ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (ICAR NBPGR) has officially released a notification for the recruitment of 5 Project Associate-I and Project Assistant Posts. This recruitment drive offers a great opportunity for candidates looking for research jobs. Interested and eligible candidates can apply by sending their resume and documents to the official email address.
The email application must be submitted on or before 05-10-2026. Candidates are advised to send their applications well before the deadline. In this article, you will find complete details about Project Associate-I and Project Assistant Recruitment 2026, including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, salary, selection process, email application steps, and important links.
ICAR NBPGR Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources |
| Post Name | Project Associate-I and Project Assistant |
| No of Posts | 5 |
| Salary | Rs. 31,000/- + 27% HRA |
| Qualification | Post Graduate degree in Life Sciences/Biochemistry/Chemistry/Food chemistry/Bioinformatics/Biotechnology/Agricultural Sciences/Agronomy/Genetics and Plant Breeding OR B.Sc. in Agriculture/Life Sciences or 3-year Diploma in Engineering & Technology/Computer/Information technology |
| Age Limit | Project Associate-I: 35 Years, Project Assistant: 50 Years (with relaxation as per rules) |
| Last Date | 05-10-2026 |
| Walk-in Date | 12-10-2026 |
| Apply Mode | |
| Job Type | Temporary |
ICAR NBPGR Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the ICAR NBPGR 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 NBPGR Job 2026 Notification PDF
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | 3 |
| Project Assistant | 2 |
| Total | 5 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Project Associate-I: Post Graduate degree in Life Sciences/ Biochemistry/ Chemistry/ Food chemistry/ Bioinformatics/ Biotechnology/ Agricultural Sciences/ Agronomy/ Genetics and Plant Breeding. Desirable: Proven hands-on experience in computational analysis and interpretation of biological data, particularly NGS data and strong programming skills in Python, R, or Perl, with experience in scripting under Linux/UNIX environments; Experience in agriculture research for phenotyping, crop management & statistical analysis; Experience in analytical food chemistry; Publications in peer-reviewed high impact journals
- Project Assistant: B.Sc. in Agriculture/ Life Sciences or 3year Diploma in Engineering & Technology/ Computer/ Information technology. Desirable: Working experience in field experiment, data recording in germplasm collections for phenotyping and crop management & statistical analysis; Proficiency in computer operations (MS office)
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Age Limit
- Project Associate-I: Maximum Age: 35 Years. Relaxation: Women (5 years), SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwD (10 years)
- Project Assistant: Maximum Age: 50 Years. Relaxation: Women (5 years), SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwD (10 years)
Salary / Stipend
| Post Name | Salary / Stipend |
|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | Rs. 31,000/- + 27 % HRA to Scholars who are selected through (a) National Eligibility Tests - CSIR-UGC NET (ii) including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) or GATE or (b) A selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions. II) 25,000/- + HRA for others who do not fall under (I) above |
| Project Assistant | Rs. 20,000+ 27% HRA |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date for sending applications via email | 5 October 2026 |
| Interview Date | 12 October 2026 |
Selection Process
- Application screening
- Physical/Online Interview
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for ICAR NBPGR Various Posts 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: 05-10-2026.
- Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
ICAR NBPGR Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
