The National Centre for Cell Science (NCCS), Pune, has opened applications for multiple project-based roles, including Project Associate-II, Senior Research Fellow (SRF), and Junior Research Fellow (JRF). These positions are available on a temporary basis. AVAILABLE POSITIONS AND VACANCIES As per the NCCS Pune Recruitment 2025 notification, a total of 07 vacancies are available for the following positions: S.No.Post NameProject NameVacancy1Project Associate-IIRole of serotonin receptor signaling in tumor immunity12Senior Research Fellow (SRF)AYUSH Centre of Excellence13Senior Research Fellow (SRF)PD-L1 immune suppression in cancer microenvironment14Junior Research Fellow (JRF)LNCRNA-guided regulation of genome integrity15Junior Research Fellow (JRF)AYUSH Centre of Excellence16Senior Research Fellow (SRF)Virus-nuclear pore complex interactions17Junior Research Fellow (JRF)Mycobacterium tuberculosis-human protein interactions1Total7 AGE LIMIT Applicants must meet the following age criteria: S.No.Post NameAge Limit1Project Associate-IINot more than 35 years2Senior Research Fellow (SRF)Not more than 32 years3Senior Research Fellow (SRF)Not more than 32 years4Junior Research Fellow (JRF)Not more than 28 years5Junior Research Fellow (JRF)Not more than 28 years6Senior Research Fellow (SRF)Not more than 32 years7Junior Research Fellow (JRF)Not more than 28 years ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Project Associate-II Master's degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences/MVSc or a Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology/Medicine. At least two years of experience in Research and Development (R&D) in Industrial/Academic institutions or Science and Technology organizations. Senior Research Fellow (SRF) Post-Graduate degree in Basic Science or Graduate/Post-Graduate degree in a Professional Course. Minimum two years of research experience. Must have cleared CSIR-UGC NET/GATE or equivalent national-level examination. Junior Research Fellow (JRF) A four-year B.S./BPharm/MBBS/Integrated BS-MS/MSc/BE/BTech degree with at least 55% marks. Candidates must have qualified NET/GATE or equivalent examination. For further details, refer to the official notification. SELECTION PROCESS Candidates will be shortlisted through a walk-in interview. Only those fulfilling the eligibility criteria will be considered. WALK-IN INTERVIEW DETAILS DetailsInformationReporting Time09:30 AMDateApril 2, 2025VenueNational Centre for Cell Science, NCCS Complex, Savitribai Phule Pune University Campus, Ganeshkhind Road, Pune – 411007, Maharashtra, India Note: If the number of candidates is high, the interview may extend to April 3, 2025. SALARY STRUCTURE Selected candidates will receive the following remuneration: S.No.Post NameMonthly Salary1Project Associate-IIRs. 35,000 - 42,000 + HRA2Senior Research Fellow (SRF)Rs. 42,000 + HRA3Senior Research Fellow (SRF)Rs. 42,000 + HRA4Junior Research Fellow (JRF)Rs. 37,000 - 42,000 + HRA5Junior Research Fellow (JRF)Rs. 35,000 + HRA6Senior Research Fellow (SRF)Rs. 35,000 + HRA7Junior Research Fellow (JRF)Rs. 37,000 + HRA TENURE DETAILS The appointment duration for each role is as follows: S.No.Post NameTenure1Project Associate-IIUntil Sept 10, 20262Senior Research Fellow (SRF)Until Mar 21, 20263Senior Research Fellow (SRF)Until Mar 19, 20264Junior Research Fellow (JRF)3 Years5Junior Research Fellow (JRF)Until Mar 21, 20266Senior Research Fellow (SRF)Until Apr 2, 20267Junior Research Fellow (JRF)Until Sept 30, 2027 HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria should attend the walk-in interview with the following documents: Duly filled application form (available with the official notification). Proof of Date of Birth. Recent passport-size photograph. Final/Provisional Degree Certificate. NET/GATE/National Level Exam Scorecard. Caste Certificate and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (if applicable). Work Experience Certificates (if applicable). FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs) Q1: What positions are available in NCCS Recruitment 2025? A: Positions include Project Associate-II, Senior Research Fellow (SRF), and Junior Research Fellow (JRF). Q2: How many vacancies are available? A: There are a total of 07 vacancies. Q3: What is the salary for selected candidates? A: The salary ranges from Rs. 35,000 to Rs. 42,000 per month, plus HRA. Q4: Where can I find the official notification? A: The official notification can be accessed at: Click Here Candidates are encouraged to check the official notification for any updates regarding NCCS Recruitment 2025.