Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) invites applications for 9 contractual posts of Project Research Scientist and Project Technical Support at RARI Pune. The recruitment is on a contract basis for a 3-year project focused on safety evaluation of Ayurvedic formulations. Candidates must attend a walk-in interview by 29-01-2026. Qualifications vary by post, including Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in relevant fields. Age limits range up to 35 years. No application fee is required. The selection involves shortlisting and interview.
Vacancy Details
- Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical): 3 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in Toxicology / Pharmacology / Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Veterinary Pathology - Project Technical Support II: 3 vacancies
Qualification: B.Sc. (Biology/Biotechnology/Microbiology) or B.Pharm + 2 years of animal handling experience - Project Technical Support III: 3 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences + 3 years of experience OR Master’s degree in Life Sciences
Qualification Requirements
Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical): Master’s degree in Toxicology / Pharmacology / Biochemistry / Biotechnology / Veterinary Pathology; Project Technical Support II: B.Sc. (Biology/Biotechnology/Microbiology) or B.Pharm + 2 years of animal handling experience; Project Technical Support III: Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences + 3 years of experience OR Master’s degree in Life Sciences.
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 35 years
Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be initially shortlisted based on academic qualifications.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
How to Apply
- Attend the walk-in interview on the scheduled date and time.
- Carry original certificates of educational qualifications, experience, and age proof.
- Bring self-attested photocopies of certificates and two recent passport size photographs.
- Interview and written test will be conducted on the same day at Regional Ayurveda Research Institute, Nehru Garden, near Gandhi Bhavan, Kothrud, Pune 411038, Maharashtra.
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Important Dates
- Walk-in Interview for Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical): 28-01-2026
- Walk-in Interview for Project Technical Support II: 29-01-2026
- Walk-in Interview for Project Technical Support III: 29-01-2026





