- ICAR IARI has announced 3 vacancies for the post of Senior Research Fellow (SRF) under Recruitment 2026.
- The position is contractual with a monthly stipend of Rs. 37,000 plus HRA.
- Online applications are open until 28 August 2026.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo an online interview in the first week of September 2026.
- Desirable skills include experience in plant physiology, biochemistry, molecular techniques, genetic transformation, and plant tissue culture.
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🎓 Bachelor's Degree
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Senior Research Fellow (SRF) Recruitment 2026
ICAR Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI)
Total Vacancies
3
Job Location
All India
Apply Deadline
28 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | ICAR Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI) (ICAR IARI) |
| Job Category | Agriculture |
| Eligibility Qualification | Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 3 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹37,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - 2 years of research experience required for candidates with 3-year Bachelor's and 2-year Master's degree in basic sciences. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST). |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Master's degree in Plant Biotechnology, Plant Physiology, Plant Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or Microbiology.
- 4-year or 5-year Bachelor's degree with First Division.
- Candidates with a 3-year Bachelor's degree and 2-year Master's degree in basic sciences must have NET/GATE/ICAR-SRF (PhD entrance) qualification and 2 years of research experience.
- Maximum age limit: 35 years (40 years for women candidates).
- Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India rules.
- 4-year or 5-year Bachelor's degree with First Division.
- Candidates with a 3-year Bachelor's degree and 2-year Master's degree in basic sciences must have NET/GATE/ICAR-SRF (PhD entrance) qualification and 2 years of research experience.
- Maximum age limit: 35 years (40 years for women candidates).
- Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India rules.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Application screening based on eligibility and qualifications.
- Shortlisted candidates will appear for an online interview.
- Final selection subject to document verification.
- Shortlisted candidates will appear for an online interview.
- Final selection subject to document verification.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
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📂 Required Documents
- Master's degree certificate and mark sheets.
- Bachelor's degree certificate and mark sheets.
- NET/GATE/ICAR-SRF (PhD entrance) certificate (if applicable).
- Research experience certificate (if applicable).
- Age proof (birth certificate or 10th mark sheet).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Passport-sized photograph and signature.
- Bachelor's degree certificate and mark sheets.
- NET/GATE/ICAR-SRF (PhD entrance) certificate (if applicable).
- Research experience certificate (if applicable).
- Age proof (birth certificate or 10th mark sheet).
- Caste certificate (if applicable).
- Passport-sized photograph and signature.
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Senior Research Fellow post at ICAR IARI in 2026?
There are a total of 3 vacancies for the Senior Research Fellow (SRF) post in the ICAR IARI Recruitment 2026.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the ICAR IARI Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form is 28 August 2026.
Q.
What is the age limit for the Senior Research Fellow position at ICAR IARI?
The maximum age limit for the Senior Research Fellow post is 35 years, with a relaxation of up to 40 years for women candidates as per Government of India rules.
Q.
Is there an application fee for the ICAR IARI Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026?
No, there is no application fee for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST) for this recruitment.
Q.
When is the online interview scheduled for the Senior Research Fellow post?
The online interview for the Senior Research Fellow position is tentatively scheduled for 01 September 2026.