ICAR-NBPGR Young Professional-II Recruitment 2026: Walk-In Interview on 27 November 2026 @ nbpgr.org.in

ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBPGR), New Delhi, has invited candidates for a walk-in interview to fill 2 vacancies of Young Professional-II (YP-II) under the ICAR-CRP Genomics project on black pepper, green cardamom and fenugreek. The walk-in interview will be conducted on 27 November 2026 at 10:00 AM at ICAR-NBPGR New Building, Pusa Campus, New Delhi.

About the Organization

ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources is an ICAR institute located at Pusa Campus, New Delhi – 110 012. These two posts serve the ICAR-CRP Genomics project titled "Genomics of black pepper, green cardamom and fenugreek for relating genes to traits of economic importance".

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Note: Pay may be released as per the satisfaction of the Principal Investigator (PI) and the availability of funds from the funding agency.

Upper Age Relaxation

• Women: 5 years
• SC/ST: 5 years
• PwD: 10 years
• OBC: As per GOI/ICAR rules

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Essential Qualification: Post-Graduation in Agricultural Sciences / Bioinformatics / Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Botany / Genetics from a UGC recognized university.
• Essential Experience: Minimum two years' experience in the relevant area of research. Only candidates holding the essential qualification will be considered for the interview.
• Desirable for Post 1: Experience of wet lab work in Next Generation Sequencing, transcriptomics, real time PCR and routine molecular biology techniques.
• Desirable for Post 2: Knowledge of programming in Linux/R, and proficiency in using licensed and open source software for NGS data analyses.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

1. Screening of documents: Brought to the walk-in venue on the interview date.
2. Direct Interview: Eligible candidates will face an in-person interview before the Selection Committee at NBPGR, Pusa Campus, New Delhi.
3. The decision of the Director of the institute is final and binding in all respects.
4. No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview.

Service Conditions

• Duration: 3 years; initial engagement is for one year, extendable for two more years on a yearly basis subject to satisfactory performance.
• The post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. There is no claim to regularisation or absorption in ICAR/NBPGR.
• The Director may terminate the contract before project completion; no appeal will be entertained.
• Any dispute falls under the jurisdiction of New Delhi only.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Filled application form as per Annexure I with one passport size photograph and signed declaration.
• Self-attested copies of all relevant certificates and marksheets from matriculation onwards.
• Original certificates and marksheets, plus a valid identity proof, for verification.
• Copy of Aadhaar card.
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the present employer, if employed.
• Candidates must report at ICAR-NBPGR New Building, Pusa Campus, New Delhi 110012 on 27 November 2026 at 10:00 AM.

Note: Candidature can be cancelled at any stage if any information is found incorrect or any fact is concealed. The form requires copies of original degrees and marksheets (not provisional certificates).

Important Links

• Download ICAR-NBPGR Young Professional-II Official Notification & Application Form (PDF)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the walk-in interview date for ICAR-NBPGR Young Professional-II Recruitment 2026?
A1. The walk-in interview is scheduled for 27 November 2026, with reporting time at 10:00 AM.

Q2. What is the venue for the NBPGR YP-II walk-in interview?
A2. The venue is ICAR-NBPGR New Building, Pusa Campus, New Delhi 110012.

Q3. Is there an application fee for NBPGR Young Professional-II recruitment?
A3. The official notification does not specify any application fee for this recruitment.

Q4. What is the nature of the Young Professional-II job at NBPGR?
A4. The post is contractual, purely temporary, and co-terminus with the ICAR-CRP Genomics project (duration 3 years, initial engagement of 1 year, extendable based on performance). There is no claim to regularisation or absorption.

Q5. What is the salary for NBPGR Young Professional-II posts?
A5. Selected candidates will receive Rs. 42,000/- consolidated per month. Pay may be released subject to PI satisfaction and fund availability.

Q6. Is TA/DA paid for attending the NBPGR YP-II interview?
A6. No, no TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the walk-in interview.