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Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Walk-in Interview at Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali
The Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Mohali, invites candidates for one Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under a BRNS-funded research project. For the INST Mohali JRF recruitment, walk-in interviews are scheduled for 16 and 17 November 2026. The essential qualification is M.Sc. Chemistry.
INST Mohali JRF Job Details
Organization: Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST)
Name of the position available: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Number of positions available: 01
Location: Knowledge City, Sector-81, SAS Nagar, Mohali-140306, Punjab
Fellowship: Rs. 37,000/- (pm) + HRA (as funding agency guidelines)
Duration: Initially for a period of one year and may be extended based on performance of the candidate and availability of funds.
Date of notification: 30 October 2026
Notification number: 14 (15)/2026-INST
Project Details
Funding body: Board of Research in Nuclear Sciences (BRNS)
Title of the Research Project: Biomass derived agents to assist synergistic hydrogen and chemical production: Prototype Reactor Fabrication
Principal Investigator: Dr. Kamalakannan Kailasam, Scientist-G
Job Description
For the INST Mohali JRF opportunity, highly motivated and bright candidates are invited for walk-in interview for engagement of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) in the research project funded by Board of Research in Nuclear Sciences (BRNS).
INST Mohali JRF Eligibility Criteria
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 16 November 2026, which is relaxable for certain reserved categories as per rules of Government of India.
Salary
Fellowship: Rs. 37,000/- (pm) + HRA (as funding agency guidelines)
Walk-in Details
Date of walk-in interview: 16 and 17 November 2026
Reporting time and venue: 10.00 a.m., at INST, Mohali
Date of interview and reporting time: 16 and 17 November 2026 at 10.00 a.m., at INST, Mohali
Documents Required
- Application form in the prescribed format available at https://www.inst.ac.in/careers
- Age proof, certificates, degrees, mark sheets and other testimonials (copies to be emailed in advance)
- Original documents of age proof/certificates/degrees/mark sheets and other testimonials, along with self-attested photocopies of these documents, must be presented at the time of interview.
How to Apply for the INST Mohali JRF
Before the walk-in interview, candidates should email the application form in prescribed format available at https://www.inst.ac.in/careers with the copy of documents of age proof/certificates/degrees/mark sheets and other testimonials to [email protected] tentatively by 14 November 2026.
Additional Information
- The position is purely temporary and on contractual basis.
- The position is co-terminus with the project.
- Candidate selected for this position can also apply for the regular PhD program of INST provided they satisfy eligibility criteria.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Contact Details
Contact person: Prof. Kamalakannan Kailasam, Scientist-G, Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), Knowledge City, Sector-81, Mohali-140306, Punjab
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91-172-2297046
About Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST)
An Autonomous Research Institute of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India.
CLICK HERE FOR THE ORIGINAL NOTIFICATION / APPLY ONLINE
To apply for the INST Mohali JRF, email the application form and documents to [email protected] by 14 November 2026, and attend the walk-in interview at INST, Mohali, on 16 and 17 November 2026.