ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, a leading agricultural research institute under the ICAR based in New Delhi, has announced recruitment for Young Professional II, Young Professional I, Project Associate II and Project Assistant posts, with 20 position entries in total. The openings are purely temporary and contractual, spread across climate change and agriculture related projects of the Division of Environmental Sciences, offering research roles for candidates from agricultural and science backgrounds.
ICAR IARI Recruitment 2026 - Young Professional II, Young Professional I and Other Posts
Posted 01 Oct 2026Updated 01 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
20
Last Date
31 Oct
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About ICAR IARI Young Professional Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute
- Post Name
- YP II, YP I and 2 more
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 45 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- NET qualification for entry 1; UGC/ICAR/CSIR NET for entry 3; UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET or MHRD-GATE qualification or Ph.D for Project Associate II (entry 18)
- Tenure
- Purely temporary, contractual posts, co-terminus with the project
Vacancy Breakdown
YP II
14
YP I
3
Project Associate II
1
Project Assistant
1
YP II
1
Total20
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| YP II | 14 |
| YP I | 3 |
| Project Associate II | 1 |
| Project Assistant | 1 |
| YP II | 1 |
| Grand Total | 20 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- Master's Degree in Microbiology/Agricultural Microbiology/Chemistry with NET qualification. Should have data analysis skills.
- Note
- Entry No. 1 under NACAP project. Those who are working shall bring a No Objection Certificate from their employer.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- First class Master's degree with specialization in Environmental Sciences/Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry (with thesis work).
- Note
- Entry No. 2 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- First class Master's degree in Environmental science. A minimum of five years of research experience in climate change and its impacts on agriculture. Those with 3 years bachelor degree must have UGC/ICAR/CSIR/NET.
- Experience
- Minimum five years of research experience in climate change and its impacts on agriculture
- Note
- Entry No. 3 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- Master's Degree/M.Sc. in Environmental Sciences / Soil Science with first class / OGPA ≥ 7.5 from a recognized university/institution.
- Note
- Entry No. 4 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- Master's Degree/M.Sc. in Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Agricultural Microbiology, Agronomy, with first class / OGPA ≥ 7.5 from a recognized university/institution.
- Note
- Entry No. 5 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- M.Tech. in Hydrology/Water Resources Engineering/Soil and Water Conservation Engineering/Irrigation and Drainage Engineering or its equivalent.
- Note
- Entry No. 6 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- Post graduate degree in Agriculture/basic science (Life Sciences) or graduate/post graduate degree in professional courses (Life sciences or agricultural sciences).
- Note
- Entry No. 7 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- Master's Degree in Genetics and Plant Breeding/Genetics/Plant Breeding/Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Life Sciences or equivalent with first class or OGPA>7.5 from a recognized university/institution.
- Note
- Entry No. 8 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- Master's Degree in Genetics and Plant Breeding/Genetics/Plant Breeding/Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Life Sciences or equivalent with first class or OGPA>7.5 from a recognized university/institution.
- Note
- Entry No. 9 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- Post Graduate degree in Genetics and Plant Breeding/Genetics/Plant Breeding/Biotechnology.
- Note
- Entry No. 10 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc.) in Plant Biochemistry/Plant Molecular Biology/Biotechnology/Plant Physiology/Environmental Science/Bioinformatics.
- Note
- Entry No. 11 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- Master's degree in any of the following: Agricultural Meteorology/Agrometeorology/Agricultural Physics, Environmental Science/Climate Science/Atmospheric Science/Agronomy (with demonstrated computing skills).
- Note
- Entry No. 12 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- MSc/or PhD in Agronomy, Agrometeorology, Plant Physiology, soil science, pathology, entomology or related equivalent with first class or OGPA >6.0 from a recognized university/institution.
- Note
- Entry No. 13 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- MSc/or PhD in Agronomy, Agrometeorology, Plant Physiology, soil science, pathology, entomology or related equivalent with first class or OGPA >6.0 from a recognized university/institution.
- Note
- Entry No. 14 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
YP I3 posts
- Qualification
- Graduate degree in Agriculture/Sciences/Engineering.
- Note
- Entry No. 15 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Experience in field trials, laboratory experiments and statistical data analysis.
YP I3 posts
- Qualification
- B.Sc./M.Sc. in Microbiology/Agricultural Microbiology.
- Note
- Entry No. 16 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Experience in field trials, laboratory experiments and statistical data analysis.
YP I3 posts
- Qualification
- Graduation in Agricultural Sciences/Horticulture/Natural Resource Management/Science. Master's degree in Agronomy/Soil Science/Natural Resource Management.
- Note
- Entry No. 17 under NACAP project.
- Desirable
- Experience in field trials, laboratory experiments and statistical data analysis.
Project Associate II1 post
- Qualification
- MSc/MTech/ME/MCA in computer science/Information Technology/Atmospheric science/Geomatics/Geoinformatics/AI/ML/Atmospheric Science/Data Science/Data or System analytics or equivalent from a recognized university/institution with first class or >7.5% OGPA. Master's Degree in the above subject with 4 years/5 years of Bachelor's degree. Those with 3 years bachelor's degree must have UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET/MHRD-GATE qualification or Ph.D in any of above disciplines.
- Note
- Entry No. 18 under NMSHE-TF-Agriculture project. Qualification accepted as per ICAR memorandum F.No. Agri. Edn./6/27/2014/HRD dated 13.07.2015 and 09.10.2015.
- Desirable
- Experience or knowledge in 3D graphics/animation/image processing, configuring Web Map server, programming in R/IDL/C#/Python/Java script/Android and cloud computing, GIS tools, crop/hydrological/climate simulation models, econometric models and analysis of climate model data.
Project Assistant1 post
- Qualification
- MSc/or PhD in Agronomy, social sciences, environmental sciences.
- Note
- Entry No. 19 under NMSHE-TF-Agriculture project. The qualification line ends with a slash in the notification; any further subjects are not specified.
- Desirable
- Knowledge in field experimentation, lab analysis of plant and soil samples, field surveys, farmers' fields data collection and processing.
YP II15 posts
- Qualification
- MSc/or PhD in Geoinformatics/climate science/AI/ML/Data Science or related equivalent with first class or OGPA >6.0 from a recognized university/institution.
- Note
- Entry No. 20 under the MoEF&CC funded project (BTR and FNC to UNFCCC).
- Desirable
- Knowledge in data processing, programming in R/Python/LINUX/web sources/GEE/GIS tools, open-source development using APIs, climate models and crop production data analysis, Python/R/MATLAB programming, GIS and Remote Sensing tools, open source web Geo-visualization.
Age Limit
Maximum 45 years for YP-II/YP-I and 35 years for PA-II/PA
Age Relaxation
5 years for SC/ST and women, 3 years for OBC
Selection Process
- 1Screening of Applications
Applications are screened and eligible candidates shortlisted based on project work requirement are called by email.
- 2Online Interview
Tentatively fixed for the first week of November 2026; details and reporting time are communicated by email.
- 3Document Verification
Original documents are verified at the time of appointment.
- 4Medical Examination
Selected candidates must produce a medical certificate at the time of joining.
Salary Structure
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
YP I
Pay: Rs. 30,000/- (Fixed)
YP I
Pay: Rs. 30,000/- (Fixed)
YP I
Pay: Rs. 30,000/- (Fixed)
Project Associate II
Pay: Rs. 35,000/month + 24% HRA for 1st and 2nd year; Rs. 42,000/month + 24% HRA for 3rd, 4th and 5th year
Project Assistant
Pay: Rs. 20,000/- + 24% HRA for 1st, 2nd and 3rd year; Rs. 23,000/month + 24% HRA for 4th and 5th year
YP II
Pay: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP I | Rs. 30,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP I | Rs. 30,000/- (Fixed) |
| YP I | Rs. 30,000/- (Fixed) |
| Project Associate II | Rs. 35,000/month + 24% HRA for 1st and 2nd year; Rs. 42,000/month + 24% HRA for 3rd, 4th and 5th year |
| Project Assistant | Rs. 20,000/- + 24% HRA for 1st, 2nd and 3rd year; Rs. 23,000/month + 24% HRA for 4th and 5th year |
| YP II | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
How to Apply
- 1Check the essential qualification for the entry number you want to apply for in the notification.
- 2Fill the application form given in Annexure I, indicating the post(s) applied for with the entry number(s).
- 3Attach self-attested scanned certificates from Class X onwards, date of birth certificate, NET or equivalent certificate, bachelor's and master's degree certificates or provisional certificates, proof of experience and publications, and a recent photograph.
- 4Complete the written declaration about near or distant relatives employed in ICAR/IARI.
- 5Email the application and documents to [email protected] on or before 31 October 2026.
- 6Wait for an email about the online interview if shortlisted.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Application form filled strictly as per Annexure I
•Self-attested scanned certificates from Class X onwards
•Date of birth certificate
•NET/equivalent certificate
•Bachelor's and master's degree certificates or provisional certificates
•Recent photograph
•Proof of experience and publications
•Written declaration regarding relatives employed at ICAR-IARI
Important Details
- The notification lists 20 position entries (Sl.
- No. 1 to 20) but does not state the number of vacancies for each entry.
- Posts are purely temporary and contractual, co-terminus with the project, and selected candidates cannot claim regular appointment at IARI or any ICAR institute.
- Candidates already employed must bring a No Objection Certificate from their employer.
- If any near or distant relative of a candidate is an employee of ICAR-IARI, the candidate must declare the relative's name, designation, nature of duties and relationship in writing so as to reach by 31 October 2026; failing this, the candidate will not be allowed to appear in the interview.
- No TA/DA or other expenses are paid for attending the interview, and candidates must make their own arrangements to attend the online interview.
- Selected candidates must produce all original documents and a medical certificate at the time of joining.
- Emoluments are payable as per ICAR/IARI OM F.No. Edn./6/27/2014/HRD dated July 1, 2015.
Project-wise Position Entries
1
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP II
2
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP II
3
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP II
4
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP II
5
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP II
6
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP II
7
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP II
8
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP II
9
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP II
10
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP II
11
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP II
12
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP II
13
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP II
14
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP II
15
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP I
16
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP I
17
Project: NACAP
Post Name: YP I
18
Project: NMSHE-TF-Agriculture
Post Name: Project Associate II
19
Project: NMSHE-TF-Agriculture
Post Name: Project Assistant
20
Project: MoEF&CC Project (BTR and FNC to UNFCCC)
Post Name: YP II
| Sl. No. | Project | Post Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | NACAP | YP II |
| 2 | NACAP | YP II |
| 3 | NACAP | YP II |
| 4 | NACAP | YP II |
| 5 | NACAP | YP II |
| 6 | NACAP | YP II |
| 7 | NACAP | YP II |
| 8 | NACAP | YP II |
| 9 | NACAP | YP II |
| 10 | NACAP | YP II |
| 11 | NACAP | YP II |
| 12 | NACAP | YP II |
| 13 | NACAP | YP II |
| 14 | NACAP | YP II |
| 15 | NACAP | YP I |
| 16 | NACAP | YP I |
| 17 | NACAP | YP I |
| 18 | NMSHE-TF-Agriculture | Project Associate II |
| 19 | NMSHE-TF-Agriculture | Project Assistant |
| 20 | MoEF&CC Project (BTR and FNC to UNFCCC) | YP II |
Emoluments
Young Professional (YP-II)
Salary: Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
Young Professional (YP-I)
Salary: Rs. 30,000/- (Fixed)
Project Associate-II (PA-II)
Salary: Rs. 35,000/month + 24% HRA for 1st and 2nd year; Rs. 42,000/month + 24% HRA for 3rd, 4th and 5th year
Project Assistant (PA)
Salary: Rs. 20,000/- + 24% HRA for 1st, 2nd and 3rd year; Rs. 23,000/month + 24% HRA for 4th and 5th year
| Post | Salary |
|---|---|
| Young Professional (YP-II) | Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) |
| Young Professional (YP-I) | Rs. 30,000/- (Fixed) |
| Project Associate-II (PA-II) | Rs. 35,000/month + 24% HRA for 1st and 2nd year; Rs. 42,000/month + 24% HRA for 3rd, 4th and 5th year |
| Project Assistant (PA) | Rs. 20,000/- + 24% HRA for 1st, 2nd and 3rd year; Rs. 23,000/month + 24% HRA for 4th and 5th year |
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 011-25846359
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes. The application form allows a candidate to indicate the post(s) applied for along with the entry number(s).
Is there a written test for these posts?
No. The notification describes only screening of applications followed by an online interview, with no written test, marks distribution or merit list.
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