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Verified Notification Data
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Total Vacancies
1 Post
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Salary / Remuneration
1
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Selection / Apply Mode
Online Portal
Closing Date
22 October 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization Tata Institute of Fundamental Research 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. TataInstituteofFundamentalResearch/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count 1 (1 Post)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode 1 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 22 October 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
specified in the notification, with the subject line clearly indicating the post applied for. They must attach self-attested copies of the following documents:
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification TIFR Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Quick FactsRecruiting Body: Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)Advertisement No: 2026/27Total Vacancies: 1Post Name: Research AssistantEmployment Nature: Contractual (Temporary)Application Mode: Online (via Email)Last Date to Apply: 22 October 2026Official Website: https://www.tifr.res.inPost-Wise Vacancy & Pay ScalePost DesignationVacanciesA... 🌐 Authority Official Website www.tifr.res.in ↗
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Candidates must verify and arrange the following documents in chronological order prior to submitting their application:

Bio-data / Proforma: Duly completed, signed application form (per notification format).
Original Certificates: 10th / Matriculation (DOB proof), Essential Degrees & Marksheets.
Self-Attested Photocopies: Two complete sets of photocopies of all relevant testimonials.
Passport Photographs: 2 to 4 recent passport-size colour photographs (same as bio-data).
Valid Photo ID Proof: Original Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport, or PAN Card.
Experience & NOC: Experience certificates and "No Objection Certificate" if currently employed.

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In the event of a disproportionately high candidate turnout for the selection process, the competent committee reserves the discretionary right to conduct an objective preliminary written / screening test to shortlist candidates before calling them for personal interview.

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TIFR Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Quick Facts

  • Recruiting Body: Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)
  • Advertisement No: 2026/27
  • Total Vacancies: 1
  • Post Name: Research Assistant
  • Employment Nature: Contractual (Temporary)
  • Application Mode: Online (via Email)
  • Last Date to Apply: 22 October 2026
  • Official Website: https://www.tifr.res.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Post DesignationVacanciesAge Limit (Max)Monthly Remuneration (INR)
Research Assistant125 Years30,000

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

  • For Research Assistant:
    • Essential: Full-Time Science Graduate from a recognized University/Institute with an aggregate of 60% marks in Physics and/or Electronics.
    • OR Full-time Diploma in any of the following streams from a recognized institute with 60% aggregate marks: Electronics Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication, Electronics and Telecommunication, Electronics & Telecommunication & Computer Science (DETCS).
    • Desirable: Knowledge of personal computers and their applications.
  • Experience: Freshers as well as candidates with experience in handling electronics (digital/analog), power supply, and control circuits are eligible.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

The selection for the post of Research Assistant will be based on a Personal Interview. Candidates shortlisted based on their application bio-data will be called for an interview. No Travel Allowance (TA) or Dearness Allowance (DA) will be paid to candidates for attending the interview.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

Candidates must send their application as a PDF via email to the address specified in the notification, with the subject line clearly indicating the post applied for. They must attach self-attested copies of the following documents:

  • Complete Bio-data with personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
  • Self-attested copies of all educational certificates and mark sheets.
  • Experience certificates (if any).
  • Valid Photo ID proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/PAN).
  • Recent passport-size photographs.

Ensure the email is sent before the last date of 22 October 2026. Keep a copy of the sent email for your records.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for the TIFR Research Assistant post?

The last date for receipt of applications via email is 22 October 2026.

2. What is the application fee for this recruitment?

There is no application fee for this contractual post at TIFR.

3. Is this a permanent government job?

No, this is a contractual/project-based position (temporary) at TIFR. It does not confer the benefits of a permanent central/state government cadre job.

4. How is the selection conducted?

Selection will be done through a Personal Interview of shortlisted candidates. No TA/DA is paid for interview travel.

5. What is the salary for the Research Assistant role?

The selected candidate will receive a fixed monthly remuneration of Rs. 30,000.

Download the official TIFR Research Assistant 2026 Notification PDF for complete details.