Overview
MACS - Agharkar Research Institute, Pune has released a recruitment notification for the post of Scientist- 'C' Genetics & Plant Breeding Group; Scientist- 'C' in Developmental Biology (2 (1 per post, UR) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online, then a printout with documents sent by post before 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in the Employment News.
Key Details
- Organization
- MACS - Agharkar Research Institute, Pune
- Vacancies
- 2 (1 per post, UR)
- Advertisement No
- ADVT/ Rect.P/Scientist-C/01/2026
- Last date to apply
- 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in the Employment News
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in the Employment News |
| Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes and other categories | As per instructions or orders issued by the Central Government from time to time |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
The notice advertises 2 Scientist-C posts on a direct recruitment basis. Sr. No.: Post | Post Code | Pay Level | No. of Post(s) | Age Limit | Category 1: Scientist- 'C' Genetics & Plant Breeding Group | Genetics & Plant Breeding/Scientist-C/2026 | 11 | 1 (One) | 40 | UR 2: Scientist- 'C' in Developmental Biology | Developmental Biology /Scientist- C/2026 | 11 | 1 (One) | 40 | UR The place of work for the first post is the Genetics & Plant Breeding Group of ARI, Pune. For the second post, it is the Developmental Biology Group of ARI, Pune.
Age Limit
For both posts, the upper age limit for direct recruitment shall not exceed 40 years. The crucial date for deciding the age limit and eligibility is the closing date for submission of applications. Category: Relaxation Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes and other categories: As per instructions or orders issued by the Central Government from time to time Government servants and employees of Autonomous Research Organisations / Research Institutes / Universities, etc.: Up to five years, as per orders issued by the Central Government from time to time For the discipline-specific eligibility of each post, check the official notification.
How to Apply
• Fill in and submit the application online at the link given in the notice (arijob.ourlib.in), using a valid email ID. • Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs.500/- online through SBI Collect (onlinesbi.sbi/sbicollect): Educational Institutions - Category - Agharkar Research Institute - Payment Category - Others - Enter Payment details. SC/ST and women candidates are excepted from the fee. • Write the online receipt number in the application form, and attach the receipt of the online fee payment. • Take a printout of the submitted application and attach self-attested copies of the documents listed below. • Write "Application for <Post Code>" on the envelope, for example "Application for Genetics & Plant Breeding/Scientist-C/2026". • Send it to the Director, Agharkar Research Institute, Gopal Ganesh Agarkar Road, Pune – 411 004, within 30 days from the date the advertisement is published in the Employment News. The last date is 45 days from the date of publication in the Employment News for candidates in Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh Division of J & K State, Lahaul and Spiti District and Pangi Sub Division of Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Island and Lakshadweep. The Institute is not responsible for incomplete, pending or failed online fee transactions; in such cases candidates may contact the bank concerned.
Important Instructions
• Incomplete or partially filled application forms will not be considered. • Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification. • All correspondence will be made through email only. The Institute is not responsible if a candidate does not receive the call letter in time because of technical issues. • Any addendum, corrigendum or update about the recruitment will be posted only on the Institute's website, www.aripune.res.in. The Institute's email is [email protected]. • No correspondence will be entertained from candidates who are not called for interview or selected. • The Institute reserves the right to cancel the recruitment without giving any reason. It may also cancel an appointment, even after the appointment letter is issued, if a mistake in the selection is detected. • Legal proceedings arising from this advertisement can be instituted only in Pune, and the courts at Pune have sole jurisdiction. • The notice advises submitting the online application well before the closing date, because the portal may be overloaded in the last days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for MACS ARI Scientist-C Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online?
Last Date to Apply: 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in the Employment News; Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes and other categories: As per instructions or orders issued by the Central Government from time to time
What is the application fee?
Rs.500/- (non-refundable), except SC/ST and women candidates
What is the age limit?
Upper age limit not exceeding 40 years