RRI Recruitment 2026: 5 Research Assistant Posts, Biophysics Project Pay, Eligibility and How to Apply
The Raman Research Institute (RRI), Bangalore has invited applications for up to 5 Research Assistant (RA) posts in the Soft Condensed Matter Group, for a Biophysics project. The posts are temporary, and the pay is a consolidated Rs 31,000 plus HRA per month. If you have a year of biophysics research or industrial experience, this is a chance to work in a research institute funded by the Government of India.
The last date to apply is 15 December 2026, and applications are taken only through the online portal. This article covers eligibility, age limit, pay, selection, documents and the steps to apply. Read the conditions table before you start, because RRI says incomplete applications will not be considered. Keep following GovtJobsAlert.in for more such updates.
What Are the Key Highlights of RRI Recruitment 2026?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Raman Research Institute, Bangalore 560080 |
| Advertisement No. | Advt. No. 24/2026-27 dated 11 November 2026 |
| Post | Research Assistant (RA), temporary, Biophysics Project |
| Group | Soft Condensed Matter Group |
| Vacancies | Up to 5 |
| Pay | Rs 31,000 consolidated plus HRA per month |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Last Date | 15 December 2026 |
How Many Vacancies Are There in RRI Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Research Assistant (RA) | Up to 5 |
The notification gives only the total and does not list a category-wise split. Two kinds of background are invited, so pick the one that matches your experience.
| Background | Work you will do |
|---|---|
| Physics or Engineering | Set up single-cell and single-molecule biophysics experiments by fabricating nano- and micro-fluidic devices |
| Biology | Chromatin assembly and protein purification for single-molecule biophysics experiments |
For the biology background, the notice says extensive hands-on experience of molecular biology techniques handling DNA and protein is a must.
What Is the Eligibility for RRI Research Assistant 2026?
Educational Qualification
M.Sc. / M.Tech or B.E. / B.Tech in any field, with at least 1 year of academic research project or industrial work experience in the biophysics field. The experience is part of the essential qualification, so a degree alone is not enough.
The institute may shortlist on relevant qualification and experience above the minimum. If your post graduate degree is an M.Sc./M.Tech, or your engineering degree a B.E./B.Tech, check the experience line first.
Desirable Skills
The notification prefers candidates with any one or more of these:
- Lab experience in microfluidics, optics, biophysics, optical tweezers, AFM, optical microscopy, nanodevices, or electric and electronic measurements on biological samples
- Familiarity with Arduino or Raspberry Pi programming, LabVIEW and/or Matlab
- Experience building electronics and/or optics for biosensors
- Lab experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, cloning, recombinant protein expression and purification, and microscopy imaging. Experience with chromatin assembly, DNA-protein complex assembly, CRISPR-Cas9 work or RNA work, and with UV-vis absorption, white-light or fluorescence microscopy and density gradient fractionation, will be preferred
The institute also wants people who can work in a multidisciplinary lab, are detail and math oriented, have excellent documentation skills and take a quantitative approach to research.
Age Limit
| Detail | Age |
|---|---|
| Upper age limit | 45 years |
| Age counted as on | Last date for closing of applications (15 December 2026) |
| Relaxation | As per Government of India rules for SC, ST, OBC and PWD candidates |
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The notification does not state the number of years of relaxation, only that Government of India rules apply. Work out your age on 15 December 2026, not on the day you apply. If you are close to 45, check this date carefully before you spend time on the form.
What is the Salary for RRI Research Assistant 2026?
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Consolidated remuneration | Rs 31,000 per month |
| HRA | Paid in addition |
| Tenure | 1 year, may be extended up to a maximum of 2 years with regular evaluation |
| Probation | First 6 months of appointment |
The pay is consolidated, so it is not a pay-level scale. Remember the posts are temporary and tied to the Biophysics project, so plan with the one-year term in mind. Your first 6 months are under probation, and any extension depends on regular evaluation.
What Is the Selection Process for RRI Research Assistant 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | The institute may restrict the number of candidates called for test/interview, based on qualification and experience higher than the minimum prescribed |
| Online interview | Shortlisted candidates appear via Zoom or another suitable online platform |
Clause (ii) mentions a “test/ interview”, but the notification gives no test details. It also says that merely fulfilling the essential and desired qualifications will not entitle you to an interview call. So describe your relevant qualification and experience clearly in your CV. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
How to Apply Online for RRI Research Assistant 2026?
- Keep your documents ready as PDFs or images (list below).
- Open the RRI application portal from the link in Essential Links.
- Fill in the online form.
- Upload all the documents the form asks for.
- Submit the form by 15 December 2026.
Documents to upload:
- Scanned colour copies of educational certificates and mark sheets
- Curriculum Vitae with the title, duration, location and a 1-paragraph description of each research project done
- Statement of purpose (maximum 500 words) on what motivates you and why you are the right choice
- Recent passport size photograph and an image of your signature
- References of two individuals whom the institute can contact for referral letters
Incomplete applications, particularly those without a project description and/or a Statement of Purpose, will not be considered. For queries, write to recruitment.scm@rrimail.rri.res.in.
What Are the Important Dates for RRI Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 11 November 2026 |
| Application start date | Not stated in the notification |
| Last date to apply online | 15 December 2026 |
| Interview date | Not stated in the notification |
The institute has not announced an interview date.
Is There an Application Fee for RRI Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | The notification does not mention any application fee |
Do not pay anyone for this form. Use only the official portal given in Essential Links.
What Conditions Can Cost You the RRI Research Assistant Job?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Late applications | Applications received after 15 December 2026 will not be considered |
| Incomplete applications | Those without a project description and/or Statement of Purpose will not be considered |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form shall disqualify the candidate |
| Interview call | Meeting the essential and desired qualifications does not entitle you to be called |
| Travel | No TA/DA is paid for the interviews |
| Relaxation | The institute may relax any requirement in exceptional cases |
| Vacancies | The institute reserves the right not to fill the posts |
Essential Links for RRI Research Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for RRI Research Assistant Recruitment 2026 (Biophysics Project, Soft Condensed Matter Group)
- Visit RRI Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you have a year of biophysics research or industrial experience and an M.Sc./M.Tech or B.E./B.Tech, do not wait for the last week. Prepare your CV, project descriptions and statement of purpose first, and apply well before 15 December 2026. Find more openings in the Karnataka government jobs list on GovtJobsAlert.in.