UAS Dharwad Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Walkin

University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad; Dharwad District; On-site; INR 346,000 - 402,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad invites applications for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the Department of Biotechnology, College of Agriculture, Dharwad. The recruitment is via walk-in interview on 20 November 2026, with pay of Rs. 31,000 plus 16% HRA.

Eligibility includes M.Sc. in relevant agronomy/biotech fields and CSIR-UGC-NET or ICAR/National level exam qualifications. Venue and exact posting details are provided in the notification.

Qualifications

• M.Sc. (Agri.) in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology is required.
• If no such candidate is available, M.Sc. (Agri) in Plant Pathology / Agri. Microbiology / Genetics and Plant Breeding / Agricultural Entomology with strong background in molecular techniques is considered.
• CSIR-UGC-NET or selection through ICAR / national level examination (DST/DBT/UGC/ICAR/GATE/IIT, etc.) is also required.

Education

M.Sc. (Agri.) in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology

M.Sc. (Agri) in Plant Pathology / Agri. Microbiology / Genetics and Plant Breeding / Agricultural Entomology with strong background in molecular techniques

Job description

COMPANY NAME University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad

University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad (UAS Dharwad), Karnataka, has invited applications for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under Advt No. BT/823/2026-27. Selection is through a walk-in interview on 20 November 2026.

The post is for Department of Biotechnology, College of Agriculture, Dharwad. Qualification required: M.Sc. (Agri.) in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology. If no such candidate is available, M.Sc. (Agri) in Plant Pathology / Agri. Microbiology / Genetics and Plant Breeding / Agricultural Entomology with strong background in molecular techniques is considered. CSIR-UGC-NET or selection through ICAR / national level examination (DST/DBT/UGC/ICAR/GATE/IIT, etc.) is also required. The pay is Rs. 31,000 + 16% HRA. Selection is by walk-in interview. Eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.

UAS Dharwad Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue

Walk-in Date 20 November 2026

Reporting Time 11:00 AM

The venue is given in the official notification (see the link below).

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• Walk-in date: 20 November 2026, reporting at 11:00 AM
• Pay: Rs. 31,000 + 16% HRA
• Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
• Age limit: Maximum 40 years
• Place: Department of Biotechnology, College of Agriculture, Dharwad

UAS Dharwad Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 - Overview

Organisation University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad (UAS Dharwad), Karnataka

Post Name Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

No of Posts 1

Advt No BT/823/2026-27

Job Type Temporary, Project-based

Pay Rs. 31,000 + 16% HRA

Place of Posting Department of Biotechnology, College of Agriculture, Dharwad

Qualification M.Sc. (Agri.) in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology. If no such candidate is available, M.Sc. (Agri) in Plant Pathology / Agri. Microbiology / Genetics and Plant Breeding / Agricultural Entomology with strong background in molecular techniques is considered. CSIR-UGC-NET or selection through ICAR / national level examination (DST/DBT/UGC/ICAR/GATE/IIT, etc.) is also required.

Age Limit Maximum 40 years

Apply Mode Walk-in

Walk-in Date 20 November 2026

Reporting Time 11:00 AM

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

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Advt No. BT/823/2026-27 gives the full conditions for the post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.

• Qualification: M.Sc. (Agri.) in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology; In case of non-availability of candidates: M.Sc. (Agri) in Plant Pathology / Agri. Microbiology / Genetics and Plant Breeding / Agricultural Entomology with strong background in molecular techniques; CSIR-UGC-NET or selected through ICAR/National level examination conducted by the Central Govt. Department and their Agencies and Institutions such as DST/DBT/UGC/ICAR/GATE/IIT, etc.
• Age limit: Maximum 40 years

Other conditions:

• Strong background in molecular techniques required for the alternative M.Sc. (Agri) subjects

Pay and Terms of Engagement

• Temporary engagement up to 31.03.2027 or till the end of the scheme, whichever is earlier
• Appointment may be terminated at any time without assigning any reason
• No claim to a permanent post in the University
• Undertaking on Rs. 100 stamp paper in Format TR-2 to be submitted before joining

Event

Date

Notice Date 2 November 2026

Walk-in Interview 20 November 2026

Project tenure up to 31 March 2027

How Will UAS Dharwad Select Candidates?

• Walk-in interview
• Interview on 20.11.2026

UAS Dharwad Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 - Important Links

This article is based on the official notification of University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad, Advertisement No. BT/823/2026-27, dated 2 November 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.

UAS Dharwad Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. When is the walk-in interview for UAS Dharwad Recruitment 2026?

The walk-in interview is on 20 November 2026, and candidates report at 11:00 AM.

Q2. How many vacancies are there in UAS Dharwad Recruitment 2026?

There is 1 vacancy for Junior Research Fellow (JRF).

Q3. How do I apply for UAS Dharwad Recruitment 2026?

Attend the walk-in interview on 20 November 2026 at 11:00 AM. The steps and the documents to bring are under How to Apply above.

Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

The maximum age is 40 years.

Q5. What is the salary for this recruitment?

Rs. 31,000 + 16% HRA.

Q6. What qualification is needed for this recruitment?

M.Sc. (Agri.) in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology. If no such candidate is available, M.Sc. (Agri) in Plant Pathology / Agri. Microbiology / Genetics and Plant Breeding / Agricultural Entomology with strong background in molecular techniques is considered. CSIR-UGC-NET or selection through ICAR / national level examination (DST/DBT/UGC/ICAR/GATE/IIT, etc.) is also required.

Q7. Are there other conditions for this recruitment besides qualification and age?

Yes. Strong background in molecular techniques required for the alternative M.Sc. (Agri) subjects.

Q8. How will candidates be selected for this recruitment?

Walk-in interview. Interview on 20.11.2026.

Q9. What are the terms of engagement for this recruitment?

Temporary engagement up to 31.03.2027 or till the end of the scheme, whichever is earlier. Appointment may be terminated at any time without assigning any reason. No claim to a permanent post in the University.

Q10. Where is the posting for this recruitment?

Department of Biotechnology, College of Agriculture, Dharwad.

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