Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (ICAR CIRCOT) — Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)
The Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (ICAR CIRCOT) has issued an official recruitment notification for Young Professional-I, announcing a total of 3 vacancies located in Maharashtra. The online application window opens on 13 October 2026 and closes on 25 October 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold For YP-I (IT): Graduate with at least 60% marks in Computer Application, Information Technology, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Operating Systems, Software Engineering, or Computer Graphics. For YP-I (F&A): B.Com / BBA / BBS with minimum 60% marks from a recognized University/College, along with minimum 1 year of experience in the relevant field. and be within the prescribed age limit of 21 to 45 Years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 30,000 per month consolidated. The selection procedure comprises Shortlisting followed by walk-in interview in hybrid mode. Document verification will be done at the time of interview.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 13 Oct 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
25 Oct 2026
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| Interview Date / Walk-in | 28 Oct 2026 |
| Post Name | Young Professional-I |
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| Total Vacancies | 3 |
| Qualification | For YP-I (IT): Graduate with at least 60% marks in Computer Application, Information Technology, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Operating Systems, Software Engineering, or Computer Graphics. For YP-I (F&A): B.Com / BBA / BBS with minimum 60% marks from a recognized University/College, along with minimum 1 year of experience in the relevant field. |
| Age Limit | 21 to 45 Years |
| Salary | Rs. 30,000 per month consolidated |
| Application Fee |
General: ₹0
OBC: ₹0
EWS: ₹0
SC: ₹0
ST: ₹0
fee_exempted: Yes
payment_mode: Not Applicable
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| Selection Process | Shortlisting followed by walk-in interview in hybrid mode. Document verification will be done at the time of interview. |
| Post / Designation | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Young Professional-I (Finance and Accounts) | - | - | - | - | - | 1 |
| Young Professional-I (Administration) | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
| Consolidated Total | - | - | - | - | - | 3 |
Rs. 30,000 per month consolidated
Cut-off Date: As on 25 October 2026 — Candidates must be between 21 to 45 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) | 21 yrs | 45 yrs | — | 26 Oct 1981 to 25 Oct 2005 |
| EWS | 21 yrs | 45 yrs | — | 26 Oct 1981 to 25 Oct 2005 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 21 yrs | 48 yrs | +3 yrs | 26 Oct 1978 to 25 Oct 2005 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 21 yrs | 50 yrs | +5 yrs | 26 Oct 1976 to 25 Oct 2005 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 21 yrs | 50 yrs | +5 yrs | 26 Oct 1976 to 25 Oct 2005 |
| PwD (General) | 21 yrs | 55 yrs | +10 yrs | 26 Oct 1971 to 25 Oct 2005 |
Prescribed Age: 21–45 Years (As on As on 25 October 2026)
Official Prescribed Pay: Rs. 30,000 per month consolidated
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research - Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (ICAR-CIRCOT) has officially advertised the ICAR-CIRCOT Young Professional-I Recruitment 2026 under official notification number A-12024/5/2026-Adm-I-CIRCOT. This recruitment drive aims to fill 3 contractual vacancies for Young Professional-I (YP-I) positions across Administration and Finance & Accounts specializations. Candidates looking to build a research-oriented career under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) umbrella can explore all latest Maharashtra Government Jobs for similar prestigious openings.
| Section | Number of Post |
|---|---|
| Finance and Accounts Section | 01 |
| Administration Section | 02 |
| Total | 03 |
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable |
|---|---|---|
| YP-I (IT) | Graduates with at least 60% marks in Computer Application/Information Technology/Computer Science/Artificial Intelligence/Operating Systems/Software Engineering/Computer Graphics. | Knowledge of IT applications, virtual meeting platforms and computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). |
| YP-I (F&A) | B.Com/BBA/BBS (With minimum 60% marks) from a recognized University/College, with minimum 1 year of experience in relevant field. | Knowledge of final accounts, auditing, taxation, drafting of letters/notes, and Tally. |
Headquartered in Mumbai, ICAR-CIRCOT is a premier research institution dedicated to excellence in cotton technology and allied processing sectors. These contractual openings offer an exceptional platform for qualified professionals seeking dynamic career pathways. Job seekers who want to check more Graduate jobs in Maharashtra will find these positions ideal for sharpening their administrative and technical expertise within an esteemed scientific organization.
The recruitment notice specifies a total of 3 posts allocated across specific functional domains. Candidates must carefully verify their eligibility against the exact functional requirement before proceeding with application submissions.
| Post Name / Specialization | Total Vacancies | Required Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Young Professional-I (Administration) | 2 | Graduate with at least 60% marks in relevant computer or administrative disciplines as specified in the official notification. |
| Young Professional-I (Finance and Accounts) | 1 | B.Com / BBA / BBS with minimum 60% marks and at least 1 year of relevant experience in finance/accounts. |
Applicants must satisfy the precise educational benchmarks mandated by ICAR-CIRCOT. For the Young Professional-I (IT) roles, candidates must hold a Graduate degree with at least 60% marks in Computer Application, Information Technology, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Operating Systems, Software Engineering, or Computer Graphics. For the Young Professional-I (Finance and Accounts) position, applicants need a B.Com, BBA, or BBS degree with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized University or College, along with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
The age limit for these positions is set between 21 to 45 Years as on 25 October 2026. Category-wise age relaxations are applicable as per Government of India guidelines, providing 3 Years for OBC candidates, 5 Years for SC/ST candidates, and 10 Years for PwD/PH candidates.
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of Rs. 30,000 per month. No additional dearness allowance or house rent allowance beyond the consolidated sum is applicable, keeping with standard ICAR guidelines for Young Professionals.
The appointment is strictly on a contractual basis for an initial duration of 1 Year. Depending on institutional requirements and individual performance, the contract is extendable for up to 2 additional years, administered on a one-year-at-a-time basis.
The selection methodology features shortlisting of applications followed by a walk-in interview in hybrid mode. Document verification will be conducted concurrently during the interview stage. Candidates are evaluated across standardized selection stages:
Candidates must take note of the critical timeline to ensure timely compliance with all submission milestones:
No application fee is levied for this recruitment drive across any category. Candidates belonging to General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, and PwD categories are fully exempt from fee payments, and the payment mode is marked as Not Applicable.
Since the application process involves email submission followed by a personal walk-in appearance, applicants must adhere to these precise operational steps:
Applicants must carry or enclose the following verification documents without fail:
Crucial Advisory: Ensure that your application is submitted strictly in the prescribed format and merged into a single PDF file before emailing. Applications received after 25 October 2026 at 05:30 PM will face outright rejection. Verify that all eligibility criteria, especially the 60% aggregate mark threshold and relevant experience years, are fully supported by verifiable certificates before attending the interview at the Mumbai venue.
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