ICAR-National Institute for Plant Biotechnology (ICAR-NIPB) Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Notification 2026 has been released in July 2026 on the official website nipb.res.in. A total of 01 vacancy has been announced through the ICAR-NIPB Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026.
Candidates up to 35 years (Male) and 40 years (Female) who have a Post Graduate Degree in Plant Breeding/Genetics/Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Life Science (with NET, where applicable) or a 4-year Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline / Post Graduate Degree in professional courses selected through NET/GATE or other national-level examinations are eligible to apply for these Junior Research Fellow (JRF) vacancies. The walk-in interview for ICAR-NIPB Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 will be held on 20 July 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and check the walk-in interview details through the direct links provided below in this article.
ICAR-NIPB Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
ICAR-National Institute for Plant Biotechnology, Lal Bahadur Shastri Building, Pusa Campus, New Delhi-110012 has invited applications vide Advertisement No. 4001-634/JRF/393150 for engagement of Junior Research Fellow under the project "Identification and characterization of powdery mildew (Erysiphe cruciferarum) resistance using existing and novel mutant population of Indian mustard (Brassica juncea)". Candidates are strongly advised to read the full advertisement before attending the interview.
Download ICAR-NIPB Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
ICAR-NIPB Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Overview
ICAR-NIPB is recruiting 1 Junior Research Fellow post with relevant Post Graduate qualification. Walk-in Interview on 20 July 2026.
| Organization Name | ICAR-National Institute for Plant Biotechnology (NIPB), New Delhi |
| Advertisement No. | 4001-634/JRF/393150 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow (JRF) |
| Project Title | Identification and characterization of powdery mildew (Erysiphe cruciferarum) resistance using existing and novel mutant population of Indian mustard (Brassica juncea) |
| Funding Agency | DAE-BRNS |
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Emoluments | Rs. 37,000/- + HRA (for first two years) |
| Duration of Project | One year from the date of appointment (extendable based on performance) |
| Mode of Selection | Walk-in Interview |
| Date of Interview | 20.07.2026 at 11:00 A.M. |
| Venue | LBS Building, Pusa Campus, New Delhi-110012 |
ICAR-NIPB Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | As per Notification |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 20.07.2026 |
| Reporting Time | 9:30 A.M. |
ICAR-NIPB Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Name of the Post | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | 01 |
ICAR-NIPB Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the date of interview.
Essential Qualifications
- Post graduate degree in Plant Breeding/Genetics/Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Life Science with NET Qualified OR
- Post Graduate Degree in Plant Breeding/Genetics/Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/Life Science or relevant subjects OR
- Bachelors' degree in relevant subjects with four years Bachelors’ degree or Post Graduate degree in professional courses selected through National Eligibility Test (CSIR, UGC-NET, GATE) or national level exams conducted by Central government departments/agencies (DST, DBT, DAE, etc.).
Desirable Qualifications Relevant experience in pathogen handling, plant breeding, field trials, molecular biology, Bioinformatics tools, and techniques like next generation sequencing.
Age Limit (as on date of interview, per ICAR guidelines)
- Male: 35 years
- Female: 40 years
Application Fee: Nil
How to Apply for ICAR-NIPB Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates may attend the Walk-In-Interview with 2 copies of Application form along with 2 self-attested copies of all documents. Candidates must bring all Original documents for verification.
They may also send the application form along with clubbed documents in a single PDF to [email protected] (mention Advertisement number in subject).
Documents Required (Original + 2 self-attested copies):
- Application form in prescribed format
- Complete CV
- All educational certificates/mark sheets (10th to PG/PhD)
- Experience certificates & NOC (if employed)
- Category certificate, publications, etc.
Venue: LBS Building, Pusa Campus, New Delhi – 110012
Important Instructions for ICAR-NIPB JRF Candidates
- Positions are purely temporary/contractual with no claim for regular employment in ICAR.
- No TA/DA will be provided.
- Candidates must report at least 60 minutes early.
- Incomplete applications or missing documents will lead to cancellation.
- Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidature.
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