Official Notification
💼 Post Name Junior Research Fellow (JRF) 📍 Job Location Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu
🎓 Qualification Refer Official Notification 🎂 Age Criteria Refer Notification
💵 Application Fee Refer Notification 🎯 Selection Method Merit / Written Test / Interview
🌐 Official Website www.sastra.edu ↗ 📄 Notification Document Available in notification details below
📮 Important Notice: Offline Application via Speed / Registered Post

Please Note: This recruitment is strictly processed via Offline Mode. There is no online registration link on any portal. Candidates must download the official notification & application format, fill it out, enclose self-attested copies of supporting documents, and dispatch the envelope through Speed Post or Registered Post before 10 February 2026.

📑 Candidate Enclosure Checklist (Self-Attested Copies)
✅ Duly filled & signed official application form
✅ Proof of Date of Birth (10th/Matriculation Certificate)
✅ Educational Degree & Marksheets (Graduation / Post Graduation)
✅ Experience & Relieving Certificates (Minimum required service)
✅ Last Pay Certificate (LPC) / Pension Payment Order (PPO) for retired officers
✅ Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter Card / PAN)

📋 Complete Notification Details

SASTRA University JRF Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Salary & Offline Application Process

SASTRA University JRF Recruitment 2026: Junior Research Fellow (Rock Analysis Project)

Recruitment Overview

SASTRA Deemed to be University, located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post. This recruitment is for a project funded by the Tamil Nadu State Council for Science and Technology (TNSCST), Chennai, focusing on rock characterization and analysis in the Dum Dum Parai area.

This is a Direct Recruitment/Project-Based position (not a competitive written examination). Selection is based on application screening followed by an interview. The selected candidate will work for a duration of 18 months and is expected to register for a Ph.D. degree program at SASTRA University.

Key Highlights

Organization NameSASTRA Deemed to be University, Thanjavur
Post NameJunior Research Fellow (JRF)
Total Vacancies01 (One)
Application ModeEmail (Offline Process)
Last Date to Apply10-02-2026
Official Websitehttps://www.sastra.edu/

Vacancy Details

Post NameProject TitleVacanciesSalaryAge Limit
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Rock Characterization & Analysis (Dum Dum Parai Area) 01 Rs. 20,000/- per month Maximum 30 years

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

  • Essential: M.Sc. in Geology / Applied Geology / Earth Science from a recognized university or institution.
  • Minimum Marks: 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.

2. Desirable Qualifications

  • Knowledge of GIS (Geographic Information System) and RS (Remote Sensing).
  • Experience in geotechnical analysis.
  • Familiarity with machine learning techniques.
  • Programming knowledge (Python, R, etc.).

3. Age Limit

  • Maximum Age: 30 years.
  • Age Calculation Date: Not explicitly specified in the notification. (Standard practice: Age is usually calculated as of the closing date of application, i.e., 10-02-2026, unless stated otherwise).

Selection Process

This is a merit-based recruitment process involving the following stages:

  1. Screening of Applications: Applications will be reviewed for eligibility and desirable qualifications.
  2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
    • Mode: Communication via Email/Phone for scheduling.
    • Location: SASTRA University, Thanjavur (likely).
  3. Document Verification: Verification of original certificates during the interview.
  4. Final Selection: Based on merit and interview performance.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

Candidates must apply via Email. Follow these steps carefully:

  1. Prepare Documents: Scan and organize the following:
    • Curriculum Vitae (CV) with complete academic and research details.
    • Copies of educational certificates and marksheets (B.Sc., M.Sc.).
    • Valid contact details (email and phone number).
  2. Compose Email: Open your email client (Gmail, Outlook, etc.).
  3. Subject Line: Enter exactly: "Application for JRF Position - Rock Analysis Project".
  4. Recipient Email: Send the application to [email protected].
  5. Attach Files: Attach the prepared PDF/Doc files.
  6. Send: Ensure the email is sent before 10-02-2026.

Important Dates

EventDate
Notification ReleaseAvailable Now
Last Date for Application Submission10-02-2026
Interview DateTo be announced (communicated via email)
Project Duration18 Months

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Terms & Conditions

  • The position is project-based and temporary for 18 months.
  • Selected candidates must register for a Ph.D. degree program at SASTRA Deemed University.
  • No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
  • The decision of the university regarding selection is final and binding.