Bodoland University, Kokrajhar, Assam has released a recruitment notification for engagement of Research Associate on a project basis under the DBT- Govt. of India sponsored project entitled “Isolation, Characterization, Valorization, and Sustainable Packaging of Low Alcoholic Beverage of Major Tribes of Transboundary Area of Bodoland Territorial Region and North Tripura” . Interested and eligible candidates can apply via post, offline, or email before 22 July 2026.

Bodoland University RA Recruitment 2026 – Over View

Organization	Bodoland University, Kokrajhar, Assam
Recruitment Type	Project Staff (Contractual)
Post Name	Research Associate
Total Vacancies	01 Post
Application Mode	Post/Offline/Email
Job Location	Kokrajhar, Assam
Category	Central Govt Job / DBT Project
Application Publication Date	02 July 2026
Last Date of Application	22 July 2026
Tentative Interview Date	23 July 2026
Official Website	www.bodolanduniversity.ac.in
Official Email	bodolanduniv@gmail.com

Bodoland University RA Recruitment 2026– Important Dates

Event	Date
Application Publication Date	02 July 2026
Last Date of Application	22 July 2026
Proposed Tentative Interview Date	23 July 2026

Bodoland University RA Recruitment 2026– Eligibility

Requirement	Details
Essential	M.Sc. and Ph.D. in relevant subject/field
Desirable	3 years of Research Experience (with Ph.D.) with publications in Scopus/Web of Science/indexed journals and recommendation from three referees

Preferred Specialization

Area	Details
Specialization	Industrial Microbiology / Agricultural Microbiology / Food Microbiology / Dairy Microbiology / Environmental Microbiology / Fermentation Microbiology / Related Fields
Additional	Knowledge and experience on Packaging of beverage

Bodoland University RA Recruitment 2026– Vacancy Details

Name of the Post	No. of Vacancy	Duration	Maximum Age
Research Associate	01	3 Years	38 Years (relaxation as per Govt. norms)

Bodoland University RA Recruitment 2026– Salary Details

Component	Details
Monthly Salary	₹58,000/- + HRA (9%)
Eligibility	Ph.D./MD/MS/MDS or equivalent degree OR having 3 years of research, teaching and design and development experience after MVSc/M.Pharm/ME/M.Tech with at least one research paper in Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal

Duration & Exit Policy

Component	Details
Duration of Project	3 Years (or as intimated by funding agency)
Exit Policy	Recruited staff will be given at least 30 days window period under any circumstances for leaving the project (and vice versa)

Bodoland University RA Recruitment 2026– How To Apply

1. Prepare your Biodata/CV along with the application form.
2. Attach self-attested copies of all certificates and mark sheets.
3. Submit through any one of the following modes:
   • Post: Send to the Principal Investigator
   • Offline Submission: Submit in person
   • Email: Send to sandeep_dna2003@yahoo.co.in

Address:

Principal Investigator (Prof. Sandeep Das)
DBT- Govt. of India Sponsored Project
Bodoland University, Kokrajhar, Assam – 783370

Email Subject Line:

“Application for the post of Research Associate under the DBT project”

Note: Clearly mention the subject on the envelope or in the email.

Bodoland University RA Recruitment 2026– Important Web-Links

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Bodoland University RA Recruitment 2026– Selection Process

Stage	Details
Step 1	Application Submission (Post/Offline/Email)
Step 2	Shortlisting
Step 3	Interview (Only shortlisted candidates will be called)

Note:

• No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview for shortlisted candidates.
• The interview conducted on 2nd June 2026 was cancelled due to “Not Found Suitable” clause.

Bodoland University RA Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

1. Interview Cancelled Previously: The interview conducted on 2nd June 2026 was cancelled due to “Not Found Suitable” clause with approval of competent authority.
2. Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview.
3. No TA/DA: No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
4. Exit Policy: 30 days window period for leaving the project.
5. Original Documents: Bring original documents during the interview.
6. Declaration: If any information is found incorrect, candidature is liable to be cancelled.
7. Age Relaxation: As per Government norms.

Bodoland University RA Recruitment 2026 – Application Form Details

The application form requires:

1. Personal Details (Name, DOB, Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, Address, Phone, Email, Current Designation)
2. Educational Qualifications (Class 10 to Ph.D.)
3. Other Degrees (Diploma, etc.)
4. Doctoral Degree Details
5. UGC/CSIR NET/NET-JRF/SLET/SET/GATE/DBT-BET/ICMR details
6. Research/Post-Doctoral Experience
7. Research Papers/Articles Published (SCI journals)
8. Publications of Chapters in Edited Books
9. Editor of Books
10. Research Projects Executed
11. Patents
12. Invited Lectures / Resource Person / Paper Presentations
13. Three Referees (Name, Designation, Address with Phone/Email)

Bodoland University RA Recruitment 2026– Documents Required

• Duly filled Application Form
• Biodata/CV
• Educational Certificates (Class 10, 10+2, Bachelor’s, Master’s, Ph.D.)
• Mark Sheets (all years/semesters)
• Experience Certificates (3 years research experience)
• Publication Certificates (Scopus/WoS/indexed journals)
• Recommendation from three referees
• UGC/CSIR NET/NET-JRF/SLET/SET/GATE/DBT-BET/ICMR certificate (if applicable)
• Self-attested copies of all certificates and mark sheets
• Recent Passport Size Photograph

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Bodoland University RA Recruitment 2026– FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply?

The last date for application submission is 22 July 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are available?

01 vacancy for Research Associate.

Q3. What is the required qualification?

M.Sc. and Ph.D. in relevant subject/field with 3 years of Research Experience and publications in Scopus/WoS/indexed journals.

Q4. What is the salary?

₹58,000/- + HRA (9%) per month.

Q5. What is the duration of the project?

3 Years (or as intimated by funding agency).

Q6. What is the preferred specialization?

Industrial Microbiology, Agricultural Microbiology, Food Microbiology, Dairy Microbiology, Environmental Microbiology, Fermentation Microbiology, or related fields with knowledge on packaging of beverage.

Q7. What is the age limit?

Maximum 38 Years (relaxation as per Government norms).

Q8. How to apply?

Submit application along with biodata/CV via post, offline submission, or email to the Principal Investigator.

Q9. What is the PI email?

sandeep_dna2003@yahoo.co.in

Q10. Will TA/DA be provided?

No. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

Q11. What is the tentative interview date?

23 July 2026 (will be intimated to shortlisted candidates).

Q12. Why was the previous interview cancelled?

The interview conducted on 2nd June 2026 was cancelled due to “Not Found Suitable” clause with approval of competent authority.