📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: ICAR Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI)
- Advertisement No: Not Stated
- Total Posts: 2
- Post Names: Research Associate (1), Senior Research Fellow (1)
- Employment Nature: Contractual (Temporary/Project-based)
- Application/Interview Mode: Walk-in Interview
- Interview Date: 13 October 2026
- Reporting Time/Venue: As per official notification (details not provided in text)
- Application Fee: Not Stated
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Associate | 1 | As per ICAR norms | Rs. 67,000 + HRA |
| Senior Research Fellow | 1 | As per ICAR norms | Rs. 37,000 + HRA (1st-2nd year); Rs. 42,000 + HRA (3rd year) |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Research Associate: PhD degree in Genetics, Plant Breeding, Genetics & Plant Breeding, Biotechnology, Botany, or allied disciplines of Life Sciences.
- Senior Research Fellow: Master's degree in Genetics, Plant Breeding, Genetics & Plant Breeding, Seed Science & Technology, Biotechnology, or allied disciplines of Life Sciences with 4/5 years Bachelor's degree or as per ICAR guidelines, and NET qualification as applicable.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
The selection process involves a Walk-in Interview followed by Document Verification. Candidates must report at the venue as per the time specified in the official notification. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate or Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth.
- All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (PhD/Master's as applicable).
- Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable).
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable).
- Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN) and two recent passport-size photographs.
- Carry one set of self-attested photocopies of all documents.
- Reach the venue well in advance for registration.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the walk-in interview date for ICAR IARI Recruitment? The walk-in interview is scheduled for 13 October 2026.
- What is the reporting time and venue for the interview? Details on reporting time and venue are provided in the official notification PDF; candidates must check it carefully.
- Is there any application fee? The application fee is not stated in the provided text; refer to the official notification for confirmation.
- What is the job nature of these posts? The posts are contractual and temporary, with no permanent government job security.
- What is the salary structure? Research Associate receives Rs. 67,000 + HRA per month; Senior Research Fellow receives Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month for the first two years and Rs. 42,000 + HRA per month in the third year.
Download the ICAR IARI Research Associate & Senior Research Fellow Official Notification PDF for complete details.