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ICAR IARI Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for Senior Research Fellow, Young Professional I Posts
Important details
| Name of post | ICAR IARI Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for Senior Research Fellow, Young Professional I Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 3 posts |
| Pay / salary | House Rent Allowance (HRA) will be given as per existing Central Government rates applicable in various cities/locations.; 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) |
| Selection process | Selection is made through screening of applications followed by an offline interview conducted by a duly constituted Selection Committee. |
| Posted on | 08 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 08 Oct 2026 |
⚠ Differs from official notice: Checked against the official notification: some facts differ. Trust the official value shown below. Official notification (iari.res.in)
| Fact | Shown here | Official notification | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total vacancies | 3 | 1 | differs |
Important Dates
- Walk-in Interview Date & Time05.11.2026 at 10:30 A.M.
Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee.
The official notification does not mention any application fee.
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.
- Category : Relaxation
- SC / ST & Women (SRF) : 5 years
- OBC (SRF) : 3 years
- Young Professionals : Relaxation as per rules
- The minimum age is 21 years for both posts. The maximum age is 35 years for SRF and 45 years for Young Professionals, with admissible relaxations for reserved categories.
Total Post
3 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) will be given as per existing Central Government rates applicable in various cities/locations.
- 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)
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 Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
| Positions | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| 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 |
- A total of 3 vacancies are available under the PPV&FRA and ICAR funded projects in the Division of Vegetable Science.
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 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.
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.
More Details
- ICAR IARI Important Dates
- ICAR IARI Age Limit
- Age Relaxation
- ICAR IARI Application Fee
- ICAR IARI Selection Process
Mode of Selection
- 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
- 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.
Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Download iari.res.in |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here iari.res.in |
| Link | Details |
| Official Notification PDF | Official Recruitment Advertisement PDF |
| Click Here | Official Website |
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Frequently asked questions
How many vacancies are there in ICAR IARI Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for Senior Research Fellow, Young Professional I Posts?
There are 3 posts in total.
What is the age limit for ICAR IARI Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for Senior Research Fellow, Young Professional I Posts?
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; Category : Relaxation; SC / ST & Women (SRF) : 5 years; OBC (SRF) : 3 years; Young Professionals : Relaxation as per rules; The minimum age is 21 years for both posts. The maximum age is 35 years for SRF and 45 years for Young Professionals, with admissible relaxations for reserved categories.
What qualification is needed for ICAR IARI Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for Senior Research Fellow, Young Professional I Posts?
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 N…
What is the selection process for ICAR IARI Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for Senior Research Fellow, Young Professional I Posts?
Selection is made through screening of applications followed by an offline interview conducted by a duly constituted Selection Committee.
What is the official website for ICAR IARI Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for Senior Research Fellow, Young Professional I Posts?
The official website is https://iari.res.in/.