The ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI) has announced a recruitment drive for the position of Research Associate, Senior Research Fellow, and Young Professional-II. A total of 4 vacancies are available, and the last date to apply is 11 November 2026.
ICAR-IARI Research Associate Recruitment 2026: 4 Posts, Apply Online: Overview
| Organization | ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI) |
| Post Name | Research Associate (RA), Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Young Professional-II (YP-II) |
| Advt No | Employment News No. 30/55 |
| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | New Delhi-110012 |
| Official Website | Not specified |
Important Dates
The following are important dates related to the recruitment process.
| Employment News Publication Issue | 24–30 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Biodata and Online Form | 11 November 2026 |
| Interview Date | To be notified |
Application Fee
The official notification does not specify an application fee.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/OBC | Not specified |
| SC/ST/PwD | Not specified |
Age Limit
The age limit varies by post for male and female candidates. Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates as per Government of India rules.
| Post | Age Limit (Men) | Age Limit (Women) |
| Research Associate (RA) | 40 years | 45 years |
| Young Professional-II (YP-II) | 40 years | 45 years |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 35 years | 40 years |
Vacancy Details
A total of 4 unreserved temporary vacancies are available across three research positions.
| Post | Vacancies | Category | Fellowship / Salary |
| Research Associate (RA) | 1 | Unreserved | Rs 61,000/- per month + 30% HRA (for Master’s Degree holders) & Rs 67,000/- per month + 30% HRA (for Ph.D.) |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 2 | Unreserved | Rs 37,000/- + 30% HRA per month |
| Young Professional-II (YP-II) | 1 | Unreserved | Rs 42,000/- Consolidated |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must ensure they meet the post-specific educational qualifications and age limits prior to submitting their applications. The qualifications vary by post, with essential and desirable criteria specified for each position.
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable Qualification |
| Research Associate (RA) | Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, or a relevant plant science discipline | Experience in gene editing, transgenic generation, and molecular analysis |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | Master’s degree in relevant fields with NET/GATE/ICAR-SRF qualification | Experience in molecular cloning and transgenic plants analysis |
| Young Professional-II (YP-II) | Master’s degree in relevant fields | Experience in molecular cloning and transformation techniques |
Salary and Pay Scale
The salary for the various posts is as follows:
| Post | Salary |
| Research Associate (RA) | Rs 61,000/- to Rs 67,000/- per month + applicable HRA |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | Rs 37,000/- + 30% HRA |
| Young Professional-II (YP-II) | Rs 42,000/- consolidated |
Selection Process
Applications will be screened after the last date of receipt. Only candidates possessing the essential and desirable qualifications will be shortlisted and called for an interview.
- Application submission.
- Screening of applications.
- Shortlisting of candidates.
- Interview notification via email.
- Interview for shortlisted candidates.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply online by following these steps:
- Open the online application form link provided in the notification.
- Fill in all required details accurately.
- Prepare your biodata neatly typed on separate white paper.
- Affix a self-attested recent passport-size photograph to the biodata form.
- Attach self-attested scanned copies of mark sheets and certificates from Class 10th Standard onwards.
- Submit the completed online form.
- Send the biodata along with all required scanned enclosures by the last date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
The notification does not specify if one candidate can apply for multiple posts.
On which date is experience counted?
The notification does not specify a cutoff date for determining the age limit or experience.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates will need to provide self-attested copies of their mark sheets, degrees, and experience certificates during verification.
Documents Required
- Neatly typed and completed application form/biodata with self-attested passport-size photograph.
- Self-attested copies of 10th standard mark sheet and certificate.
- Self-attested copies of 12th standard mark sheet and certificate.
- Self-attested copies of Under-graduation (UG) degree and mark sheets.
- Self-attested copies of Post-graduation (PG) degree and mark sheets.
- Ph.D. degree certificate (if applicable).
- NET / GATE / ICAR-SRF qualification certificate (where applicable).
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying under the wrong post code.
- Missing certificate date in the application.
- Not submitting the application form before the deadline.
- Providing incorrect or incomplete biodata.
- Failing to attach required documents.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: ICAR-भारतीय कृषि अनुसंधान संस्थान (ICAR-IARI)
- पद: अनुसंधान सहयोगी, वरिष्ठ अनुसंधान साथी, युवा पेशेवर-II
- कुल पद: 4
- योग्यता: किसी भी मास्टर डिग्री, M.E/M.Tech, M.Phil/Ph.D
- आयु सीमा: 35 से 45 वर्ष (पद और लिंग के अनुसार)
- अंतिम तिथि: 11 नवंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें और बायोडाटा भेजें।
