BHU Research Associate Recruitment 2026
Organization: Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Institute of Science, Department of Botany
| Post | Research Associate (RA) |
|---|---|
| Location | Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India - 221005 |
| Employment Type | Temporary (Contract, up to 3 years) |
| Salary | ₹58,000–₹67,000 + 18% HRA (RA-I to RA-III) |
| Last Date | 18 May 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Ph.D. in Science/Technology OR M.Tech with relevant experience
- Fields: Remote Sensing, GIS, Geoinformatics, Geography, Botany, Forestry, Environmental Science, CS, Civil Engg.
- Minimum 55% marks (where applicable)
- PG Diploma in Remote Sensing & GIS (if PhD not in core field)
- M.Tech + 3 years experience + 2 SCI/Scopus papers (optional route)
Age Limit
Maximum 45 years (relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD as per Govt. norms)
Selection Process
- Shortlisting based on eligibility
- Personal Interview (BHU, Varanasi)
- Final selection by committee
Application Process
- Apply via Google Form: https://forms.gle/KWpRfB3jyai8RJraA
- Upload single PDF (education, experience, publications)
- Deadline: 18 May 2026
Important Details
- Project: Wildfire & Forest Carbon Sequestration Study
- Funding: ISRO-SAC Ahmedabad
- Duration: 3 years (initial 12 months extendable)
- No TA/DA for interview
- Email communication only
Contact
Email: forest.nisar@gmail.com
Phone: +91-7004773095 (3–5 PM, working days)
PI: Dr. Purabi Saikia | Co-PI: Prof. Amit Kumar
Official Notification:
View Official Notification PDF
View Official Notification PDF
Only shortlisted candidates will be called. Recruitment may be cancelled without notice.
