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Biodata Jrf

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Biodata Jrf administered by MGU Authority (Gujarat).

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

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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

Related Active Openings under MGU

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Biodata Engagement of Consultant	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-09-30
Biodata Project Scientist I	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2026-07-30
Candidates Provisionally Eligible the Post of Accountant	1 Openings	Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)	2021-08-13
Candidates Qualified Interview	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30

Active Procurement Tenders by MGU

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Pre Bid Meeting Document Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting Link Date at 03 00pm Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Pre Bid Meeting Link Date at 03 00 Pm Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Procurement of Printer Toners for Bcpl GEM 2025 B 6704589	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Biodata Jrf?

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 MGU Authority?

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

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official MGU recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by entering your primary personal details, active email, and mobile number to generate unique login credentials.

Log in to the portal to fill out the comprehensive academic biodata, uploading scanned copies of essential documents including postgraduate degree certificates, NET/GATE scorecards, and identity proof in PDF format.

Complete the detailed application form by specifying your research preferences, publication history, and past project experience, ensuring all mandatory fields align perfectly with your uploaded academic certificates.

Pay the non-refundable application fee online through the integrated payment gateway using net banking, credit/debit cards, or UPI, and download the system-generated transaction receipt for future reference.

Monitor the recruitment portal for the release of the screening test admit card or interview call letter, downloading it using your registered credentials well before the scheduled examination date.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Biodata Jrf 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: Written Screening Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Research Methodology, General Aptitude, Basic Statistics, Data Interpretation, and Core Subject Fundamentals
Stage 2: Technical Presentation & Interview	50 Marks, 30 Minutes	Defense of Master's Thesis, Proposed Research Plan, Domain-Specific Knowledge, and Laboratory Techniques
Stage 3: Document Verification	Qualifying, 1 Day	Verification of Original Academic Certificates, NET/GATE Scorecards, Caste Certificates, and Experience Letters
Stage 4: Final Merit List	Based on Stage 1 & 2 Cumulative Performance	Preparation of Final Selection List based on Weighted Scores of the Screening Test and Interview Performance

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position under the MGU Authority is aligned with the Department of Science and Technology (DST) guidelines, which correspond to a consolidated fellowship of Rs. 37,000 per month for the first two years. When mapped to the equivalent 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 6 (Entry Basic Pay of Rs. 35,400), the structure includes a Dearness Allowance (DA) of 53% amounting to Rs. 18,762. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is provided at Class Y city rates (20%) amounting to Rs. 7,080, alongside a Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 3,600 plus DA. This brings the equivalent Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 66,750. For pure fellowship roles, the payout is Rs. 37,000 plus HRA (ranging from 9% to 27% depending on the city class), yielding a tax-free gross of up to Rs. 46,990 per month, with zero NPS or PF deductions, ensuring a high net in-hand amount.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines, MGU Authority strictly implements statutory reservations. Age relaxations are granted to SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years), and PwBD (10 years) candidates. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to income certificate verification. Women candidates and PwBD applicants are exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity and inclusivity. All reservation claims must be backed by valid, central-format certificates issued by competent authorities during the document verification phase.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Biodata Jrf

What are the qualifying cutoff criteria for the screening test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 50% for General/EWS candidates and 45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates in the written screening test to be shortlisted for the interview.

Is there a normalization process applied to the screening test scores?

If the screening test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard percentile-based normalization method is utilized to ensure equity across different difficulty levels.

Is there a service bond or minimum commitment period for the JRF position?

Yes, selected candidates must sign a commitment bond to serve for a minimum of one year, co-terminus with the initial project duration, before resignation.

What is the probation or evaluation period for the JRF?

The initial appointment is on a temporary basis for one year, with performance evaluated annually by a Progress Review Committee before extension.

Where can I access the detailed syllabus for the domain-specific test?

The detailed syllabus is available on the MGU official portal under the recruitment tab, aligned with CSIR-UGC NET and GATE standards.

Where will the selected JRFs be posted?

Selected candidates will be posted at the main campus of Mahatma Gandhi University or designated partner research laboratories and field stations.