Botanical Survey of India — Ministry of Environment & Forests
The Botanical Survey of India has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow, announcing a total of 6 vacancies located in All India. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 09 August 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold M.Sc. in Botany with minimum 55% marks and be within the prescribed age limit of 28 years, with relaxations up to 5 years for reserved categories, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 37,000 to Rs. 42,000 per month. The selection procedure comprises Written Test followed by an interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Last Date to Apply |
09 Aug 2026
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| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
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| Total Vacancies | 6 |
| Qualification | M.Sc. in Botany with minimum 55% marks |
| Age Limit | 28 years, with relaxations up to 5 years for reserved categories |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000 to Rs. 42,000 per month |
| Application Fee | General: Rs. 400, OBC: Rs. 200, SC/ST/PH: Rs. 100 |
| Selection Process | Written Test followed by an interview |
Prescribed Age: 18–27 Years (As on 09 Aug 2026)
The Botanical Survey of India (BSI), operating under the Ministry of Environment & Forests, has announced the recruitment of 6 Junior Research Fellows (JRF) in Botany. These positions are distributed across various regional centres in India. Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications through a multi-modal process involving hard copy, soft copy, and online submission by 09 August 2026.
| Detail | Information |
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| Organization | Botanical Survey of India (BSI) |
| Post | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Vacancies | 6 |
| Fellowship | Rs. 37,000 (1st-2nd Year), Rs. 42,000 (3rd Year onwards) |
| Application Deadline | 2026-08-09 |
Candidates must ensure they meet the following criteria before applying:
The application process requires simultaneous completion of three steps. Failure to complete any of these will lead to disqualification.
No, the BSI does not provide any TA or daily allowance for candidates appearing for the written test or the interview.
Only one application per candidate is permitted. If multiple forms are submitted, only the latest version will be considered.
Yes, selected candidates are permitted to register for a regular Ph.D. programme, provided they meet the academic eligibility criteria of the concerned university.
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