ICAR CRRI Research Associate I, Senior Research Fellow Walk in 2025 – Complete Recruitment Details

ICAR CRRI Research Associate I, Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2025

The ICAR Central Rice Research Institute (ICAR CRRI) has announced a recruitment notification for the year 2025. This recruitment is for the positions of Research Associate I (RA-I) and Senior Research Fellow (SRF), with a total of 2 vacancies available. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can attend the walk-in interview scheduled for December 10, 2025. Below are the detailed insights regarding the recruitment process, eligibility, and application procedure.

Overview

The ICAR CRRI is looking to fill the following positions:

• Research Associate I (RA-I)
• Senior Research Fellow (SRF)

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the positions, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Research Associate I (RA-I): Ph.D. or M.Sc. in relevant fields with at least 3 years of research experience and one research paper published in a Science Citation Index journal.
• Senior Research Fellow (SRF): Post Graduate Degree in Basic Science or a Professional Course with NET/GATE qualification and two years of relevant research experience.

Age Limit

The age limits for the positions are as follows:

• Research Associate I (RA-I): Maximum 40 years for men and 45 years for women.
• Senior Research Fellow (SRF): Maximum 35 years for men and 40 years for women.

Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, and OBC candidates as per Government of India norms.

Application Fee

No application fee is mentioned for this recruitment process.

Selection Process

The selection will be based on a walk-in interview, which may include a written-cum-personal interview. In case of a large number of candidates, a screening test may be conducted to shortlist candidates for the interview. A skill test may also be conducted if required.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates should follow these steps to apply:

• Bring one recent passport-sized photograph.
• Carry original educational certificates along with Xerox copies and experience certificates.
• Download and fill the biodata form from the official website.
• Appear for the walk-in interview on the specified date, time, and location at ICAR-CRRI, Cuttack.

Note that no candidates will be entertained after the designated times for the interviews. If currently employed, candidates must provide a no-objection certificate from their current employer. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

Important Instructions

The positions are purely temporary and will be co-terminus with the project, initially up to March 31, 2026, extendable to August 2028. The service will automatically terminate after the project expiry, and there is no right for absorption in ICAR-CRRI. The Director reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of positions or cancel the recruitment process. Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate.

FAQ

• Q: What are the posts available in this recruitment?
  A: There are 2 posts available: Research Associate I (RA-I) and Senior Research Fellow (SRF).

• Q: What is the qualification required for these positions?
  A: Candidates need a Ph.D. or M.Sc. for RA-I, and a Post Graduate Degree with NET/GATE for SRF.

• Q: What is the age limit for applicants?
  A: The age limit is a maximum of 40 years for men and 45 years for women for RA-I; 35 years for SRF.

• Q: When is the walk-in interview scheduled?
  A: The walk-in interview is scheduled for 10th December 2025.

• Q: What is the salary for these positions?
  A: The salary is Rs. 58,000 + 18% HRA for RA-I and Rs. 42,000 + 18% HRA for SRF per month.

How to Apply

• Step 1: Prepare your updated resume and relevant documents as per the eligibility criteria.
• Step 2: Attend the walk-in interview on the specified date at the designated venue.
• Step 3: Bring original documents for verification along with photocopies.