- ICAR IARI invites applications for 1 contractual position of Project Associate - I under a research project.
- The role involves protein biochemistry, molecular techniques, field phenotyping, and handling rice crops.
- Selected candidates will be engaged on a contractual basis with a fixed monthly stipend.
- Applications must be submitted via email to the official ICAR IARI email address before the deadline.
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🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 M.Sc.
🎓 M.Tech
Project Associate - I Recruitment 2026
Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI)
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
All India (Contractual position under ICAR IARI)
Apply Deadline
07 Sep 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), M.Sc. (m.sc.), M.Tech (mtech) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹25,000 - ₹31,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | Desirable experience in protein biochemistry, molecular techniques, field phenotyping, and handling rice crops. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee is mentioned in the official notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold an M.Sc. or M.Tech (including Integrated M.Tech 4+2) in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Plant Biochemistry, or Life Sciences with a 4 or 5-year bachelor's degree.
- Candidates with a 3-year bachelor's degree must possess NET/GATE qualification.
- Desirable: Experience in protein biochemistry, molecular techniques, field phenotyping, and handling rice crops.
- Candidates with a 3-year bachelor's degree must possess NET/GATE qualification.
- Desirable: Experience in protein biochemistry, molecular techniques, field phenotyping, and handling rice crops.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Applications will be screened based on qualifications and experience.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (with age relaxation for reserved categories)
📂 Required Documents
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates (M.Sc./M.Tech degree and bachelor's degree).
- NET/GATE certificate (if applicable).
- Experience certificates (if any).
- ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport).
- Recent passport-size photographs.
- Any other document mentioned in the official notification.
- NET/GATE certificate (if applicable).
- Experience certificates (if any).
- ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport).
- Recent passport-size photographs.
- Any other document mentioned in the official notification.
💳 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 ICAR IARI Project Associate - I recruitment?
The last date to submit your application via email is 07 September 2026.
Q.
What are the educational qualifications required for the Project Associate - I post?
Candidates must possess an M.Sc. or M.Tech (including Integrated M.Tech 4+2) in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Plant Biochemistry, or Life Sciences with a 4 or 5-year bachelor's degree. Those with a 3-year bachelor's degree need NET/GATE qualification.
Q.
What is the age limit for applying to this position?
The maximum age limit is 35 years. Age relaxation is provided: 5 years for SC/ST & women, and 3 years for OBC candidates.
Q.
What is the salary offered for the Project Associate - I position?
The salary is ₹31,000/- + HRA per month for NET/GATE qualified candidates, and ₹25,000/- + HRA per month for those without NET/GATE/BET qualifications.
Q.
How can I apply for the ICAR IARI Project Associate - I recruitment?
Applications must be submitted via email to the official ICAR IARI email address with the subject line clearly mentioning the post applied for.