JNTBGRI Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for Project Fellow, Project Fellow with Ph.D and Project Assistant in Thiruvananthapuram
If you have a first class life science M.Sc or B.Sc Botany, or a Ph.D in Botany, Chemistry or Life Sciences, here is a research opening in Kerala. The KSCSTE Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute (JNTBGRI) has announced 14 vacancies for Project Fellow, Project Fellow with Ph.D and Project Assistant on purely temporary Plan Project positions. Pay is a consolidated Rs 30,995 to Rs 36,000 per month, depending on the post.
There is no online form. You simply report in person at the institute at 10.00 AM on 23 November 2026 with your filled form and certificates. Read the project code of each post carefully, because qualifications differ from code to code. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Kerala government jobs.
Key Highlights of JNTBGRI Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | KSCSTE Jawaharlal Nehru Tropical Botanic Garden and Research Institute (JNTBGRI) |
| Notification No. | TBGRI/2000/2021-ESTT1 dated 09-11-2026 |
| Posts | Project Fellow, Project Fellow with Ph.D, Project Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 14 |
| Nature of Job | Purely temporary Plan Project positions |
| Job Location | Palode, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala |
| Mode | Walk-in interview |
| Walk-in Date | 23 November 2026, 10.00 AM |
JNTBGRI is an institution of the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment and a National Centre of Excellence. The appointments run till 31 March 2027 and, as the notification says, are likely to be extended.
How Many Vacancies Are There in JNTBGRI Recruitment 2026?
Every post carries one vacancy, and the same project code can appear twice. Code P-08, for example, has both a Project Fellow and a Project Assistant post, so apply against the exact post you qualify for.
| Post | Vacancies | Monthly Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Project Fellow | 10 | Rs 32,560 |
| Project Fellow with Ph.D | 2 | Rs 36,000 |
| Project Assistant | 2 | Rs 30,995 |
| Total | 14 |
| Project Code | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| P-01A | Project Fellow | 1 |
| P-01B | Project Fellow | 1 |
| P-01C | Project Fellow | 1 |
| P-03A | Project Fellow | 1 |
| P-03B | Project Fellow | 1 |
| P-04A | Project Fellow with Ph.D | 1 |
| P-04B | Project Fellow | 1 |
| P-05 | Project Fellow with Ph.D | 1 |
| P-06A | Project Fellow | 1 |
| P-07A | Project Fellow | 1 |
| P-07B | Project Assistant | 1 |
| P-08 | Project Fellow | 1 |
| P-08 | Project Assistant | 1 |
| P-11 | Project Fellow | 1 |
The notification prints no category-wise split of these seats, so we cannot tell you how many are reserved for any group.
What Is the Eligibility for JNTBGRI Project Fellow and Project Assistant 2026?
Each project code has its own essential qualification and a desirable experience. Desirable means it is a plus, not a must. Check your own row below.
| Project Code and Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable |
|---|---|---|
| P-01A, Project Fellow | First class in M.Sc Biotech or M.Sc Botany | Experience in plant exploration and digital documentation |
| P-01B, Project Fellow | First class in M.Sc Biotech or M.Sc Botany | Experience in molecular biology |
| P-01C, Project Fellow | First class in M.Sc Biotech, M.Sc Botany or M.Sc Biochemistry | Experience in molecular biology or phytochemical profiling |
| P-03A, Project Fellow | First class in M.Sc Biotech or M.Sc Botany | Experience in mammalian cell culture and molecular docking |
| P-03B, Project Fellow | First class in M.Sc Botany | Experience in field enumeration work |
| P-04A, Project Fellow with Ph.D | Ph.D in Chemistry or Life Sciences | Phytochemical profiling |
| P-04B, Project Fellow | First class in M.Sc Biochem or M.Sc Biotech | Experience in nanotechnology |
| P-05, Project Fellow with Ph.D | Ph.D in Botany | Experience in microfungal systematics |
| P-06A, Project Fellow | First class in M.Sc Botany | Experience in field exploration |
| P-07A, Project Fellow | First class in M.Sc Botany | Experience in field exploration |
| P-07B, Project Assistant | First class in B.Sc Botany | Computer knowledge |
| P-08, Project Fellow | First class in M.Sc Biotech or M.Sc Bioinformatics | Experience in computer aided drug designing or molecular docking |
| P-08, Project Assistant | First class in B.Sc Botany | Experience in garden management and field work |
| P-11, Project Fellow | First class in M.Sc Botany or M.Sc Biochem | Experience in ethnopharmacology |
All Project Fellow posts are open to post graduate candidates, and the two Project Assistant posts suit graduates with a first class B.Sc in Botany. The notification states no essential experience for any post. The institute also says preference will be given to candidates who have qualified a National level eligibility test or equivalent.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| All positions | 40 years as on the notification date |
| SC / ST / OBC | Relaxation as per rules |
The age is counted on the notification date, 9 November 2026, not on your interview day. The notification does not state how many years of relaxation apply, only that it is allowed “as per rules” for SC, ST and OBC candidates.
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What Is the Salary for JNTBGRI Project Fellow and Project Assistant 2026?
| Post | Consolidated Monthly Pay |
|---|---|
| Project Fellow | Rs 32,560 |
| Project Fellow with Ph.D | Rs 36,000 |
| Project Assistant | Rs 30,995 |
The pay is consolidated, which means one fixed amount per month with no separate allowances listed in the notification. Remember that these are project posts. They end on 31 March 2027 unless extended, so they are not permanent jobs.
What Is the Selection Process for JNTBGRI Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Walk-in interview | Report at the institute at 10.00 AM on 23 November 2026 |
| Written test | Will be conducted, if necessary |
| Document check | Originals are verified at the walk-in |
The institute may hold a written test only if it feels the need.
What Are the Important Dates for JNTBGRI Walk-in 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification date | 9 November 2026 |
| Walk-in interview | 23 November 2026, 10.00 AM |
| Appointment valid till | 31 March 2027 (likely to be extended) |
If the walk-in date changes for any unforeseen reason, the institute will announce it on its website.
What Conditions Must You Follow at the JNTBGRI Walk-in?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Reporting time | Candidates reaching after 10 AM will not be entertained |
| Interim enquiries | Will not be attended to |
| Travel cost | No TA/DA will be provided |
| Written test | Will be conducted, if necessary |
| Date change | Any change is notified on the website |
How to Apply for JNTBGRI Recruitment 2026 Walk-in Interview?
This is an offline process. There is no online application link and no application fee is mentioned in the notification. The notification asks you to download the prescribed application form from the institute website (link in Essential Links below).
- Download the prescribed application form from the JNTBGRI website.
- Fill in the form completely, in all respects.
- Attach attested copies of your certificates in support of age, educational qualification, experience and caste, as mentioned in the application.
- Carry all the original certificates for verification.
- Report at JNTBGRI, Karimancode P.O, Palode, Thiruvananthapuram – 695 562 by 10.00 AM on 23 November 2026 and submit the form at the time of the walk-in interview.
Essential Links for JNTBGRI Recruitment 2026
- Download JNTBGRI Walk-in Notification PDF (Project Fellow, Project Fellow with Ph.D, Project Assistant)
- Visit JNTBGRI Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Kerala Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If you hold a qualifying M.Sc, Ph.D or B.Sc (see the table above), do not let this walk-in slip away. Take your form and original certificates, reach JNTBGRI before 10 AM on 23 November 2026, and give it your best. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more such updates.