📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
ICAR-CIRB Recruitment 2026: Notification for Assistant Administrative Officer (Deputation)
Recruitment Overview
The Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes (CIRB), ICAR has released a notification (F.No. 3-10/RVC/2011-12) dated 19th Feb, 2026 to fill up two (02) posts of Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) on a deputation basis. This is a direct recruitment opportunity for eligible officials from ICAR Headquarters, ICAR Institutes, Central/State Government, UTs, Autonomous Bodies, or PSUs. Selected candidates will be posted at the ICAR-CIRB Main Campus, Hisar (Haryana) and the ICAR-CIRB Sub Campus, Nabha, Distt. Patiala (Punjab). The initial tenure is for one year, extendable or curtailed based on requirements.
Key Highlights Table
| Organization Name | ICAR - Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes (CIRB) |
| Post Name | Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) |
| Total Vacancies | 2 (1 at Hisar, 1 at Nabha) |
| Recruitment Type | Deputation (Direct Recruitment) |
| Pay Scale | Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400) |
| Last Date to Apply | 16th March 2026 |
| Official Website | https://cirb.res.in |
Vacancy Details (Detailed Breakdown)
| Post Name | Location | Pay Matrix / Salary | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Administrative Officer (AAO) |
|
Level-7 under 7th CPC (Pre-revised PB-2: Rs. 9300-34800 + GP Rs. 4600/-) Equivalent to Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400 |
Max 56 Years (on closing date) |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification & Experience
Applications are invited from officials of the following departments/organizations:
- ICAR Headquarters or ICAR Institutes
- Central Government / State Government / Union Territories
- Autonomous Bodies / Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs)
Essential Criteria (One of the following must apply):
- Officials holding the analogous post on a regular basis in the parent cadre/department.
- Officials having 5 years of regular service in Level-6 (Pre-revised Pay Band-2: Rs. 9300-34800 with Grade Pay of Rs. 4200) in the parent cadre/department.
2. Age Limit & Relaxation
- Maximum Age: 56 years.
- Age Calculation Date: Age is calculated as of the closing date for receipt of applications (16.03.2026).
- Age Relaxation: As per Govt of India/DoPT rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD (though specific relaxations are not detailed in this deputation notification, standard rules apply).
3. Mandatory Requirements
- Deputation Period: The period of deputation shall ordinarily not exceed 3 years (including any previous ex-cadre post).
- Preference: Preference will be given to officials of the ICAR system.
- Ineligibility: Departmental officials in the feeder category who are in the direct line of promotion are not eligible for deputation.
- Documents: Applicants must attach attested copies of APAR of the last 5 years, a vetigilance clearance certificate, and an integrity certificate.
🎯 Selection Process
Recruitment Type: Direct Recruitment (Deputation Basis)
Since this is a deputation post, there is no competitive examination (Prelims/Mains). The selection is based on merit and eligibility verification.
- Screening: Applications will be screened based on eligibility criteria, service records, and APAR ratings.
- Interview/Assessment: Candidates may be called for an interview or assessment by the competent authority.
- Clearance: Final selection is subject to vigilance clearance and willingness of the parent department to relieve the candidate immediately.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
This is an offline application process for deputation posts.
- Download Form: Download the application form from the official website https://cirb.res.in (or use the enclosed proforma in the PDF notification).
- Fill Details: Fill in all personal, educational, and service details carefully.
- Attach Documents: Prepare self-attested copies of the following:
- APAR (Annual Performance Appraisal Report) for the last 5 years.
- Vigilance Clearance Certificate.
- Integrity Certificate.
- Forward Application: The application must be sent through proper channel (i.e., forwarded by the Head of Office of the parent department).
- Submission: Send the completed application form along with all enclosures to the following address so that it reaches by 16.03.2026:
The Director,
ICAR - Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes (CIRB),
Sirsa Road, Hisar - 125001 (Haryana)
📅 Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 19th February 2026
- Application Submission Deadline: 16th March 2026 (Application must reach the office by this date)