National Agri Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) has currently issued 4 live job notices with 8 open vacancies. Details are provided below.
About this Walk-in Interview
1 Junior Research Fellow vacancy at National Agri Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI)
Eligible and interested candidates may attend a walk-in interview being conducted by National Agri Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) on 27-03-2026 for filling 1 post of Junior Research Fellow.
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
| Project Name | Molecular Mechanisms of Nutritional Ketosis and Its Mimetics in Modulating Inflammaging and Dementia (NABI-Core) |
| Project Description | This NABI-Core project, situated at the National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI), investigates the therapeutic potential of the ketogenic metabolic state in slowing neurodegeneration. The research focuses on Nutritional Ketosis—a metabolic shift where the body utilizes ketone bodies instead of glucose—and its Mimetics (compounds that simulate the effects of a ketogenic diet without strict carbohydrate restriction). By exploring the molecular pathways of Inflammaging (chronic, low-grade inflammation associated with aging), the project aims to determine how ketone bodies modulate microglial activation and oxidative stress to arrest the progression of Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. |
| Duration | Initially one year as JRF (with possible up-gradation to SRF based on progress) |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification | - Postgraduate degree in basic Science OR in Neuroscience, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Molecular Medicine, Biotechnology, or in the professional course selected through a process described through any one of the following:
- Scholars are selected through National Eligibility Tests, CSIR-UGC NET, including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE.
- The selection process through the National level examinations conducted by the Central Government Departments and their agencies and institutions, such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MHRD, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, etc.
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| Monthly Salary | Rs. 37,000/- per month plus HRA |
| Age Limit | maximum 28 years |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| Walk-in Date & Time | 27-03-2026 (09 AM) |
| Walk-in Venue | National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute, Knowledge city, Sector-81, Mohali, Punjab- 140306 |
| Contact | Dr Mohit Kumar, Scientist-C (Principal Investigator); Email ID: mohit.ku@nabi.res.in |
| Job Location | Mohali (Punjab) |
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About this Walk-in Interview
1 Junior Research Fellow vacancy at National Agri Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI)
National Agri Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) will conduct a walk-in interview on 27-03-2026 to fill 1 post of Junior Research Fellow.
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
| Project Name | Unravelling the molecular roles of Rice Seed-expressed bZIP (RISBZs) Transcription Factors using genome editing approach (GAP-66) |
| Project Description | This BRIC-NABI project, under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), delves into the genetic regulation of seed development and nutritional quality in rice. bZIP (Basic Leucine Zipper) transcription factors are "master switches" that control the expression of genes involved in seed storage protein synthesis, starch accumulation, and stress signaling. By utilizing CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing, the research aims to "knock out" or "fine-tune" specific RISBZs to observe their impact on grain filling and nutrient density. This work is fundamental to engineering "biofortified" rice with improved cooking quality and higher protein content. |
| Duration | Up to 04 January 2027 |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification |
- Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science OR Graduate/Post Graduate Degree in professional course selected through a process described through any one of the following: -
- Scholars who are selected through National Eligibility Tests-CSIR-UGC-NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE
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| Monthly Salary | Rs. 31000/- per month plus HRA |
| Age Limit | maximum 28 years |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| Walk-in Date & Time | 27-03-2026 (09 AM) |
| Walk-in Venue | National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute, Knowledge city, Sector-81, Mohali, Punjab- 140306 |
| Contact | Dr. Prafull Salvi, Scientist-C (Principal Investigator); Email ID: prafull.salvi@nabi.res.in |
| Job Location | Mohali (Punjab) |
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About this Walk-in Interview
1 Research Associate I vacancy at National Agri Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI)
Eligible and interested candidates may attend a walk-in interview being conducted by National Agri Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) on 27-03-2026 for filling 1 post of Research Associate I.
| Post Name | Research Associate I |
| Project Name | Development of High-Efficiency Transformation Protocols and Genome Editing for Accelerated Improvement of Barnyard Millet (GAP-102) |
| Project Description | This BRIC-NABI project, under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), addresses the primary bottleneck in the genetic improvement of "orphan" crops: the lack of robust delivery systems for genetic cargo. While traditional breeding is slow, this research focuses on establishing High-Efficiency Transformation Protocols (using Agrobacterium or Biolistics) to facilitate Genome Editing (CRISPR-Cas9). The goal is to create a "Plug-and-Play" platform for Barnyard Millet, allowing researchers to precisely knock out genes related to anti-nutritional factors or knock in traits for drought resilience and grain quality. |
| Duration | 1 year (with possible extension based on performance) |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification | Ph.D. in Plant Biotechnology / Molecular Biology / Plant Sciences / Life Sciences or related discipline with at least two peer-reviewed international publications in Science Citation indexed (SCI) journal. |
| Monthly Salary | Rs. 58000/- per month plus HRA |
| Age Limit | maximum 40 years |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| Walk-in Date & Time | 27-03-2026 (09 AM) |
| Walk-in Venue | National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute, Knowledge city, Sector-81, Mohali, Punjab- 140306 |
| Contact | Dr. Prafull Salvi, Scientist-C (Principal Investigator); Email ID: prafull.salvi@nabi.res.in |
| Job Location | Mohali (Punjab) |
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About this Walk-in Interview
5 Research Associate, Project Associate and Various vacancies at National Agri Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI)
National Agri Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) will hold a walk-in interview on 27-03-2026 to fill 5 posts of Research Associate, Project Associate and Various.
| Post Name | Research Associate, Project Associate and Various |
| Project Name | Genomics-assisted improvement of Barnyard Millet for enhanced yield and processing efficiency (GAP102) |
| Project Description | This BRIC-NABI (National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute) project, funded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), addresses global food security by transforming Barnyard Millet into a mainstream "climate-smart" crop. Despite being nutrient-dense and resilient to extreme weather, barnyard millet suffers from low yields and difficult processing due to its tough husk. The research utilizes Genomics-Assisted Breeding (GAB)—including Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) and Genome-Wide Association Studies (GWAS)—to identify genetic markers for high yield, grain size, and "easy-to-dehusk" traits, aiming to create superior varieties for the changing climate. |
| Duration | 1 year (with possible extension based on performance) |
| Vacancies | 5 |
| Qualification | - Research Associate I (One position) : Ph.D. in any branch of Life Sciences or Biotechnology with at least two peer-reviewed international publications in Science Citation indexed (SCI) journal.
- Project Associate (One position) : Master's degree from a recognized University/Institute in Life Sciences/Agricultural Science/Biotechnology or any allied subjects OR Master's degree from a recognized University/Institute in Life Sciences/Agricultural Science/Biotechnology or any allied subjects and selected through National Eligibility Tests-CSIR-UGC-NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE.
- Field/Lab worker (One position) : Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences/Agricultural Science/Biotechnology or any allied subjects (or) Diploma in Engineering and technology in Agricultural Science/Biotechnology or any allied subjects
- Project Associate (One position) : Master's degree in Life Sciences/Agricultural Science/Biotechnology or any allied subjects OR Master's degree in Life Sciences/Agricultural Science/Biotechnology or any allied subjects and selected through National Eligibility Tests-CSIR-UGC-NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE.
- Project Associate (One position) : Master's degree in Life Sciences/Agricultural Science/Biotechnology or any allied subjects OR Master's degree in Life Sciences/Agricultural Science/Biotechnology or any allied subjects and selected through National Eligibility Tests-CSIR-UGC-NET including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE Selection.
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| Monthly Salary | - Research Associate I : Rs. 58000/- per month plus HRA
- Project Associate : Rs. 31000/- per month plus HRA or Rs. 25000/- per month plus HRA
- Field/Lab worker : Rs. 20000/- per month plus HRA
- Project Associate : Rs. 31000/- per month plus HRA or Rs. 25000/- per month plus HRA
- Project Associate : Rs. 31000/- per month plus HRA or Rs. 25000/- per month plus HRA
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| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| Walk-in Date & Time | 27-03-2026 (09 AM) |
| Walk-in Venue | National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute, Knowledge city, Sector-81, Mohali, Punjab- 140306 |
| Contact | Principal Investigator : Dr. Rajeev N Bahuguna (rajeev.bahuguna@nic.in), Dr. Sivasubramanian R (siva.r24@nabi.res.in), Dr. Vanish Kumar (vanish.kumar@nabi.res.in), Dr. Sanjana Negi (sanjana.negi@nabi.res.in) |
| Job Location | Mohali (Punjab) |
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