NII Research Associate-I/SRF Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post, Apply by 22 Aug (Delhi)

National Institute of Immunology (NII), an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, has released Research Associate-I/SRF (Project) Recruitment 2026 for 1 post. This central government research job in Delhi is open to candidates holding a PhD in Biological Science with molecular genetics training, or an M.Sc./M.Tech. in Life Sciences with 2 years' research experience and a cleared NET/GATE. The selected candidate will support molecular genetics research on the ANRF-funded project at NII. Selection is entirely through an online interview, with the level of engagement — Research Associate-I or SRF — determined by the candidate's qualification and experience. The post carries a monthly salary of ₹58,000 plus 30% HRA for Research Associate-I, or ₹42,000 plus 30% HRA for SRF. Applications for the NII Research Associate-I/SRF 2026 position must be sent by email as per the official notification. The last date to apply is 22 August 2026, with the online interview scheduled for 27 August 2026. Candidates must read the complete official NII 2026 notification PDF before applying to confirm exact eligibility and submission requirements.

• Research Associate-I: PhD in any branch of Biological Science with adequate training in molecular genetics
• SRF: M.Sc./M.Tech. in any area of Life Sciences with a good academic record, minimum 2 years' laboratory research experience in molecular genetics, and a cleared National Level Eligibility Test (NET/GATE or equivalent)

• RA-I: PhD in Biological Science with molecular genetics training
• SRF: M.Sc./M.Tech. in Life Sciences with 2 years' research experience in molecular genetics, plus cleared NET/GATE
• No application fee for any category

• Research Associate-I: ₹58,000 per month + 30% HRA
• SRF: ₹42,000 per month + 30% HRA

1. Read the official NII Research Associate-I/SRF 2026 notification carefully before applying
2. Prepare a complete bio-data with personal details, educational qualifications, and research experience
3. Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and a recent passport-size photograph
4. Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email
5. Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification
6. Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 22 August 2026
7. Attend the online interview on 27 August 2026 if shortlisted