ICAR CRRI Recruitment 2026: 24 Young Professional-II, Young Professional-I & Agricultural Field Operator – Walk-In Interview on 02-03 November 2026 @ icar-crri.in
⚡ Quick Facts & Key Highlights
| Recruiting Body | Central Rice Research Institute |
|---|---|
| State / Jurisdiction | Odisha |
| Total Posts | 24 |
| Last Date for Application | 03 November 2026 |
| Application Fee | Not Stated |
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- Recruiting Body: Indian Council of Agricultural Research Central Rice Research Institute (ICAR CRRI)
- Advertisement No: Advertisement No. 37/YP-II/YP-I/AFO/2026-27
- Total Posts: 24
- Post Names: Young Professional-II (YP-II), Young Professional-I (YP-I), Agricultural Field Operator (AFO)
- Employment Nature: Contractual (Temporary)
- Application Mode: Walk-in Interview
- Date & Time: 02.11.2026 (YP-II: 10:00 AM, YP-I: 02:30 PM) and 03.11.2026 (AFO: 10:00 AM)
- Venue: ICAR-CRRI, Cuttack, Odisha - 753006
- Application Fee: Not Stated
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young Professional-II (YP-II) | 1 | 21 - 45 years | Rs. 42,000 |
| Young Professional-I (YP-I) | 3 | 21 - 45 years | Rs. 30,000 |
| Agricultural Field Operator (AFO) | 20 | 18 - 50 years | Rs. 18,000 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Young Professional-II (YP-II): M.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture / Botany / Microbiology. Desirable: One to two years of working experience.
- Young Professional-I (YP-I): B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture / Botany / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Molecular Biology.
- Agricultural Field Operator (AFO): Matriculation with +2 vocational in Agriculture related subject OR Matriculation with 2 years of working experience from reputed organization.
Age Relaxation: Applicable for SC, ST, and OBC candidates as per Government of India norms.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
Candidates will be selected through a walk-in interview. If a large number of candidates appear, a screening test may be conducted to shortlist candidates. Preference will be given to candidates having work experience in an ICAR institute. No TA/DA will be paid for the interview.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- One recent passport-size photograph
- Original educational certificates from matriculation onwards (including documents available on Digilocker)
- Xerox copies of all required educational certificates
- Experience certificate in the relevant subject, if applicable
- Filled Biodata form downloaded from the official website
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the respective employer or institution for candidates currently employed or pursuing studies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the walk-in interview date and venue? The walk-in interviews are scheduled for 2 November 2026 (YP-II & YP-I) and 3 November 2026 (AFO) at ICAR-CRRI, Cuttack, Odisha - 753006.
- What are the reporting times? For YP-II: 10:00 AM on 2 November 2026; For YP-I: 02:30 PM on 2 November 2026; For AFO: 10:00 AM on 3 November 2026.
- Is there any application fee? No application fee has been mentioned in the notification.
- What is the nature of the job? These are temporary contractual positions under the ICAR CRRI project.
- What is the salary structure? The consolidated monthly pay is Rs. 42,000 for YP-II, Rs. 30,000 for YP-I, and Rs. 18,000 for AFO.
- What documents are required? Candidates must bring a recent passport-size photograph, original educational certificates with xerox copies, experience certificate if applicable, filled biodata form, and NOC if employed/studying.
Download Official Recruitment Notification
Download and read the official advertisement PDF for complete post eligibility, category reservations, format of certificates, and application guidelines.