The Institute of Forest Biodiversity, an ICFRE institute based in Hyderabad, Telangana, is hiring for two project-based positions: Junior Research Fellow and Laboratory Assistant. The roles support research work under an AICRP project, involving microbiology and plant pathology laboratory activities, and selection is through a walk-in interview at the institute.
ICFRE IFB Recruitment 2026 - Junior Research Fellow and Laboratory Assistant Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026No.1-241/IFB/AICRP-JRF/JP/FA/2026-27/976
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
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Apply Mode
Walk-in
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview held on 14 Oct 2026
- Notification25 Sept
- Walk-in14 Oct
- Walk-in Held14 Oct
About ICFRE IFB Junior Research Fellow and Laboratory Assistant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Institute of Forest Biodiversity
- Advertisement No.
- No.1-241/IFB/AICRP-JRF/JP/FA/2026-27/976
- Post Name
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Laboratory Assistant (LA)
- Job Location
- Hyderabad, Telangana
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 28 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- National Eligibility Test - CSIR-UGC NET/LS, DBT-BET, ICAR-NET, GATE or equivalent national level examinations (Junior Research Fellow)
Vacancy Breakdown
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
1
Laboratory Assistant (LA)
1
Total2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 1 |
| Laboratory Assistant (LA) | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)1 post
- Qualification
- Master degree in Agriculture Microbiology, Plant Pathology, Agriculture/Microbiology/Life Sciences, National Eligibility Test - CSIR-UGC NET/LS, DBT-BET, ICAR-NET, GATE or equivalent national level examinations
- Desirable
- Experience in microbial cultures, handling microbiological equipment and molecular work
Laboratory Assistant (LA)1 post
- Qualification
- Bachelor degree in Agriculture, Microbiology or Life Sciences from a recognized university
- Desirable
- Experience in microbiology/plant pathology laboratories
Age Limit
Maximum 28 years
Age Relaxation
SC/ST/Women/Physically Handicapped get 5 years, OBC candidates get 3 years
Selection Process
- 1Walk-in Interview
Candidates attend the interview directly at the institute venue in Hyderabad.
- 2Verification of Original Documents
Original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies are verified.
Salary Structure
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Pay: Rs. 37,000/- per month + 27% HRA
Laboratory Assistant (LA)
Pay: Rs. 20,000/- per month + 27% HRA
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Rs. 37,000/- per month + 27% HRA |
| Laboratory Assistant (LA) | Rs. 20,000/- per month + 27% HRA |
How to Apply
- 1Read the official notification carefully before attending the interview.
- 2Report at the venue as per the reporting time mentioned in the notification.
- 3Carry all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies of ID proof, educational certificates, experience certificates and category certificate.
- 4Bring the duly filled application form if required in the notification.
- 5Verify the eligibility criteria before attending the interview.
- 6Reach the venue well in advance to complete registration formalities.
- 7Keep extra passport-size photographs for submission if required.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•ID proof
•Educational certificates
•Experience certificates
•Category certificate
•Self-attested photocopies
•Passport-size photographs
•Duly filled application form (if required)
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