ICAR-IIMR Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in

One Senior Research Fellow is to be engaged under the "CRP on Maize Biofortification" project (PI: Dr. A.K. Das, Senior Scientist) at ICAR - Indian Institute of Maize Research (ICAR-IIMR), Ludhiana, on a contractual basis for one year, at Rs. 37,000/- + HRA per month for the 1st and 2nd year. The essential qualification is a Master's degree in Genetics & Plant Breeding or a related listed subject. Candidates can attend the walk-in interview on 23 November 2026 at 11 A.M. at ICAR-IIMR, Ladhowal Campus, Ludhiana, or attend online by emailing their application to [email protected] by 22 November 2026.

ICAR-IIMR Senior Research Fellows at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About ICAR-IIMR

ICAR - Indian Institute of Maize Research is an institute of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research located at Village Chahar, Ladhowal, Ludhiana, Punjab - 141008. The Senior Research Fellow post is under its "CRP on Maize Biofortification" project, with Dr. A.K. Das, Senior Scientist, as the Principal Investigator.

Who Can Apply

Essential Qualification

• Master's degree in relevant subjects (Genetics & Plant Breeding/Genetics/Plant Breeding/Agricultural Botany/Seed Science and Technology) with 4 years/5 years of Bachelor's degree.
• Or candidates holding a three-year Bachelor's degree along with a Master's degree in the above-mentioned subject should have the NET qualification and 2 years of research experience.

Desirable

• Experience in Molecular Breeding, biotechnology and proficiency in computer application.

Experience Rules

Experience will be counted after acquiring the basic minimum qualifications. The application form asks for experience of one year and above only, with proof attached.

Age Limit

The age limit is 35 years for men and 40 years for women. Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC is as per GOI/ICAR rules. The application form asks for age as on the closing date for receipt of applications.

The degree certificate required for the post should be in hand on the date of the walk-in interview. See the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of the post.

Pay and Tenure

The emoluments are Rs. 37,000/- + HRA per month for the 1st and 2nd year, and Rs. 42,000/- + HRA per month for the 3rd year, as applicable under ICAR norms. The engagement is for one year and may be extended or curtailed as per need and performance.

The position is purely temporary and will be filled on a contractual basis, co-terminus with the project/scheme. The selected candidate will have no right or claim for regular appointment at the Institute. The Director, ICAR-IIMR, Ludhiana reserves the right to terminate the contractual engagement even before completion of the project, and no representation in this regard will be entertained.

How to Apply for ICAR-IIMR Senior Research Fellows

The notice offers two ways to take part in the interview.

1. Walk-in: appear before the Selection Committee on 23 November 2026 at 11 A.M. at ICAR-IIMR, Ladhowal Campus, Ludhiana.
2. Online: send the application along with supporting documents to [email protected] by 22 November 2026.
3. Prepare the application in the format printed with the notice (pages 3 and 4), mentioning the name of the position and the project name.
4. Sign the declaration on relatives working at ICAR-IIMR and on the truthfulness of the information.

The application format asks for: name, father's name, date of birth, full present and permanent address with telephone/mobile numbers and email address, category (General/SC/ST/OBC), qualification details with percentage marks from matriculation/high school onwards (highest qualification first), previous experience if any, publications/awards/accessions/database/general and popular articles, a self-declaration regarding truthfulness, and signature with date and place. The form allows only published research papers in journals with NAAS rating/Impact Factor under publications. A candidate can apply for one position only.

Documents named in the notice

• Original certificates
• Typed bio-data
• One set of attested copies of each certificate
• Passport size photograph (to be pasted on the application form)
• Proof of category (SC/ST/OBC/General) and proof of experience
• No Objection Certificate from the present employer, for candidates already working in any project/scheme/organization

Selection and Interview

Selection is through a walk-in/online interview before the Selection Committee on 23 November 2026 at 11 A.M. Walk-in candidates report at ICAR-IIMR, Ladhowal Campus, Ludhiana, at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time to complete the necessary formalities. Ineligible candidates will not be allowed to appear for the interview, and canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidates.

Important Dates

Important Instructions

• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
• The number of vacancies is tentative and can be increased or decreased.
• The Director, ICAR-IIMR, Ludhiana reserves the right to cancel or postpone the walk-in-interview.
• Candidates must declare whether any near or distant relative is an employee of ICAR-IIMR; non-declaration can lead to cancellation of candidature and selection.
• Candidature or appointment may be cancelled without notice if any information is found false or incorrect.
• Changes or corrigendum, if any, will be posted on the institute website, https://iimr.icar.gov.in.

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