Panjab University Recruitment 2026: Senior Research Fellow Post
Panjab University Recruitment 2026 invites applications for Senior Research Fellow under the ALICE Experiment at CERN project. M.Sc. Physics with 55% marks required. NET/GATE-qualified candidates can receive ₹42,000 plus HRA. Apply by 25 August 2026.
Date Posted: 18th August 2026
Organization: Panjab University, Chandigarh
Organization Profile
Panjab University is a collegiate central university located in Chandigarh, India. Its origins date back to 1882, when it was established as the University of the Punjab in Lahore. Following the partition of India in 1947, the university was relocated to Chandigarh and became East Punjab University.
Job Title / Designation
Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
Project Title
Indian Participation in the ALICE Experiment at CERN
Employment Type
Temporary
Essential Qualification
Candidates should possess:
- M.Sc. in Physics
- Minimum 55% marks for General category candidates.
- Minimum 50% marks for SC/ST/PH candidates.
- Degree must be from a recognized University/Institution.
Desirable Qualification / Experience
Preference will be given to candidates having:
- 2 years of experience as JRF
- Experience in Experimental Heavy Ion Collisions
Salary / Pay Scale
₹42,000/- per month (Fixed) + HRA
The remuneration is applicable to NET/GATE-qualified candidates as per DST guidelines.
Duration
The position will initially be available until 31st December 2026 and may be extended further, subject to extension of the project.
Apply Mode
Email / Postal
Last Date to Apply
25th August 2026
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should submit an application on plain paper along with their CV.
Applications should be sent to:
Prof. Lokesh Kumar (PI)
DST Research Project
Department of Physics
Panjab University, Chandigarh
Candidates may also send their applications by email to:
The date and time of the interview will be communicated to eligible candidates through their registered email ID after the last date for receipt of applications.
TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview, as mentioned in the recruitment notification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date Posted | 18th August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25th August 2026 |
| Interview | To be communicated to eligible candidates |
| Project Tenure | Up to 31st December 2026 |
Organization Website
Contact Address
Panjab University
Chandigarh – 160014, India.