ICAR-CAZRI Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Young Professional I & II Posts

Central Arid Zone Research Institute Jodhpur Last Date: 6th February, 2026

ICAR-CAZRI Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Young Professional I & II Posts

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the position of Young Professional (YP-I & YP-II) on a contractual basis under an externally funded project at the Division of Livestock Production and Range Management, ICAR-Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI), Jodhpur. This is a temporary position strictly for the project duration ending December 2028.

Candidates must send their applications in the prescribed format along with self-attested documents to the designated email address ([email protected]) by 28th January 2026. The walk-in-interview is tentatively scheduled for 6th February 2026.

Overview

Organization ICAR-Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI)
Post Name Young Professional I, Young Professional II
Project Name Network project on Effect of Liquid Fermented Organic Manure (LFOM) on crop productivity and soil health...
Walk-in Date 6th February 2026 (10:00 AM onwards)
Application Deadline 28th January 2026
Location Jodhpur, Rajasthan

Vacancy Details

Post Name No. of Posts Salary (Per Month)
Young Professional 2 (YP-2) 01 Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed)
Young Professional 1 (YP-1) 01 Rs. 30,000/- (Fixed)

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Young Professional 2 (YP-2)

  • Essential Qualification: First class Master's degree in Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry/ Ag Chemistry/Agronomy (with thesis work).
  • Desirable: Research experience in sampling and analysis of soil, plant and manures, which is evident from the relevant documents, handling of instruments, good scientific writing skills and knowledge of MS Office.

Eligibility for Young Professional 1 (YP-1)

  • Essential Qualification: Bachelor's degree in B.Sc. Ag/B.Sc. Biochemistry/ B.Sc. Microbiology.
  • Desirable: Research experience related to biochemistry and microbiology, which should be evident from the work experience from the relevant document and basic knowledge of working in MS Office.

Terms & Conditions

  • Age Limit: Maximum age for YP-2 is 35 years (age relaxation of five years for SC/ST & women and three years for OBC) on the last date of application.
  • Duration: The posts are purely temporary and will be filled on a contractual basis till December 2028.
  • Regular Appointment: The selected candidate shall not claim regular appointment at this Institute.
  • Documents: Candidates must submit self-attested scanned certificates from matriculation onwards, degree certificates, and a recent photograph by email. Original documents will be verified at the time of appointment.
  • Disqualification: Concealing of facts or canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
  • Disputes: In case of any disputes, it will be resolved in the jurisdiction of Jodhpur Courts only.

Important Links

Important Links:

Send Application: [email protected]

Official Notification PDF: Click here

Official Website: Click here

FAQs

Q1: How to apply for ICAR-CAZRI Young Professional posts?

Ans: Candidates need to send their application in the prescribed format to [email protected] by 28th January 2026.

Q2: What is the salary for Young Professional II?

Ans: The salary for YP-II is Rs. 42,000 per month (fixed).

Q3: Is this a permanent job?

Ans: No, these posts are purely temporary and contractual till December 2028.

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About Central Arid Zone Research Institute

The Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI) was established by the Government of India in 1952 in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. It was previously known as Desert Afforestation Research Station until it was renamed in 1959.

The objectives of the Institute are to find ways to stabilizing shifting sand dunes, establishing silvi pastoral and firewood plantations, planting windbreaks to reduce wind speed and subsequent erosion, rehabilitating degraded forests and starting afforestation of barren hill slopes.

Central Arid Zone Research Institute recruitment offers great career opportunities for several posts such as Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Junior Research Fellow (JRF).

Interested candidates can pursue courses in Ph.D degree/ Post Graduate Degree in Basic science with specialization in plant pathology or Post Graduate degree in plant pathology / Agricultural Science, Post Graduate Degree in Basic science with specialization in plant pathology with NET Qualification or Post Graduate degree in plant pathology /Agricultural Science for a great career at Central Arid Zone Research Institute.


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Central Arid Zone Research Institute, CAZRI Road, Jodhpur - 342003 (Rajasthan) - INDIA
Jodhpur, Rajasthan - 342003
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