Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) Invites Application for 11 Young Professional and Various Posts

Indian Agricultural Research Institute New Delhi Last Date: 3rd September, 2026
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Project Associate-I, Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Young Professional-II, Young Professional-I, Young Professional-I (IT), Young Professional-I (F&A)

Division of Genetics, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi

The Division of Genetics, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, invites eligible candidates for a walk-in interview for 11 Project Staff positions (Project Associate-I, SRF, Young Professional-II, Young Professional-I, and IT/F&A) on a purely temporary and co-terminus basis. Interviews will be held on 2 and 3 September 2026.

Quick Overview
Particular Details
Organization Division of Genetics, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi
Post Names Project Associate-I, SRF, Young Professional-II, Young Professional-I (General/IT/F&A)
Total Vacancies 11
Application Mode Walk-in Interview
Walk-in Dates 2 September 2026 (10:30 AM) & 3 September 2026 (10:00 AM)
Job Type Contractual / Temporary
Official Website iari.res.in
New Delhi,
110012,
IN

Employment Type:CONTRACTOR

Number of Vacancies:11

Post-wise Vacancy, Emolument, and Eligibility Details

S.No Post Name (Project) Vacancies Emoluments (₹ per month) Essential Qualification Desirable Qualification Age Limit
1 Project Associate-I
(ANRF Project: MLB resistance in maize)
1 ₹37,000 + HRA (NET/GATE)
₹30,000 + HRA (Others)
Master’s degree in Natural/Agricultural Sciences with specialization in Genetics/Plant Breeding/Biotechnology/allied Life Sciences. Research experience in maize genetics, breeding, and molecular markers. Max 50 years
2 Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
(National Mission on High Yielding Seeds)
2 ₹37,000 + HRA (1st & 2nd yr)
₹42,000 + HRA (3rd yr)
Master’s degree in Genetics/Plant Breeding/Seed Science/Biotechnology/Microbiology/allied Life Sciences with 4/5 years of Bachelor's degree OR 3-year Bachelor's + 2-year Master's with NET & 2 years research experience. Experience in crop genetics, breeding, field/lab experiments, data analysis, report compilation. Max 35 yrs (Men)
Max 40 yrs (Women)
Relaxation as per rules
3 Young Professional-II
(National Mission on High Yielding Seeds)
2 ₹42,000 (Fixed; no HRA) Postgraduate degree in Genetics/Plant Breeding/Seed Science/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Agronomy/Horticulture/Agricultural Extension/Agricultural Economics/allied Life Sciences. Experience in field/lab experiments, data analysis, documentation, report compilation. 21-45 years (Relaxation as per rules)
4 Young Professional-I
(National Mission on High Yielding Seeds)
2 ₹30,000 (Fixed; no HRA) Graduate degree in Agriculture/Sciences/Engineering/Arts. Experience in field/lab experiments, data analysis, documentation, report compilation. 21-45 years (Relaxation as per rules)
5 Young Professional-I (IT)
(National Mission on High Yielding Seeds)
2 ₹30,000 (Fixed; no HRA) Graduate with at least 60% marks in Computer Applications/IT/Computer Science/AI/Operating Systems/Software Engineering/Computer Graphics. Knowledge/experience of MS Office, data management, web-based applications, databases, programming/software tools. 21-45 years (Relaxation as per rules)
6 Young Professional-I (F&A)
(National Mission on High Yielding Seeds)
2 ₹30,000 (Fixed; no HRA) B.Com/BBA/BBS with minimum 60% marks + minimum one year of relevant experience. Knowledge of IT applications, computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Tally), virtual meeting platforms. 21-45 years (Relaxation as per rules)

Note: All positions are unreserved, purely temporary, and co-terminus with the respective project. The engagement will be for one year or till project completion, whichever is earlier.

Walk-in Interview Schedule

Date Posts for Interview
2 September 2026 (10:30 AM) Project Associate-I (S.No 1), Senior Research Fellow (S.No 2), Young Professional-II (S.No 3)
3 September 2026 (10:00 AM) Young Professional-I (S.No 4), Young Professional-I (IT) (S.No 5), Young Professional-I (F&A) (S.No 6)

Educational Qualification:Post-specific qualifications as detailed in the vacancy table. Candidates must fulfill the prescribed essential qualifications. For SRF, specific Bachelor's degree duration and NET/research experience requirements apply.

Age Limit:Young Professionals: 21-45 years (relaxation as per rules). SRF: Max 35 years (men) / 40 years (women). Project Associate-I: Max 50 years. Age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD as per Government of India rules.

Selection Procedure:

  1. Walk-in Interview on the scheduled date and time.
  2. Document Verification of original certificates.

Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned.

Walk-in Procedure

Candidates who wish to attend the walk-in interview for the IARI Genetics Division Project Staff Recruitment 2026 should follow the steps below.

  1. Read the Notification: Read the official advertisement carefully.
  2. Fill Application Form: Duly fill the prescribed application form (available with the notification).
  3. Prepare Documents: Bring the following documents to the interview:
    • Duly filled and signed application form.
    • Original certificates for verification (educational qualifications, date of birth, degree/provisional degree, NET/GATE/equivalent, experience, publications, etc.).
    • One set of self-attested photocopies of all certificates.
    • Recent passport-size photograph.
    • Declaration regarding relatives in ICAR/IARI (if applicable).
    • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the present employer (if currently employed).
  4. Report on Time: Report at the venue on the scheduled date and time:
    • 2 September 2026 at 10:30 AM (for S.No 1 to 3).
    • 3 September 2026 at 10:00 AM (for S.No 4 to 6).

Venue: Division of Genetics, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Pusa, New Delhi-110012.

Note: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Important Dates

Event Date
Notification Date 11 August 2026
Walk-in Interview (S.No 1-3) 2 September 2026 (10:30 AM)
Walk-in Interview (S.No 4-6) 3 September 2026 (10:00 AM)

Important Links

Official Website (IARI):

Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification

Contact Email: [email protected] (Dr. Firoz Hossain)

Key Instructions for Candidates

  • Walk-in Only: Candidates must appear in person for the walk-in interview on the scheduled date and time. No online applications are accepted.
  • Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet the essential qualification and age criteria for the specific post before attending.
  • Documents: Bring the duly filled application form, original certificates, and one set of self-attested photocopies. Original documents will be verified at the time of the interview.
  • NOC: Candidates currently employed must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their present employer.
  • Relatives Declaration: All candidates must submit a declaration regarding any near or distant relatives employed in ICAR/IARI.
  • No TA/DA: No travelling or other allowances will be paid for attending the interview.
  • Contractual Basis: All positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the respective projects. They do not confer any right to regular appointment.
  • Check Website: Visit the IARI website for any updates or corrigenda.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply for IARI Genetics Division Project Staff Recruitment 2026?

There is no separate application deadline. Candidates must appear for the walk-in interview on 2 or 3 September 2026 as per the schedule for their desired post.

How many total vacancies are available?

A total of 11 vacancies are available across six posts.

What is the required qualification for Project Associate-I?

A Master’s degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences with specialization in Genetics, Plant Breeding, Biotechnology, or allied Life Sciences.

What is the age limit for Young Professional posts?

The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum age is 45 years, with relaxation as per rules.

What is the emolument for SRF?

SRF receives ₹37,000 + HRA for the 1st and 2nd years, and ₹42,000 + HRA for the 3rd year, as per ICAR norms.

What is the application mode?

The application mode is a walk-in interview. No prior online application is required.

Is there any application fee?

No, no application fee is mentioned.

What is the selection process?

The selection process is a walk-in interview followed by document verification.

What is the contract duration?

The engagement is for one year or till the completion/termination of the project, whichever is earlier.

Where is the interview venue?

The walk-in interview will be held at the Division of Genetics, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Pusa, New Delhi-110012.

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