The Bio-Resources Development Centre (BRDC), Shillong, Meghalaya has released an official notification inviting eligible candidates to attend a walk-in interview for multiple research positions under the project titled “Carbon Sequestration through Afforestation & Bioengineered Plant Systems.”
The recruitment will be conducted on a contractual basis for a period of two years. Interested candidates can attend the walk-in interview scheduled from 17 March to 19 March 2026 at BRDC, Upper Shillong.
BRDC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization | Bio-Resources Development Centre (BRDC) |
|---|---|
| Project | Carbon Sequestration through Afforestation & Bioengineered Plant Systems |
| Total Posts | 6 |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Job Location | Shillong, Meghalaya |
| Interview Mode | Walk-in Interview |
| Interview Dates | 17–19 March 2026 |
About BRDC Recruitment
The Bio-Resources Development Centre (BRDC) is a research and development institution under the Government of Meghalaya that works on biodiversity conservation, biotechnology, and sustainable natural resource management.
Through this recruitment drive, BRDC aims to hire qualified professionals to support research work related to carbon sequestration, afforestation, and bioengineered plant systems.
Vacancy Details
1. Research Associate I
- Post Code: BT2025-01
- No. of Posts: 1
- Interview Date: 17 March 2026
2. Junior Research Fellow
- Post Code: BT2025-02
- No. of Posts: 4
- Interview Date: 18 March 2026
3. Programme Associate I
- Post Code: BT2025-03
- No. of Posts: 1
- Interview Date: 19 March 2026
Total Posts: 6
Educational Qualification
Research Associate I (BT2025-01)
Candidates must have:
- Ph.D in Botany or Biotechnology
OR
- M.Sc in Botany/Biotechnology with NET
- Minimum 7 years experience in research and project management activities
Junior Research Fellow (BT2025-02)
Candidates must have:
- Postgraduate degree in Forestry, Botany, Biotechnology, Environmental Science or Natural Resource Management
OR
- Postgraduate degree in Botany/Biotechnology or related subjects with NET
Additional Preference:
- Experience in tissue culture or carbon sequestration projects
Special Requirement for one post:
- Postgraduate degree in Forestry/Environmental Science/Natural Resource Management
- Minimum 3 years experience in Bamboo Agroforestry
- Skills in GIS and Satellite Imaging
Programme Associate I (BT2025-03)
Candidates must have:
- Postgraduate degree in Botany/Biotechnology or related subjects with minimum 1 year research experience
OR
- Postgraduate degree in Life Sciences with NET
Age Limit
- Age limit is not specifically mentioned in the advertisement.
- Candidates are advised to check detailed eligibility on the official website.
Application Fee
- No application fee mentioned in the notification.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must attend the walk-in interview with required documents.
Steps to Apply:
- Prepare updated bio-data (CV).
- Bring self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, and identity proof.
- Carry original documents for verification.
- Attend the interview on the respective date.
Interview Venue:
Bio-Resources Development Centre
Upper Shillong
Meghalaya – 793009
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Research Associate I Interview | 17 March 2026 |
| Junior Research Fellow Interview | 18 March 2026 |
| Programme Associate I Interview | 19 March 2026 |
Important Links
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp | Click Here |
| More Meghalaya Jobs | Click Here |
FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available in BRDC Recruitment 2026?
There are 6 vacancies for Research Associate, Junior Research Fellow, and Programme Associate posts.
2. What is the interview date for BRDC Recruitment?
The walk-in interviews will be held from 17 March to 19 March 2026.
3. What is the job location for these posts?
The selected candidates will work at BRDC, Upper Shillong, Meghalaya.
4. What type of job is offered in this recruitment?
These posts are contractual for a period of two years under a research project.
