Are you passionate about agricultural research and innovation? Here’s a golden opportunity for eligible candidates! The College of Agriculture, Central Agricultural University (CAU), Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh, is inviting eligible candidates to apply for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under a research project funded by ANRF.

📌 Project Title:

"Enhancing popular rice varieties of Arunachal Pradesh for resistance against brown planthopper (BPH) and lodging, using advanced marker-assisted selection (MAS) techniques.”

📍 Job Overview:

  • Post: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

  • Number of Vacancy: 01

  • Location: College of Agriculture, CAU, Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh

  • Project Duration: 3 Years

  • Mode of Selection: Walk-in Interview

  • Last Date to Apply: 24th April 2025

  • Interview Date: 26th April 2025, 10:30 AM onwards

  • Venue: Conference Hall, College of Agriculture, CAU, Pasighat

💰 Salary / Emoluments:

  • 1st & 2nd Year: ₹37,000/- per month + HRA (as per ANRF norms)

  • 3rd Year onwards: ₹42,000/- per month + HRA

(Subject to NET qualification. Non-NET candidates will receive reduced emoluments.)

✅ Eligibility Criteria:

Essential Qualification:

  • M.Sc. in Agriculture or Allied Sciences

Desirable Qualifications:

  • M.Sc. / Ph.D. in Plant Breeding or Biotechnology

  • NET Qualified

  • Practical experience in conducting field experiments, performing SSR genotyping, and utilizing computer applications for data analysis and research.

Age Limit:

  • Upper Age Limit: 28 years

  • Age relaxation of up to 5 years is applicable for candidates belonging to SC/ST categories, persons with disabilities (PwD), and female applicants as per government norms.

📧 How to Apply:

  1. Prepare your CV and cover letter in the prescribed format.

  2. Email your application to Dr. Nancy Lego (PI) at:
    📩 legonancy183@gmail.com

  3. Kindly use the subject line “Application for ANRF Project” when submitting your email application.

  4. Deadline: Submit your application by 24th April 2025

  5. Contact for queries:
    📞 +91 7087290043 / +91 986344459

📝 Shortlisted candidates must bring printouts of their application along with original and self-attested copies of all supporting documents during the interview.

📄 Terms & Conditions:

  • The position is purely contractual.

  • No claim for regular appointment.

  • The initial appointment will be for a period of one year, which may be extended based on satisfactory performance.

  • No TA/DA 

  • Canvassing in any form will be lead to disqualification for reason 

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Who can apply for this JRF post?

Candidates with an M.Sc. in Agriculture or Allied Sciences are eligible. Preference is given to those with specialization in Plant Breeding or Biotechnology and NET-qualified.

Q2. Is prior research experience necessary?

While not mandatory, experience in SSR genotyping, computer applications, and field experiments is desirable.

Q3. Can candidates from other states apply?

Yes, applications are welcome from eligible candidates across India.

Q4. What is the selection process?

A walk-in interview will be conducted on 26th April 2025 at the College of Agriculture, CAU, Pasighat.

Q5. Is there any application fee?

there will be no application fee required for this position.

📢 Why You Should Apply

This is a prestigious opportunity to contribute to an important agricultural project addressing pest and lodging resistance in rice crops—a vital concern for farmers in Arunachal Pradesh and beyond.

If you're looking to boost your research career in agriculture, don't miss this chance to work with CAU Imphal and make a real impact.

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