IndianOil R&D Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – DBT Project | ₹66,960/Month | Online Interview
IndianOil R&D Centre, Faridabad has invited applications for 2 purely temporary Research Associate positions under a Department of Biotechnology (DBT) sanctioned research project titled “Bio-chemical and technological innovations to develop high value ‘green’ chemicals from 2G lignin and improve biorefinery sustainability”.
This recruitment is suitable for candidates with a Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or Chemistry-related disciplines who have relevant research experience in lignin conversion, microbial fermentation, microbial bioprocessing or chemical catalysis.
📌 IndianOil Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
| Organization | IndianOil R&D Centre, Faridabad |
| Project Funding | Department of Biotechnology (DBT) |
| Project | Bio-chemical and technological innovations to develop high value ‘green’ chemicals from 2G lignin and improve biorefinery sustainability |
| Post | Research Associate |
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Monthly Emoluments | ₹66,960/month or as per DBT/DST sanctioned project grant |
| Job Location | Faridabad, Haryana |
| Interview | Online |
| Last Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Application Mode |
🔬 Vacancy 1: Research Associate – Microbiology/Biotechnology
Number of Posts: 1
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biochemistry or Biotechnology.
Preferred Research Background
Preference will be given to candidates having research experience during their Ph.D. or thereafter, including postdoctoral research, in areas such as:
- Biological conversion of lignin into high-value products
- Microbial fermentation
- Microbial bioprocessing
- Biological valorization of lignin
- Biorefinery-related biotechnology
Age Limit
The upper age limit is 40 years as on the last date of application.
🧪 Vacancy 2: Research Associate – Chemistry
Number of Posts: 1
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or Physical Chemistry.
Preferred Research Background
Preference will be given to candidates having research experience during their Ph.D. or thereafter in:
- Chemical catalysis of lignin
- Production of biofuels
- Production of biochemicals
- Production of bioproducts
- Lignin valorization and catalytic conversion
Age Limit
The upper age limit is 40 years as on the last date of application.
💰 Salary / Emoluments
Selected Research Associates will receive:
or as per the DBT/DST sanctioned research project grant available.
⏳ Duration of Appointment
The appointments are purely temporary and will be co-terminus with the project/scheme.
The initial appointment will be for one year or until the tenability of the project/scheme, whichever is earlier. The appointment may be curtailed or extended depending upon the candidate's performance and the decision of the Competent Authority.
The advertisement specifies an initial appointment up to 14 September 2027 or until the project remains tenable, whichever is earlier.
🎯 Age Relaxation
- SC/ST candidates: Up to 5 years relaxation
- Women candidates: Up to 5 years relaxation
- OBC candidates: Up to 3 years relaxation
Age relaxation will be applicable as per the terms mentioned in the recruitment advertisement.
💻 Interview Mode
The interview will be conducted online. Candidates do not need to travel to the interview venue for appearing in the interview.
No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
📩 How to Apply
Eligible and interested candidates should prepare a detailed CV mentioning their educational qualifications, Ph.D. details, research experience, publications and relevant project experience.
The CV should be sent by email to:
Last date for receipt of applications: 30 September 2026
📄 Official Notification
For complete eligibility conditions, project details and other terms, candidates should carefully read the official notification before applying.
📥 Download Official Notification PDF
✅ Who Can Apply?
This opportunity is primarily relevant to candidates who already hold a Ph.D. in the specified disciplines and have research experience matching the project requirements.
For the biotechnology-related Research Associate position, candidates with expertise in microbial fermentation, microbial bioprocessing and biological lignin conversion are particularly relevant based on the stated preference criteria.
📌 Important Dates
| Advertisement | Research Associate Recruitment 2026 |
| Application Start | As per notification |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 September 2026 |
| Interview Mode | Online |
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