ADVERTISEMENT NO. 2026/23
TIFR Recruitment 2026
5 Temporary Project Posts at TIFR, Mumbai
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) has invited online applications for various posts tenable at TIFR, Colaba, Mumbai.
Last Date: 15 September 2026
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Organization
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)
Total Posts
5 Posts
Last Date
15 September 2026
Posting Location
TIFR, Colaba, Mumbai
Highest Monthly TME
₹84,200
Application Mode
Online Only
Recruitment Nature
Temporary Project Appointment
Selection
Post-wise Tests / Interview
🔎 TIFR Recruitment 2026 — Verified Details
Official verification:
This post is based on TIFR Advertisement No. 2026/23 and the official
TIFR Career E-Notice. Applicants should always check the official
notification before submitting an application.
TIFR has advertised five temporary posts at its Colaba campus in Mumbai. All applications are accepted ONLY ONLINE, and incomplete online applications will not be considered.
The official notice states that the appointments are temporary and non-pensionable and may be renewed each year up to a total period of three years depending upon performance.
📊 Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancy | Reservation | Maximum Age | Monthly TME |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Laboratory Assistant (B) [Air Conditioning] | 1 | UR | 28 Years | ₹41,100 |
| Project Scientific Officer (B) | 1 | UR | 28 Years | ₹84,200 |
| Project Clerk (A) — Sr. No. 3 | 1 | UR | 45 Years | ₹41,100 |
| Project Clerk (A) — Sr. No. 4 | 1 | UR | 45 Years | ₹41,100 |
| Project Work Assistant | 1 | UR | 45 Years | ₹32,300 |
🔧 Project Laboratory Assistant (B)
Vacancy
1 — UR
Trade
Air Conditioning
Age
Maximum 28 Years
Salary
₹41,100 per month
🔬 Project Scientific Officer (B)
Vacancy
1 — UR
Age
Maximum 28 Years
Salary
₹84,200 per month
📁 Project Clerk (A) — Post 3
Vacancy
1 — UR
Age
Maximum 45 Years
Salary
₹41,100 per month
📁 Project Clerk (A) — Post 4
Vacancy
1 — UR
Age
Maximum 45 Years
Salary
₹41,100 per month
🛠️ Project Work Assistant
Vacancy
1 — UR
Age
Maximum 45 Years
Salary
₹32,300 per month
🔧 1. Project Laboratory Assistant (B) — Air Conditioning
🎓 Educational Qualification
- National Trade Certificate (NTC) with aggregate 60% marks awarded by National Council of Vocational Training (NCVT) in Air Conditioning; OR
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) with aggregate 60% marks awarded by NCVT in Air Conditioning trade.
💼 Experience
Desirable: One year experience in Air Conditioning trade.
🛠️ Job Requirement
The selected candidate will be required to work in shift duties.
📝 Selection Process
Written Test and Trade Test.
💰 Salary
Consolidated Pay including HRA: ₹41,100 per month.
🔬 2. Project Scientific Officer (B)
🎓 Essential Qualification
- Full-time M.Sc./M.S. from a recognized University/Institute with aggregate 60% marks in Physics/Mathematics/Computer Science or any related subject/discipline in theoretical/mathematical sciences; OR
- Full-time B.E./B.Tech. from a recognized University/Institute with aggregate 60% marks in relevant subject/discipline.
- Professional experience related to science communication using online multimedia or web design tools.
💼 Job Profile
- Assist faculty members, postdocs and students in creating scientific presentations and teaching materials.
- Categorize, index and maintain databases of scientific and teaching materials.
- Create and maintain a portal for sharing the database.
- Support science communication and outreach activities.
- Highlight research output of TIFR members.
- Assist with YouTube/social-media outreach activities.
- Assist in writing, editing and formatting non-technical summaries.
⭐ Desirable Qualification / Experience
- Full-time ME/M.Tech with 60% marks in relevant disciplines.
- Experience with web designing, video creation and multimedia using AI-based tools.
- Familiarity with word-processing, photo-editing, video-editing and content-management software.
- Experience working with a research institute/body in science communication/outreach.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Background/interest in theoretical sciences relevant to TIFR Colaba.
- Organisational skills and ability to work in a group.
📝 Selection Process
Written Test + Skill Test + Personal Interview.
💰 Salary
Consolidated Pay including HRA: ₹84,200 per month.
Travel benefit specifically mentioned:
Outstation candidates called for the recruitment process for this post
will be paid single first-class (non-air-conditioned) / III Tier AC return
fare by the shortest route from the nearest railway station of their place
of residence, subject to the conditions stated in the official notice.
📁 3 & 4. Project Clerk (A)
The advertisement contains two Project Clerk (A) posts, each with one UR vacancy.
🎓 Educational Qualification
- Graduate from a recognized University/Institute with aggregate 50% marks.
- Knowledge of typing.
- Knowledge of use of personal computers and applications supported by certificates from government-recognized institutions.
- Minimum one year experience in clerical duties and correspondence in a large and reputed organization.
⭐ Desirable
- Graduation in any field with basic knowledge of store keeping procedures.
- For the second Project Clerk entry, candidates with experience as Clerk or similar position in Government/Semi-Government/Autonomous Bodies/PSUs will be preferred.
- Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel and database-based management, supported by certificate from a government-recognized institution, as specified in the advertisement.
💼 Job Profile
Inventory management, documentation and records, storekeeping, clerical support and digitalisation of records.
📝 Selection Process
Written Test and Skill Test.
💰 Salary
Consolidated Pay including HRA: ₹41,100 per month.
🛠️ 5. Project Work Assistant
🎓 Educational Qualification
- S.S.C. or equivalent from Central/State Board Examinations.
- Minimum one year experience.
⭐ Desirable
- Experience as Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) or similar work in Government/Semi-Government/Autonomous Bodies/PSUs will be preferred.
- Prior knowledge of event-management work / on-site logistics arrangements.
💼 Role & Responsibilities
- Work under the supervision of PRO/AO (B).
- Coordinate with BMC, PWD, Mumbai Fire Brigade, MTNL and Commissioner of Police officials regarding necessary clearances and licence renewal of Homi Bhabha Auditorium.
- Handle logistics arrangements for conferences, public lectures, VIP visits, educational visits and related activities.
📝 Selection Process
Written Test and Skill Test.
💰 Salary
Consolidated Pay including HRA: ₹32,300 per month.
📝 Recruitment Type — Important Clarification
This is NOT regular/permanent recruitment.
According to the official advertisement, appointment to all five posts is temporary and non-pensionable.
The appointment may be renewed each year up to a total period of three years, depending upon performance.
The candidate will not have any right/claim for temporary or permanent appointment in the Institute during or after the project period.
Selected candidates may also be transferred to other Centres/Field Stations of the Institute if required.
Candidates may be required to work on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays according to the requirements of the Institute and may be required to work in shifts when necessary.
🎂 Age Limit & Relaxation
- Project Laboratory Assistant (B): Maximum 28 years.
- Project Scientific Officer (B): Maximum 28 years.
- Project Clerk (A): Maximum 45 years.
- Project Work Assistant: Maximum 45 years.
The candidate's age must not exceed the prescribed limit on the closing date for receipt of applications. Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.
SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates may apply for the unreserved posts, subject to the conditions in the official advertisement.
💰 Salary, Benefits & Career Growth
💵 Monthly Consolidated Pay
- Project Scientific Officer (B): ₹84,200 including HRA.
- Project Laboratory Assistant (B): ₹41,100 including HRA.
- Project Clerk (A): ₹41,100 including HRA.
- Project Work Assistant: ₹32,300 including HRA.
🎁 Benefits Mentioned in the Advertisement
- Consolidated remuneration includes HRA for the advertised posts.
- Eligible outstation candidates for Project Scientific Officer (B) may receive travel reimbursement subject to official conditions.
- Work experience at a major research institution can be professionally valuable.
📈 Promotion / Career Growth
The notification does not provide a regular promotion ladder
or permanent-service career progression for these project appointments.
Therefore, this post does not claim guaranteed promotion, regular cadre
benefits or permanent absorption.
The practical professional value may include experience in research support, science communication, administration, clerical work, logistics, technical trades or institutional operations depending on the post. Any future employment opportunity is subject to the applicable recruitment rules of the concerned organization.
⚠️ Important Conditions
- Applications will be accepted ONLY ONLINE.
- Incomplete online applications will not be considered.
- Online applications must be submitted by 15 September 2026.
- Government/Semi-Government/PSU/Autonomous Body candidates, if called, must produce NOC from the competent authority at the selection process.
- Selected candidates may be transferred to other Centres/Field Stations if required.
- Saturday/Sunday/holiday duties may be required.
- Shift work may be required.
- The Institute may restrict the number of candidates called for recruitment.
- Merely satisfying minimum eligibility does not guarantee being called for selection.
- The Institute reserves the right not to fill any advertised post.
- Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate.
- The Institute may conduct written tests, skill tests and interviews online or in person.
📂 Documents Required
Candidates called for the recruitment process should produce original documents along with copies.
- Printout of online application form.
- Identity proof — Aadhaar / Election Card / PAN Card / Passport / Driving Licence.
- Date of Birth / proof of age.
- All educational qualification mark sheets and certificates.
- University/Board certificate or norms for conversion of CGPA/grades into percentage, wherever applicable.
- Experience certificate(s).
- Character certificates from two respectable people.
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD certificate wherever applicable in Government of India format.
- PwBD disability certificate in the prescribed format, where applicable.
💳 Application Fee
Application fee: Not specified in the supplied official Advertisement No. 2026/23.
Do not pay ₹500 or any other amount merely because it appears on another website or another recruitment advertisement. Applicants should check the official TIFR application portal for any fee instruction applicable during submission.
📝 How to Apply Online — Step-by-Step Guide
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Open the official TIFR Career page.
Go to the TIFR official Career E-Notice and locate Advertisement No. 2026/23. -
Read the official advertisement completely.
Check the post-specific qualification, experience, age limit and selection method before applying. -
Select the correct post.
Choose the post for which your educational qualification and experience satisfy the official requirements. -
Open the online application portal.
Use the official TIFR recruitment application link provided below. -
Register / log in.
Create your application account or log in as instructed by the TIFR portal. -
Enter your details carefully.
Fill personal information, educational qualifications, experience and other required information exactly as supported by your certificates. -
Review the application.
Check name, date of birth, category, qualification, marks, experience, contact details and selected post before final submission. -
Submit the online application before the deadline.
The official advertisement states that online applications must be submitted by 15 September 2026. -
Save proof of submission.
Download/print the submitted application and keep it safely for the recruitment process. -
Prepare original documents.
If called for the recruitment process, carry the original certificates and copies specified in the official notification.
🎯 Selection Process — Post Wise
| Post | Selection Method |
|---|---|
| Project Laboratory Assistant (B) | Written Test + Trade Test |
| Project Scientific Officer (B) | Written Test + Skill Test + Personal Interview |
| Project Clerk (A) — Sr. No. 3 | Written Test + Skill Test |
| Project Clerk (A) — Sr. No. 4 | Written Test + Skill Test |
| Project Work Assistant | Written Test + Skill Test |
Important: Do not assume that every TIFR post has the same
selection procedure. The advertisement specifies different recruitment
methods for different posts.
🔗 Important Official Links
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Stay Alert!
- Do not pay unofficial agents for selection.
- Do not share OTPs or passwords with anyone.
- Do not trust fake appointment letters.
- Do not pay anyone promising guaranteed selection.
- Verify recruitment updates only through the official TIFR website.
- Never share banking/payment credentials with unknown persons.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available in TIFR Advertisement 2026/23?
There are 5 advertised posts: 1 Project Laboratory Assistant (B),
1 Project Scientific Officer (B), 2 Project Clerk (A) and
1 Project Work Assistant.
What is the last date to apply?
The official advertisement states that online applications must be submitted
by 15 September 2026.
Is TIFR Recruitment 2026 permanent?
No. The advertisement states that these appointments are temporary and
non-pensionable and may be renewed each year up to a total period of
three years depending upon performance.
What is the highest salary?
The highest advertised consolidated monthly remuneration is
₹84,200 including HRA for Project Scientific Officer (B).
Is there a written examination?
Yes. The official notification specifies a written test for all five
advertised positions. Additional trade/skill tests and a personal interview
are post-specific.
Is there an interview for every post?
No. A Personal Interview is specifically mentioned for Project Scientific
Officer (B). The other listed posts specify written test and skill/trade
test procedures.
Where will selected candidates work?
All five posts are tenable at TIFR, Colaba, Mumbai. The advertisement also
states that selected candidates may be transferred to other Centres/Field
Stations if required.
What is the application mode?
Applications are accepted ONLY ONLINE.
Is an application fee mentioned?
The supplied official Advertisement No. 2026/23 does not specify an
application fee. Candidates should check the official application portal
for any portal-specific instruction.
Can candidates from other cities apply?
Yes, eligibility is based on the conditions of the advertisement, not
residence in Mumbai. Eligible outstation candidates called for the
Project Scientific Officer recruitment process have travel reimbursement
provisions subject to the conditions stated in the notification.
