Variable Energy Cyclotron Centre — Department of Atomic Energy
The Variable Energy Cyclotron Centre has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow (JRF), announcing a total of 9 vacancies located in West Bengal. The online application window opens on 06 May 2026 and closes on 31 May 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold M.Sc. or B.S.-M.S. in Physics with valid NET/GATE/JEST score and be within the prescribed age limit of 28 years as on 2026-05-31 (Relaxation as per norms), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of ₹37,000 - ₹42,000 + HRA. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting based on scores followed by an offline interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 06 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
31 May 2026
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| Interview Date / Walk-in | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Result Date | 30 Jun 2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 9 |
| Qualification | M.Sc. or B.S.-M.S. in Physics with valid NET/GATE/JEST score |
| Age Limit | 28 years as on 2026-05-31 (Relaxation as per norms) |
| Salary | ₹37,000 - ₹42,000 + HRA |
| Application Fee | NIL |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting based on scores followed by an offline interview. |
Cut-off Date: 31 May 2026 — Candidates must be between 26 to 36 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) | 26 yrs | 36 yrs | — | 01 Jun 1990 to 31 May 2000 |
| EWS | 26 yrs | 36 yrs | — | 01 Jun 1990 to 31 May 2000 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 26 yrs | 39 yrs | +3 yrs | 01 Jun 1987 to 31 May 2000 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 26 yrs | 41 yrs | +5 yrs | 01 Jun 1985 to 31 May 2000 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 26 yrs | 41 yrs | +5 yrs | 01 Jun 1985 to 31 May 2000 |
| PwD (General) | 26 yrs | 46 yrs | +10 yrs | 01 Jun 1980 to 31 May 2000 |
Prescribed Age: 26–36 Years (As on 31 May 2026)
The Variable Energy Cyclotron Centre (VECC), Kolkata, under the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), has officially announced the recruitment for 9 Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) for the 2026 academic cycle. This is an exceptional opportunity for aspiring researchers to pursue their Ph.D. at the Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI) while working in a premier government research environment.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 6 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission | 31 May 2026 |
| Tentative Interview Dates | 19 June 2026 to 24 June 2026 |
| Joining Date | 3 August 2026 |
The fellowships are available in several frontier domains of Physical Sciences, including:
Candidates must ensure they meet the following benchmarks before applying:
Note: Age relaxation is provided as per Govt. of India rules: 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and 10 years for PwBD.
The selection is based on a two-tier process:
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