The Division of Seed Science and Technology, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, is recruiting one Project Assistant on a contractual basis under the DBT-funded project "Unraveling the etiology, characterization and seed transmission studies of new viruses associated with vein necrosis disease of soybean". The pay is 20000/-pm + 27% HRA for the three years. The essential qualification is a graduate degree in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology or any branch of life sciences with first class or OGPA>7.5. Interested candidates must email their bio-data/CV in the prescribed format to [email protected] by 25 November 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview in online mode.
ICAR-IARI Project Assistant at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI), New Delhi |
| Department | Division of Seed Science and Technology |
| Project | Unraveling the etiology, characterization and seed transmission studies of new viruses associated with vein necrosis disease of soybean |
| Funding Agency | DBT |
| Tenure | Contractual; the pay is for the three years |
| Post Name(s) | Project Assistant (PA) |
| Vacancies | 01 |
| Pay | 20000/-pm + 27% HRA for the three years |
| Age Limit | Maximum age of 21 - 35 years as on date of interview |
| Job Location | Division of Seed Science and Technology, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi |
| Application Mode | Email (bio-data/CV in the prescribed format) |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 November 2026 |
The official notification does not specify the application fee or the interview date.
About the Division
The notice is issued by the Division of Seed Science and Technology, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, signed by the Assistant Administrative Officer of the Division. The post serves a DBT-funded project on new viruses associated with vein necrosis disease of soybean, covering their etiology, characterization and seed transmission.
Who Can Apply
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable |
|---|---|---|
| Project Assistant | Graduate in Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Any branch of life sciences with first class or OGPA>7.5 from a recognized university/institution | 3 years of working experience in basic molecular techniques, virus screening under field and glasshouse conditions |
The age limit is printed as "Maximum age of 21 - 35 years for PA as on date of interview", and the upper age limit is 35 years. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Women and other exempted categories is as per GOI guidelines; the notice gives no relaxation figures. Only candidates meeting the essential qualifications will be interviewed.
Pay and Tenure
The emoluments are fixed at 20000/-pm + 27% HRA for the three years. The post is purely temporary and will be filled on a contractual basis. It may be extended periodically, subject to the performance of the candidate, till the termination of the project. The candidate shall not claim regular appointment at the Institute, as the post is coterminus with the project.
How to Apply for ICAR-IARI Project Assistant
- Fill in the application form in the format annexed to the notice (Annexure-I). The notice makes this compulsory.
- Paste a recent passport-size photograph on the form, as the form directs.
- Attach copies of certificates from matriculation onwards, the date of birth certificate, and the NET/LS/GATE and equivalent certificate.
- Attach the degree certificates and the proof of experience.
- Enclose a No Objection Certificate (if employed) and publications.
- Email the bio-data/CV in the prescribed format to [email protected] by 25 November 2026.
Annexure-I also asks for the educational qualification from 10th class onwards, working experience, NET/GATE details, research papers and a self-declaration. Candidates related to anyone working at ICAR/IARI must declare it and communicate it to the undersigned by post on or before the date of interview. If this is communicated or declared on the interview date, the candidate will not be interviewed. Candidates with no such relatives furnish the Annexure-II declaration on the interview date.
Selection and Interview
Only candidates meeting the essential qualifications will be interviewed. Shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview, which will be held in online mode. The notice also states that reporting time for the interview is till 10.30 am and that no candidate will be entertained after that. The final results of the interview will be hosted on the institute's website 10 days after the interview, and no phone calls will be entertained before that.
Important Instructions
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview or joining, if selected.
- Concealing of facts or canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- If information is found false, incorrect or incomplete, or ineligibility is detected before or after the interview or selection, the candidature or appointment may be cancelled or is liable to be rejected without notice.
- Any dispute will be resolved in the jurisdiction of the New Delhi court only.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form (Annexure-I) | Format of the application form to fill and attach |
| Official Notification PDF | Notice with Annexure-I and Annexure-II |
| Official Website | Institute website where the final interview results will be hosted |
