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Mgcub s Recruitment for Research Project Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Mgcub for the post of S Recruitment For Research Project. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Mahatma Gandhi Central University (MGCUB Motihari)
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Portal: mgcub.ac.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-09-30

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2026-09-30

Essential Educational Qualification

Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

1. CBT Paper-1 (General & Technical), 2. CBT Paper-2 (Core Engineering Discipline), 3. Document Verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-09-30. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: 1. CBT Paper-1 (General & Technical), 2. CBT Paper-2 (Core Engineering Discipline), 3. Document Verification.
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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

1

Visit the official MGCUB recruitment portal, navigate to the active project vacancies section, and complete the One-Time Registration by providing a valid email address and mobile number.

2

Log in to fill out the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, research publications, GATE or NET scores, and prior laboratory or field experience details.

3

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, postgraduate degree, consolidated marksheets, category certificate, and a passport-sized photograph in the prescribed format.

4

Pay the non-refundable application fee online via the integrated SBI Collect payment gateway using net banking, credit or debit cards, or Unified Payments Interface.

5

Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation PDF, and monitor the portal for the release of the shortlisted candidates list and interview call letters.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Mgcub s Recruitment for Research Project Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam PaperWeightage & DurationCore Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Screening of Applications Qualifying / Shortlisting based on API Score Evaluation of postgraduate percentage, NET or GATE qualification, research publications, and relevance of prior project experience to the advertised domain.
Stage 2: Written Domain Test 100 Marks / 120 Minutes Research Methodology, biostatistics, data interpretation, subject-specific advanced domain knowledge, and laboratory safety protocols.
Stage 3: Personal Interview 50 Marks / Variable Duration Presentation of previous research work, defense of postgraduate thesis, technical viva-voce, and assessment of practical laboratory skills.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination Qualifying Verification of original academic degrees, category certificates, experience letters, and submission of a basic medical fitness certificate.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Recruitment for Research Project positions at Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Bihar (MGCUB), such as Project Associate-I or Research Assistant, is aligned with DST/CSIR guidelines and mapped to the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 6 equivalent. The entry basic pay for this level is Rs. 35,400. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% (Rs. 18,762), House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class Z city (Motihari) at 9% (Rs. 3,186), and Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 1,800 plus DA (Rs. 2,754), the Gross Monthly Salary is approximately Rs. 60,102. For consolidated fellowship positions (e.g., JRF at Rs. 31,000 plus 9% HRA), the gross is Rs. 33,790. After statutory deductions like National Pension System (NPS) contribution (10% of Basic plus DA, approx. Rs. 5,416) and professional tax, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary for regularized project cadres is approximately Rs. 54,000.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

MGCUB strictly adheres to the Government of India and Department of Personnel and Training guidelines for all project recruitments. Age relaxations are granted as follows: 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is implemented for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). In accordance with Central Government norms, women candidates and PwBD applicants are exempted from paying the application fee, ensuring equal opportunity and promoting gender diversity in scientific research.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Mgcub s Recruitment for Research P

What is the shortlisting criteria for the interview stage?

Candidates are shortlisted based on a cumulative score calculated from their academic records, NET/GATE qualification, and relevant research experience as per UGC and DST guidelines.

Is normalization applied to the written test scores?

If the written test is conducted in multiple shifts, a percentile-based normalization method is applied; otherwise, raw marks are used for single-shift exams.

Is there a service bond for research project positions?

There is no financial service bond, but selected candidates must sign an undertaking to serve for a minimum specified period or give a one-month notice before resigning.

What is the probation or tenure period for these roles?

The positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. The initial appointment is for one year, extendable based on annual performance reviews.

Where can I find the detailed syllabus for the written test?

The detailed syllabus is uploaded on the MGCUB official website under the recruitment tab alongside the specific project advertisement.

Where will the selected candidates be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted at the main campus of Mahatma Gandhi Central University in Motihari, Bihar, or designated field stations as required by the project.