ICAR IARI Shimla Field Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 02 Posts

ICAR IARI Shimla Field Assistant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 02 Posts

ICAR - Indian Agricultural Research Institute Regional Station, Shimla (IARI Shimla) has released a notification for the recruitment of Field Assistant posts on a temporary basis. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interview scheduled for 21 January 2026.

ICAR IARI Shimla Recruitment 2026 Overview

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Field Assistant (Post 1)

• Essential Qualification: +2 with science subjects / +2 Agriculture
• Experience: Minimum 3 years experience in laboratory / field works handling equipments
• Desirable Qualification: Work experience in pathogen isolation, fungicide/pesticide applications etc.
• Salary: ₹20,000/- Per Month + 10% HRA

Eligibility for Field Assistant (Post 2)

• Essential Qualification: +2 with science subjects / +2 Agriculture
• Experience: Minimum 1 year experience in laboratory / field works
• Desirable Qualification: Work experience in agriculture/horticulture crops
• Salary: ₹15,000/- Per Month (consolidated)

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years
• Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST & Women, 3 years for OBC (as on date of interview)

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 30 December 2025
• Walk-in Interview Date & Time: 21 January 2026 at 11:00 AM

Selection Process

Walk-in Interview

How to Apply

Interested candidates are required to appear for Walk-in Interview on 21 January 2026 at 11:00 AM.

• Venue: ICAR-IARI Regional Station, Amartara Cottage, Shimla 171004
• Bring duly filled application form (format given in the notification), original certificates, one set of photocopies and recent passport size photograph.
• No TA/DA will be provided.
• Candidates currently employed must bring No Objection Certificate (NOC) from present employer.

General Information / Instructions

• The post is purely temporary and will be filled on contractual basis till the termination of the project.
• The candidate shall not claim regular appointment at this institute, as the post is co-terminus with the project and committee’s decision will be final.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview in person.
• Only the candidates meeting essential qualification would be interviewed.
• Concealing of facts or canvassing in any form shall lead to disqualification or termination of such candidates.
• The selected candidate will be stationed at ICAR-IARI Regional Station, Amartara Cottage, Shimla 171004, but have to attend field trials conducted at various locations in Himachal Pradesh and other places as and when required.
• Candidate should be willing to complete the allotted work in time. Work may be allotted based on the project requirements rather than the expertise of the candidate.
• Candidate working elsewhere must bring NOC from their present Employer.
• Bring original documents and 01 photocopy set along with duly filled application form given in Annexure at the time of interview.

Important Links:

Official Notification PDF: Click Here

Official Website: Click Here

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to attend the walk-in interview?
Ans: The walk-in interview is on 21 January 2026 at 11:00 AM.

Q2: What is the qualification required for ICAR IARI Field Assistant?
Ans: Candidates must have passed 12th with Science subjects or 12th (Agriculture).

Q3: What is the age limit for this recruitment?
Ans: The age limit is 21 to 30 years. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories.

Q4: Is this a permanent job?
Ans: No, the post is purely temporary and contractual, co-terminus with the project.

Q5: What is the salary for Field Assistant posts?
Ans: Post 1 gets ₹20,000 + 10% HRA and Post 2 gets ₹15,000 per month.