INST Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Institute of Nano Science and Technology; Mohali; On-site; INR 376,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali, Punjab, invites applications for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in a BRNS-funded project. The post offers Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA for an initial year, with age limit 28 years.

Walk-in interviews will be held on 16th and 17th November 2026 at INST, Mohali. Email applications to [e-mail] and present original documents at the interview. Essential qualifications include M.

Qualifications

• Essential Qualification: M. Sc Chemistry with a minimum of 55% marks and must have a valid CSIR/UGC NET or GATE qualification.
• Desirable Experience: Minimum 3 years of research experience in organic and inorganic material synthesis, characterization techniques and catalysis.
• Age Limit: Must not be over 28 years as on 16th November, 2026.

Education

M.Sc Chemistry

Job description

COMPANY NAME Institute of Nano Science and Technology

POST NAME Junior Research Fellow

QUALIFICATION M.Sc

VACANCY 1 Post

AGE LIMIT 28 Years (Max)

WALK-IN DATE 14-11-2026 - 16-11-2026

One Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position is open in a research project funded by the Board of Research in Nuclear Sciences (BRNS) at the Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali, an autonomous research institute of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. It carries a fellowship of Rs. 37,000/- (pm) + HRA (as funding agency guidelines), initially for one year. Candidates with M. Sc. Chemistry (minimum 55% marks) and a valid CSIR/UGC NET or GATE qualification should email the application form to [e-mail] tentatively by 14 November 2026 and attend the walk-in interview on 16 and 17 November 2026 at 10.00 a.m. at INST, Mohali.

INST Junior Research Fellow (JRF) at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST)

Advertisement No. 14(15)/2026-INST

Project Biomass derived agents to assist synergistic hydrogen and chemical production: Prototype Reactor Fabrication

Funding Agency Board of Research in Nuclear Sciences (BRNS)

Tenure Initially one year; may be extended

Post Name(s) Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Vacancies 01

Pay Rs. 37,000/- (pm) + HRA (as funding agency guidelines)

Age Limit Must not be over 28 years as on 16th November, 2026 (relaxable for certain reserved categories)

Job Location INST, Mohali, Punjab

Application Mode Email, followed by walk-in interview

Interview Date 16th and 17th November, 2026, 10.00 a.m.

The official notification does not mention an application fee.

About INST Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

The Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) is an autonomous research institute of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, located at Knowledge City, Sector-81, SAS Nagar, Mohali-140306, Punjab. The JRF will work in the BRNS-funded project "Biomass derived agents to assist synergistic hydrogen and chemical production: Prototype Reactor Fabrication". The Principal Investigator of the project is Dr. Kamalakannan Kailasam, Scientist-G.

Who Can Apply

Requirement

Details

Essential Qualification M. Sc. Chemistry with a minimum of 55% marks and must have a valid CSIR/ UGC NET or GATE qualification

Desirable Experience Minimum 3 year of research experience in organic and inorganic material synthesis, characterization techniques and catalysis

Age Limit Must not be over 28 years as on 16th November, 2026

Age Relaxation Relaxable for certain reserved categories as per rules of Government of India

The research experience is listed as desirable, not essential. The notice does not list the categories or the years of relaxation; it refers to the rules of the Government of India. Candidates should check the official notification for the full eligibility conditions of the post.

Pay and Tenure

• Fellowship: Rs. 37,000/- (pm), with HRA paid in addition as per the funding agency guidelines.
• Duration: initially for a period of one year, and it may be extended based on the performance of the candidate and the availability of funds.
• The position is purely temporary and on contractual basis.
• The position is co-terminus with the project.

Selection and Interview

Selection is through a walk-in interview held on 16th and 17th November, 2026. The reporting time is 10.00 a.m. and the venue is INST, Mohali. At the time of interview, candidates must present the original documents of age proof, certificates, degrees, mark sheets and other testimonials along with self-attested photocopies of these documents. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Event

Date

Date of notice 30/10/2026

Email application form with documents (tentatively by) 14.11.2026

Walk-in interview 16th and 17th November, 2026, 10.00 a.m.

• The candidate selected for this position can also apply for the regular PhD program of INST, provided they satisfy its eligibility criteria.
• For any query, candidates can contact Prof. Kamalakannan Kailasam, Scientist-G, Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Knowledge City, Sector-81, Mohali-140306, Punjab; Email: [e-mail] ; Ph No.: [phone].
• The notice is printed in Hindi and English; in case of any discrepancy, the English version of the advertisement may be treated as final.

INST JRF Official Notification PDF Advertisement No. 14(15)/2026-INST dated 30/10/2026

INST Official Website Institute of Nano Science and Technology careers page

INST Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are there in INST Recruitment 2026 for JRF?

There is 01 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in the BRNS-funded project at INST, Mohali.

Q2. What is the last date to email the INST JRF application?

The application form with documents should be emailed to [e-mail] tentatively by 14 November 2026.

Q3. When and where is the INST JRF walk-in interview?

The walk-in interview is on 16th and 17th November, 2026, with reporting at 10.00 a.m. at INST, Mohali.

Q4. What qualification is required for the INST JRF post?

M. Sc. Chemistry with a minimum of 55% marks and a valid CSIR/UGC NET or GATE qualification. Research experience of minimum 3 year in organic and inorganic material synthesis, characterization techniques and catalysis is desirable.

Q5. What is the age limit for the INST JRF post?

The candidate must not be over 28 years as on 16th November, 2026, relaxable for certain reserved categories as per rules of Government of India.

Q6. What is the salary of the INST JRF?

The fellowship is Rs. 37,000/- (pm) + HRA (as funding agency guidelines).

Q7. Is HRA paid on top of the INST JRF fellowship?

Yes. HRA is paid in addition to the Rs. 37,000/- (pm) fellowship, as per the funding agency guidelines.

Q8. Is the INST JRF post permanent?

No. The position is purely temporary, on contractual basis and co-terminus with the project; it is initially for one year and may be extended based on performance and availability of funds.

Q9. Will TA/DA be paid for attending the INST JRF interview?

No. The notice states that no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Q10. Can the selected INST JRF join a PhD programme?

Yes. The selected candidate can also apply for the regular PhD program of INST, provided they satisfy its eligibility criteria.