MKU JRF Recruitment 2026 - ANRF Project

About This Job

Madurai Kamaraj University (MKU), Madurai, has invited applications for 1 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in an ANRF-funded research project. The project focuses on spatio-temporal spectral analysis of Black Carbon in soil profiles for enhanced carbon accounting and climate-smart land management. The fellowship amount is Rs. 37,000 per month as per ANRF guidelines. The last date to apply is 24 April 2026. You need to send your application by email.

MKU JRF Recruitment 2026 - ANRF Black Carbon Soil Analysis Project

Madurai Kamaraj University, one of Tamil Nadu's premier state universities with over 53 years of academic excellence, is hiring a Junior Research Fellow for a cutting-edge environmental science project. The project is funded by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Government of India, and will be carried out under the Department of Bioenergy, School of Energy, Environment and Natural Resources. This is an excellent opportunity for postgraduate science students to gain hands-on research experience in climate science and carbon accounting.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

• M.Sc. degree with First Class in Environmental Science, Physics, Chemistry, Atmospheric Science, Agricultural Science, or other equivalent degree
• Minimum 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA from a recognized university
• Preference will be given to NET qualified candidates

Fellowship / Salary

• Rs. 37,000 per month (1st and 2nd year) as per ANRF guidelines
• Rs. 40,700 per month (3rd year, if upgraded to SRF)
• HRA: 10% of fellowship amount, as applicable

Note: The appointment is purely temporary and co-terminates with the project.

Application Fee

• No application fee mentioned in the notification

Selection Process

1. Screening of Applications: Based on qualifications, academic record, and relevant experience
2. Interview/Assessment: Shortlisted candidates may be called for an interview by the Principal Investigator, Dr. B. Vijay Bhaskar

There is no written exam for this position. Selection will be based on your qualifications, academic performance, and suitability for the research project.

How to Apply

1. Download the prescribed application format from the Madurai Kamaraj University website (mkuniversity.ac.in)
2. Fill in your detailed CV in the prescribed format with all educational qualifications, work experience, and publications
3. Scan all relevant certificates (degree certificates, mark sheets, NET certificate if applicable, experience certificates)
4. Send your completed application and scanned certificates to bvbseen@mkuniversity.ac.in
5. In the subject line of your email, write: "Application for JRF (ANRF)"
6. Make sure you send everything on or before 24 April 2026

For further details, you can contact the Principal Investigator, Dr. B. Vijay Bhaskar, Department of Bioenergy, School of Energy, Environment and Natural Resources, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 07 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 24 April 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced

• Assist in the spatio-temporal spectral analysis of Black Carbon in soil profiles under the guidance of the Principal Investigator
• Collect and process soil samples from designated field sites for carbon accounting research
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments used for spectral analysis and soil characterization
• Prepare research reports, data analysis summaries, and contribute to scientific publications
• Follow standard research protocols and maintain accurate records of all experiments and observations
• Work on data interpretation related to climate-smart land management strategies
• Assist in literature review and preparation of project progress reports for ANRF