Govt Research Jobs | RPRC Recruitment | Walk-In Interview
Candidates looking for Govt Research Jobs in plant sciences, biotechnology, and life sciences have an excellent opportunity through the latest RPRC Recruitment 2026 notification. The Regional Plant Resource Centre (RPRC), Bhubaneswar, under the Forest, Environment & Climate Change Department, Government of Odisha, has announced walk-in interviews for Research Assistant, Project Fellow, and Lab Assistant positions. This opportunity is ideal for candidates seeking a rewarding Biotechnology Career in research, conservation, plant biotechnology, and molecular biology.
About the Institute
The Regional Plant Resource Centre (RPRC), Bhubaneswar, was established in 1985 and functions as an autonomous research and development institution under the Government of Odisha. The institute focuses on plant biodiversity conservation, medicinal plant research, plant biotechnology, molecular biology, taxonomy, and environmental research. Over the years, RPRC has collaborated with leading institutions such as CSIR-IMMT, CSIR-NBRI, and ICAR-NRCO while receiving support from various government agencies including the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India. The institute also provides training opportunities for MSc and PhD students in biotechnology, molecular biology, and allied life science disciplines.
R&D: 04/2026 Letter No. 949/RPRC.
Available Positions
| Sl. No. | Project Title | Position | Posts | Essential Qualification | Desirable Qualification / Experience |
Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Developing efficient micro-propagation methods for important RET-listed forest tree species of Odisha |
Lab/Project Assistant | 1 | B.Sc./+3 Science with Botany/Biology as a subject |
— | ₹6,000/ month |
| 2 | Validation of transcriptome and proteome data to decipher highly interacting genes/proteins involved in key metabolic pathways in banana | Project Fellow | 1 | M.Sc. Botany / Plant Sciences / Biotechnology / Life Sciences with Botany & good academic record |
Relevant laboratory experience | ₹17,000/ month |
| 3 | Aporosa octandra mitigates high-fat diet and Streptozotocin-induced Type 2 Diabetes through improving pancreatic dysfunction and inhibiting inflammatory response |
Project Fellow | 1 | M.Sc. Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences) or M.Tech. (Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Microbiology) with good academics |
Research experience in the relevant subject/topic |
₹17,000/ month |
| 4 | Assessment of the Impact of Mining and Ancillary Activities on Khandadhar Waterfall and its Surrounding Ecosystem (OMC Funded Project 2026–27) |
Research Assistant | 1 | M.Sc. in Botany / Biotechnology / Plant Science with First Class | Preference for experience in Plant Taxonomy, Biodiversity Studies, Floristic Surveys, Herbarium Techniques, & field documentation |
₹30,000/ month (Consolidated) |
How to Apply?
Interested candidates should attend the walk-in interview with a filled application form and supporting documents. The application form can be downloaded from the RPRC website.
Walk-In Interview Details
- Date: 16th April, 2026
- Reporting Time: 9.00 A.M to 10.30 A.M
- Venue: Office of the Regional Plant Resource Centre
The latest RPRC Recruitment notification offers an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in Govt Research Jobs across plant biotechnology, molecular biology, biodiversity conservation, and environmental sciences. With positions available for Research Assistants, Project Fellows, and Lab Assistants, this recruitment can serve as a strong foundation for building a successful Biotechnology Career in government-funded research institutions. Eligible candidates should attend the walk-in interview and take advantage of this research opportunity.
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