ICAR CIRCOT SRF Recruitment 2026: Apply for Senior Research Fellow Post, Walk-in on 23 September

ICAR CIRCOT Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Overview

The ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (CIRCOT), Mumbai, has officially announced a notification for the recruitment of a Senior Research Fellow (SRF) on a contractual basis. Eligible candidates with appropriate postgraduate qualifications can submit their applications via email on or before 21 September 2026 and appear for the Walk-in Interview scheduled on 23 September 2026.

ICAR CIRCOT SRF Vacancy Details & Salary

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications from a recognized University or Institute:

• Master's degree in Renewable Energy Sources / Renewable Energy Engineering / Agricultural Process Engineering / Agricultural Structures and Process Engineering / Post Harvest Engineering and Technology / Farm Machinery and Power / Mechanical Engineering / Organic Chemistry / Textile Chemistry or equivalent.
• Candidates should have a 4-year or 5-year Bachelor's degree. Those with a 3-year Bachelor's degree must have a NET qualification or equivalent national level exam clearance as per ICAR guidelines.

Age Limit & Relaxations

• Maximum Age: 40 years (as on the date of interview)
• Age Relaxation:
  • OBC Candidates: 3 Years
  • SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years
  • PH / Divyangjan Candidates: 10 Years

Selection Process

The selection process consists of two major steps:

1. Screening of Applications: Candidates must submit their bio-data via email. Eligible short-listed candidates will proceed to the interview.
2. Walk-in Interview: A personal interview to evaluate the technical knowledge and research capabilities.
3. Document Verification: Verification of educational certificates, identity proofs, and category certificates.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply through email before attending the walk-in venue. Follow these steps carefully:

• Prepare a comprehensive bio-data containing personal details, educational qualifications, marks obtained, and relevant research experience.
• Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, date of birth proof, category certificate (if applicable), and a recent passport-size photograph.
• Email the complete application package to the official email address specified in the notification before 21 September 2026.
• Ensure the subject line of your email is clearly written as "Application for the post of Senior Research Fellow (SRF)".
• Report physically for the walk-in interview on 23 September 2026 at the designated institute venue with original documents and one set of self-attested photocopies.