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Agharkar Research Institute (ARI Pune) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 01 Project Assistant Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official ARI Pune website. The last date to submit the application form is 22-02-2026. In this article, you’ll find the ARI Pune Project Assistant Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.

ARI Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Overview

Company Name	MACS - Agharkar Research Institute (ARI)
Post Name	Project Assistant
No of Posts	1
Advt No	ADVT/RecT/37/SP-376/PA/2025-26
Salary	Rs. 20,000/- Per Month + HRA
Qualification	B.Sc. in Life Sciences
Age Limit	50 years
Last Date for Apply	22 February 2026
Official Website	http://arijob.ourlib.in

ARI Project Assistant Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF

Candidates should download and read the ARI Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.

Download ARI Project Assistant Job 2026 Notification PDF

Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Project Assistant	1
Total	1

Eligibility Criteria

B.Sc. in Life Sciences (preferably in Botany/Biotechnology/Microbiology or related subjects)
Desirable: M.Sc. in Life Sciences, fungal isolation/culturing/preservation experience, fungal taxonomy experience, bioinformatics tools knowledge

Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
General/OBC	Rs. 100
SC/ST/Divyang/Women	Nil

Payment Mode: Online

Age Limit

Maximum Age: 50 years as on closing date
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: As per Government of India regulations
- OBC: As per Government of India regulations

Salary / Stipend

Rs. 20,000/- Per Month + HRA

Important Dates

Event	Date
Commencement of Online Application	10 February 2026
Last Date to Submit Online Application	22 February 2026
Project Period	09 November 2026

Selection Process

Online Interview

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online for the ARI Project Assistant Recruitment 2026.
Applications must be submitted online on or before 22 February 2026.
To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of ARI to complete the application.
Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
Pay the application fee of Rs. 100/- through https://www.onlinesbi.sbi/sbicollect/ if applicable (except SC/ST/Divyang/Women).
Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

ARI Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 - Important Links

Link Description	URL
Official Notification PDF	Click here
Official Website	Click here

ARI Pune Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for ARI Project Assistant Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 22 February 2026. Candidates must apply before the deadline through the official ARI website at http://arijob.ourlib.in. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Q2. How many Project Assistant posts are available?

ARI has advertised 1 vacancy for the position of Project Assistant under the Biodiversity & Paleobiology (Fungi) Group. This is a temporary position based in Pune, Maharashtra.

Q3. What are the educational qualifications required?

Candidates must have a B.Sc. in Life Sciences, preferably in Botany, Biotechnology, or Microbiology. An M.Sc. in Life Sciences is desirable. Experience in fungal isolation, culturing, preservation, and bioinformatics tools is also desirable.

Q4. What is the age limit for this position?

The maximum age limit is 50 years as on the closing date (22 February 2026). Age relaxation is provided to SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Government of India regulations.

Q5. What is the salary for the Project Assistant position?

The salary is Rs. 20,000/- per month plus HRA (House Rent Allowance). This is a temporary position with a project period beginning 09 November 2026.

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