ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology — Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)
Cut-off Date: 31 Jul 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 35 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 01 Aug 1991 to 31 Jul 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 01 Aug 1991 to 31 Jul 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +3 yrs | 01 Aug 1988 to 31 Jul 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 01 Aug 1986 to 31 Jul 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 01 Aug 1986 to 31 Jul 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +10 yrs | 01 Aug 1981 to 31 Jul 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–35 Years (As on 31 Jul 2026)
The ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow (JRF), announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in Maharashtra. The online application window opens on 16 July 2026 and closes on 31 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold M.E/M.Tech or B.E/B.Tech in relevant engineering branches with GATE qualification and be within the prescribed age limit of Max 35 years for male, 40 years for female; relaxation as per GOI norms, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 37,000 + HRA (1st & 2nd year), Rs. 42,000 + HRA (3rd year). The selection procedure comprises Scrutiny of applications followed by a walk-in interview (Hybrid Mode). For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 16 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
31 Jul 2026
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| Interview Date / Walk-in | 03 Aug 2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
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| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | M.E/M.Tech or B.E/B.Tech in relevant engineering branches with GATE qualification |
| Age Limit | Max 35 years for male, 40 years for female; relaxation as per GOI norms |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (1st & 2nd year), Rs. 42,000 + HRA (3rd year) |
| Application Fee | Not mentioned |
| Selection Process | Scrutiny of applications followed by a walk-in interview (Hybrid Mode) |
The ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (CIRCOT), Mumbai, has announced a recruitment notification for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This position is offered on a temporary and contractual basis under the project titled 'Development of Portable Instrument to Measure Cotton Quality at Farm Gate and Textile Industries', funded by the Rajiv Gandhi Science and Technology Commission. The engagement is expected to continue until June 2028, depending on the project requirements.
Candidates must ensure they meet the specific academic requirements before applying:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Submission Deadline | 31 July 2026 (5:30 PM) |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 3 August 2026 |
| Interview Reporting Time | 09:30 AM |
Vacancy: 01 position of Junior Research Fellow.
The fellowship is provided for a duration of three years, subject to project continuity. The fellowship structure is as follows:
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