TIFR Project Associate Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 – 2

About the Recruitment

The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai, has released Advertisement No. 2026/22 for the TIFR Project Associate Project Assistant Recruitment 2026. This notification invites applications for two temporary positions in the Department of Biological Sciences. Eligible candidates holding a BSc or MSc in Biological Sciences are encouraged to apply online. The application window is open until 10 August 2026, for these roles based in Mumbai.

Post-wise and Category-wise Vacancy Details

TIFR has announced a total of 2 vacancies for Project Associate and Project Assistant posts. The distribution of these positions is as follows:

S. No.	Post Name	No. of Posts
1	Project Associate	1
2	Project Assistant	1

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the specific educational qualifications and desirable experience for each post as detailed below:

Post Name	Qualification	Experience / Other
Project Associate	MSc in Biological Sciences	Experience in imaging histological slides, microdissection of embryonic brain tissue, and tissue culture will be advantageous.
Project Assistant	BSc or MSc in Biological Sciences	Experience in genotyping of mice and associated techniques, and tissue sectioning/histology will be advantageous.

The Project Associate will focus on tasks such as microdissection, tissue culture, imaging, and histological analysis. The Project Assistant will primarily provide genotyping support for various lab projects and also assist with histology and imaging.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The age criteria for the advertised positions are:

Category	Age Limit
Project Associate	Preferably below 35 years
Project Assistant	Not specified

Application Fee and Payment Method

No information regarding an application fee or payment method has been specified in the official notification.

Selection Process

The selection for the Project Associate and Project Assistant positions at TIFR will involve two main stages:

1. Application Screening — All submitted online applications will undergo an initial screening process to assess eligibility and suitability.
2. Online Interview — Candidates who are shortlisted based on the screening will be invited to participate in an online interview.

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The official notification does not specify a written exam or a detailed syllabus for these positions. Selection will be based on the screening of applications followed by an online interview.

Pay Scale and Benefits

Selected candidates for the Project Associate and Project Assistant roles will receive a monthly fellowship along with House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per TIFR rules. The salary structure is as follows:

Post Name	Pay Level	Gross Salary
Project Associate (NET-qualified)	Not specified	Rs. 31,000/- per month + HRA
Project Associate (Non-NET-qualified)	Not specified	Rs. 25,000/- per month + HRA
Project Assistant	Not specified	Rs. 20,000/- per month + HRA

These appointments are temporary, for a duration of 10 months (from 1 October 2026 to 31 July 2027), and are non-pensionable.

How to Apply — Step by Step

Candidates interested in the TIFR Project Associate and Project Assistant posts must apply online through the designated Google Form. Follow these steps to complete your application:

1. Access the official Google Form application link provided in the Important Links section.
2. Fill in all mandatory personal and academic details accurately in the online form.
3. Prepare your Curriculum Vitae (CV) strictly adhering to the format specified in the official notification. Do not include any additional information or pages beyond this format.
4. Attach the prepared CV to the Google Form.
5. Review all entered information carefully before final submission.
6. Submit your application on or before the closing date, 10 August 2026.

Only applications submitted via the Google Form will be considered.

Documents Required

Applicants must attach a CV to the Google Form, strictly following the format outlined in the official notification. The CV should include:

• Personal information: Name, address, date of birth, nationality, contact number, and email address.
• Final marksheet and/or degree certificate of the eligible degree.
• An academic history table covering S.S.C., H.S.C., B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc., and M.Sc. details, including University/Agency, Subjects, and Marks Obtained/Rank/Score for each.
• Names, email addresses, and contact numbers of two referees.

Important Dates

Key dates for the TIFR recruitment process are:

Event	Date
Last Date for Receipt of Applications	10 August 2026
Tentative Start Date of Positions	1 October 2026

Important Links

• Apply Online: Click here
• Official Notification PDF: Click here
• Official Website: Click here