Assam Career : Tezpur University, Assam Recruitment 2026

Assam Career : Tezpur University, Assam has released an official advertisement inviting applications for a temporary, project-based career opportunity. The university is onboarding a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) for an advanced research project sponsored by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF).

The selected fellow will work under the supervision of Prof. Nandan Sit within the prestigious Department of Food Engineering and Technology.

Project & Fellowship Overview

The research project is titled "Development of high-moisture meat analogue from protein isolated from tamarind seed and oat okara with improved nutritional and sensory attributes." This is an excellent opportunity for researchers looking to build an impact-driven portfolio in food processing and sustainable food engineering.

Strict Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the fellowship, candidates must meet both the specific academic streams and the mandatory national-level examination criteria.

1. Educational Qualifications

Candidates must hold a B.Tech, M.Tech, Integrated M.Tech, or M.Sc. degree in any of the following fields or specializations:

• Food Process Engineering / Food Engineering / Food Engineering and Technology

• Food Technology / Food Technology and Biochemical Engineering

• Food Biotechnology / Biotechnology / Chemical Engineering

• Food Science / Food Science and Technology / Food Science and Nutrition

• Food Technology and Management / Food Process Engineering and Management

• Food Plant Operations and Management / Food Safety and Quality Management

• Post Harvest Technology / Food Processing and Preservation / Food Process Technology

• Agricultural Engineering

2. Mandatory National Exam Selection

In addition to the degree, applicants must satisfy one of the following:

• Cleared GATE or NET (UGC / CSIR / ICAR) including Lectureship / Assistant Professorship.

• Cleared any national-level examination conducted by Central Government Departments and their specific agencies/institutions (such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER, etc.).

3. Age Limit

• Candidates must not be more than 28 years of age on the final cut-off date for applications.

• Upper age limit relaxations apply for reserved categories as per the official Government of India (GoI) guidelines.

Step-by-Step Email Application Process

Since this is a project recruitment, the application workflow is completely paperless and conducted via official university email correspondence.

1. Download the Format: Obtain the official application form template designated as Annexure-I from the university portal.

2. Compile Documents: Create a single PDF containing your detailed professional Biodata along with self-attested scanned copies of your educational certificates, GATE/NET scorecards, and any past research proofs.

3. Draft the Submission: Send your application packet via email directly to the Principal Investigator:

   • Email Recipient: nandan@tezu.ernet.in

   • Attention To: Prof. Nandan Sit, Department of Food Engineering and Technology, Tezpur University.

4. Final Date for Email Delivery: All electronic applications must reach the PI’s inbox on or before 25th June 2026.

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