Advertisement for Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Position
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) — Institute of Agricultural Sciences
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for one (01 no.) position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for an ANRF funded project under the Principal Investigator, Dr. Vinod Kumar S, Department of Mycology and Plant Pathology, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
Project Overview & Details
Project Title:
Potential of antimicrobial peptide producing Bacillus spp. against tomato leaf curl virus infection in chilli: Investigations on the suppression of symptom expression and vector transmission efficiency
Funding Body & Ref:
Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) (Ref.: ANRF/ECRG/2025/005592/LS)
Project Duration:
3 Years
Eligibility & Fellowship Details
Monthly Fellowship:
Years 1 & 2 (JRF): Rs. 37,000/- per month + 20% HRA | Year 3 (SRF): Rs. 42,000/- per month + 20% HRA
Age Limit:
Upper age limit is 28 Years (Relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/Physically challenged/Female candidates and 3 years for OBC-NCL candidates).
Essential & Desirable Qualifications
- Degree: M.Sc. (Agriculture) in Plant Pathology/ Mycology and Plant Pathology/Microbiology/Plant Sciences.
- National Exam: Applicants must have qualified CSIR-UGC NET / ICAR-ASRB NET / GATE.
- Desirable: Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience with plant viruses and plant insect vectors.
Timeline & Deadline
Last Date for Application:
25.07.2026
Official Website:
www.bhu.ac.in
Disclaimer: This notification is published solely for informational purposes. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, details may change or be updated by the university. Candidates are strictly advised to verify all requirements, updates, and application procedures directly on the official Banaras Hindu University website before applying.