- ICAR CIFE has announced 2 contractual vacancies for Research Associate (RA) and Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) under a DBT-funded project on CRISPR-Cas9 mediated Myostatin Gene Knockout for cultivated seafood development.
- Positions are temporary and contractual for three years with no claim for regular appointment under ICAR.
- Work location is ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai.
- Applications must be submitted via email only by 11 November 2026.
- A walk-in-interview will be held on 16 November 2026 at 11:00 AM at ICAR-CIFE, Yari Road campus, Mumbai.
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Active Listing
🎓 M.Sc.
Research Associate and Junior Research Fellowship Positions
ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education (Deemed University), Indian Council of Agricultural Research
Total Vacancies
2
Job Location
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Apply Deadline
11 Nov 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | ICAR - Central Institute of Fisheries Education (Deemed University), Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR CIFE) |
| Job Category | Agriculture |
| Eligibility Qualification | M.Sc. (m.sc.) |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale |
- Research Associate: Rs. 61,000/- per month + 30% HRA. - Junior Research Fellowship: Rs. 37,000/- per month (1st & 2nd year), Rs. 42,000/- per month (3rd year). |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - **Research Associate:** 3 years of research experience in Genome Editing, Cell Culture, Biotechnology. - **Junior Research Fellowship:** No explicit experience requirement mentioned. |
| Application Fee | Not specified in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Research Associate (RA):
• Must hold an M.F.Sc. in Fish Biotechnology or M.Sc. in Life Science/Biotechnology.
• Requires 3 years of research experience in Genome Editing, Cell Culture, Biotechnology.
• Must have minimum 2 research publications in the aforementioned areas.
• Technical knowledge and skills in Cell Culture, Cultivated Meat/Seafood, and Genome Editing are mandatory.
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF):
• Must hold an M.F.Sc. in Fish Biotechnology or M.Sc. in Life Science/Biotechnology.
• Technical knowledge and skills in Cell Culture, Cultivated Meat/Seafood, and Genome Editing are mandatory.
• No explicit experience or publication requirement mentioned for JRF.
• Must hold an M.F.Sc. in Fish Biotechnology or M.Sc. in Life Science/Biotechnology.
• Requires 3 years of research experience in Genome Editing, Cell Culture, Biotechnology.
• Must have minimum 2 research publications in the aforementioned areas.
• Technical knowledge and skills in Cell Culture, Cultivated Meat/Seafood, and Genome Editing are mandatory.
- Junior Research Fellowship (JRF):
• Must hold an M.F.Sc. in Fish Biotechnology or M.Sc. in Life Science/Biotechnology.
• Technical knowledge and skills in Cell Culture, Cultivated Meat/Seafood, and Genome Editing are mandatory.
• No explicit experience or publication requirement mentioned for JRF.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on academic performance, research experience, and performance during the interview.
- Walk-in-interview on 16 November 2026 at 11:00 AM at ICAR-CIFE, Yari Road campus, Mumbai.
- Walk-in-interview on 16 November 2026 at 11:00 AM at ICAR-CIFE, Yari Road campus, Mumbai.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Educational certificates (M.F.Sc./M.Sc. degree certificates).
- Proof of research experience (if applicable).
- Research publication certificates (for RA only).
- Any other documents as specified in the application email.
- Proof of research experience (if applicable).
- Research publication certificates (for RA only).
- Any other documents as specified in the application email.
💳 Application Fee Details
Not specified in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the ICAR CIFE Research Associate and Junior Research Fellowship posts?
There are a total of 2 vacancies—1 for Research Associate and 1 for Junior Research Fellowship.
Q.
What is the last date to submit the application for ICAR CIFE Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application is 11 November 2026.
Q.
When and where will the walk-in-interview for ICAR CIFE Recruitment 2026 be held?
The walk-in-interview will be held on 16 November 2026 at 11:00 AM at ICAR-CIFE, Yari Road campus, Mumbai.
Q.
What is the required qualification for the Research Associate post?
Candidates must possess an M.F.Sc. in Fish Biotechnology or M.Sc. in Life Science/Biotechnology, along with 3 years of research experience and 2 research publications in Genome Editing, Cell Culture, and Biotechnology.
Q.
Are these positions permanent or contractual?
These positions are temporary and contractual for three years, with no claim for regular appointment under ICAR.