- Engagement of 04 Young Professional-II and 02 Young Professional-I on a contractual basis under the State-funded Aquaponics project titled 'Demonstration of Raft Aquaponics System in Peri-urban Ponds for Nutrient Management, Fish & Horticultural Crop Production and Livelihood Development'.
- Duration of engagement: 30 June 2027.
- Selected candidates may be required to work in rural areas and travel extensively as per project requirements.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- The engagement is purely temporary and does not guarantee absorption in ICAR-CIFA or ICAR.
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🎓 Bachelor's Degree
🎓 Master's Degree
Young Professional-I & II (Aquaponics Project)
ICAR - Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture
Total Vacancies
6
Job Location
ICAR-CIFA, Kausalyaganga, Bhubaneswar-751002, Odisha
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | ICAR - Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIFA) |
| Job Category | Agriculture |
| Eligibility Qualification | Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 6 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹30,000 - ₹42,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | 21 to 45 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Desirable experience in Aquaculture, Horticulture, Aquaponics research, or AutoCAD Designing for both posts. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Must be a citizen of India.
- Age Limit: Minimum 21 years and maximum 45 years as of the date of interview, with relaxations as per government rules.
- For Young Professional-II: Essential qualification includes M.F.Sc./M.Sc. in Horticulture, Agriculture, Zoology, Botany, Life Science, or M.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering from a recognized university.
- For Young Professional-I: Essential qualification includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Fisheries Science, Biological Sciences, Life Science, Agriculture, Horticulture, or B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering from a recognized university.
- Desirable qualifications for both posts include experience in Aquaculture, Horticulture, Aquaponics research, or knowledge in AutoCAD Designing.
- Age Limit: Minimum 21 years and maximum 45 years as of the date of interview, with relaxations as per government rules.
- For Young Professional-II: Essential qualification includes M.F.Sc./M.Sc. in Horticulture, Agriculture, Zoology, Botany, Life Science, or M.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering from a recognized university.
- For Young Professional-I: Essential qualification includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Fisheries Science, Biological Sciences, Life Science, Agriculture, Horticulture, or B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering from a recognized university.
- Desirable qualifications for both posts include experience in Aquaculture, Horticulture, Aquaponics research, or knowledge in AutoCAD Designing.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on marks obtained in educational qualifications, research/work experience, and performance in a personal interview.
- For Young Professional-II: Total marks = 100 (40 for educational qualifications, 20 for desirable qualifications, and 40 for the personal interview).
- For Young Professional-I: Total marks = 100 (30 for educational qualifications, 20 for desirable qualifications, and 50 for the personal interview).
- Tie-breaking principles: Seniority in age will be considered first, followed by higher marks in research/work experience if ages are equal.
- For Young Professional-II: Total marks = 100 (40 for educational qualifications, 20 for desirable qualifications, and 40 for the personal interview).
- For Young Professional-I: Total marks = 100 (30 for educational qualifications, 20 for desirable qualifications, and 50 for the personal interview).
- Tie-breaking principles: Seniority in age will be considered first, followed by higher marks in research/work experience if ages are equal.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
- Bio-data in 5 copies.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- One set of self-attested copies of all certificates, mark sheets, and experience certificates.
- Original certificates and proof of age and caste for verification at the time of the interview.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- One set of self-attested copies of all certificates, mark sheets, and experience certificates.
- Original certificates and proof of age and caste for verification at the time of the interview.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for Young Professional-II and Young Professional-I at ICAR-CIFA?
There are 4 vacancies for Young Professional-II and 2 vacancies for Young Professional-I, totaling 6 vacancies.
Q.
What is the age limit for applicants for the Young Professional positions at ICAR-CIFA?
The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum age is 45 years as of the date of the interview, with relaxations as per government rules.
Q.
What is the salary for Young Professional-I and Young Professional-II at ICAR-CIFA?
Young Professional-I will receive Rs. 30,000/- per month, and Young Professional-II will receive Rs. 42,000/- per month, both on a consolidated basis.
Q.
Is there an application fee for the ICAR-CIFA Young Professional recruitment?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification for this recruitment.
Q.
Where will the walk-in interviews for Young Professional-I and Young Professional-II be held?
The walk-in interviews will be held at ICAR-CIFA, Kausalyaganga, Bhubaneswar-751002, Odisha.