ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBPGR) has released the official Senior Research Fellow & Field Assistant Notification 2026 on 30.09.2026 at the official website. A total of 3 vacancies have been announced under the ICAR-NBPGR Senior Research Fellow & Field Assistant Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates aged up to 35 years for SRF and 50 years for Field Assistant with a qualification of a Master's degree in Science or a Graduate degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, or Life Sciences can apply via email on or before 15.10.2026. The official notification PDF and application details are available below.
ICAR NBPGR Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Senior Research Fellow & Field Assistant |
| No of Posts | 3 |
| Salary | ₹37,000 to ₹42,000 + HRA for SRF, ₹20,000 + HRA for Field Assistant |
| Qualification | Master degree in Science or Graduate in Agriculture/Horticulture/Forestry/Life sciences |
| Age Limit | SRF: 35 Years, Field Assistant: 50 Years |
| Last Date | 15-10-2026 |
| Apply Mode | |
| Job Type | Project-based |
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 |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow | 1 |
| Field Assistant | 2 |
| Total | 3 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Senior Research Fellow: Master degree in Science (Plant Pathology/ Entomology/ Nematology/ Agricultural Biotechnology/ Biotechnology/ Botany/ Zoology/ Molecular Biology/ Plant Genetic Resources/ Life Sciences). Experience in plant pathology/entomology/nematology/molecular biology laboratory related works (Desirable).
- Field Assistant: Graduate in Agriculture/Horticulture/Forestry/Life sciences. Experience in plant pathology/microbiology laboratory related works (Desirable).
Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Age Limit
- Senior Research Fellow: Maximum Age: 35 Years. Relaxations: SC/ST/Woman: 5 years, Differently Abled: 10 years, OBC (non-creamy layer): 3 years.
- Field Assistant: Maximum Age: 50 Years. Relaxations: SC/ST/Woman: 5 years, Differently Abled: 10 years, OBC (non-creamy layer): 3 years.
Salary / Stipend
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow | ₹37,000 + HRA/month for 1st and 2nd year; ₹42,000 + HRA/month for 3rd year |
| Field Assistant | ₹20,000+ HRA/month |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date of Application | 15 October 2026 |
| Virtual Interview (Tentative) | 4th Week of October 2026 |
Selection Process
- Screening of applications
- Virtual 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: 15-10-2026.
- 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 |
