
The Central University of Kashmir has released an official notification inviting applications from eligible candidates for the post of Junior Project Associate-I in the Department of Botany. The position is offered under an ANRF (DST) sponsored research project titled “Alarm Photosynthesis in the climate-resilient Rheum tibeticum: Elucidating the potential role of calcium oxalate as a source of carbon dioxide”.
This recruitment is for one position and the appointment will be purely on a contractual basis. The engagement will initially be for three years, subject to annual renewal based on satisfactory performance. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria must submit their applications before the closing date.
Candidates must submit the completed application form along with self-attested supporting documents by hand or through post on or before 19 March 2026.
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about the recruitment process, important dates, eligibility, and application procedure.
| Organisation | Central University of Kashmir |
| Department | Department of Botany, School of Life Sciences |
| Post Name | Junior Project Associate-I |
| No. of Posts | 01 |
| Project Sponsor | ANRF (DST) |
| Type | Contractual (Project Based) |
| Job Location | Science Campus, Nunar, Ganderbal, Jammu and Kashmir |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting and Interview |
Below is the table for the important dates related to the recruitment process.
| Notification Date | 09 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 19 March 2026 |
| Interview Date | To be notified separately |
Applications are invited for the following research position under the ANRF (DST) sponsored project.
| Post Name | Total Posts | Stipend |
| Junior Project Associate-I | 01 | Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA (10%) for NET/GATE qualified candidates Rs. 30,000 per month + HRA (10%) for Non-NET candidates |
Candidates must ensure that they meet the required qualification before applying for the post.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Desirable Qualifications |
| Junior Project Associate-I | M.Sc. in Botany with at least 55 percent marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university. | Qualified CSIR-UGC NET exam or equivalent. Good knowledge of plant stress physiology, experience in microscopy, familiarity with tissue culture of medicinal plants and techniques of gene expression analysis. |
The appointment will be purely temporary and contractual. The selected candidate will have no claim for a regular appointment in the university.
The engagement may be terminated by the university at any time by giving one week notice. Any corrigendum related to this advertisement will be uploaded only on the official university website.
No TA or DA will be provided for attending the interview or at the time of joining the post. The interview date for shortlisted candidates will be announced separately.
Candidates should note that canvassing in any form will not be entertained.
Eligible candidates must submit the application in the prescribed format along with self-attested supporting documents.
The completed application form should be submitted either by hand or through post to the office of the undersigned before the last date. Applications must reach the office on or before 19 March 2026.
Candidates may also contact the department for queries during official hours through the email or phone number mentioned in the notification.
Official Website: www.cukashmir.ac.in
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