BRIC-ILS JRF PhD 2026: 17 Junior Research Fellow Positions, Eligibility and How to Apply
BRIC-Institute of Life Sciences (BRIC-ILS), Bhubaneswar, has invited applications for 17 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions leading to a Ph.D. programme. The institute is an autonomous body under the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India. If you love lab research and already hold a national fellowship, this is a strong chance to work with a senior scientist in Bhubaneswar. See more government jobs in Odisha on our site.
The last date to apply online is 9 November 2026. You need a Master’s or 4-year degree with 55% and a valid national fellowship such as CSIR/UGC-JRF. This guide on GovtJobsAlert.in explains every project, the age limit, fee, selection steps and the rules that can cancel your application, so read it fully before you apply.
What Are the Key Highlights of BRIC-ILS JRF Recruitment 2026?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | BRIC-Institute of Life Sciences, Bhubaneswar |
| Advertisement Number | 38/2026 (dated 13 October 2026) |
| Post | Junior Research Fellow (JRF), leading to Ph.D. |
| Total Positions | 17 |
| Job Location | Nalco Square, Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| Nationality | Indian nationals only |
| Last Date to Apply | 9 November 2026 |
How Many Vacancies Are There in BRIC-ILS JRF Recruitment 2026?
Each position is tied to one Principal Investigator (PI) and one project. After the first interview round, shortlisted candidates meet the PIs of their lab of interest and give their choices.
| Principal Investigator | Project | Positions |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Narottam Acharya | Genome Instability and Fungal Pathogenesis | 1 |
| Dr. Anshuman Dixit | Development of thermostable proteins* | 1 |
| Dr. Gulam H Syed | Molecular Determinants of Arbovirus Pathogenesis and Replication | 2 |
| Dr. Mamoni Dash | Extracellular Vesicles as Biomaterials | 1 |
| Dr. Namisha Sharma | Role of non-coding RNAs in plant pathogen interaction | 1 |
| Dr. P. V. Ramchander | Human / Medical Genetics | 2 |
| Dr. Punit Prasad | 1. Epigenetics of AML and 2. Multi-omics approach to understand relapse biology in AML* | 2 |
| Dr. Seema Pradhan | Abiotic stress response in mung bean | 1 |
| Dr. Sunil K Raghav | Multi-omics to identify prognosis markers in Systemic Lupus Erythemosus and Tuberculosis | 2 |
| Dr. Tushar K. Beuria | Bacterial Division and Antimicrobial Resistance | 1 |
| Dr. V. Arun Nagaraj | Plasmodium Biology: Host-parasite interactions, vector transmission and disease pathogenesis | 3 |
| Total | 17 |
For the two projects marked with a star (*), experience with bioinformatics and computational biology will be preferred. Pick the project closest to your own master’s work, because you give your lab choices when you meet the PIs in the final offline round. The notification gives no category-wise split; it only says reservation will be applied as per Government of India rules. The list in the notification skips serial number 5, but the 11 rows above add up to the stated total of 17.
What Is the Eligibility for BRIC-ILS JRF Recruitment 2026?
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Degree | M.Sc., M.Tech., M.Pharm., M.V.Sc., a 4-year graduate programme, or an equivalent qualification |
| Subject | Life Sciences and allied subjects: Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Biophysics, Chemistry, Microbiology |
| Marks | At least 55%, without rounding off |
| Fellowship | Qualified in CSIR/UGC-JRF, DBT-JRF, UGC-RGNF, ICMR-JRF, or any other nationally competitive Government of India fellowship for PhD studies |
| Fellowship validity | A valid fellowship for five years |
A few points that decide whether your form is accepted. Candidates awaiting their final result may apply, but if selected they must show the final mark sheet before joining. If your original fellowship certificate is not available, attach a photocopy of the original admit card and the result page with your roll number highlighted. Candidates holding only a score sheet can also apply, but they must submit the certificate at the interview if shortlisted. Besides post graduate degrees, a 4-year graduate programme qualifies, but not a degree outside Life Sciences and allied subjects. Also remember that the fellowship must be valid for five years, so check the validity on your award letter today, not on the last date. A fellowship that ends earlier does not meet the rule in the notification.
What Is the Age Limit for BRIC-ILS JRF 2026?
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General | Below 28 years on the last date of application |
| SC, ST, PwD and Female | Up to 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Up to 3 years |
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The age is counted on the last date of application submission, which is 9 November 2026. Note that female candidates get the age relaxation but are not exempt from the fee.
What Is the Fellowship and Salary for BRIC-ILS JRF 2026?
The notification does not state a rupee amount. The fellowship and other emoluments follow the guidelines of the funding agencies (DST, DBT, CSIR, UGC, ICMR) and are revised from time to time for fellowship holders. So what you receive depends on the fellowship you already hold.
Candidates who appear for the final round of interview are paid to-and-fro bus or rail fare by the shortest route, limited to sleeper class. Keep your tickets safe, because the fare is paid only for the final round. Since the amount depends on your fellowship, ask your current fellowship office about the latest rates before you plan your budget for Bhubaneswar.
What Is the Selection Process for BRIC-ILS JRF 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| 1. Screening | Applications are shortlisted on the criteria in the advertisement. If applicants are too many, an extra criteria or cut-off will be applied to keep the shortlist reasonable |
| 2. First interview | Online round for shortlisted candidates, on 16-17 November 2026 |
| 3. Final interview | Second and final round, held offline at BRIC-ILS, on 14-16 December 2026 |
The list of selected candidates is displayed on the BRIC-ILS website, and an offer letter then names the PI assigned to you and your joining date. You must accept the offer and join within the stated date. Only in an emergency, joining can be extended by up to one month, if you inform the institute before the date expires. Multiple extension requests will not be entertained. The online round and the offline round are interviews, and in the offline round you also talk to the PIs about their labs. Read about their projects on the institute website beforehand. To prepare well for the interviews, read our interview preparation strategy guide.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Seat
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Incomplete form or false information | Incomplete applications, wrong information, or not having the essential qualification, found at any stage, lead to disqualification |
| Final decision | The decision of the competent authority at ILS is final and binding |
| Earlier offer not joined | If you were offered a PhD position in the last selection process and did not join, you are not eligible for the immediately following PhD advertisement. You may apply in later sessions |
| Joining extension | Emergency only: one extension, up to one month, asked before the joining date expires |
How to Apply Online for BRIC-ILS JRF Recruitment 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the BRIC-ILS website (link in Essential Links below) and find the JRF application link for Advt 38/2026 |
| 2 | Fill in the online application form with correct details |
| 3 | Attach your fellowship certificate, or the admit card and result page copy if the certificate is not available |
| 4 | Pay the Rs 500 fee online through the link in the form, unless you are SC/ST/PwD |
| 5 | Submit the form on or by 9 November 2026 and save a copy |
The notification does not give a separate application start date, so check the website for the live link. Keep your degree marks, fellowship proof and category proof ready before you begin. Check the website regularly, because the shortlist and instructions for the online interview are displayed there on or before 12 November 2026.
What Are the Important Dates for BRIC-ILS JRF 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 13 October 2026 |
| Last date for receiving applications | 9 November 2026 |
| Shortlisted candidates displayed on website | On or before 12 November 2026 |
| First round interview (online) | 16-17 November 2026 |
| First round results displayed | On or before 20 November 2026 |
| Final round interview (offline) | 14-16 December 2026 |
| Final results declared | On or before 22 December 2026 |
What Is the Application Fee for BRIC-ILS JRF 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All applicants except SC/ST/PwD | Rs 500 (non-refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwD | Exempted |
The fee must be paid online only, using the link given inside the online application form. The notification does not allow any other mode, so do not send a demand draft or cash. Pay only after you have checked that you meet the marks and fellowship rules, as the fee is not refundable.
Essential Links for BRIC-ILS JRF Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF for BRIC-ILS JRF Advt 38/2026
- Visit BRIC-ILS Junior Research Fellow Official Website
- Official Notification Page for BRIC-ILS Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – 17 Posts (Advt 38/2026)
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If you hold a national fellowship and want to start your PhD in life sciences, do not wait for the last week. Apply on or by 9 November 2026, keep your certificates ready, and watch the website for the shortlist by 12 November. Fellowship holders who miss this round can only wait for a later session, so make this one count. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more central government jobs and research openings.