Project associate-1 position for a project titled- “Genomic assisted improvement of scented rice from Assam & Manipur for yield enhancement under stress and improved nutrition”

Job Title
Project Associate- I

Project Title
Genomic assisted improvement of scented rice from Assam & Manipur for yield enhancement under stress and improved nutrition

Funding Agency
DBT, Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt of India

Location
Department of Plant Breeding & Genetics, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat-785013

Eligibility

• Master’s degree in Plant Breeding and Genetics from a recognized university or equivalent

Salary

• 31,000/- + HRA to Scholars who are selected through:
• National Eligibility Tests-CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE or
• A selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions
• 25,000/- + HRA for others who do not fall under the category above

Interview Details

• Date: 10th August 2026
• Time: 11 am
• Venue: Office chamber of the Head, Department of Plant Breeding & Genetics, AAU, Jorhat

How to Apply

• Intending candidates having requisite qualification may report at the time of interview.
• Submit an application on plain paper along with self-attested copies of certificates, mark-sheets, and other testimonials.
• Candidates must bring original certificates for verification at the time of interview.