The Harish-Chandra Research Institute (HRI), Prayagraj has invited applications for faculty positions in Physics. Under Advertisement No. HRI/02/2026, two posts — Fellow E and Reader F — are on offer, both Unreserved. Eligible candidates can apply by e-mail by 31 December 2026. HRI is a Grant-in-Aid institution under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, and a Constituent Institution of the Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI).
HRI Fellow E and Reader F Recruitment 2026: Key Details
| Organisation | Harish-Chandra Research Institute (HRI), Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh |
| Post names | Fellow E and Reader F (faculty positions in Physics) |
| Total vacancies | 2 (Unreserved) |
| Advertisement No. | HRI/02/2026 |
| Mode of application | By e-mail, in the prescribed format |
| Last date to apply | 31 December 2026 |
| Tenure | Initially five years |
| Official website | hri.res.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Fellow E | Part of the total of 2 posts (the notice does not split the 2 vacancies between the two posts) | Pay Level 12 (Rs 78,800–2,09,200) |
| Reader F | Part of the same total of 2 posts | Pay Level 13 (Rs 1,23,100–2,15,900) |
Appointments will be made either as Fellow E (Pay Level 12) or as Reader F (Pay Level 13) of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Allowances as per the rules of the Government of India and the Department of Atomic Energy, residential accommodation on the institute campus and health care benefits as per the rules of the institute will be provided.
Eligibility Criteria
Fellow E
- Essential qualification: A Ph.D. or an equivalent doctoral degree from a recognised institution, along with research publications in one of the topics listed below.
- Experience: At least three years of post-doctoral experience.
- Age limit: Not more than 35 years as on 31 December 2026.
Reader F
- Essential qualification: A Ph.D. or an equivalent doctoral degree from a recognised institution, along with research publications in one of the topics listed below.
- Experience: At least five years of post-doctoral experience, or equivalent research and teaching experience, of which at least three years are at the level of Fellow E (Level 12) or an equivalent level in any similar Indian or foreign institution, as decided by the institute.
- Age limit: Not more than 40 years as on 31 December 2026.
For both positions, candidates must have a proven excellent academic record and recognition and reputation amongst scientists in their area of specialisation by virtue of their research publications. Only Indian citizens who meet the essential criteria may apply. Age and experience are reckoned as on 31 December 2026. The notification prints no age relaxation.
Research Topics
Candidates’ research publications should be in one of the following topics:
- Astrophysics and Cosmology
- Condensed Matter Physics
- High Energy Physics
- Quantum Information and Computation
- String Theory
Pay and Tenure
- Fellow E: Pay Level 12 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Rs 78,800–2,09,200).
- Reader F: Pay Level 13 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Rs 1,23,100–2,15,900).
- Allowances as per Government of India and Department of Atomic Energy rules, campus accommodation and health care benefits as per the institute’s rules.
- All appointments are initially for five years. A decision on continuing appointment will be made at the end of the fourth year, or at an earlier date as decided by the Competent Authority.
Important Dates
| Last date for receiving applications by e-mail | 31 December 2026 |
| Last date for referees to send reference letters | 31 December 2026 |
| Date for reckoning age and experience | 31 December 2026 |
| Interview/talk date | Not announced in the notification — to be intimated by the Selection Committee |
Application Fee
The official notification does not specify an application fee.
Selection Process
- Appointments are made on the recommendations of a Selection Committee. The committee considers the applications received together with the assessments of the institute’s faculty and domain experts on those applications.
- Applicants may be asked to give one or two talks on their research work, and possibly a pedagogical talk, as part of the assessment.
- The notification prints no interview date or venue.
- The Selection Committee may consider only those applications found eligible after screening, or reject all applications received without assigning any reasons.
How to Apply for HRI Fellow E and Reader F Recruitment 2026
- Fill in the application in the prescribed format that comes with the advertisement (Application Format for Faculty Position). It asks for name, gender, date of birth, nationality, correspondence address, e-mail ID, area of specialisation, Ph.D. details, present position and post-doctoral experience, and carries a passport size photograph.
- List at least three referees with name, position, address and e-mail ID.
- Attach a copy of the Ph.D. degree certificate, the latest Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a list of publications, and the latest research plan.
- Attach self-attested copies of certificates or testimonials in support of date of birth, qualifications and experience.
- Send the application by e-mail to [email protected] so that it is received by 31 December 2026. Applications received after this date shall be rejected.
- Ask the referees to send their letters of reference to [email protected] with a copy to [email protected] by 31 December 2026.
- Persons employed in Government of India or State Departments, or Autonomous Organizations under them, must send their applications through the proper channel.
Important Documents
- Application in the prescribed format, with a passport size photograph
- Copy of the Ph.D. degree certificate
- Latest CV with a list of publications
- Latest research plan
- Self-attested copies of certificates in support of date of birth, qualifications and experience
- Details of at least three referees
Important Links
| Official Notification PDF (Advt HRI/02/2026) | hri.res.in — Faculty Position Advt. (Physics) 2026 |
| Official Website — HRI | www.hri.res.in |
| E-mail for applications | [email protected] |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many vacancies are there in HRI Recruitment 2026?
There are two vacancies in total (Unreserved), to be filled either as Fellow E or as Reader F. The notification does not split the two vacancies between the posts.
2. Who can apply for the HRI faculty posts?
Only Indian citizens with a Ph.D. or an equivalent doctoral degree from a recognised institution, along with research publications in one of the listed topics. Fellow E needs at least three years of post-doctoral experience; Reader F needs at least five years.
3. What is the pay for HRI Fellow E and Reader F?
Fellow E is at Pay Level 12 (Rs 78,800–2,09,200) and Reader F at Pay Level 13 (Rs 1,23,100–2,15,900) of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, plus allowances as per Government of India and Department of Atomic Energy rules.
4. What is the last date to apply for HRI Recruitment 2026?
Applications must be received at [email protected] by 31 December 2026. Referees must also send their reference letters by the same date.
5. Is there an application fee for HRI Recruitment 2026?
The official notification does not specify an application fee.
6. How are candidates selected for the HRI faculty posts?
A Selection Committee considers the applications along with assessments by institute faculty and domain experts. Applicants may be asked to give one or two research talks and possibly a pedagogical talk.
7. Are the HRI faculty posts permanent?
Appointments are initially for five years. A decision on continuing appointment will be made at the end of the fourth year or earlier, as decided by the Competent Authority.
8. What is the age limit for HRI Fellow E and Reader F?
As on 31 December 2026, Fellow E candidates must not be more than 35 years old and Reader F candidates not more than 40 years old. The notification prints no age relaxation.
Read the official notification carefully before applying.
Note: the official notification PDF could not be opened directly this run (network error). The facts above are from the official notification as read in full by FreeJobAlert and confirmed by the “Advertisement for Faculty Positions in Physics: NEW!” listing on HRI’s official website.
Next Action: Eligible candidates should send their applications by e-mail to [email protected] by 31 December 2026, after reading the official notification at hri.res.in.
