Siddha Medicinal Plants Garden (SMPG), Mettur Dam under the Central Council for Research in Siddha (CCRS), Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, has invited applications for the recruitment of 01 Junior Research Fellow (Botany) post. This opportunity is for a research-based project aimed at developing a DNA barcode library of medicinal plants used in the Siddha system. Eligible candidates must send their application via email by 02 February 2026 and appear for the Walk-in Interview scheduled for 11 February 2026 at the Camp Office, SMPG Mettur Dam, Tamil Nadu.
Walk-In Interview (Written Test if applicants exceed)
Apply Mode
Online (via email)
Job Location
Salem District, Tamil Nadu
Last Date To Apply
02 February 2026
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Junior Research Fellow (Botany)
01
M.Sc (Botany) with 1-year experience in Taxonomy
How to Apply
Download the application form from the official notification or website.
Fill the application form carefully and attach scanned copies of:
Age proof (10th/12th mark sheet or birth certificate)
Educational certificates (UG/PG degree, mark sheets)
Experience certificate (if applicable)
Copies of published research abstracts/articles (if any)
Email the filled application along with documents to smpgmettur@gmail.com on or before 02 February 2026.
Appear for the Walk-in Interview at the below venue:Camp Office, Siddha Medicinal Plants Garden, Mettur Dam, Salem District, Tamil Nadu – 636401Date & Time: 11 February 2026 at 10:00 AM Note: Carry original documents and self-attested copies at the time of the interview. No TA/DA will be provided.