AAU JRF Recruitment 2026

Assam Agricultural University (AAU) is holding a walk-in interview for 1 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post at the Department of Food Science and Nutrition, College of Community Science, Jorhat. If you have a Postgraduate degree in Food Science and Nutrition, Food Nutrition and Dietetics, or M.Tech in Food Processing, you can attend the interview directly — no online application is needed. The interview is on 31 July 2026 at 11:00 AM. Salary is Rs. 37,000 per month plus 8% HRA, for a project running 3 years.

Assam Agricultural University (AAU) JRF Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The Department of Food Science and Nutrition, College of Community Science, AAU Jorhat has invited candidates for a walk-in interview to fill 1 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) post under a DBT-funded project titled “Bridging Tradition and Innovation: Nano-biotechnological Interventions for Preserving Apong Authenticity and Enhancing Shelf Life”. Apong is a traditional fermented rice beverage of Assam, and this project studies ways to preserve its authenticity and extend its shelf life using nano-biotechnology. This is a walk-in interview, not an online recruitment drive — you simply show up on the interview day with your bio-data and documents. It suits postgraduates in food science, nutrition, or food processing who want hands-on research experience on a government-funded project.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You need a Postgraduate degree in Food Science and Nutrition, Food Nutrition and Dietetics, or M.Tech in Food Processing, or a subject relevant to the project's research area, with a minimum of 60% marks.
• Experience: You must have at least 6 months of work experience in a project.
• You must bring original certificates, mark sheets, bio-data, and other testimonials for verification at the interview.

Age Limit

• You should be up to 45 years old to apply for this post.

Salary

• The selected candidate will get Rs. 37,000 per month plus 8% House Rent Allowance (HRA).
• This is a project-linked post with a duration of 3 years.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

There is no written test — your qualification, project experience, and interview performance will decide your selection.

1. Document Verification: Bring your original certificates and testimonials to the venue for on-the-spot checking.
2. Interview: A selection committee will interview you the same day, and its decision is final and binding.

How to Apply

There is no online application for this recruitment — you attend the interview directly with your documents.

1. Prepare your bio-data on plain paper along with self-attested copies of your certificates and other testimonials.
2. Report in person to the Office of the Head, Department of Food Science and Nutrition, College of Community Science, AAU, Jorhat.
3. Reach the venue by 11:00 AM on 31 July 2026.
4. Carry your original certificates and documents for verification.

Important Dates

• Walk-in Interview Date: 31 July 2026
• Interview Time: 11:00 AM
• Venue: Department of Food Science and Nutrition, College of Community Science, AAU, Jorhat

• Carry out laboratory experiments related to nano-biotechnology and food preservation of Apong
• Collect and analyze data for the DBT-funded research project
• Assist the Principal Investigator in day-to-day project activities
• Maintain laboratory records, equipment, and samples properly
• Prepare project reports and documentation for submission to the funding agency
• Support field or lab data collection related to the project's research area
• Coordinate with other project team members and the Department on research tasks