Agharkar Research Institute Research Student Recruitment 2026

ARI Pune Research Student Recruitment 2026 - Apply for 1 Post

Facts checked: against the official notice at aripune.res.in on 11 November 2026.

Quick Summary

MACS - Agharkar Research Institute will close online applications for its Research Student position on 20.11.2026. The role is for First Class M.Sc. Botany graduates for a temporary contractual posting in Pune, as per the official notification. Desirable experience includes plant identification, field work in Western Ghats, herbarium preparation, QGIS and Species Distribution Modelling. Selection is through shortlisting and an online interview.

ARI Research Student 2026: Short Details of Notification

MACS - Agharkar Research Institute (ARI), Pune has issued ADVT/RecT/MGB/19/SP-371/2026-27 for engagement of 1 Research Student on a temporary contractual basis.

The engagement is in the Group Biodiversity & Palaeobiology (Plant & Diatoms) under PI Dr. M.N. Datar on a project funded by MGB, Nagpur with tenure up to 26.03.2028. Check the official notification for the full project title, districts covered and other terms.

Applications are invited in online mode only from candidates with First Class M.Sc. Botany plus field and herbarium skills.

ARI Research Student 2026 Important Dates

ARI will accept online applications from 09.11.2026 to 20.11.2026, as per the official notification.

Both the fee payment through SBI Collect and the final online submission must be completed by 20.11.2026. Age will also be counted with reference to that closing date.

ARI Research Student 2026 Application Fee

The application fee is Rs. 100, non-refundable, payable online through SBI Collect, as per the official notification.

Exemption is available only to SC, ST, Divyang and Women candidates; no other category-wise fee is listed. The table below shows the amount, exemption and payment mode. Applicants who pay must enter the online receipt number in the application form, so payment should be completed before filling the form.

ARI Research Student 2026 Age Limit and Relaxation

The upper age limit is 30 years as on the closing date of the advertisement, as per the official notification.

Relaxation is available to OBC, SC, ST and other categories as per Government of India regulations, and the table reflects that position. Candidates claiming relaxation must hold a caste certificate from the competent authority for the reserved category. No separate post-wise or category-wise age chart is given in the notice.

ARI Research Student 2026 Vacancy Details

There is 1 vacancy for the post of Research Student, as per the official notification.

The table below shows the single opening without any further category-wise or project-wise break-up. It is a temporary contractual engagement at ARI Pune rather than a cadre post with multiple seats. Applicants should apply only if their Botany specialisation matches this one position.

ARI Research Student 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Only candidates with First Class in M.Sc. Botany can apply, as per the official notification.

• First Class in M.Sc. Botany
• Desirable: specialization in plant identification with experience of field work in Western Ghats, herbarium preparation, QGIS and Species Distribution Modelling

This bars allied degrees without the Botany core, even with high marks or research experience elsewhere. The desirable profile is narrow and practical: specialisation in plant identification, field work experience in the Western Ghats, herbarium preparation, and working familiarity with QGIS and Species Distribution Modelling.

These desirable skills are not marked mandatory, but with a single seat they will decide who gets shortlisted for interview.

ARI Research Student 2026 Selection Process

Selection is by shortlisting of applications followed by online interview. No written test is mentioned in the notice.

1. Shortlisting of applications if large number received
2. Online interview

What this means for applicants

• Shortlisting is applied only if a large number of applications is received, using desirable qualifications and experience
• Shortlist and Day/Date/time of online interview will be displayed on the Institute website
• Only shortlisted candidates appear for the online interview

ARI Research Student 2026 Salary and Pay Scale

The selected candidate will receive Rs. 28000 per month as fixed stipend.

There is no pay matrix, grade pay, increment or allowance break-up — the amount is fixed for this temporary engagement. The engagement is purely contractual, with no TA payable and no right to a post in ARI or the funding agency.

How to Apply Online for ARI Research Student 2026

Applications can be submitted only in online mode before the closing date. Follow these steps:

1. Read the advertisement PDF for ADVT/RecT/MGB/19/SP-371/2026-27 and confirm First Class M.Sc. Botany and age conditions.
2. Pay the ₹100 fee online through SBI Collect — exempted for SC/ST/Divyang/Women — before filling the form and note the online receipt number exactly.
3. Open the Apply Online portal for the Research Student engagement.
4. Fill the application, entering the SBI Collect online receipt number where asked.
5. Submit before 20.11.2026 and save the final submitted copy and fee receipt for reference.

Documents Required for ARI Research Student 2026

Keep scanned copies of the following ready for the online form:

• Self-attested scanned certificates as mentioned in Essential Qualification
• Recent passport size photograph
• Caste certificate issued by competent authority for reserved category
• Receipt of online payment of fees with online receipt number in application form
• Self-attested scanned certificates as mentioned in Essential Qualification
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Caste certificate issued by competent authority, for reserved category claim
• Receipt of online payment of fees, with online receipt number entered in the application form

ARI Research Student 2026 Important Links

All actions for this recruitment run through two online points, as listed in the table below.

Use the advertisement link to verify dates, fee, age, eligibility and selection terms before filling anything. Use the application link to submit the form and receipt details within the notified window. As per the official notification, no offline submission address is given, so refer to the official notice for any corrigendum.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to apply for MACS-Agharkar Research Institute Research Student Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 20 November 2026, while the application window opens from 9 November 2026. Applications must be submitted online.

Who is eligible for the Research Student post?

You need a first class in M.Sc. Botany to apply. Preference will be given to candidates with specialisation in plant identification, field work in the Western Ghats, herbarium preparation, QGIS and Species Distribution Modelling.

What is the application fee for ARI Research Student Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is Rs. 100, which is non-refundable and must be paid online through SBI Collect. SC, ST, Divyang and women candidates are exempted from paying the fee.

What stipend will the Research Student receive?

The selected Research Student will receive a fixed stipend of Rs. 28,000 per month.

How can I apply for the ARI Research Student post?

Apply online at http://arijob.ourlib.in/ and enter the SBI Collect receipt number in the application form. You must also upload self-attested qualification certificates, a recent passport-size photograph, caste certificate if applicable, and the fee payment receipt.

What is the selection process for the Research Student post?

Applicants will be shortlisted if a large number of applications are received, and only shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview. Refer to the official notification at https://aripune.res.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/AdvTRecT_19-SP-371_RS-2026-27-Final.pdf for details on display of the shortlist on the website, TA and contractual no-claim conditions.