ICAR-CMFRI Young Professional-I Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), Kochi has one temporary Young Professional-I post under the Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) Scheme, open only to Scheduled Tribe candidates, at Rs. 30,000 consolidated emoluments for an initial period of one year. A graduate with the listed degrees who is proficient in speaking and writing Malayalam can send the prescribed application with bio-data and scanned certificates to [email protected] on or before 30 November 2026. The interview date, time and venue will be sent by email to shortlisted candidates.

ICAR-CMFRI Young Professional -I at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About ICAR-CMFRI

The Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute is an institute of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) located at Kochi. This post is engaged under its Tribal Sub Plan (TSP) Scheme and is reserved for Scheduled Tribe candidates. The notice is issued over the signature of the Assistant Administrative Officer.

Who Can Apply

Only candidates belonging to the Scheduled Tribe (ST) community may apply for this post.

Essential qualification

• Graduation: B.F.Sc. / B.Sc. Zoology/Botany/Aquaculture, or B.Sc. Computer Science/BCA or BFA or BA with a certificate course in computer proficiency, or equivalent from a recognised University/College.
• Proficiency in speaking and writing Malayalam.

Desirable

• Knowledge in computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.).
• Experience or dissertation work in aquaculture.
• Skill in computer graphics and designing, Adobe Photoshop, CorelDRAW, Illustrator etc.
• Skill in swimming.

Age limit

The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum is 45 years, with relaxation as per rules. The application form asks for the age as on 30 November 2026. The notice does not give the relaxation amounts for any category.

Candidates should check the official notification for the exact eligibility of the post.

Pay and Tenure

The post carries consolidated emoluments of Rs.30,000/- (Rupees Thirty Thousand only) as per revised ICAR guidelines. The place of work is Kerala, with extensive field work.

• The position is purely temporary and is initially offered for one year.
• It may be extended up to a maximum of three years based on the candidate’s performance.
• The post is purely contractual, non-regular and time bound; selected candidates cannot claim a regular appointment at the institute.
• The competent authority has the right to terminate the service at any time without assigning any reason.

How to Apply for ICAR-CMFRI Young Professional -I

1. Fill in the application in the prescribed format (Annexure-I of the notice). Only the prescribed proforma is considered; other formats are rejected.
2. Paste a passport size photograph in the space given on the form.
3. Add the educational details in chronological order starting from the 10th class, any work experience, and details of any employment elsewhere (with NOC from the employer, as the form asks).
4. Sign the declaration in Annexure-I and the declaration in Annexure-II.
5. Email the application with bio-data and scanned copies of certificates to [email protected] on or before 30 November 2026.

Documents named in the notice

• Duly filled application in the prescribed format (Annexure-I).
• Bio-data.
• Scanned copies of all original certificates from 10th Standard onwards.
• Scanned caste certificate.
• Duly signed declarations in Annexure-I and Annexure-II.
• Valid original ID proof, to be produced at the time of interview.

Applicants will not be allowed to appear for the interview without these certificates.

Selection and Interview

The date, time and venue of the interview will be communicated by email to shortlisted candidates. Only those who receive the official intimation will be permitted to appear as per the schedule. No TA/DA will be paid for appearing for the interview. The notice does not describe how marks or shortlisting are decided.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• A candidate who has a near or distant relative employed at ICAR-CMFRI must declare the name, designation, nature of duties and relationship in writing as per Annexure-II, and communicate it to the undersigned by post or by email to [email protected] on or before 30/11/2026.
• The application form states that a candidate with a relative at ICAR/CMFRI who communicates or declares it only on the day of interview will not be interviewed.
• The terms require all candidates to submit the duly signed declarations of Annexure-I and Annexure-II on or before 30.11.2026.
• Concealing facts or canvassing in any form leads to disqualification or termination.
• If any information is found false, incorrect or incomplete, or ineligibility is detected before or after interview or selection, the candidature or appointment may be cancelled.
• The decision of the Director, ICAR-CMFRI is final and binding in all respects.

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