CURAJ JRF Recruitment 2026 | ₹37,000 + HRA | M.Sc Biotechnology | ANRF-PMECRG Project

CURAJ JRF Recruitment 2026

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | ANRF-PMECRG Project | ₹37,000 + HRA

Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ), Department of Microbiology, School of Life Sciences, has invited applications for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) Prime Minister's Early Career Research Grant (PMECRG) project.

🏛️ Organization Details

Organization	Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ)
Department	Department of Microbiology, School of Life Sciences
Post	Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
No. of Posts	01
Funding Agency	ANRF
Project Scheme	Prime Minister's Early Career Research Grant (PMECRG)
Project Sanction No.	ANRF/ECRG/2025/004680/LS
Location	Bandarsindri, Kishangarh, Ajmer, Rajasthan

🔬 Research Project

Development of an Indigenous Engineered Escherichia coli Chassis for High-Yield Production of Electrically Conductive Protein Nanowires for Bioelectronics and Energy Applications

The selected JRF will work on an interdisciplinary research project involving engineered Escherichia coli, protein nanowires, molecular biology, recombinant DNA technology, microbial genetics, protein expression and purification, electrochemistry, biosensors and bioelectronics.

⭐ Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

₹37,000 + HRA / Month

01 Vacancy | M.Sc/M.Tech Eligible | NET/GATE/DBT-BET/ICMR-JRF

🎓 Essential Qualification

Candidates must possess a Master's degree (M.Sc.) in any of the following or relevant branches of Biological Sciences:

• Microbiology
• Biotechnology
• Molecular Biology
• Biochemistry
• Life Sciences
• Other relevant branches of Biological Sciences

Candidates with an M.Tech. degree in Biotechnology or related discipline are also eligible.

Minimum academic requirement: 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale OR 60% marks where CGPA is not awarded.

National Eligibility Requirement

The candidate must have qualified one of the following examinations recognized by ANRF:

• CSIR-UGC NET
• GATE
• DBT-BET
• ICMR-JRF
• Any other National Eligibility Test recognized by ANRF

🧪 Desirable Skills & Research Experience

Candidates having hands-on laboratory experience in the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply:

• Molecular Biology
• Microbial Genetics
• Recombinant DNA Technology
• Escherichia coli cultivation
• Protein Expression
• Protein Purification
• Microbiology
• Electrochemistry
• Biosensors
• Bioelectronics

Research Experience Advantage:

Relevant research experience supported by publications in peer-reviewed international journals will be considered an added advantage.

⭐ M.Sc Biotechnology Candidates

M.Sc Biotechnology candidates are explicitly eligible for this JRF position, provided they satisfy the minimum marks/CGPA requirement and possess a valid qualification such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, DBT-BET, ICMR-JRF or another ANRF-recognized national eligibility examination.

💰 Fellowship / Salary

Year	Fellowship
1st Year	₹37,000 + HRA
2nd Year	₹37,000 + HRA
3rd Year	₹42,000 + HRA*

*Subject to satisfactory performance and upgradation to Senior Research Fellow (SRF) as per applicable ANRF norms.

📅 Duration of Fellowship

• Initially for one year.
• Extendable on a yearly basis.
• Maximum duration: three years.
• Extension depends on satisfactory performance.
• Extension is subject to availability of funds and project requirements.
• The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.

📩 How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their application along with complete information and supporting documents to the Principal Investigator through email.

Email: jayesh.sonawane@curaj.ac.in

Email Subject:

Application for JRF under ANRF-PMECRG Project

All documents should be combined and sent as a single PDF document.

Application should be submitted within 21 days from the date of advertisement.

📄 OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION 🔗 APPLICATION FORM

📂 Documents Required

Applicants should attach self-attested scanned copies of:

• Educational certificates
• Mark sheets
• Degree certificates
• CSIR-UGC NET / GATE / DBT-BET / ICMR-JRF qualification certificate
• Experience certificates, if any
• Other relevant documents
• Latest Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Brief Expression of Interest (EOI)

All documents should be compiled and submitted as a single PDF file.

👨‍🔬 Principal Investigator

Dr. Jayesh M. Sonawane

Assistant Professor

Department of Microbiology

Central University of Rajasthan

Bandarsindri, Kishangarh–305817

Ajmer, Rajasthan, India

Email: jayesh.sonawane@curaj.ac.in

📝 Application Form Details

The prescribed application form requires the following information:

1. Name of Applicant
2. Father's Name
3. Date of Birth
4. Telephone/Mobile Number
5. Address for Communication
6. Email ID
7. Educational Qualifications
8. Total Research/Work Experience
9. Details of Experience
10. Publications
11. Patents, if any
12. Workshops/Training Programmes
13. Other Qualifications/Certified Courses/Achievements

Applicants must provide correct information and attach supporting documents as specified in the application form.

🏆 Selection Procedure

• Applications may be screened if a large number of applications are received.
• Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed through Email/Mobile.
• No separate interview letter will be issued.
• Shortlisted candidates must appear for the interview with original certificates/documents.
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
• Calling a candidate for an interview does not guarantee selection.
• The selection committee reserves the right not to select any candidate if suitable candidates are not found.
• The committee may also offer a lower post if candidates are not found suitable for the advertised post.

⚠️ Important Instructions

1. The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
2. Appointment is initially for one year.
3. Extension is subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funds.
4. The maximum duration is three years.
5. The project team may introduce screening criteria if applications are received in large numbers.
6. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
7. Original documents must be produced at the time of interview.
8. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
9. No correspondence regarding shortlisting/non-shortlisting or selection/non-selection will be entertained.

📌 Quick Summary

Organization	Central University of Rajasthan
Department	Department of Microbiology
Post	Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Vacancy	01
Qualification	M.Sc / M.Tech in relevant Biological Sciences
Minimum Marks	6.5 CGPA / 60%
Eligibility Test	CSIR-NET / GATE / DBT-BET / ICMR-JRF / ANRF recognized NET
Fellowship	₹37,000 + HRA
3rd Year	₹42,000 + HRA after SRF upgradation
Duration	Up to 3 Years
Application Mode	Email
Application Email	jayesh.sonawane@curaj.ac.in
Last Date	Within 21 days from advertisement
Location	CURAJ, Ajmer, Rajasthan

🚀 Apply for CURAJ JRF Recruitment 2026

If you have an M.Sc Biotechnology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences degree along with a valid national-level eligibility qualification, check the official notification and apply within the prescribed deadline.

📄 VIEW OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION

Disclaimer: This recruitment post is prepared from the advertisement details provided by the Central University of Rajasthan. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully for complete eligibility criteria, application requirements, selection procedure and other terms before applying.

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