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ICAR-NBPGR Young Professional Recruitment 2026: Overview
The National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (ICAR NBPGR) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 02 Young Professional Posts (Young Professional I and Young Professional II). This recruitment is for a specific research project titled "Harnessing AI for Precision Genomic Selection Models in Wheat."
Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment based on an Online Interview. It does not involve a preliminary written examination.
Key Highlights Table
| Organization Name | ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR) |
|---|---|
| Post Name(s) | Young Professional I, Young Professional II |
| Total Vacancies | 02 Posts |
| Application Start Date | Available Now |
| Last Date to Apply | 01-03-2026 |
| Official Website | https://nbpgr.org.in/ |
Vacancy Details (Detailed Breakdown)
The vacancies are for the project "Harnessing AI for Precision Genomic Selection Models in Wheat."
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Salary / Fellowship | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young Professional I | 01 (One) | Rs. 30,000/- per month (Fixed) | 21-45 years |
| Young Professional II | 01 (One) | Rs. 42,000/- per month (Fixed) | 21-45 years |
Note: The positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project duration (1 year, extendable).
Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)
1. Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess the following qualifications:
Young Professional I
- Essential: Graduate degree in Agriculture / Horticulture / Biotechnology / Life Sciences or related discipline.
- Desirable: Master's degree in Plant Breeding or Genetics / Biotechnology / Physiology; experience in field crop phenotyping and data recording; knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Young Professional II
- Essential: Master's degree in Agriculture / Genetics / Plant Breeding / Genetics & Plant Breeding / Biotechnology / Life Sciences, OR Professional Graduate degree (4 years duration) in Agricultural Sciences / Biotechnology / other relevant fields of Life Sciences.
- Desirable: Experience in phenotyping for abiotic stresses; development of crosses and data analysis; basic molecular biology techniques (DNA extraction, PCR).
2. Age Limit
- General Age Limit: 21 to 45 years.
- Age Calculation Date: Age will be calculated as of the closing date of application (01-03-2026).
- Age Relaxation: Relaxation is applicable as per Government of India and ICAR rules for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
3. Mandatory Requirements
- NOC (No Objection Certificate) from the current employer is mandatory for candidates currently employed elsewhere.
Selection Process
Since this is direct recruitment, the selection involves the following stages:
- Screening: Applications will be screened based on qualifications and eligibility.
- Shortlisting: Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email.
- Online Interview: Interview will be conducted via video conferencing.
- Document Verification: Verification of documents for selected candidates.
- Final Selection: As per ICAR-NBPGR rules.
Application Fee
The notification text provided does not specify an application fee. Candidates should refer to the official PDF notification for any fee details. If no fee is mentioned, it is likely no fee is required.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Interested candidates must follow this specific email application process:
- Prepare all required documents (qualifications, experience, ID proof) and combine them into a single PDF file.
- Write an email with the subject line: "Application for Young Professional Position [YP-I/YP-II]".
- Attach the single PDF file to the email.
- Send the email to: [email protected] (or [email protected] as per the extracted text).
- Ensure the application reaches before the deadline: 01-03-2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Application Submission | 01-03-2026 |
| Interview Date | To be announced (Online via video conferencing) |
| Project Duration | 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2028 (Engagement: 1 Year) |