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Project Assistant Under Anrf Proj

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Project Assistant Under Anrf Proj administered by IISERPUNE Authority (Haryana).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: IISERPUNE Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: Haryana

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Due Date for Bid Submission Has Been Extended Upto 02 00 P M Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Project Assistant Under Anrf Proj?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from IISERPUNE Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain iiserpune.ac.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Navigate to the IISER Pune official recruitment portal to initiate the One Time Registration by providing a valid email address and mobile number to receive unique login credentials.

Complete the detailed online application form by entering personal data, academic history from secondary school to post-graduation, and specific research experience relevant to the ANRF project objectives.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including the consolidated mark sheets, degree certificates, experience letters, and a comprehensive curriculum vitae in the specified PDF or JPEG formats.

Remit the application fee through the integrated SBI Collect or digital payment gateway, ensuring the transaction reference number is correctly mapped to the application profile for final validation.

Submit the finalized application and download the system-generated PDF copy, which contains the application number required for downloading the interview call letter or admit card upon shortlisting.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Project Assistant Under Anrf Proj is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Initial Screening and Shortlisting	Qualifying Only	Academic merit, relevance of Master's degree specialization, prior research publications, and alignment of technical skills with the specific ANRF project requirements.
Stage 2: Technical Written Test (Optional)	100 Marks / 90 Minutes	Subject-specific domain knowledge, Research Methodology, Analytical Reasoning, and Basic Computational Skills relevant to the project's scientific field.
Stage 3: Personal Interview	100 Marks	In-depth technical discussion on previous research work, understanding of the ANRF project goals, laboratory techniques, and problem-solving capabilities in a research environment.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Final Merit	Final Selection	Verification of original academic transcripts, caste certificates, experience claims, and medical fitness clearance as per IISER Pune institutional norms.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Project Assistant position at IISER Pune under the ANRF project typically aligns with the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 5 or a consolidated fellowship equivalent to DST norms. For a Level 5 equivalent, the entry basic pay is 29,200 INR. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53%, the DA component amounts to 15,476 INR. Pune is classified as a 'Y' category city for House Rent Allowance (HRA), providing 20% of basic pay, totaling 5,840 INR. Transport Allowance (TA) is set at 3,600 INR plus DA on TA, adding approximately 5,508 INR. The Gross Monthly Salary is estimated at 56,024 INR. After mandatory deductions including National Pension System (NPS) contribution (Basic + DA at 10%) and Professional Tax, the in-hand net salary is approximately 49,000 to 51,000 INR. Under the proposed 8th CPC framework, a 20-25% hike in basic pay is anticipated, further enhancing the total emoluments.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Recruitment for the Project Assistant cadre strictly adheres to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums. A vertical reservation of 15% for SC, 7.5% for ST, 27% for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10% for EWS is maintained. Age relaxations are granted as per Government of India norms: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD candidates. In accordance with official guidelines, women candidates are often granted fee exemptions. The EWS quota is implemented as per the 103rd Constitutional Amendment, ensuring representation for economically weaker sections in scientific project staff appointments.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Project Assistant Under Anrf Proj

What is the expected cutoff for the screening process?

Shortlisting cutoffs are generally based on a minimum of 60% aggregate in the qualifying Master's degree, though higher thresholds are applied based on the volume of applications.

Is there a normalization process for the written test scores?

Normalization is only applied if the written screening test is conducted across multiple shifts to ensure parity in difficulty levels across different question sets.

Does this Project Assistant role involve a service bond?

There is typically no financial service bond, but selected candidates must commit to the project duration, usually providing a one-month notice period before resignation.

What is the duration of the probation period for this role?

The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project; however, an initial observation period of 3 to 6 months is standard to assess performance.

Where will the primary posting location be for this project?

The primary posting is at the IISER Pune campus, though field visits or collaborative work at other ANRF-affiliated laboratories may be required.

Is the syllabus for the interview restricted to the project topic?

While the project topic is central, the interview also covers fundamental concepts of the candidate's core degree subject and general laboratory safety protocols.