NEHU Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 2 Project Associate, Field Assistant Posts
North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong, is holding a walk-in interview on 5 November 2026 for one Project Associate-I and one Field Assistant post. Both posts are in a DBT-funded research project at the Department of Biochemistry. The Project Associate-I post needs an M.Sc. in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Botany or a relevant subject. The Field Assistant post needs a B.Sc. in Life Sciences or Agricultural Sciences. Candidates must report before 1:30 P.M. and bring a filled-in application form.
NEHU Project Associate-I and Field Assistant Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | North-Eastern Hill University, Shillong |
| Advertisement No. | Biochem/AK/DBT proj/2026-27/11 |
| Notice date | 28.10.2026 |
| Posts | Project Associate-I (PA-I), Field Assistant (FA) |
| Total vacancies | 2 (1 for each post) |
| How to apply | Walk-in interview with a filled-in application form |
| Interview date | 05.11.2026 at 2:00 P.M. |
| Reporting time | Before 1:30 P.M. |
| Venue | Seminar Hall, Department of Biochemistry, NEHU |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
About NEHU
North-Eastern Hill University is a university in East Khasi Hills district, Shillong - 793022, Meghalaya. Both posts are in a research project funded by DBT, Government of India, titled "Assessment of silicate solubilizing bacterial biodiversity and abundance with physicochemical characteristics of paddy fields in East Khasi Hills, Meghalaya, for development of location specific biofertilizer". The project was sanctioned to Dr. Arvind Kumar, Principal Investigator, Department of Biochemistry, NEHU, Shillong.
NEHU Project Associate-I and Field Assistant Vacancy Details 2026
| Post | Vacancies | Fellowship (per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I (PA-I) | 01 | Rs. 31,000/- + HRA as per DBT OM for candidates who qualified CSIR-UGC NET-LS, GATE or national-level examinations conducted by central government departments and their agencies; Rs 25,000/- + HRA as per DBT OM for others |
| Field Assistant (FA) | 01 | Rs. 20,000/- + HRA as per DBT OM |
NEHU Project Associate-I and Field Assistant Eligibility 2026
Upper Age Limit
| Post | Upper age limit |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | 35 years |
| Field Assistant | 50 years |
The application form asks for the candidate's age as on the last date of the advertisement.
Project Associate-I
- Essential: M.Sc. in Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Botany/or relevant subjects.
- Desirable: Experience in soil microbiology, molecular biology and phylogenetic analysis.
Field Assistant
- Essential: B.Sc. in Life Sciences or Agricultural Sciences.
- Desirable: M.Sc. in Biochemistry/Biotechnology/Microbiology.
Meeting the essential qualification or experience does not by itself guarantee selection. For the full eligibility of each post, check the official notification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice date | 28.10.2026 |
| Reporting time | 05.11.2026, before 1:30 P.M. |
| Walk-in interview | 05.11.2026 at 2:00 P.M. |
Selection Process
Candidates are selected through a walk-in interview held by a selection committee. The committee's decision is final. Candidates must produce original documents showing their qualifications, age, experience and so on at the interview. If any of these documents is later found to be incorrect, at any stage, the selection is cancelled automatically.
Service Conditions
- The appointments are purely temporary and follow the rules of DBT, Govt. of India, and North Eastern Hill University, Shillong.
- The positions are entirely temporary and end when the project ends.
- Project Associate-I tenure: initially six months. It may be extended up to a maximum of 10.06.2029, subject to satisfactory performance.
- Field Assistant tenure: initially six months. It may be extended up to a maximum of 10.06.2027, subject to satisfactory performance.
- Other terms and conditions that DBT, Government of India, sets for Project Associate-I and FA will also apply.
- Working professionals and candidates who are studying for any course must submit an NOC from their Head of Department.
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
How to Apply for NEHU Project Associate-I and Field Assistant Recruitment 2026
- Download the official notification. The application form is on the last two pages.
- Fill in the form: the position applied for, personal details, educational qualifications from 10th onwards, any national-level examination qualified (NET-LS/NET-JRF/GATE/DBT-BET/other), experience in chronological order and research publications.
- Paste a recent passport-size photograph and sign the declaration.
- If you are applying for both posts, fill in a separate form for each post.
- Report to the Seminar Hall, Department of Biochemistry, NEHU, before 1:30 P.M. on 5 November 2026. Bring the form, copies of your supporting documents and the originals.
Documents to Bring (self-attested copies)
- Proof of date of birth
- Mark sheets and certificates of all examinations passed
- Category certificate, if applicable
- NET/GATE certificate, if any
- Experience certificate or research publication, if any
- NOC from the Head of Department (working professionals and candidates pursuing a course)
Important Links
| Link | Open |
|---|---|
| Official notification (PDF) | NEHU walk-in notification (PDF) |
| Application form | Application form (last two pages of the notification PDF) |
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the NEHU walk-in interview?
The interview starts at 2:00 P.M. on 5 November 2026 in the Seminar Hall, Department of Biochemistry, NEHU, Shillong. Candidates must report before 1:30 P.M.
How much does the Project Associate-I post pay?
Candidates who qualified CSIR-UGC NET-LS, GATE or a similar national-level examination get Rs. 31,000/- per month plus HRA as per DBT OM. Other candidates get Rs 25,000/- per month plus HRA.
What is the Field Assistant's monthly pay?
Rs. 20,000/- per month plus HRA as per DBT OM.
What qualification is needed for the Field Assistant post?
A B.Sc. in Life Sciences or Agricultural Sciences. An M.Sc. in Biochemistry, Biotechnology or Microbiology is desirable.
Can I apply for both posts?
Yes. Bring a separate filled-in application form for each post.
How long will the appointment last?
Both posts start with six months. Project Associate-I can be extended up to 10.06.2029 and Field Assistant up to 10.06.2027, subject to satisfactory performance. The posts end when the project ends.
Will NEHU pay travel costs for the interview?
No. The notice says no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
I am working or studying. Do I need any extra document?
Yes. Working professionals and candidates pursuing any course must submit an NOC from their Head of Department.
What is the age limit for Project Associate-I?
The upper age limit is 35 years for Project Associate-I. For Field Assistant it is 50 years.