- Engagement of 01 (One) Young Professional-II on a contractual basis under the CABin Project titled 'Investigation of key transcripts and regulatory network associated with reproductive biology and medicinal value of striped murrel (Channa striata) using Omics approaches'.
- Position is purely temporary and may be extended beyond March 31, 2027, subject to project requirements and candidate's willingness.
- Selected candidate may be required to work in rural areas and travel extensively as per project needs.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview or joining the position.
ICA
🎓 Master's Degree
Young Professional-II (CABin Project)
ICAR - Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
ICAR-CIFA, Kausalyaganga, Bhubaneswar-751002, Odisha
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | ICAR - Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIFA) |
| Job Category | Agriculture |
| Eligibility Qualification | Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹42,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | 21 to 45 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Desirable: Research/work experience in NGS Data analysis, Database Development, Advanced Bioinformatics, and Machine Learning. |
| 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 interview date (15.09.2026). Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC and Divyaang candidates as per government rules.
- Essential Qualification: Post Graduate degree in professional course (M.F.Sc with 4 years Bachelor’s degree + 2 years Master degree in Fish Biotechnology) OR M.Sc. degree in Bioinformatics/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Zoology/Biochemistry/Genomics from a recognized University with a 3-year Bachelor’s degree and 2-year Master’s degree.
- Desirable Qualifications: Research experience in NGS Data analysis, Database Development, Advanced Bioinformatics, and Machine Learning. Preference for candidates who have completed pre-PhD coursework.
- Age Limit: Minimum 21 years and maximum 45 years as of the interview date (15.09.2026). Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC and Divyaang candidates as per government rules.
- Essential Qualification: Post Graduate degree in professional course (M.F.Sc with 4 years Bachelor’s degree + 2 years Master degree in Fish Biotechnology) OR M.Sc. degree in Bioinformatics/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Zoology/Biochemistry/Genomics from a recognized University with a 3-year Bachelor’s degree and 2-year Master’s degree.
- Desirable Qualifications: Research experience in NGS Data analysis, Database Development, Advanced Bioinformatics, and Machine Learning. Preference for candidates who have completed pre-PhD coursework.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Selection will be based on marks obtained in educational qualifications (40 marks), desirable qualifications (20 marks), and personal interview (40 marks), totaling 100 marks.
- Educational qualification marks are awarded based on percentage/grade in 10th, 12th, Graduation, and Post-Graduation (10 marks each).
- Desirable qualifications marks are awarded based on research/work experience duration (up to 20 marks).
- Personal interview will carry 40 marks, assessing candidate's suitability for the role.
- Tie-breaking: Seniority in age will be considered first. If ages are equal, higher marks in post-graduation will be the deciding factor.
- Educational qualification marks are awarded based on percentage/grade in 10th, 12th, Graduation, and Post-Graduation (10 marks each).
- Desirable qualifications marks are awarded based on research/work experience duration (up to 20 marks).
- Personal interview will carry 40 marks, assessing candidate's suitability for the role.
- Tie-breaking: Seniority in age will be considered first. If ages are equal, higher marks in post-graduation will be the deciding factor.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
- Bio-Data in 5 copies.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- One set of self-attested copies of all certificates/mark sheets/experience certificates.
- Original certificates and proof of age/caste for verification at the time of interview.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from present employer, if employed.
- Two passport-size photographs.
- One set of self-attested copies of all certificates/mark sheets/experience certificates.
- Original certificates and proof of age/caste for verification at the time of interview.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from present employer, if employed.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the age limit for applying to the Young Professional-II position at ICAR-CIFA?
The minimum age is 21 years and the maximum age is 45 years as of the interview date (15.09.2026). Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC and Divyaang candidates as per government rules.
Q.
What is the duration of engagement for the Young Professional-II position?
The engagement is for a period up to 31st March 2027, with a possibility of extension beyond this date subject to project requirements and candidate's willingness.
Q.
Is there any application fee for attending the walk-in-interview?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification for attending the walk-in-interview.
Q.
What are the essential qualifications required for the Young Professional-II position?
The essential qualification is a Post Graduate degree in professional course (M.F.Sc with 4 years Bachelor’s degree + 2 years Master degree in Fish Biotechnology) OR M.Sc. degree in Bioinformatics/Biotechnology/Microbiology/Zoology/Biochemistry/Genomics from a recognized University with a 3-year Bachelor’s degree and 2-year Master’s degree.
Q.
Will TA/DA be provided for attending the interview or joining the position?
No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview or joining the position as per the notification.