ICAR Indian Agricultural Research Institute — ICAR
Cut-off Date: 09 Sep 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 60 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 60 yrs | — | 10 Sep 1966 to 09 Sep 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 60 yrs | — | 10 Sep 1966 to 09 Sep 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 63 yrs | +3 yrs | 10 Sep 1963 to 09 Sep 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 65 yrs | +5 yrs | 10 Sep 1961 to 09 Sep 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 65 yrs | +5 yrs | 10 Sep 1961 to 09 Sep 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 70 yrs | +10 yrs | 10 Sep 1956 to 09 Sep 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–60 Years (As on 09 Sep 2026)
The ICAR Indian Agricultural Research Institute has issued an official recruitment notification for Guest Faculty, announcing a total of multiple vacancies located in Delhi. The online application window opens on 19 August 2026 and closes on 09 September 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Master’s Degree in relevant discipline with 55% marks + NET/SET/SLET or Ph.D. and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 70 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 1500 per lecture (Max Rs. 50,000 per month). The selection procedure comprises Walk-in Interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 19 Aug 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
09 Sep 2026
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| Interview Date / Walk-in | 10 Sep 2026 |
| Post Name | Guest Faculty |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Master’s Degree in relevant discipline with 55% marks + NET/SET/SLET or Ph.D. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 70 years |
| Salary | Rs. 1500 per lecture (Max Rs. 50,000 per month) |
| Selection Process | Walk-in Interview |
The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) has released a recruitment notification for the engagement of Guest Faculty members for the academic year 2026. The positions are purely contractual, focused on specialized subjects within the Agricultural Sciences domain.
Candidates must possess a Master's degree in the relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent grade. Additionally, candidates must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by ICAR, UGC, or CSIR. Candidates holding a Ph.D. degree in the concerned subject, in accordance with UGC/ICAR guidelines, are also eligible.
Selected faculty members will be remunerated at the rate of Rs. 1,500 per lecture, with a maximum monthly ceiling of Rs. 50,000. Selection will be strictly based on a walk-in interview conducted at the institute premises.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline (Email) | 9 September 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 10 September 2026 |
Interested candidates should follow these steps to ensure their application is processed correctly:
The maximum age limit for applicants is 70 years as of the notification date.
No, these are contractual positions and do not imply any claim for regular or permanent absorption into IARI services.
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