Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026

Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI)

Total Vacancies

Job Location

Division of Entomology, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi - 110012

Apply Deadline

31 Aug 2026

🚫 Applications Closed 📄 View PDF Notification

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI) (ICAR IARI)
Job Category	Agriculture
Eligibility Qualification	Master's Degree (masters-degree)
Number of Vacancies	1 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	₹37,000 - ₹41,804 Per Month
Age Limits	Maximum 35 Years
Gender Eligibility	both
Experience Required	Experience in insect collection, preservation, taxonomic identification, and molecular techniques is required.
Application Fee	- No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.

📄 Details & Description

- Recruitment for 1 post of Junior Research Fellow (JRF) under ICAR IARI.
- Project-based position with a monthly stipend of Rs. 37,000/- plus House Rent Allowance (HRA).
- Candidates must have expertise in insect collection, preservation, taxonomic identification, and molecular techniques.
- Preferred candidates will have knowledge of phylogenetic analysis, biodiversity surveys, and scientific writing with research publications.
- Walk-in interview scheduled for 7th September 2026 at Division of Entomology, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi - 110012.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Post Graduate Degree in Entomology, Agricultural Entomology, Zoology, or any relevant discipline of life sciences from a recognized university.
- Experience in insect collection, preservation, and taxonomic identification.
- Hands-on experience in insect dissection, microscopy, scientific imaging, and molecular techniques (DNA extraction, PCR, DNA barcoding, and sequence analysis).
- Knowledge of phylogenetic analysis, biodiversity surveys, museum curation, and scientific writing with research publications is preferred.

⚙️ Selection Process

- Selection will be based on a Walk-in Interview.

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

All

📂 Required Documents

- Complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs (merged into a single PDF).
- Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.

💳 Application Fee Details

- No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for the Junior Research Fellow position at ICAR IARI?

The last date to submit your email application for the Junior Research Fellow position at ICAR IARI is 31st August 2026.

Q. What is the salary offered for the Junior Research Fellow post?

The selected candidate for the Junior Research Fellow position will receive a monthly salary of Rs. 37,000/- plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per the prevailing norms.

Q. What are the minimum educational qualifications required for the Junior Research Fellow role?

Candidates must possess a Post Graduate Degree in Entomology, Agricultural Entomology, Zoology, or any relevant discipline of life sciences from a recognized university to be eligible.

Q. Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories in this recruitment?

Yes, age relaxation is provided. SC/ST candidates can avail 5 years, OBC candidates 3 years, and PwBD candidates 10 years of age relaxation.

Q. Where will the walk-in interview for the Junior Research Fellow position be held?

The walk-in interview will be held at the Division of Entomology, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi - 110012.