- NIAB is an autonomous institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, focused on animal biotechnology, genetics, genomics, and translational research for livestock improvement.
- Research areas include animal genetics, transgenic technology, reproductive technology, disease research, nutritional enrichment, and bioinformatics.
- Selected candidates will contribute to projects addressing livestock infertility, reproductive technologies (AI, IVF, ICSI, OPU, ET), and animal nutrition.
- Positions are initially on probation for two years, with continuation subject to performance evaluation.
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🎓 Graduate
🎓 Master's Degree
Scientist-B and Farm Manager Positions
National Institute of Animal Biotechnology
Total Vacancies
2
Job Location
Hyderabad, Telangana
Apply Start
12 Aug 2026
Apply Deadline
11 Sep 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
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📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (NIAB) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Graduate (graduate), Master's Degree (masters-degree) |
| Number of Vacancies | 2 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Scientist-B: Pay Level 10 (7th CPC); Farm Manager: Pay Level 6 (7th CPC) |
| Age Limits | Maximum 35 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | - Scientist-B: Minimum 3 years of R&D experience in relevant areas. - Farm Manager: Desirable experience in livestock herd management. |
| Application Fee | - Scientist-B: Unreserved: ₹500; SC/ST/OBC/Women: ₹300; OCI (Abroad): USD $30; OCI (India): USD $20. - Farm Manager: Unreserved: ₹200; SC/ST/OBC/Women: ₹100; OCI (Abroad): USD $15; OCI (India): USD $10. - PWD/Departmental candidates are exempted from payment. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- For Scientist-B: M.V.Sc/M.Sc/M.Tech or equivalent degree with outstanding academic record and 3 years of R&D experience in NIAB thrust areas (e.g., animal nutrition, gene editing, veterinary gynaecology).
- For Farm Manager: Graduation in Animal Husbandry/Horticulture or Masters in Life Sciences with minimum 50% marks. Desirable: Experience in handling livestock herds and farm upkeep in research organizations or reputed farms.
- Age limit: 35 years for Scientist-B, 30 years for Farm Manager (as of closing date).
- Candidates from Government/Semi-Government/Autonomous Bodies/PSUs must submit NOC, Vigilance Certificate, and Integrity Certificate.
- For Farm Manager: Graduation in Animal Husbandry/Horticulture or Masters in Life Sciences with minimum 50% marks. Desirable: Experience in handling livestock herds and farm upkeep in research organizations or reputed farms.
- Age limit: 35 years for Scientist-B, 30 years for Farm Manager (as of closing date).
- Candidates from Government/Semi-Government/Autonomous Bodies/PSUs must submit NOC, Vigilance Certificate, and Integrity Certificate.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for written/skill tests or interviews as decided by the competent authority.
- Selection criteria may be enhanced beyond advertised qualifications to optimize candidate selection.
- Final selection is subject to document verification and performance during the probation period.
- Selection criteria may be enhanced beyond advertised qualifications to optimize candidate selection.
- Final selection is subject to document verification and performance during the probation period.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (with reservation for PWD as per Government of India guidelines)
📂 Required Documents
- Recent passport-size photograph (soft copy).
- Educational certificates (all degrees/diplomas).
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Caste/Category certificate (if applicable).
- NOC from current employer (for Government/PSU employees).
- Application fee payment receipt (DD or online transaction proof).
- Educational certificates (all degrees/diplomas).
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Caste/Category certificate (if applicable).
- NOC from current employer (for Government/PSU employees).
- Application fee payment receipt (DD or online transaction proof).
💳 Application Fee Details
- Scientist-B: Unreserved: ₹500; SC/ST/OBC/Women: ₹300; OCI (Abroad): USD $30; OCI (India): USD $20.
- Farm Manager: Unreserved: ₹200; SC/ST/OBC/Women: ₹100; OCI (Abroad): USD $15; OCI (India): USD $10.
- PWD/Departmental candidates are exempted from payment.
- Farm Manager: Unreserved: ₹200; SC/ST/OBC/Women: ₹100; OCI (Abroad): USD $15; OCI (India): USD $10.
- PWD/Departmental candidates are exempted from payment.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is the application fee for the Scientist-B position at NIAB?
The application fee for Scientist-B is ₹500 for Unreserved candidates, ₹300 for SC/ST/OBC/Women, and USD $30 for OCI candidates abroad.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for these positions at NIAB?
The last date to apply online is 11-09-2026 by 5 PM.
Q.
Are there any relaxations in age limit for reserved category candidates?
The notification states that age limits may be relaxed at the discretion of the competent authority for otherwise suitable candidates, but specific relaxations are not detailed.
Q.
What are the key research areas for the Scientist-B position?
The key research areas include animal nutrition, animal precision gene editing, and veterinary gynaecology with expertise in assisted reproductive technologies (AI, IVF, ICSI, OPU, ET).
Q.
Is there any provision for travel allowance (TA) for candidates attending the written/skill test?
Candidates called for written/skill tests will be paid single second-class rail fare from their nearest station to Secunderabad Railway Station, subject to submission of valid travel documents.