- Applications are invited for 19 contractual positions under three projects: National Agricultural Climate Action Platform (NACAP), DST-National Mission for Sustaining Himalayan Ecosystems (NMSHE)-TF-Agriculture, and MoEF&CC Project on climate change impacts.
- Positions include Young Professional (YP-II), Young Professional (YP-I), Project Associate-II, and Project Assistant roles.
- Roles span disciplines such as Microbiology, Environmental Sciences, Soil Science, Genetics, Plant Breeding, Biotechnology, Agronomy, Agrometeorology, Geoinformatics, and Data Science.
- Online interviews will be held tentatively in the first week of November 2026 for shortlisted candidates.
- Original documents will be verified at the time of appointment. False claims will lead to rejection.
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🎓 Bachelor's Degree
🎓 Master's Degree
🎓 MCA
🎓 M.Tech
🎓 Ph.D.
Various Contractual Positions in Environmental Sciences and Agricultural Research
Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI)
Total Vacancies
17
Job Location
Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI), New Delhi-110012
Apply Deadline
31 Oct 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI) (ICAR IARI) |
| Job Category | Agriculture |
| Eligibility Qualification | Bachelor's Degree (bachelors-degree), Master's Degree (masters-degree), MCA (mca), M.Tech (mtech), Ph.D. (phd) |
| Number of Vacancies | 17 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale |
- Young Professional (YP-II): Rs. 42,000/- (Fixed) - Young Professional (YP-I): Rs. 30,000/- (Fixed) - Project Associate-II (PA-II): Rs. 35,000/month + 24% HRA (1st & 2nd year), Rs. 42,000/month + 24% HRA (3rd, 4th, and 5th year) - Project Assistant (PA): Rs. 20,000/- + 24% HRA (1st, 2nd, and 3rd year), Rs. 23,000/month + 24% HRA (4th and 5th year) |
| Age Limits | Maximum 45 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - **YP-II (Positions 1-14):** 3-5 years of research experience (varies by role). - **Project Associate-II (Position 18):** 4 years of Bachelor’s degree + Master’s or 5 years Bachelor’s + NET qualification. - **Project Assistant (Position 19):** Field/lab experience required. |
| Application Fee | No application fee mentioned in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- YP-II Positions (1-14): Master’s Degree or equivalent in relevant fields with first class or OGPA ≥ 7.5 (or ≥ 6.0 for some posts).
- YP-I Positions (15-16): Graduate or Postgraduate degree in Agriculture/Sciences/Engineering with relevant experience.
- Project Associate-II (18): MSc/MTech/ME/MCA in Computer Science, IT, Geomatics, AI/ML, Data Science, or equivalent with first class or OGPA ≥ 7.5.
- Project Assistant (19): MSc/PhD in Agronomy, Social Sciences, or Environmental Sciences with field/lab experience.
- Experience Requirements: Varies by role (e.g., 3-5 years for some YP-II positions, 4+ years for Project Associate-II).
- Age Limit: Maximum 45 years for YP-II/YP-I, 35 years for Project Associate-II/Project Assistant. Relaxation for SC/ST (5 years) and OBC (3 years).
- Gender Eligibility: Both
- Category Eligibility: General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS (relaxations apply as per government norms).
- Working Candidates: Must provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.
- YP-I Positions (15-16): Graduate or Postgraduate degree in Agriculture/Sciences/Engineering with relevant experience.
- Project Associate-II (18): MSc/MTech/ME/MCA in Computer Science, IT, Geomatics, AI/ML, Data Science, or equivalent with first class or OGPA ≥ 7.5.
- Project Assistant (19): MSc/PhD in Agronomy, Social Sciences, or Environmental Sciences with field/lab experience.
- Experience Requirements: Varies by role (e.g., 3-5 years for some YP-II positions, 4+ years for Project Associate-II).
- Age Limit: Maximum 45 years for YP-II/YP-I, 35 years for Project Associate-II/Project Assistant. Relaxation for SC/ST (5 years) and OBC (3 years).
- Gender Eligibility: Both
- Category Eligibility: General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS (relaxations apply as per government norms).
- Working Candidates: Must provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Application Screening: Applications will be screened based on eligibility and project requirements.
- Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview in the first week of November 2026.
- Document Verification: Original documents will be verified at the time of appointment.
- Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview in the first week of November 2026.
- Document Verification: Original documents will be verified at the time of appointment.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS
📂 Required Documents
- Application Form: Strictly as per the enclosed format.
- Self-attested scanned copies of original documents (from X class onwards, including date of birth certificate, NET/equivalent certificate, bachelor’s/master’s degree certificates, and a recent photograph).
- Proof of Experience and Publications (if applicable).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer (if currently employed).
- Declaration form regarding relatives employed in ICAR-IARI (if applicable).
- Self-attested scanned copies of original documents (from X class onwards, including date of birth certificate, NET/equivalent certificate, bachelor’s/master’s degree certificates, and a recent photograph).
- Proof of Experience and Publications (if applicable).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer (if currently employed).
- Declaration form regarding relatives employed in ICAR-IARI (if applicable).
💳 Application Fee Details
No application fee mentioned in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the YP-II positions under ICAR-IARI?
There are 11 YP-II vacancies available across various specializations such as Microbiology, Environmental Sciences, Soil Science, Genetics, and related fields.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for these contractual positions at ICAR-IARI?
The last date to apply for these positions is 31st October 2026.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to these positions?
The maximum age limit is 45 years for YP-II/YP-I roles and 35 years for Project Associate-II/Project Assistant roles, with relaxations for SC/ST and OBC candidates.
Q.
Is there an application fee for these positions?
No, the notification does not mention any application fee for these positions.
Q.
Where will the online interview for these positions be conducted?
The online interview will be conducted tentatively in the first week of November 2026, with reporting time communicated to shortlisted candidates via email.