NIAB Hyderabad Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply for 5 Posts

NIAB Hyderabad Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply for 5 Posts

NIAB Hyderabad Recruitment 2026: BRIC-National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB), Hyderabad, an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology, is hiring for India’s first Animal Stem Cell Biobank project. 5 posts are open – Project Research Scientist-I and Technical Assistant – for candidates with a background in Life Sciences or Allied Sciences. Online applications close on 9 October 2026.

NIAB Hyderabad Recruitment 2026 at a Glance

Post-wise Vacancies

Who Gets Preference

• Project Research Scientist-I: Hands-on experience in culture characterisation and cryopreservation of stem cells is preferred.
• Technical Assistant: Hands-on experience in cell culture and animal handling is preferred.

How to Apply

1. Fill the online application form at www.niab.res.in, before 9 October 2026, 5:00 PM.
2. No hard copy needs to be sent – apply well ahead of the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
3. Suitable candidates will be screened, intimated by email, and interviewed by a duly constituted Selection Committee.

Only Provisional Degree Certificates or Convocation Degree Certificates are accepted as proof of educational qualification, and experience certificates must be issued by the Head of the Department/Office. Original documents for date of birth, qualifications, and experience are required only at the time of joining.

Why This Opportunity Matters

The Animal Stem Cell Biobank is described as India’s first such repository, and NIAB is a specialized institute under the Department of Biotechnology focused on cutting-edge animal biotech research. For candidates with stem cell or cell culture experience, this project offers a chance to work on foundational infrastructure for India’s animal biotechnology research ecosystem.

Important Links

• Notification PDF: Download Official Notification
• Apply Online: www.niab.res.in
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NIAB Hyderabad Recruitment 2026 – Quick Answers

Q1. How many posts are open at NIAB?

5 posts – 2 Project Research Scientist-I and 3 Technical Assistant, for the Animal Stem Cell Biobank project.

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Q2. What is the last date to apply?

9 October 2026, 5:00 PM.

Q3. What does the Research Scientist post pay?

Rs 56,000 per month plus 30% HRA (if applicable).

Q4. What qualification do I need for Technical Assistant?

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Life Sciences, Allied Sciences, or Computational System Biology.

Q5. What is the age limit?

35 years for Project Research Scientist-I, 50 years for Technical Assistant.

Q6. Do I need to send a hard copy of my application?

No, the entire process is online – no hard copy is required.

Q7. Is this a permanent research position?

No, it’s a project-based engagement linked to the DBT-NIAB Animal Stem Cell Biobank project.

Q8. What experience gets preference?

For Research Scientist, experience in stem cell culture/cryopreservation; for Technical Assistant, experience in cell culture and animal handling.