- Walk-in-interview for contractual/temporary Project Assistant positions under a CCF-ICAR & NASF funded research project.
- Positions are purely on a contractual basis for a duration of 30 months.
- Roles include technical and semi-skilled support for research on gendered vulnerability and livelihood resiliency of Mandarin growers.
- Focus on women empowerment pathways in agricultural communities.
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🎓 10th Pass (Matric)
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Project Assistant (Technical & Semi-Skilled) under ICAR & NASF Funded Research Project
ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Regional Station, Kalimpong
Total Vacancies
2
Job Location
ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Regional Station, Kalimpong, West Bengal
Apply Deadline
07 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Regional Station, Kalimpong (ICAR-IARI) |
| Job Category | Agriculture |
| Eligibility Qualification | 10th Pass (Matric) (10th-pass), Graduate (graduate) |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹10,000 - ₹20,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Desirable: Experience in lab/field experiments, extension work, survey work, and basic computer applications (MS-Office). - Field sample collection and survey experience preferred. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is mentioned; candidates are required to submit applications via email. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- For Technical Staff: Graduation in any stream from a recognized College/University (preferably in science stream).
- For Semi-Skilled Worker: 10th pass from a recognized board.
- Desirable: Experience in lab/field experiments, extension work, computer knowledge, survey work, and field sample collection.
- Proficiency in speaking Nepali/Bengali in addition to Hindi and English is preferred.
- Maximum age limit: 35 years (relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST & women, 3 years for OBC as per Government of India norms).
- For Semi-Skilled Worker: 10th pass from a recognized board.
- Desirable: Experience in lab/field experiments, extension work, computer knowledge, survey work, and field sample collection.
- Proficiency in speaking Nepali/Bengali in addition to Hindi and English is preferred.
- Maximum age limit: 35 years (relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST & women, 3 years for OBC as per Government of India norms).
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting of candidates based on submitted applications and eligibility criteria.
- Walk-in-interview scheduled on 13.08.2026 at 10:00 AM at ICAR-IARI Regional Station, Kalimpong.
- Candidates must bring filled application form, original and attested photocopies of all relevant documents, and passport-sized photograph.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Final selection based on interview performance.
- Walk-in-interview scheduled on 13.08.2026 at 10:00 AM at ICAR-IARI Regional Station, Kalimpong.
- Candidates must bring filled application form, original and attested photocopies of all relevant documents, and passport-sized photograph.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Final selection based on interview performance.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (with age relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, and women as per Government norms)
📂 Required Documents
- Filled application form (as per annexed format).
- Original and attested photocopies of all educational certificates (matriculation onwards).
- Date of birth certificate.
- Degree certificate (original or provisional).
- Proof of experience (if applicable).
- Attested copy of recent passport-sized photograph pasted on the application form.
- Declaration form (if applicable, regarding relatives employed in ICAR/IARI).
- Original and attested photocopies of all educational certificates (matriculation onwards).
- Date of birth certificate.
- Degree certificate (original or provisional).
- Proof of experience (if applicable).
- Attested copy of recent passport-sized photograph pasted on the application form.
- Declaration form (if applicable, regarding relatives employed in ICAR/IARI).
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is mentioned; candidates are required to submit applications via email.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What are the essential qualifications required for the Project Assistant position?
The essential qualification for the Project Assistant position is a graduation in any stream from a recognized college or university.
Q.
Is prior work experience mandatory for the Project Assistant role?
While not mandatory, prior experience in lab or field experiments, extension work, computer knowledge, or survey work is highly desirable for the Project Assistant position.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to the Project Assistant position?
The maximum age limit for applying is 35 years. Age relaxation of five years is provided for SC/ST and women candidates, and three years for OBC candidates as per Government of India norms.
Q.
Will the selected candidates be considered for regular appointments at the Institute?
No, the selected candidates will not be considered for regular appointments as the position is purely contractual and co-terminus with the project.
Q.
What documents are required to be submitted for the interview?
Candidates must bring the filled application form, original and attested photocopies of all relevant certificates (from matriculation onwards), date of birth certificate, degree certificate, and an attested passport-sized photograph. Proof of experience must also be submitted.