| Advt No | – |
| Recruitment Board | ICAR IARI |
| Post Name | Senior Research Fellow, Young Professional I |
| Vacancies | 3 |
| Last Date | 05-11-2026 |
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ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI) is recruiting candidates for 3 temporary and contractual vacancies, comprising 1 Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and 2 Young Professional-I posts, for its 2026 recruitment. Qualifications vary by post. Candidates can apply by attending a walk-in interview on 5 November 2026, reporting at 10:30 AM at the Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, by submitting the filled application proforma, declaration form, and scanned self-attested copies of original supporting documents. Pay is Rs. 37,000 + HRA for the first two years and Rs. 42,000 + HRA onwards for SRF, and Rs. 30,000 per month for Young Professional-I. Selection involves screening of applications and an offline interview.
ICAR IARI Recruitment – Quick Summary
- Who is recruiting?: ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI)
- Which posts?: Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and Young Professional-I (YP-I)
- How many vacancies?: 3 vacancies
- Who can apply?: Candidates meeting essential educational and age criteria
- Application start date: Date of notification publication
- Last date: Walk-in interview on 05.11.2026
- Application mode: Walk-in interview / offline submission of proforma
- Job location: New Delhi
ICAR IARI Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI) |
| Advertisement No. | Not specified in the notification |
| Post Name(s) | Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and Young Professional-I (YP-I) |
| Total Vacancies | 3 |
| Pay | Rs. 37,000 to Rs. 42,000 + HRA (SRF) / Rs. 30,000 per month (YP-I) |
| Application Mode | Walk-in interview |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
ICAR IARI Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Interview Date & Time | 05.11.2026 at 10:30 A.M. |
ICAR IARI Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
A total of 3 vacancies are available under the PPV&FRA and ICAR funded projects in the Division of Vegetable Science.
| S. No. | Positions | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Senior Research Fellow (SRF) under PPV&FRA funded project on DUS testing in Lettuce and Summer squash | 1 |
| 2. | Young Professional-I (YP-I) under ICAR-Central Corpus Fund-National Priority Project (NPP) entitled, “Fine mapping and marker-assisted introgression of extended post-harvest shelf-life in cucumber” | 2 |
| Total | 3 |
ICAR IARI Eligibility Criteria
ICAR IARI Qualification Required
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | Master degree in Vegetable Science/ Horticulture/ Genetics and Plant Breeding/ Plant Biotechnology with 4 years/ 5 years of Bachelor’s degree. Candidates having post graduate degree with 3 years Bachelor degree and 2 years Master degree should have NET qualifications and 2 years of research experience as mentioned in OM No. Edn./6/27/2014/HRD dated 13-07-2015 and OM No. Agril. Edn. 6/27/2014-HRD dt. 09-10-2015 of the Council and OMSR/S9/Z-09/2018 of DST dated 30-01-2019.Desirable: Experience in handling plant growth and yield experiments, crop data recording, and basic statistical analysis in vegetable crops related to the DUS testing. |
| Young Professional-I (YP-I) | Graduate with at least 60% marks in relevant Agriculture Sciences/ Engineering/ Technology as per ICAR OM No. F. No. Agricul.Edn.1-06/2020-A&P dated 04.12.2020.Desirable:One YP-I: Experience in laboratory work related to PCR, genomics and molecular markers.One YP-I: Experience in handling plant growth and yield experiments, crop data recording, and basic statistical analysis. |
ICAR IARI Age Limit
The minimum age is 21 years for SRF and maximum age is 35 years as on the date of interview. For Young Professionals, the minimum age is 21 years and maximum age is 45 years.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST & Women (SRF) | 5 years |
| OBC (SRF) | 3 years |
| Young Professionals | Relaxation as per rules |
ICAR IARI Salary
| Post | Pay Level / Pay |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (For I and IInd year); Rs. 42,000 + HRA (For IIIrd year onwards) |
| Young Professional-I (YP-I) | Rs. 30,000/- Per month (consolidated) |
House Rent Allowance (HRA) will be given as per existing Central Government rates applicable in various cities/locations.
ICAR IARI Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee.
ICAR IARI Selection Process
Selection is made through screening of applications followed by an offline interview conducted by a duly constituted Selection Committee.
How to Apply for ICAR IARI Recruitment
- Download the official notification and annexed Application Proforma (Annexure-I) and Declaration Form (Annexure-II).
- Carefully and accurately fill in the Application Proforma and Declaration Form.
- Prepare scanned, self-attested copies of original supporting documents, certificates from matriculation onwards, date-of-birth proof, degree/provisional degree certificates, NET/GATE certificates, experience certificates, publications, and a recent passport-size photograph.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email after application screening.
- Attend the walk-in interview on 05.11.2026 at 10:30 A.M. at the Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110012, carrying the duly filled application proforma, declaration form, and original copies of all relevant documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies.
Documents Required
- Duly filled Application Proforma (Annexure-I)
- Duly filled Declaration Form (Annexure-II)
- Recent biodata in the prescribed format
- Original certificates and supporting documents from matriculation onwards
- Date-of-birth proof
- Degree / provisional degree certificate
- NET/GATE/equivalent certificate (wherever applicable)
- Experience certificate and publications/proof (wherever applicable)
- A copy of the M.Sc./M.Tech. thesis (for SRF candidates)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- One set of self-attested photocopies of all documents
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from present employer (if currently employed)
ICAR IARI Important Instructions
- The engagement is purely temporary and contractual for one year or till completion/termination of the concerned project, whichever is earlier.
- All posts are co-terminus with the respective project, and selected candidates shall have no claim for regular appointment or absorption in ICAR/IARI.
- Applications will be screened, and only eligible and shortlisted candidates will be informed by email regarding the date and time of the offline interview.
- No TA/DA or any other expenses will be paid for attending the interview.
- Concealment of facts or submission of false information will lead to disqualification or termination of candidature.
- Candidates having near or distant relatives employed in ICAR/IARI must declare the details in Annexure-II.
- Selected candidates must abide by institute rules including laboratory safety, biosafety, and data security norms.
ICAR IARI Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Official Recruitment Advertisement PDF |
| Click Here | Official Website |
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