MGU Project Associate 1 Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

Mahatma Gandhi University; Kottayam; On-site; INR 254,000 - 304,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) invites applications for a temporary vacancy of Project Associate 1 in the School of Chemical Sciences at Kottayam, Kerala.

The position offers a consolidated amount of Rs. 25,000 per month for an initial 1-year tenure, coterminous with the PI's Ramanujan Fellowship, with renewal based on performance and funds. Qualifications include MSc in Chemistry (60%), with NET/GATE preference; apply by 31 October 2026 via [e-mail].

Qualifications

• M.Sc. in Chemistry with a minimum of 60% marks.
• Preference given to NET/GATE qualified candidates.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laser spectroscopy experiments to investigate photophysical properties of organic molecules and materials.
• Sample preparation, spectroscopic data acquisition, analysis and interpretation.
• Small-scale synthesis and characterization of organic molecules.

Education

M.Sc. in Chemistry

Job description

Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) has notified 1 temporary vacancy for the Project Associate 1 post. The fellowship is initially for 1 year and will be renewed based on the candidate's performance and the availability of funds, and is coterminous with the PI's Ramanujan Fellowship. The position offers a consolidated amount of Rs. 25,000 per month, with candidates requiring an M.Sc. in Chemistry (minimum 60% marks) and preference given to those who have qualified with NET/GATE.

The last date to apply is 31 October 2026, and the selection process involves shortlisting based on qualifications and experience followed by an interview.

MGU Project Associate 1 at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU)

Department School of Chemical Sciences

Project Ramanujan Fellowship project (ANRF, Govt. of India)

Funding Agency ANRF, Govt. of India

Tenure Initially for 1 year (coterminous with the PI's Ramanujan Fellowship)

Post Name(s) Project Associate 1

Vacancies 1

Pay Consolidated amount of Rs. 25,000 per month

Age Limit Below 28 years

Application Fee Not stated in the notice

Job Location Kottayam, Kerala

Application Mode Email ([e-mail])

Last Date or Interview Date 31 October 2026 (last date of application)

Candidates must possess an M.Sc. in Chemistry with a minimum of 60% marks. Preference will be given to candidates who have qualified with NET/GATE. Additionally, candidates with prior research experience in steady-state or laser spectroscopy will be given preference. The age limit is below 28 years.

Job Description: The project will involve conducting laser spectroscopy experiments to investigate photophysical properties of organic molecules and materials along with sample preparation, spectroscopic data acquisition, analysis, and interpretation. It will also involve small-scale synthesis of organic molecules and their characterisation.

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Pay and Tenure

The selected candidate will receive a consolidated amount of Rs. 25,000 per month. The fellowship is initially for 1 year and will be renewed based on the candidate's performance and the availability of funds. The fellowship is coterminous with the PI's Ramanujan Fellowship.

Selection and Interview

Eligible candidates will be shortlisted based on qualifications and experience above the minimum prescribed in the advertisement. If the number of shortlisted candidates called for the interview is large, the selection committee may decide to restrict the number of candidates for the interview to a reasonable limit. The interview date and details will be informed to the shortlisted candidates via email.

Event

Date

Notification Date 12 October 2026

Last Date of Application 31 October 2026

Interview Date and Details To be informed to shortlisted candidates via email

MGU Project Associate 1 Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for MGU Project Associate 1 Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit applications by email is 31 October 2026.

Q2. What is the essential qualification required for this post?

Candidates must hold an M.Sc. in Chemistry with a minimum of 60% marks.

Q3. What is the upper age limit for applicants?

Applicants must be below 28 years of age.

Q4. What is the monthly fellowship amount?

The selected candidate will receive a consolidated fellowship amount of Rs. 25,000 per month.

Q5. How will candidates be selected for the interview?

Candidates will be shortlisted based on qualifications and experience. If the number of applicants is large, the selection committee may restrict the number of candidates called for the interview to a reasonable limit.