ICAR-Indian Agricultural Statistics Research Institute has announced a recruitment notification for various posts. A total of 16 vacancies are available for the positions of Research Associate, Senior Research Fellow, Young Professional-II(IT), Young Professional-II, and Project Associate-1. The last date to apply is 15-11-2026.
ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Associate Recruitment 2026: 16 Posts: Overview
| Organization | ICAR-Indian Agricultural Statistics Research Institute, Library Avenue, Pusa, New Delhi – 110012 |
| Post Name | Research Associate, Senior Research Fellow, Young Professional-II(IT), Young Professional-II, Project Associate-1 (PA-1) |
| Advt No | 1(4)/2022-R.Cell (E-178074) |
| Total Vacancies | 16 |
| Application Mode | |
| Job Location | ICAR-IASRI, New Delhi |
| Official Website | Not specified |
Important Dates
The following are the key dates for the recruitment process:
| Date of notice | 30-10-2026 |
| Last date to email application | 15-11-2026, 05:30 PM |
| Interview via video conferencing | 20-11-2026, from 10:30 AM |
Application Fee
The official notification does not specify any application fee.
| Category | Fee |
| General | Not specified |
| OBC | Not specified |
| SC/ST/PWD | Not specified |
Age Limit
The age limit varies by post. Age is counted as on the date of the interview. Relaxation is applicable as follows:
– Research Associate: Not more than 40 years; 5 years relaxation for SC/ST/women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.
– Senior Research Fellow: Not more than 35 years; 5 years relaxation for SC/ST/women candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates.
– Young Professional-II(IT): Age limit not specified.
– Young Professional-II: Age limit not specified.
| Post | Age Limit |
| Research Associate | Not more than 40 years |
| Senior Research Fellow | Not more than 35 years |
| Young Professional-II(IT) | Not specified |
| Young Professional-II | Not specified |
| Project Associate-1 (PA-1) | Not specified |
Vacancy Details
The recruitment notification lists a total of 16 vacancies across five different posts, as detailed below:
| Post | Vacancies | Project |
| Research Associate | 3 | Network Project on Agricultural Bioinformatics and Computational Biology under CABin Scheme |
| Senior Research Fellow | 4 | Network Project on Agricultural Bioinformatics and Computational Biology under CABin Scheme |
| Young Professional-II(IT) | 3 | Network Project on Agricultural Bioinformatics and Computational Biology under CABin Scheme |
| Young Professional-II | 4 | Network Project on Agricultural Bioinformatics and Computational Biology under CABin Scheme |
| Project Associate-1 (PA-1) | 2 | Establishment of Centre for Bioinformatics and Computational Biology in Agriculture-BIC at ICAR-IASRI, New Delhi (DBT Funded) |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Eligibility criteria vary for each post, including educational qualifications and experience. Candidates must ensure they meet the specific requirements for the post they are applying for. The qualifications required for each position are as follows:
| Post | Qualification |
| Research Associate | Ph.D in relevant fields or M.Phil with 3 years research experience |
| Senior Research Fellow | Master’s in relevant fields with 2 years research experience or Ph.D. |
| Young Professional-II(IT) | Bachelor’s or Master’s in relevant fields with experience |
| Young Professional-II | Graduates/Post Graduates in relevant fields |
| Project Associate-1 (PA-1) | Not specified |
Salary and Pay Scale
The consolidated pay for the positions varies based on the post. The pay scale ranges from Rs.25,000 to Rs.67,000 per month, with HRA applicable for some posts.
| Post | Pay Scale |
| Research Associate | Rs.67,000 |
| Senior Research Fellow | Rs.35,000 |
| Young Professional-II(IT) | Rs.25,000 |
| Young Professional-II | Rs.25,000 |
| Project Associate-1 (PA-1) | Rs.35,000 |
Selection Process
The selection process involves shortlisting candidates based on the number of applications received. A maximum of 10 candidates per post will be called for the interview. The interview will be conducted via video conferencing on the specified date.
- Application submission via email.
- Shortlisting of candidates based on applications.
- Interview notification sent to shortlisted candidates.
- Interview conducted via video conferencing.
How to Apply
Candidates must email their applications as a single PDF file. Follow these steps to apply:
- Fill the application form given as Annexure-I in the notice.
- Complete Annexure-II or Annexure-III as applicable.
- Prepare your resume and required documents in chronological order.
- Compile all documents into a single PDF.
- Email the PDF to [email protected] by 05:30 PM on 15 November 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
The notification does not specify whether a candidate can apply for multiple posts.
What is the experience counted as on which date?
Experience is counted as on the date of the interview.
What documents are needed at verification?
Documents required include the application form, resume, and other specified certificates.
Documents Required
- Application form (Annexure-I)
- Resume
- Annexure-II or Annexure-III (as applicable)
- All educational certificates
- Experience letters (if applicable)
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying for the wrong post code.
- Missing the deadline for application submission.
- Not including required documents in the PDF.
- Incorrect email subject line or missing it altogether.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्थान: ICAR-Indian Agricultural Statistics Research Institute
- पद: Research Associate, Senior Research Fellow, Young Professional-II(IT), Young Professional-II, Project Associate-1
- कुल पद: 16
- योग्यता: M.Phil/Ph.D, Post Graduate, BCA, MCA, Graduate
- आयु सीमा: पद के अनुसार भिन्न
- अंतिम तिथि: 15-11-2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ईमेल द्वारा
