- ICAR IARI has announced 1 vacancy for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under the ICAR IARI Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026.
- The selected candidate will receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 37,000/- plus House Rent Allowance (HRA).
- The job is contractual in nature and does not guarantee permanent employment.
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🎓 CS
🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 Biotechnology Degree
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
New Delhi (110012), India
Apply Deadline
25 Aug 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI) |
| Job Category | Agriculture |
| Eligibility Qualification | CS (bioinformatics-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree), Biotechnology Degree (biotechnology-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹37,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is required for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST/PwD). |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Life Science, Entomology, Agricultural Entomology, Bioinformatics, or an allied subject.
- Maximum age limit for applicants is 35 years as of the application deadline.
- Age relaxation is applicable: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwD, and up to 40 years for women candidates as per Government of India/ICAR norms.
- Maximum age limit for applicants is 35 years as of the application deadline.
- Age relaxation is applicable: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwD, and up to 40 years for women candidates as per Government of India/ICAR norms.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting of candidates will be based on eligibility criteria and relevant experience.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online or in-person interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online or in-person interview.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General
OBC
SC
ST
EWS
PwD
OBC
SC
ST
EWS
PwD
📂 Required Documents
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates (Master’s degree and mark sheets).
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Passport).
- Recent passport-size photographs.
- Caste certificate (if applicable for reserved categories).
- Disability certificate (if applicable for PwD candidates).
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, or Passport).
- Recent passport-size photographs.
- Caste certificate (if applicable for reserved categories).
- Disability certificate (if applicable for PwD candidates).
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee is required for any category (General/OBC/SC/ST/PwD).
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the ICAR IARI Junior Research Fellow (JRF) recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit your application via email for the ICAR IARI Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position is 25 August 2026.
Q.
What is the educational qualification required for the JRF post at ICAR IARI?
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Biotechnology, Life Science, Entomology, Agricultural Entomology, Bioinformatics, or an allied subject to be eligible for the Junior Research Fellow position.
Q.
What is the age limit for the Junior Research Fellow position at ICAR IARI?
The maximum age limit for the Junior Research Fellow post is 35 years. Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories as per government norms (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwD: 10 years, and up to 40 years for women).
Q.
How will candidates be selected for the JRF role at ICAR IARI?
The selection process involves shortlisting candidates based on their eligibility and experience, followed by an online or in-person interview.
Q.
What is the salary offered for the JRF position at ICAR IARI?
Selected candidates will receive a monthly salary of Rs. 37,000/- plus HRA.