📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
ICAR IARI Recruitment 2026 – Key Facts
- Recruiting Body: ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI), New Delhi
- Advertisement No.: Not Stated
- Total Vacancies: 3
- Post Names: Senior Research Fellow (SRF) – 1; Young Professional-I (YP-I) – 2
- Employment Nature: Temporary and contractual — co-terminus with the concerned project
- Application / Interview Mode: Walk-in Interview with offline submission of application proforma
- Walk-in Date & Reporting Time: 5 November 2026 at 10:30 AM
- Venue: Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110012
- Application Fee: No fee mentioned in the official notification
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
A total of 3 vacancies are available under the PPV&FRA and ICAR-funded projects in the Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR IARI.
| Post Designation | Project / Funding | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | PPV&FRA funded project on DUS testing in Lettuce and Summer squash | 1 | 21–35 years as on interview date | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (Years 1–2); Rs. 42,000 + HRA (Year 3 onwards) |
| Young Professional-I (YP-I) | ICAR-Central Corpus Fund – National Priority Project (NPP): Fine mapping and marker-assisted introgression of extended post-harvest shelf-life in cucumber | 2 | 21–45 years as on interview date | Rs. 30,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Total | 3 | |||
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Senior Research Fellow (SRF) – Qualification
- Master's degree in Vegetable Science / Horticulture / Genetics and Plant Breeding / Plant Biotechnology with a 4-year or 5-year Bachelor's degree.
- Candidates holding a post-graduate degree with a 3-year Bachelor's degree and 2-year Master's degree must possess NET qualification and 2 years of research experience, as per OM No. Edn./6/27/2014/HRD dated 13-07-2015, OM No. Agril. Edn. 6/27/2014-HRD dated 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 DUS testing.
Young Professional-I (YP-I) – 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.
- Desirable (one YP-I post): Experience in laboratory work related to PCR, genomics, and molecular markers.
- Desirable (one YP-I post): Experience in handling plant growth and yield experiments, crop data recording, and basic statistical analysis.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / Women (SRF) | 5 years |
| OBC (SRF) | 3 years |
| Young Professionals | As per rules |
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Stage 1 – Application Screening: All applications will be scrutinized by the Divisional Screening Committee. Only eligible and shortlisted candidates will be informed by email regarding the date and time of the offline interview.
- Stage 2 – Offline Interview: A duly constituted Selection Committee will conduct an offline interview for shortlisted candidates.
- No TA/DA: No travel allowance or dearness allowance will be paid to any candidate for attending the walk-in interview.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Duly filled Application Proforma (Annexure-I) and Declaration Form (Annexure-II) as per the prescribed format.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Original certificates and supporting documents from matriculation onwards — DOB proof, degree/provisional certificates, NET/GATE/equivalent, experience certificates, publications, and a copy of the M.Sc./M.Tech. thesis (for SRF candidates).
- One set of self-attested photocopies of all original documents to be carried at the time of the walk-in interview.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the present employer, if currently employed.
- Important: Engagement is purely temporary and contractual for one year or till completion/termination of the project, whichever is earlier. Selected candidates will have no claim for regular appointment or absorption in ICAR/IARI.
- Important: Concealment of facts or submission of false information will lead to disqualification or termination of candidature. Candidates having relatives employed in ICAR/IARI must declare details in Annexure-II.
Download Official Notification
Download ICAR IARI SRF & Young Professional-I Official Notification PDF
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the walk-in interview date and venue for ICAR IARI Recruitment?
The walk-in interview is scheduled for 5 November 2026 at 10:30 AM. Candidates must report at the Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110012.
What is the application fee for ICAR IARI Recruitment 2026?
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification for ICAR IARI SRF and Young Professional-I recruitment.
What is the nature of the ICAR IARI employment — permanent or contractual?
The engagement is purely temporary and contractual for a duration of one year or till completion/termination of the concerned project, whichever is earlier. These posts are co-terminus with the respective project and are not regular ICAR cadre positions.
What is the salary structure for ICAR IARI SRF and Young Professional-I posts?
Senior Research Fellow (SRF) receives Rs. 37,000 + HRA for the first two years and Rs. 42,000 + HRA from the third year onwards. Young Professional-I receives a consolidated salary of Rs. 30,000 per month. HRA is paid as per existing Central Government rates applicable in the respective city/location.
What are the qualifications required for ICAR IARI Recruitment 2026?
For SRF, a Master's degree in Vegetable Science / Horticulture / Genetics and Plant Breeding / Plant Biotechnology is required, with NET qualification and research experience as per the prescribed OM for the 3+2 degree structure. For YP-I, a Graduate with at least 60% marks in relevant Agriculture Sciences / Engineering / Technology is required.
Is there any TA/DA provided for attending the ICAR IARI walk-in interview?
No, no TA/DA or any other expenses will be paid to candidates for attending the walk-in interview at ICAR IARI.