BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research (NIPGR), New Delhi, has 2 temporary Research Associate-I posts in two DBT-funded rice research projects. The pay is Rs. 58,000 per month plus 27% HRA. A Ph.D. in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology or a related field is required, or an M.Tech in Biotechnology/Bioinformatics with three years of research experience. You must send your application through the Google Form within 15 days of the advertisement dated 23 October 2026, which means by 7 November 2026.
BRIC-NIPGR Research Associate-I Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research, New Delhi |
| Post | Research Associate-I |
| Total vacancies | 2 |
| Pay | Rs. 58,000 per month + 27% HRA |
| How to apply | Online, through a Google Form (single PDF upload) |
| Notice date | 23.10.2026 |
| Last date | Within 15 days of the date of advertisement (07.11.2026) |
| Selection | Shortlisting and online interview |
| Website | nipgr.ac.in |
The official notification does not specify the age limit or the application fee.
About BRIC-NIPGR
The BRIC-National Institute of Plant Genome Research is based at Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, New Delhi. According to its letterhead, it is part of BRIC, a DBT organisation. These posts are in two Department of Biotechnology (DBT) projects on sheath blight disease in rice. The work is supervised by Dr. Gopaljee Jha, Scientist, BRIC-NIPGR.
BRIC-NIPGR Research Associate-I Vacancy Details 2026
| Project | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Antifungal peptide-based formulations for management of sheath blight disease in rice (DBT) | 1 | Rs. 58,000 per month + 27% HRA |
| Imparting sheath blight disease tolerance in rice through genome editing of susceptibility factor (DBT) | 1 | Rs. 58,000 per month + 27% HRA |
The emoluments are as sanctioned in the projects and follow DBT/DST norms. Reservation of posts will follow Government of India norms.
BRIC-NIPGR Research Associate-I Eligibility 2026
Essential Qualification
- A Ph.D. degree in Life Sciences/Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Microbiology or a related field. You must also meet the guidelines in DST Office Memorandum No. DST/PCPM/Z-06/2022 dated June 26, 2023.
- Under the same DST office memorandum, candidates with an M.Tech in Biotechnology/Bioinformatics can also apply if they have three years of research experience and a relevant research publication.
Desirable (Preferred)
Preference goes to candidates with relevant experience in molecular biology, genome editing, handling transgenic plants, plant-pathogen handling, formulations and protein biochemistry. This experience should be backed by publications in SCI journals: at least one first-author paper or two co-author papers, each with an impact factor above 3.
Check the official notification for the full eligibility conditions of the post before you apply.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of advertisement | 23.10.2026 |
| Last date to apply | Within 15 days of the date of advertisement (07.11.2026, counted from the notice date of 23.10.2026) |
| Online interview | Date and time emailed to shortlisted candidates |
Selection Process
- Applications are screened, and BRIC-NIPGR may raise the eligibility criteria for shortlisting if it receives many applications.
- Shortlisted candidates receive an email with the interview link and the date and time of the online interview.
- Ineligible candidates will not be shortlisted. BRIC-NIPGR will select candidates based on their qualifications and experience.
Service Conditions
- The positions are purely temporary and end when the projects end.
- The first appointment is for one year or until the project ends, whichever comes first.
- The tenure may be cut short based on the candidate's performance and at the discretion of the Competent Authority.
- Either side may end the appointment at any time by giving one month's notice.
- Appointees will have no claim, implicit or explicit, to any regular position at BRIC-NIPGR.
How to Apply for BRIC-NIPGR Research Associate-I Recruitment 2026
- Before you apply, make sure you meet the essential qualification.
- Write a cover letter saying you are interested in the post.
- Prepare your complete biodata and self-attested soft copies of your marksheets and certificates from Class X onwards, plus proof of your research experience and publications.
- Combine the application form, cover letter and all documents into a single PDF file.
- Fill in the BRIC-NIPGR application Google Form in the given format and upload the PDF within 15 days of 23 October 2026.
Only applications made through this Google Form are accepted. Applications that are incomplete, in the wrong format or sent any other way will be rejected, as will those without the supporting educational certificates. For questions, email the scientist in charge only, at [email protected].
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Apply online | BRIC-NIPGR application form |
| Official notification | official notification (PDF) |
| Vacancies page | NIPGR latest vacancies page |
| Contact email | [email protected] |