- Walk-in interview for temporary, project-co-terminus positions under a DBT-funded project focused on mapping and mobilizing leaf rust resistance genes in wheat.
- Positions are unreserved and purely temporary, aligned with the project duration (up to 31.03.2027 or project completion).
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Candidates must bring original and self-attested photocopies of educational certificates, experience proof, and a recent photograph.
- No online application required; walk-in only on the specified date and time.
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🎓 B.A.
🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Equivalent Qualification
DBT-Funded Project Vacancies in Wheat Genetics and Plant Breeding
Division of Genetics, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI)
Total Vacancies
2
Job Location
Division of Genetics, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi - 110012
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Division of Genetics, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) (ICAR-IARI) |
| Job Category | Agriculture |
| Eligibility Qualification | B.A. (bachelor's-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification) |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale |
- Associate I: Rs. 31,000 + HRA (for scholars via CSIR-UGC NET/GATE/National-level exams) or Rs. 25,000 + HRA (for others). - Field Worker: Rs. 18,000 + HRA per month. |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - **Associate I**: Desirable experience in **molecular markers, field phenotyping, and handling field crops**. - **Field Worker**: Desirable knowledge of **laboratory, field, and glasshouse work**. - **No minimum experience required** for either post, though experience is preferred. |
| Application Fee | • No mention of any application fee is found in the provided job notification text.: [{'language': 'English', 'text': 'The job advertisement does not specify any requirement for an application fee.'}] |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Associate I (1 vacancy)
• Salary: Rs. 31,000 + HRA (for scholars selected via CSIR-UGC NET/GATE/National-level exams) or Rs. 25,000 + HRA (for others).
• Essential Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Genetics/Plant Breeding/Genetics and Plant Breeding/Biotechnology with a 4/5-year bachelor’s degree, OR
- Master’s degree in Natural/Agricultural Sciences/MVSc or Bachelor’s in Engineering/Technology/Medicine from a recognized university.
- OR 3-year bachelor’s degree holders must have NET (UGC/CSIR/ICAR) including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE or selection via National-level Central Government exams.
• Desirable: Experience in molecular markers, field phenotyping, and handling field crops.
- Field Worker (1 vacancy)
• Salary: Rs. 18,000 + HRA per month.
• Essential Qualifications: Graduate degree in any discipline.
• Desirable: Knowledge of laboratory, field, and glasshouse work.
• Salary: Rs. 31,000 + HRA (for scholars selected via CSIR-UGC NET/GATE/National-level exams) or Rs. 25,000 + HRA (for others).
• Essential Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Genetics/Plant Breeding/Genetics and Plant Breeding/Biotechnology with a 4/5-year bachelor’s degree, OR
- Master’s degree in Natural/Agricultural Sciences/MVSc or Bachelor’s in Engineering/Technology/Medicine from a recognized university.
- OR 3-year bachelor’s degree holders must have NET (UGC/CSIR/ICAR) including Lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE or selection via National-level Central Government exams.
• Desirable: Experience in molecular markers, field phenotyping, and handling field crops.
- Field Worker (1 vacancy)
• Salary: Rs. 18,000 + HRA per month.
• Essential Qualifications: Graduate degree in any discipline.
• Desirable: Knowledge of laboratory, field, and glasshouse work.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Walk-in interview only on 27.10.2026 at 10:00 AM at Division of Genetics, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi.
- No written test or online application required.
- Selection based on interview performance and verification of documents.
- No written test or online application required.
- Selection based on interview performance and verification of documents.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS)
📂 Required Documents
- Duly filled and signed application form (format provided in Annexure 1).
- Original copies of educational certificates (from matriculation onwards).
- Self-attested photocopies of all educational and relevant documents.
- Date of Birth Certificate (if not mentioned in educational certificates).
- NET/GATE/equivalent certification (if applicable).
- Proof of experience and publications (if any).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer (if applicable).
- Medical certificate (to be produced at the time of joining).
- Recent passport-sized photograph (attached to the application form).
- Self-declaration regarding truthfulness of application (format provided).
- Declaration regarding absence of relatives working at ICAR/IARI (if applicable).
- Original copies of educational certificates (from matriculation onwards).
- Self-attested photocopies of all educational and relevant documents.
- Date of Birth Certificate (if not mentioned in educational certificates).
- NET/GATE/equivalent certification (if applicable).
- Proof of experience and publications (if any).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the current employer (if applicable).
- Medical certificate (to be produced at the time of joining).
- Recent passport-sized photograph (attached to the application form).
- Self-declaration regarding truthfulness of application (format provided).
- Declaration regarding absence of relatives working at ICAR/IARI (if applicable).
💳 Application Fee Details
• No mention of any application fee is found in the provided job notification text.: [{'language': 'English', 'text': 'The job advertisement does not specify any requirement for an application fee.'}]
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the DBT-funded project at ICAR-IARI?
There are 2 vacancies available: 1 for Associate I and 1 for Field Worker.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for the Field Worker position?
The maximum age limit for the Field Worker position is 50 years, with a relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/OBC and 3 years for women.
Q.
Is there an application fee for the walk-in interview at ICAR-IARI?
No, no application fee is required for the walk-in interview. Candidates must only bring original and self-attested documents.
Q.
What is the salary for the Associate I position under this project?
The salary for Associate I is Rs. 31,000 + HRA for scholars selected via CSIR-UGC NET/GATE/National-level exams, or Rs. 25,000 + HRA for others.
Q.
When and where will the walk-in interview take place?
The walk-in interview will be held on 27th October 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Division of Genetics, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi - 110012.