MACS-Agharkar Research Institute, an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, has opened recruitment for the post of Project Administrative Assistant on a short-term contract basis at its Pune campus. The institute, known for research in biological sciences, is filling two posts through this drive. The role covers budget management, bill passing, accounts work, Hindi typing and general office administration, and selection will be through a walk-in-selection process.
ARI Pune Project Administrative Assistant Recruitment 2026
Posted 16 Oct 2026Updated 16 Oct 2026Rect.T/18/PAA/2026-27
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
30 Oct
12 days left
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Apply Now
Recruitment status
Applications open
Last date 30 Oct 2026 · 12 days left
- Notification16 Oct
- Applications Open16 Oct
About ARI Pune Project Administrative Assistant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Agharkar Research Institute
- Advertisement No.
- Rect.T/18/PAA/2026-27
- Post Name
- Project Administrative Assistant
- Job Location
- Pune, Maharashtra
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Applications are invited from Indian citizens)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 50 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 25,870/- fixed per month
- Tenure
- One year, extendable or curtailable with review
- Notice Period
- One month's notice by either side; may be waived at the discretion of the Director, ARI
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Administrative Assistant
2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Administrative Assistant | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Project Administrative Assistant
Essential: Graduate of a UGC recognized university or equivalent in any discipline. Desirable: Knowledge of Tally/Accounting Software/ERP/MS-CIT/Stores keeping etc. with experience of 1 year. English typing speed on a computer with 8000 key depressions per hour.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Administrative Assistant | Essential: Graduate of a UGC recognized university or equivalent in any discipline. Desirable: Knowledge of Tally/Accounting Software/ERP/MS-CIT/Stores keeping etc. with experience of 1 year. English typing speed on a computer with 8000 key depressions per hour. |
Age Limit
Not exceeding 50 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications
Application Fee
General / Other categories
Rs. 100
SC / ST / Women
Nil
Bank Details for Fee Payment
State Bank Collect (Educational Institutions → Category → Agharkar Research Institute-MACS → Payment Category → Other → Enter payment details); attach the receipt and quote the online receipt number in the application form
Selection Process
- 1Walk-in Interview
Candidates who apply online must appear for the walk-in selection at Agharkar Research Institute, Pune by 9:30 a.m. on 3 November 2026 with the application printout and original certificates; entry is not allowed after 9:30 a.m.
Salary Structure
Rs. 25,870/- fixed per month
How to Apply
- 1Visit the ARI recruitment portal and click Apply Online to open the applicant portal.
- 2Click the Register menu on the portal homepage, or scan the QR code, to sign up.
- 3Log in with the user ID and password sent by email after successful registration.
- 4Open the dashboard, find the Project Administrative Assistant opening and click Apply in its row.
- 5Upload the required documents in PDF format, each not exceeding 500 KB, including educational certificates in chronological order, date of birth proof, category certificate, non-creamy layer certificate for OBC candidates, experience certificates and NOC with vigilance certificate if applicable.
- 6Upload a recent colour photograph not exceeding 200 KB and 720 x 960 pixels.
- 7Pay the Rs. 100 application fee online through State Bank Collect and note the online receipt number in the form.
- 8Submit the online application and take a printout to carry, with self-attested copies of all documents, to the walk-in interview.
Reporting Venue
Agharkar Research Institute, G.G. Agarkar Road, Pune-411004
Reporting time: Up to 9:30 AM
Candidates must report at Agharkar Research Institute, G.G. Agarkar Road, Pune-411004 by 9:30 a.m. on 3 November 2026 with the printout of the online application, a recent passport-size photograph, original and copy of photo identity proof, all educational mark sheets and certificates and experience certificates. Entry is not allowed after 9:30 a.m. Mere online filling of the application is not sufficient; candidates must attend the walk-in selection with the printout and supporting documents.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Printout of online application form
•Recent passport size photograph
•Photo identity proof (Aadhar Card/Election Card/PAN Card/Passport/Driving License) original and copy
•All educational mark sheets and certificates
•Experience certificates
Important Details
- The post is purely temporary on a short term contract basis and does not confer any right, implicit or explicit, to appointment against any ARI or funding agency post.
- Only candidates who apply through the online portal will be considered for the interview, and mere online application is not sufficient; candidates must attend the walk-in selection with the application printout and original certificates.
- No travelling allowance, daily allowance or any other financial assistance is paid for attending the interview.
- Desirable qualifications may be relaxed at the discretion of the Competent Authority for deserving and exceptionally qualified candidates.
- The number of posts may vary and the Institute may cancel the recruitment without assigning any reason.
Job Description
- Assisting in managing budgets and expenditure, preparing UCs, funding management, bill passing, final accounts, TDS, GST etc.
- Hindi translation and typing work.
- Use of modern office equipment and updating knowledge of software used in sections and units such as administration, accounts, purchase and stores.
- Any other work entrusted by the superiors.
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