The Central University of Rajasthan (CURAJ) has announced 1 contract vacancy for the posts of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and Project Associate-I in its Department of Chemistry. Interested candidates with requisite qualifications can apply by email on or before 30 November 2026.
Eligibility
Educational Qualification: M.Sc. in Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, or Organic Chemistry with minimum 55% marks or equivalent CGPA.
For JRF position: A valid NET-JRF, GATE, or NET qualification is mandatory.
Working experience in synthetic Organic/Inorganic Chemistry is desirable.
Age Limit: As per ANRF norms.
Pay Scale
Junior Research Fellow (JRF): Rs. 37,000 per month plus HRA.
Project Associate-I: Rs. 31,000 per month plus HRA.
Important Dates
Event
Date
Application last date
30 November 2026
Application Fee
The official notification does not specify any application fee.
Selection Process
Applications will be shortlisted and only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. The interview will be held at the Department of Chemistry at CURAJ campus, Ajmer. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview. Original educational certificates will be verified before appointment.
How to Apply
Prepare your CV and copies of educational certificates from 10th class onwards.
Address your application to the Principal Investigator, Dr. Chandrakanta Dash, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry.
Send your application by email to chandrakanta@curaj.ac.in.
Use the subject line: “Application for the position of JRF/Project Associate-I under ANRF-ARG Project”.
Submit your application on or before 30 November 2026.
Vacancy Breakdown
Post
Vacancies
Junior Research Fellow
1
Total
1 post
Non-teaching pay structure (7th CPC)
Standard 7th CPC pay matrix for non-teaching posts in Central Universities (reference)
Post
Group
Pay level
Basic pay
Registrar
Group A
Level 14
Rs.1,44,200
Deputy Registrar
Group A
Level 12
Rs.78,800
Assistant Registrar
Group A
Level 10
Rs.56,100
Section Officer
Group B
Level 7
Rs.44,900
Private Secretary
Group B
Level 7
Rs.44,900
Assistant
Group B
Level 6
Rs.35,400
UDC
Group C
Level 4
Rs.25,500
Stenographer
Group C
Level 4
Rs.25,500
LDC
Group C
Level 2
Rs.19,900
MTS
Group C
Level 1
Rs.18,000
Age relaxation and reservation
Standard reservation and age relaxation rules for Central Government posts (reference)
Category
Reservation
Age relaxation
General (UR)
Open Merit
None
OBC (NCL)
27%
3 years
SC
15%
5 years
ST
7.5%
5 years
EWS
10%
As per rules
PwD (UR)
5% horizontal
10 years
PwD (OBC)
5% horizontal
13 years
PwD (SC/ST)
5% horizontal
15 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NET or GATE compulsory for this post?
A valid NET-JRF, GATE, or NET qualification is required only for the Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post.
What is the minimum percentage required in M.Sc.?
Candidates must have minimum 55% marks or equivalent CGPA in M.Sc. Chemistry, Inorganic or Organic.
Is research experience mandatory?
No, working experience in synthetic Organic/Inorganic Chemistry is desirable but not mandatory.
What are the monthly salaries for the posts?
The Junior Research Fellow receives Rs. 37,000 plus HRA per month and the Project Associate-I receives Rs. 31,000 plus HRA per month.
What documents are required to be attached in the application?
Attach your CV and copies of educational certificates from 10th standard onwards.
Where will the interview be conducted?
The interview will take place in the Department of Chemistry on the CURAJ campus. Only shortlisted candidates will be called.
Source: the official notice at curaj.ac.in, published here on 30 Oct 2026; last checked 31 Oct 2026. If the official page and this summary differ, the official page is right.
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