Central Agricultural University (CAU), Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh invites online applications for engagement of one Project Associate-I on a purely temporary, contractual and co-terminus basis under the National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB)-funded project titled “Conservation and Sustainable Production of Elite Genotypes of Berberis aristata DC. (Daruharidra) through Tissue Culture”. This project is implemented by the Department of Basic Sciences and Humanities, College of Horticulture & Forestry, CAU.
Eligibility
| Post | Number of Posts | Essential Qualification | Desirable Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | 1 | M.Sc. in Agriculture Biotechnology/Molecular Biology and Biotechnology/Plant Biotechnology/Life Sciences | Experience in Plant Tissue Culture | The upper age limit is 35 years (relaxation as per Government of India norms) |
Pay Scale
Rs. 31,000 per month + HRA for candidates qualified with CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET including Lectureship/Assistant Professorship or GATE.
OR
Rs. 25,000 per month + HRA for candidates who do not fall under the above category.
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to submit application and documents | 16 November 2026 |
Selection Process
- Selection will be based on academic performance, experience and performance in the interview.
- The date and time of the interview will be communicated separately to shortlisted candidates via email.
How to Apply
- Interested candidates must send duly filled application forms along with all relevant documents to the emails siddharthasingh786@gmail.com or drnarayanprakash@cau.ac.in on or before 16 November 2026.
- Bring the filled application form in the prescribed proforma along with self-attested photocopies and original certificates at the time of the interview.
- Candidates currently employed must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Additional Information
- The position is purely temporary, contractual and co-terminus with the project.
- Initial engagement will be for one year, extendable based on performance and project requirements.
- Selected candidates have no claim for regular appointment or absorption in CAU.
- Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Women candidates will be as per Government of India norms.
- The Competent Authority reserves the right to cancel/postpone the interview or change the number of posts without assigning any reason.
Contact
Emails for application submission: siddharthasingh786@gmail.com, drnarayanprakash@cau.ac.in
Posts, eligibility and pay
| Post | Vacancies | Essential qualification | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (PAT-I) | 1 | M.Sc. in Agriculture Biotechnology/Molecular Biology and Biotechnology/Plant Biotechnology/Life Sciences; Experience in Plant Tissue Culture desirable | Rs. 31,000/- per month + HRA for CSIR-UGC/ICAR/ICMR NET qualified candidates; Rs. 25,000/- plus HRA for others |
| Total | 1 post |
