Designation/Position- Research Associate Post at BHU
Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India, invites applications for the Research Associate Post at BHU from eligible and interested candidates.
About- Banaras Hindu University, formerly Central Hindu College, is a central public university located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. It was established jointly in 1916 by the Maharaja of Darbhanga Rameshwar Singh, Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya, Sir Sunder Lal and British Theosophist and Home Rule League founder Annie Besant.
Research/Job Area- Genetics & Plant Breeding / Plant Pathology / Agricultural Botany / Plant Biotechnology or related discipline
- Genetics and Plant Breeding
- Plant Pathology
- Agricultural Botany
- Plant Biotechnology
- Molecular Biology and Genomics
- Wheat Breeding for Disease Resistance (Spot Blotch)
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Location- Varanasi
Eligibility/Qualification –
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Essential Qualification:
- Postgraduate degree in Genetics & Plant Breeding / Plant Pathology / Agricultural Botany / Plant Biotechnology / Life Sciences or related discipline with at least 55% marks
- Must have qualified ICAR / CSIR / UGC-NET or GATE
- Desirable Qualification:
- Experience in Plant Breeding, Genetics, Biochemistry, or Physiology
- Age Limit:
- Maximum 28 years (Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped/Female as per GoI rules)
- Emoluments:
- ₹37,000 per month + 18% HRA
Research Associate-I (RA-I)
- Essential Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Genetics & Plant Breeding / Plant Pathology / Agricultural Botany / Plant Biotechnology or related discipline from a reputed institution
- Desirable Qualification:
- Proven expertise in molecular biology, biotechnology techniques, or genomic pipelines
- Minimum two (02) SCI-indexed research publications as First Author or Equal First Author
- Age Limit:
- Maximum 40 years (Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Physically Handicapped/Female as per GoI rules)
- Emoluments:
- ₹58,000 per month + 18% HRA
Job/Position Description-
Applications are invited for a walk-in interview for temporary research positions under a DBT-funded research project titled “Study of the Complex Genetic System for Developing a Package of R/S Genes to Breed for Spot Blotch Resistance in Bread Wheat.” The positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project, to be conducted in the Department of Genetics & Plant Breeding, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Title | Study of the Complex Genetic System for Developing a Package of R/S Genes to Breed for Spot Blotch Resistance in Bread Wheat |
| Funding Agency | Department of Biotechnology (DBT) |
| Project Code | P-07/1348 |
| Institution | Banaras Hindu University (BHU) |
| Department | Genetics & Plant Breeding, Institute of Agricultural Sciences |
| Interview Type | Walk-in Interview |
| Interview Date | 30 January 2026 |
| Interview Time | 11:00 AM |
| Project Duration | 3 Years |
| Job Nature | Temporary & Co-terminus with Project |
Designation
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – 01 Post
- Research Associate-I (RA-I) – 01 Post
- Conduct research related to genetic analysis and breeding strategies for spot blotch resistance in bread wheat
- Perform molecular, genomic, and field-based experiments
- Assist in data collection, analysis, and interpretation
- Prepare research reports, publications, and project documentation
- Support the Principal Investigator in achieving project objectives
How to Apply-
Interested candidates should submit an application on plain paper with a recent photograph including the following details:
- Name
- Date of Birth
- Permanent and Correspondence Address
- Father’s and Mother’s Name
- AADHAR Number
- Telephone Number and Email ID
- Academic and Research Details
Applications should be emailed in advance or submitted at the time of interview along with self-attested copies of:
- All mark sheets and certificates
- Proof of research experience (if any)
Email to:
Dr. Sandeep Sharma
Principal Investigator
Department of Genetics & Plant Breeding
Institute of Agricultural Sciences, BHU
📧 sksbhu@bhu.ac.in
Candidates appearing in person must bring original documents and a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the present employer (if applicable).
Last Date for Apply– 30 January 2026 (Walk-in Interview Date)
30 January 2026 (Walk-in Interview Date)
Reporting Time: 11:00 AM
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