Central Silk Board — National Silk Seed Organization (NSSO), Institute for Silkworm Seed Technology Research (ISTR)
The Central Silk Board has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow (JRF), announcing a total of 3 vacancies located in Karnataka. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 27 October 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold M.Sc. in Life Sciences (Sericulture/ Agronomy/ Entomology/ Zoology/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Botany/ Biology/ Food Science etc.) with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST candidates). and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 35 years as on notification date, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 31,000 + HRA for 1st two years & Rs. 35,000 + HRA for third year (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 21,000 + HRA for 1st two years & Rs. 25,000 + HRA for third year (without NET/GATE). The selection procedure comprises Eligible candidates will be selected directly through a walk-in interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Last Date to Apply |
27 Oct 2026
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|---|---|
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 3 |
| Qualification | M.Sc. in Life Sciences (Sericulture/ Agronomy/ Entomology/ Zoology/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Botany/ Biology/ Food Science etc.) with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST candidates). |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years as on notification date |
| Salary | Rs. 31,000 + HRA for 1st two years & Rs. 35,000 + HRA for third year (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 21,000 + HRA for 1st two years & Rs. 25,000 + HRA for third year (without NET/GATE) |
| Application Fee |
General: ₹0
OBC: ₹0
EWS: ₹0
SC: ₹0
ST: ₹0
fee_exempted: Yes
payment_mode: No Application Fee
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| Selection Process | Eligible candidates will be selected directly through a walk-in interview. |
Rs. 31,000 + HRA (with NET/GATE) or Rs. 21,000 + HRA (without NET/GATE) for 1st two years
Cut-off Date: As on notification date — 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 | — | 28 Oct 1991 to 27 Oct 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 28 Oct 1991 to 27 Oct 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 28 Oct 1991 to 27 Oct 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 28 Oct 1986 to 27 Oct 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 28 Oct 1986 to 27 Oct 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 28 Oct 1991 to 27 Oct 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–35 Years (As on As on notification date)
Official Prescribed Pay: Rs. 21,000 to Rs. 35,000 + HRA per month
The Central Silk Board, operating under the National Silk Seed Organization (NSSO) and the Institute for Silkworm Seed Technology Research (ISTR), has announced an official recruitment drive to fill 3 vacancies for the post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This contractual opportunity is hosted at the research facility located in Kodathi, Bangalore. Candidates seeking scientific research careers can also review related openings through the Central Silk Board Young Professional Recruitment 2026 recruitment details for alternative project roles.
| # | Title of the project | Duration of the project | Post/Place of posting | Work description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Code: 'PPF09009MNC: Development of an organic mulberry package for bivoltine seed crop and establishment of a seri-voltaic system for sustainable mulberry sericulture'. In collaboration with UAS Bangalore. | Sept. 2026 to Aug. 2030 (4 years) | JRF-02, CSB-ISTR, Kodathi, Bangalore | Sample collection from the field, Assistance in the laboratory experiments, bioassay works, installation & monitoring of solar panels, including recording & systematic documentation of the seri-voltaic system and other project related works. |
| 2 | Project Code: 'BPS09010MNC: Innovative processing of silkworm pupae for food product development and eggs and moths for pet nutrition'. In collaboration with ESSPC,-Hosur, SSPC-Hosur & ICAR-NMRI, Hyderabad. | Sept. 2026 to Aug. 2028 (2 years) | JRF-01, CSB-ISTR, Kodathi, Bangalore | Samples collection, Assistance in laboratory experiments, bioassay works and other project related works. |
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (Project Code: PPF09009MNC) | M.Sc. in Life Sciences (Sericulture/ Agronomy/ Entomology/ Zoology etc.) With minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST candidates). |
| Junior Research Fellow (Project Code: BPS09010MNC) | M.Sc. in Life Sciences (Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Botany/ Zoology/ Biology/ Food Science/ Sericulture etc.) With minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST candidates). |
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / Women candidates | Relaxation of 5 years |
This notification offers a direct walk-in selection structure tailored for qualified postgraduates in life sciences. Qualified professionals aiming to build careers in scientific advancements across the region can explore all latest Karnataka Government Jobs to discover additional public sector openings in research and technical domains.
Aspirants must meet strict qualification standards to be considered for the Junior Research Fellow role. Applicants must hold an M.Sc. degree in Life Sciences, encompassing disciplines such as Sericulture, Agronomy, Entomology, Zoology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Botany, Biology, or Food Science. Candidates must have secured a minimum of 60% marks in their qualifying postgraduate degree, with a relaxed threshold of 55% marks for SC/ST candidates.
In addition to academic benchmarks, applicants must satisfy age restrictions set by the board. The maximum age limit is 35 years as on the notification date. Age relaxation is extended up to 5 years for SC, ST, and women candidates in alignment with central government directives. Those who qualify can also check more Graduate jobs in Karnataka matching similar scientific qualifications.
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly fellowship stipend based on their academic credentials and national-level test qualifications. For researchers qualified with NET or GATE, the monthly remuneration is structured at Rs. 31,000 + HRA for the first two years, increasing to Rs. 35,000 + HRA for the third year.
For candidates appointed without NET or GATE qualifications, the stipend is set at Rs. 21,000 + HRA for the first two years and Rs. 25,000 + HRA for the third year. The employment nature is purely contractual, with a project duration spanning 2 to 4 years, co-terminus with the research project.
The selection mechanism is entirely interview-based, requiring no written entrance examination. Eligible candidates undergo a straightforward two-stage evaluation process designed to assess academic competence and research aptitude.
The walk-in interview is scheduled to take place on 27 October 2026. Participants must report to the designated venue by 9:30 AM on the interview date. The designated location for the interview and document verification is CSB-ISTR, Carmelaram post, Kodathi, Bangalore.
Critical Advisory: Applications submitted by post, email, or courier will not be entertained and will be automatically rejected. No TA or DA will be paid to candidates attending the interview.
Candidates appearing for the walk-in selection must carry all mandatory documents in both original and photocopy formats to ensure smooth verification:
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