ACTREC Junior Research Fellow Walk-in Recruitment 2026: Overview
The Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC), functioning under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has released an official recruitment notice (Advt. No. ACTREC/ADVT-224/2026) for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This selection process is conducted via a direct walk-in interview to fill 1 contractual research post at its Kharghar campus in Navi Mumbai.
Detailed Vacancy & Eligibility Breakdown
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Tata Memorial Centre - Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC) |
| Advertisement No. | ACTREC/ADVT-224/2026 |
| Post | Junior Research Fellow (on project) |
| Total Vacancies | 1 (the notice does not print a number) |
| Salary | Rs. 46,990 per month, consolidated |
| How to Apply | Walk-in interview |
| Notice Date | 29.10.2026 |
| Walk-in Date | 12.11.2026 |
| Job Location | Kharghar, Navi Mumbai |
| Website | www.actrec.gov.in |
| Post | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (on project) | Not Mentioned | Rs. 46,990 per month consolidated (Rs. 37,000 + 27% HRA) |
Qualified research scholars with a strong background in Life Sciences or Biotechnology who wish to contribute to cutting-edge cancer research can check more Post Graduate jobs in Maharashtra alongside this opportunity. Candidates meeting the qualifying criteria can report directly for the document screening and interview on the scheduled date.
Eligibility Criteria & Minimum Educational Qualifications
To participate in this walk-in interview, candidates must strictly satisfy the essential educational qualifications and national-level examination credentials prescribed by the institute:
- Educational Qualification: M.Sc. or equivalent degree in Life Sciences / Basic Sciences, OR M.Tech in Biotechnology from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks.
- National Entrance Qualification: Candidates must have qualified CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or any other recognized national-level entrance examination qualifying them for pursuing a Ph.D. program.
- Degree Duration Restriction: Candidates holding a one-year M.Sc. degree will NOT be considered eligible for this fellowship.
- Preferred Technical Skills: Prior practical experience in molecular biology techniques, mice handling, and mammalian cell culture is desirable, though not mandatory.
- Age Limit: As per standard recruitment norms of the organization.
Salary Structure & Contract Tenure
The selected candidate for the Junior Research Fellow position will receive a consolidated fellowship stipend without additional allowances. Details regarding remuneration and service terms are outlined below:
- Consolidated Monthly Fellowship: Rs. 46,990 per month (fixed).
- Initial Tenure: 6 Months from the date of joining.
- Extension Terms: The fellowship duration may be extended beyond six months based on satisfactory research progress and project requirements.
- Job Location: ACTREC, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Raigad District, Maharashtra.
Job seekers interested in biomedical and administrative careers in Navi Mumbai can also review the TMC ACTREC Senior Assistant Data Manager Walk-in Interview 2026 recruitment details for parallel opportunities at the same institute.
Selection Methodology & Walk-In Interview Details
Selection for the post of Junior Research Fellow relies entirely on personal performance during the walk-in interview followed by real-time document verification. There is no written examination conducted for this posting.
- Selection Stage 1: On-spot Registration & Document Verification.
- Selection Stage 2: Personal Interview by the Selection Committee.
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Walk-In Interview Schedule & Venue Address
Interested candidates must report in person at the specified venue within the official reporting timeframe. Late arrivals will not be entertained under any circumstances.
- Date of Walk-in Interview: 12 November 2026
- Strict Reporting Time: 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
- Interview Venue: Meeting Room I, 3rd Floor, Khanolkar Shodhika, Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC), Kharghar, Navi Mumbai - 410210.
Step-by-Step Procedure to Attend the Walk-in Interview
Since this recruitment is conducted purely through a walk-in drive, candidates do not need to submit an online or offline application form prior to the interview date. Follow these steps to participate:
- Verify your eligibility regarding educational qualifications (60% aggregate in M.Sc./M.Tech) and national exam qualification (NET/GATE).
- Prepare a comprehensive, updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing academic records, project work, and research publications if any.
- Gather all original documents including Class 10 marksheet, degree certificates, semester marksheets, NET/GATE scorecard, and identity proof.
- Prepare one complete set of self-attested photocopies of all original certificates and testimonials.
- Carry recent passport-size photographs along with a valid photo ID (preferably Aadhaar Card).
- Report to Meeting Room I, 3rd Floor, Khanolkar Shodhika, ACTREC, Kharghar precisely between 10:00 AM and 10:30 AM on 12 November 2026 for attendance marking and credential verification.
Mandatory Documents Checklist
Candidates attending the walk-in selection must present the following original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies during registration:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Original M.Sc. / M.Tech Degree Certificates and Marksheets.
- Valid CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, or National Level PhD Entrance Qualification Certificate/Scorecard.
- Class 10 and 12 Board Certificates for age verification.
- Recent Passport-size Photograph.
- Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, or Passport).
- Experience or training certificates (if claiming experience in cell culture, molecular biology, or animal handling).
