ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI) is recruiting candidates for 3 temporary and contractual vacancies, comprising 1 Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and 2 Young Professional-I posts, for its 2026 recruitment. Qualifications vary by post. Candidates can apply by attending a walk-in interview on 5 November 2026, reporting at 10:30 AM at the Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, by submitting the filled application proforma, declaration form, and scanned self-attested copies of original supporting documents. Pay is Rs. 37,000 + HRA for the first two years and Rs. 42,000 + HRA onwards for SRF, and Rs. 30,000 per month for Young Professional-I. Selection involves screening of applications and an offline interview.
ICAR IARI Recruitment – Quick Summary
- Who is recruiting?: ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI)
- Which posts?: Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and Young Professional-I (YP-I)
- How many vacancies?: 3 vacancies
- Who can apply?: Candidates meeting essential educational and age criteria
- Application start date: Date of notification publication
- Last date: Walk-in interview on 05.11.2026
- Application mode: Walk-in interview / offline submission of proforma
- Job location: New Delhi
ICAR IARI Overview
ICAR IARI Important Dates
ICAR IARI Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
A total of 3 vacancies are available under the PPV&FRA and ICAR funded projects in the Division of Vegetable Science.
ICAR IARI Eligibility Criteria
ICAR IARI Qualification Required
ICAR IARI Age Limit
The minimum age is 21 years for SRF and maximum age is 35 years as on the date of interview. For Young Professionals, the minimum age is 21 years and maximum age is 45 years.
Age Relaxation
ICAR IARI Salary
House Rent Allowance (HRA) will be given as per existing Central Government rates applicable in various cities/locations.
ICAR IARI Application Fee
The notification does not mention any application fee.
ICAR IARI Selection Process
Selection is made through screening of applications followed by an offline interview conducted by a duly constituted Selection Committee.
How to Apply for ICAR IARI Recruitment
- Download the official notification and annexed Application Proforma (Annexure-I) and Declaration Form (Annexure-II).
- Carefully and accurately fill in the Application Proforma and Declaration Form.
- Prepare scanned, self-attested copies of original supporting documents, certificates from matriculation onwards, date-of-birth proof, degree/provisional degree certificates, NET/GATE certificates, experience certificates, publications, and a recent passport-size photograph.
- Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email after application screening.
- Attend the walk-in interview on 05.11.2026 at 10:30 A.M. at the Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi 110012, carrying the duly filled application proforma, declaration form, and original copies of all relevant documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies.
Documents Required
- Duly filled Application Proforma (Annexure-I)
- Duly filled Declaration Form (Annexure-II)
- Recent biodata in the prescribed format
- Original certificates and supporting documents from matriculation onwards
- Date-of-birth proof
- Degree / provisional degree certificate
- NET/GATE/equivalent certificate (wherever applicable)
- Experience certificate and publications/proof (wherever applicable)
- A copy of the M.Sc./M.Tech. thesis (for SRF candidates)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- One set of self-attested photocopies of all documents
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from present employer (if currently employed)
ICAR IARI Important Instructions
- The engagement is purely temporary and contractual for one year or till completion/termination of the concerned project, whichever is earlier.
- All posts are co-terminus with the respective project, and selected candidates shall have no claim for regular appointment or absorption in ICAR/IARI.
- Applications will be screened, and only eligible and shortlisted candidates will be informed by email regarding the date and time of the offline interview.
- No TA/DA or any other expenses will be paid for attending the interview.
- Concealment of facts or submission of false information will lead to disqualification or termination of candidature.
- Candidates having near or distant relatives employed in ICAR/IARI must declare the details in Annexure-II.
- Selected candidates must abide by institute rules including laboratory safety, biosafety, and data security norms.
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