ARI Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Agharkar Research Institute (ARI), Pune, an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology, has released the Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. ADVT/RecT/RGSTC/11/SP-364(8)/2026-27 for 1 contractual vacancy. Selected candidates require a First Class M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or M.Pharma, along with a valid GATE, GPAT, CSIR-NET, or equivalent qualification. Experience handling instruments such as HPLC, HPTLC, or spectrophotometer, and Herbarium preparation, is desirable. The Junior Research Fellow post carries a salary of Rs. 37,000 per month plus HRA, with selection through an Online Interview. The ARI Junior Research Fellow 2026 online application opened on 24 July 2026 and is available at aripune.res.in. The last date to apply online is 10 August 2026. Application fee is Rs. 100 for General/OBC candidates, with SC/ST and Women candidates exempted. Candidates should read the complete official notification PDF before applying.

• First Class M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry/Biochemistry or M.Pharma
• Must be qualified in GATE/GPAT/CSIR-NET or equivalent examination
• Desirable: 1 year experience handling HPLC, HPTLC, spectrophotometer, and Herbarium preparation

• Maximum 35 years, relaxation for OBC/SC/ST as per Government of India rules

• First Class M.Sc. Analytical Chemistry/Biochemistry or M.Pharma
• GATE/GPAT/CSIR-NET or equivalent qualification
• Maximum age 35 years

• General/OBC: Rs. 100
• SC/ST/Women: Nil

• Rs. 37,000 per month plus HRA

1. Visit aripune.res.in — official website of Agharkar Research Institute
2. Read the official notification PDF carefully
3. Locate the online application link for Junior Research Fellow
4. Fill the application form with personal, educational, and qualification details
5. Upload required documents including photograph, signature, and certificates
6. Pay the application fee of Rs. 100 online (General/OBC); SC/ST/Women exempted
7. Review all filled details carefully before final submission
8. Submit the online application on or before 10 August 2026
9. Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference
10. Await communication regarding the online interview schedule