ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, a leading agricultural research institute under the ICAR in New Delhi, is hiring for three temporary and contractual positions in its 2026 recruitment: one Senior Research Fellow and two Young Professional-I posts. The roles fall under PPV&FRA and ICAR funded projects in the Division of Vegetable Science, covering DUS testing in lettuce and summer squash and research on post-harvest shelf-life in cucumber, offering research experience in vegetable science.
ICAR IARI SRF and Young Professional-I Recruitment 2026
Posted 08 Oct 2026Updated 08 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
3
Last Date
05 Nov
18 days left
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Recruitment status
Walk-in interview on 05 Nov 2026, 10:30 AM
Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 11…
- Notification07 Oct
- Walk-in05 Nov
About ICAR IARI SRF and Young Professional-I Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute
- Post Name
- Senior Research Fellow (SRF) under PPV&FRA funded project on DUS testing in Lettuce and Summer squash and 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"
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- 21–45 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- NET qualification for SRF candidates with a 3-year Bachelor degree and 2-year Master degree
- Tenure
- One year or till completion/termination of the concerned project, whichever is earlier, unless extended as per applicable project or funding-agency rules
Vacancy Breakdown
Senior Research Fellow (SRF) under PPV&FRA funded project on DUS testing in Lettuce and Summer squash
1
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
Total3
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) under PPV&FRA funded project on DUS testing in Lettuce and Summer squash | 1 |
| 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 |
| Grand Total | 3 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Senior Research Fellow (SRF) under PPV&FRA funded project on DUS testing in Lettuce and Summer squash1 post
- Qualification
- 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, OM No. Agril. Edn. 6/27/2014-HRD dated 09-10-2015 and OMSR/S9/Z-09/2018 of DST dated 30-01-2019.
- Experience
- 2 years of research experience for candidates holding a post graduate degree with a 3-year Bachelor degree and 2-year Master degree
- Age Limit
- 21 to 35 years as on the date of interview
- 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) 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 posts
- Qualification
- 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
- Age Limit
- 21 to 45 years
- 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
Age Limit
SRF: minimum 21 years and maximum 35 years as on the date of interview. Young Professional-I: minimum 21 years and maximum 45 years.
Age Relaxation
SRF: 5 years for SC/ST and Women, 3 years for OBC. Young Professionals: relaxation as per rules.
Selection Process
- 1Screening of Applications
Applications are screened and only eligible and shortlisted candidates are informed by email about the date and time of the offline interview.
- 2Interview
Offline interview conducted by a duly constituted Selection Committee, whose decision is final and binding.
Salary Structure
House Rent Allowance will be given as per existing Central Government rates applicable in various cities/locations.
Senior Research Fellow (SRF) under PPV&FRA funded project on DUS testing in Lettuce and Summer squash
Pay: Rs. 37,000 + HRA for years I and II; Rs. 42,000 + HRA from year III onwards
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"
Pay: Rs. 30,000 per month (consolidated)
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) under PPV&FRA funded project on DUS testing in Lettuce and Summer squash | Rs. 37,000 + HRA for years I and II; Rs. 42,000 + HRA from year III onwards |
| 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" | Rs. 30,000 per month (consolidated) |
How to Apply
- 1Download the official notification along with the Application Proforma (Annexure-I) and Declaration Form (Annexure-II)
- 2Fill in the Application Proforma and Declaration Form carefully and accurately
- 3Prepare scanned self-attested copies of certificates from matriculation onwards, date-of-birth proof, degree or provisional degree certificate, NET/GATE certificate where applicable, experience certificate, publications and a recent passport-size photograph
- 4Submit the application and wait for the screening result; shortlisted candidates are informed by email about the date and time of the offline interview
- 5Report for the walk-in interview at the Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110012 at 10:30 AM on 05.11.2026
- 6Carry the duly filled application proforma, declaration form, original documents for verification and one set of self-attested photocopies
Reporting Venue
Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110012
Reporting time: 10:30 AM
Eligible and interested candidates must report at the Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110012 at 10:30 AM on 05.11.2026 carrying the duly filled Application Proforma (Annexure-I) and Declaration Form (Annexure-II) along with scanned self-attested copies of the original supporting documents. Original documents are verified at the time of interview. Only shortlisted candidates, informed by email after screening, are called for the offline interview. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•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 or 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 from present employer if currently employed
Important Details
- The engagement is purely temporary and contractual for one year or till completion or termination of the concerned project, whichever is earlier.
- All posts are co-terminus with their projects and selected candidates have no claim for regular appointment, absorption or continuation in ICAR/IARI.
- No TA/DA or any other expenses are paid for attending the interview.
- Candidates having near or distant relatives employed in ICAR/IARI must declare the name, designation, nature of duties and relationship in Annexure-II.
- Candidates currently employed must produce a No Objection Certificate from the present employer.
- Selected candidates must abide by the institute's laboratory safety, biosafety and data security norms and have no claim over the data, material, know-how or intellectual property generated during the tenure, which vests with ICAR-IARI.
- Any dispute is subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts at New Delhi.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the ICAR IARI SRF and Young Professional-I recruitment a permanent government job?
No. The engagement is purely temporary and contractual, co-terminus with the concerned project, and carries no claim for regular appointment or absorption in ICAR or IARI.
Will travel or daily allowance be paid for attending the walk-in interview?
No. No TA/DA or any other expenses are paid for attending the interview.
Can a candidate with a 3-year Bachelor degree apply for the SRF post?
Yes, provided the candidate holds a 2-year Master degree along with NET qualification and 2 years of research experience as specified in the ICAR and DST office memoranda.
Do candidates with relatives working in ICAR or IARI need to declare it?
Yes. Candidates having near or distant relatives employed in ICAR/IARI must declare the name, designation, nature of duties and relationship in the Declaration Form (Annexure-II).
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