ACTREC JRF 2027: Apply Online for Ph.D. in Life Sciences at TMC-ACTREC, Exam on 3 January 2027
The Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC), Tata Memorial Centre, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, has released the ACTREC JRF 2027 advertisement for the award of Junior Research Fellowships (JRF2027) for Ph.D. in Life Sciences. ACTREC is a grant-in-aid institution of the Department of Atomic Energy, and its Ph.D. programme is affiliated with the Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI). Selected students get a fellowship of Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA.
The last date to apply online for the entrance exam is 30 November 2026, and the ACTREC online entrance exam will be held on 3 January 2027 (9 AM to 12 noon) in 11 cities, including Kolkata. Candidates with CSIR / UGC / ICMR / DBT JRF, DST-INSPIRE fellowship or JGEEBILS can apply for direct interview till 20 February 2027. In this article, we have explained ACTREC JRF 2027 eligibility, stipend, exam centres, important dates and how to apply. You can also check the UGC NET December 2026, the UGC NET Eligibility 2026 and the ISRO URSC Recruitment 2026.
Quick summary:
➤ Institute: TMC-ACTREC, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai
➤ Programme: Junior Research Fellowship (JRF2027) for Ph.D. in Life Sciences (HBNI)
➤ Stipend: Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA (as per norms)
➤ Qualification: M.Sc. / M.Tech / M.Pharm etc. with 55%, or 4-year BS / B.Sc. (Research) with 75%
➤ Last date (entrance exam route): 30 November 2026
➤ Online exam: 3 January 2027, 9 AM to 12 noon
➤ Direct interview route: Apply till 20 February 2027
➤ Interviews: First and second week of April 2027
Table of Contents
- ACTREC JRF 2027 Overview
- Important Dates
- Eligibility
- Stipend and Facilities
- Online Entrance Exam and Centres
- Direct Interview Eligibility
- Application Fee
- How to Apply
- FAQs
- Important Links
ACTREC JRF 2027 Overview
The ACTREC JRF 2027 programme is one of the well-known Ph.D. admissions in cancer biology and life sciences in India. Here is a short overview of the TMC ACTREC Ph.D. admission 2027.
| Institute | Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer (ACTREC), Tata Memorial Centre |
| Location | Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Programme | Junior Research Fellowship (JRF2027) for Ph.D. in Life Sciences |
| Affiliated University | Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI) |
| Stipend | Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA |
| Selection | Online entrance exam + interview, or direct interview |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | actrec.gov.in |
ACTREC JRF 2027 Important Dates
The ACTREC JRF 2027 online application for the entrance exam closes on 30 November 2026, and the exam will be held on 3 January 2027. The tentative dates are given below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply (Online Entrance Exam) | 30 November 2026 |
| List of Eligible Candidates for Exam | Between 2nd and 3rd week of December 2026 (tentative) |
| Online Entrance Exam | 3 January 2027 (Sunday), 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon |
| Interview List (based on exam) / JGEEBILS Shortlist | January 2027 |
| Last Date to Apply (Direct Interview) | 20 February 2027 |
| Direct Interview List | February 2027 (tentative) |
| External Fellowship Proof (by e-mail) | Intimation received by 15 March 2027 (tentative) |
| Interviews | First and second week of April 2027 |
| Final Result | By end of April 2027 |
ACTREC JRF 2027 Eligibility
Candidates with a master's degree in life sciences and related subjects, or a 4-year research-based bachelor's degree, can apply for ACTREC JRF 2027. The eligibility is given below.
| Option | Qualification | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| A | BS (Research) 4-year / B.S. / B.Sc. 4-year (8 semesters) including 1 year of research | 75% aggregate or equivalent CGPA |
| B | M.Sc. in Applied Biology / Biochemistry / Bioinformatics / Biophysics / Biotechnology / Botany / Life Sciences / Microbiology / Molecular Biology / Zoology or related Biological Sciences / Physics / Chemistry / Mathematics / Computational Biology, or M.Phil / M.Tech / M.V.Sc. / M.Pharm or equivalent | 55% aggregate or equivalent CGPA |
- Candidates awaiting results can also apply.
- Candidates with less than 55% aggregate cannot be considered for interview or admission, as per HBNI guidelines.
- One-year post-graduation courses are not eligible.
- TMC may raise the minimum criteria if a large number of applications are received.
ACTREC JRF Stipend and Facilities
- Fellowship: Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA as per norms (HRA only if hostel is not taken).
- JRF is upgraded to SRF in the 3rd year based on performance.
- Limited hostel for new entrants for one year, on first come, first served basis.
- In-house medical facility and local transport for Ph.D. scholars.
ACTREC JRF 2027 Online Exam and Exam Centres
The ACTREC JRF 2027 online objective entrance exam will be held on 3 January 2027 from 9 AM to 12 noon. Candidates must choose 3 exam centres in the application. The 11 exam centres are given below.
| Exam Centres |
|---|
| Bangalore, Chennai, Thrissur, Delhi NCR, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Indore, Kolkata, Mumbai, Pune, Varanasi |
If fewer than 75 students choose a centre, they will be shifted to their second or third choice. Centre allotment will be uploaded on the ACTREC website before the exam. The advertisement does not give the exam pattern or syllabus.
ACTREC JRF 2027 Direct Interview Eligibility
Some candidates can skip the ACTREC entrance exam and go directly to the interview, but they must still apply online by 20 February 2027:
- Holders of a valid JRF awarded after a national-level written test by CSIR / UGC / ICMR / DBT / other recognised agencies, and DST-INSPIRE fellowship holders. Those who get fellowship intimation by around 15 March 2027 must e-mail the proof to actrecjrf2027@gmail.com.
- Qualified JGEEBILS candidates eligible for the ACTREC Ph.D. programme; the shortlist will be displayed in January 2027.
ACTREC JRF 2027 Application Fee
The application fee must be paid online and is non-refundable. The advertisement does not mention the fee amount; it will be shown on the application portal.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | As shown on the portal |
| SC / ST / OBC (with caste proof) | Fully exempted |
| PwD (minimum 40% disability, with proof) | Fully exempted |
How to Apply for ACTREC JRF 2027
- Read the instructions on actrec.gov.in carefully.
- Register on the online application portal (link in the Important Links section).
- Log in, fill the form and choose 3 exam centres (for the entrance exam route).
- Upload the required documents, including caste / disability proof for fee exemption.
- Pay the fee online (if applicable) and submit by 30 November 2026 (exam route) or 20 February 2027 (direct interview).
Incomplete forms, or forms without fee or documents, will be rejected. For queries, write to actrecjrf2027@gmail.com.
ACTREC JRF 2027 FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for ACTREC JRF 2027?
30 November 2026 for the entrance exam route, and 20 February 2027 for the direct interview route.
Q2. When is the ACTREC JRF 2027 exam?
On 3 January 2027, from 9 AM to 12 noon.
Q3. Is there an exam centre in Kolkata?
Yes. Kolkata is one of the 11 exam centres.
Q4. What is the ACTREC JRF stipend?
Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA (if hostel is not taken), upgraded to SRF in the 3rd year based on performance.
Q5. Can final-year M.Sc. students apply?
Yes, candidates awaiting results can apply, but they must have at least 55% aggregate for admission.
Q6. Who can get a direct interview?
CSIR / UGC / ICMR / DBT JRF holders, DST-INSPIRE fellows and qualified JGEEBILS candidates, after applying online.
ACTREC JRF 2027 Important Links
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| ACTREC JRF 2027 Advertisement PDF | Download PDF |
| New Registration | Register |
| Candidate Login | Login |
| ACTREC Official Website | actrec.gov.in |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join Now |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Now |
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