ICAR IARI Recruitment 2026: Project Associate-I Walk-in Interview Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Division of Biochemistry Indian A gricultural Research Institute New Delhi 110012 भाकृ अनुप ICAR ys Walk in interview on 25" March, 2026 A walk-in interview will be held for the following temporary contractual post under the DBT (Department of Biotechnology), Government of India funded project entitled: “Designing plant based smart proteins to mimic the properties of animal proteins ensuring widespread consumer adoption and satisfaction.” (Duration of Project: 2 years) Candidates interested in research with the qualifications given below may report for interview at 09:30 A.M. on 25th March, 2026 at Division of Biochemistry, ICAR-IARI, Pusa Campus, New Delhi — 110012. Project %31,000/- + HRA | Essential Qualifications: M.Sc. or M.Tech (including Associate — I per month for) Integrated M.Tech 442) in Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ (One post) candidates qualified | Plant Biochemistry/ Life Sciences/ Food Science or relevant through NET/GATE or any National Eligibility Test OR =25,000/- + HRA per month for candidates without NET/GATE/BET (as discipline from a recognized university. NET/GATE not mandatory. Desirable: Experience in protein biochemistry, food biochemistry, molecular biology, extrusion/functional analysis, biochemical techniques (SDS-PAGE, FTIR, SEM, etc.). per DST/DBT OM No. DST/PCPM/Z- 06/2022 dated 26.06.2022) Age Limit: Maximum 35 years for Project Associate—I (Age relaxation of 3 years for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST/W omen candidates as per Government of India rules). Candidate should report at Division of Biochemistry, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Pusa Campus, New Delhi 110 012, on 25th March, 2026 for interview. The time for interview will be allotted separately to each candidate after verifying the certificate. e No objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer is required, if working. Division of Biochemistry e — * Bio-data as per the format given in Annexure—I should be submitted along with self-attested copies of certificates and mark sheets of 10th, 12th, Under-graduation, Post-graduation (M.Sc./M.Tech) and any other relevant certificates (experience/NET/GATE/BET, if applicable). Candidates should affix a recent passport-size photograph on the bio-data. The bio-data must clearly indicate academic qualifications starting from 10th Standard up to the highest qualification, with percentage/OGPA, distinctions/medals (if any), and relevant research experience. This information will be used for academic scoring and shortlisting. Incomplete bio-data or failure to provide marks and supporting self-attested certificates will lead to non-consideration of academic score and may result in rejection of the candidature. e The above posts are purely temporary and will be filled on contractual basis for an initial period of one year or project duration whichever is earlier, which may be extended on yearly basis after satisfactory performance of the incumbent till termination of the scheme. There is no provision of re-engagement after termination of scheme. Selected candidate shall not claim for regular appointment at this institute as the fellowship is co-terminus with respective scheme. Asst. Admin Officer ll Division of Biochemistry Application Form Affix self- Post Applied for: attested passport 1, Name: size photo 2. Fathers Name: 3. Date of Birth: 4, Marital Status: 5. Address for correspondence: 6. E-mail: 7. Contact telephone/Mobile No.: 8. Educational Qualifications: S Degree/C ertificate | Board/University Subject Year Marks % / No. OGPA 1 X 2 XII 3 BSc. 4 MSc. 5 Ph.D 9, Research experience (Number of years & brief description of the research projects; Enclose relevant office orders & certificates): 10. Publications: 11. Name & contact information of two Referees: 12. Any other relevant information: I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true. Division of Biochemistry Signature of A pplicant Important note: 1. Incomplete application will be rejected 2. Please attached attested copies of the mark- sheet and certificates in support of your qualification, age and research experience 3. Application should be neatly typed on separate white paper following the above application format. Division of Biochemistry