IISER Pune Research Associate-I Recruitment 2026

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Pune (IISER Pune), an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, has released the Research Associate-I Recruitment 2026 under Advertisement No. 60/2026 for 1 vacancy. Candidates up to 35 years of age holding a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Material Science or related areas, including those who have submitted their thesis, are eligible to attend the walk-in interview. The selected Research Associate-I will support research work at IISER Pune. The selection process is a walk-in interview only, with no written examination. The salary for Research Associate-I 2026 is ₹58,000 per month plus 30% HRA. The IISER Pune Research Associate-I 2026 walk-in interview is scheduled for 07 August 2026. Candidates must carry original documents along with self-attested photocopies, ID proof and educational certificates. No application fee is mentioned in the official notification. Candidates must read the complete official IISER Pune 2026 notification PDF before attending.

• Ph.D. in Chemistry/Physics/Material Science or related areas; candidates who have submitted their thesis may also apply

• Maximum 35 years
• Relaxation commensurate with higher qualification/experience may be considered with prior approval

• Ph.D. in Chemistry/Physics/Material Science or related areas
• Candidates who have submitted their Ph.D. thesis may also apply
• Age up to 35 years, with possible relaxation for higher qualification/experience

• No application fee for any category

• Research Associate-I: ₹58,000 per month plus 30% HRA

1. Read the official IISER Pune notification carefully before attending the interview
2. Carry all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies — ID proof, educational certificates, experience certificates (if required) and category certificate (if applicable)
3. Bring the duly filled application form if required in the notification
4. Verify eligibility criteria before attending the interview
5. Reach the venue well in advance to complete registration formalities
6. Keep extra passport-size photographs ready for submission
7. Attend the walk-in interview on 07 August 2026