Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI) Research Associate (RA) Notification 2026 has been released on the official website of ICAR-IARI. A total of 1 Research Associate (RA) vacancy has been announced through the ICAR-IARI Research Associate (RA) Recruitment 2026.
Candidates up to 40 years of age for men and 45 years for women who have a Ph.D. in Economics, Agricultural Economics, or Statistics, or a Master's degree in the relevant discipline with the prescribed experience and one research paper published in an SCI/NAAS-rated journal (as per the notification) are eligible to apply for this Research Associate (RA) vacancy. The email application process for ICAR-IARI Research Associate (RA) Recruitment 2026 is currently open and will remain available until 05 August 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and submit their applications via email through the direct links provided below in this article.
ICAR-IARI Research Associate-(RA) Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI) |
| Post Name | Research Associate-(RA) |
| No of Posts | 1 |
| Salary | Rs.61,000/- HRA for Master's degree & Rs. 67,000+ HRA for PhDs |
| Qualification | Ph.D in Economics / Agri. Economics/ Statistics or Master's degree in Economics/ Agri. Economics/ Statistics with 3/4/5 years of Bachelor's degree {with first division or 60% marks or equivalent overall GPA with at least three (3) years' experience preferably in Research/Statistical Data Analysis/Statistical Tools/ Technology Commercialization/ Business development etc as evidenced from Fellowship/Associateship/ Training/ other engagements as circulated vide F.No. 2-9/2012-HRD dated 25.04.2014 and One research paper in Science Citation Index (SCI)/NAAS rated (>_4.0) Journal as per Om SR/S9/Z-09/2018 of DST dated 30.01.2019. |
| Age Limit | Max: 40 years for Men, 45 years for Women (relaxation as per ICAR Norms) |
| Last Date | 05 August 2026 |
| Apply Mode | |
| Job Type | Project-based |
ICAR-IARI Research Associate-(RA) Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the ICAR-IARI Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Download ICAR-IARI Research Associate-(RA) Job 2026 Notification PDF
ICAR-IARI Research Associate-(RA) Vacancy 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Research Associate | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Ph.D in Economics / Agri. Economics/ Statistics
- OR Master's degree in Economics/ Agri. Economics/ Statistics with 3/4/5 years of Bachelor's degree {with first division or 60% marks or equivalent overall GPA with at least three (3) years' experience preferably in Research/Statistical Data Analysis/Statistical Tools/ Technology Commercialization/ Business development etc as evidenced from Fellowship/Associateship/ Training/ other engagements as circulated vide F.No. 2-9/2012-HRD dated 25.04.2014
- AND One research paper in Science Citation Index (SCI)/NAAS rated (>_4.0) Journal as per Om SR/S9/Z-09/2018 of DST dated 30.01.2019.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 40 years for Men, 45 years for Women.
- Age relaxation is applicable as per ICAR Norms.
Salary / Stipend
- Research Associate-(RA): Rs.61,000/- HRA for Master's degree
- Research Associate-(RA): Rs. 67,000+ HRA for PhDs
ICAR-IARI Research Associate-(RA) Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to receive Online applications | 05 August 2026 |
| Date of Interview | 12 August 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 05 August 2026 |
| Intimation E-mail for Interview | 05 August 2026 |
Selection Process
- Educational qualifications
- Relevant experience
- Interview
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for ICAR-IARI Research Associate-(RA) Recruitment 2026 via email should follow the steps below.
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs.
- Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email.
- Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification.
- Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 05-08-2026.
- Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
ICAR-IARI Research Associate-(RA) Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
