Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI) — Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)
The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI) has issued an official recruitment notification for Senior Research Fellow and Young Professional-II, announcing a total of 2 vacancies located in Delhi. To be eligible, applicants must hold SRF: Master’s degree in Vegetable Science / Horticulture / Genetics and Plant Breeding / Plant Biotechnology with 4 years or 5 years of Bachelor’s degree. Candidates with 3-year Bachelor’s and 2-year Master’s degree must have NET qualification and 2 years of research experience as per applicable Council and DST OMs. YP-II: Master’s degree in Vegetable Science / Horticulture / Genetics and Plant Breeding / Plant Biotechnology. and be within the prescribed age limit of SRF: 21 to 35 years; YP-II: 21 to 45 years. Age relaxation as per rules., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of SRF: Rs. 37,000 + HRA for 1st and 2nd year; Rs. 42,000 + HRA from 3rd year onwards. YP-II: Rs. 42,000 per month consolidated.. The selection procedure comprises Walk-in interview by a duly constituted Selection Committee, followed by document verification.. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 07 Oct 2026 |
|---|---|
| Interview Date / Walk-in | 02 Nov 2026 |
| Post Name |
💼 Senior Research Fellow
💼 Young Professional-II
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|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Qualification | SRF: Master’s degree in Vegetable Science / Horticulture / Genetics and Plant Breeding / Plant Biotechnology with 4 years or 5 years of Bachelor’s degree. Candidates with 3-year Bachelor’s and 2-year Master’s degree must have NET qualification and 2 years of research experience as per applicable Council and DST OMs. YP-II: Master’s degree in Vegetable Science / Horticulture / Genetics and Plant Breeding / Plant Biotechnology. |
| Age Limit | SRF: 21 to 35 years; YP-II: 21 to 45 years. Age relaxation as per rules. |
| Salary | SRF: Rs. 37,000 + HRA for 1st and 2nd year; Rs. 42,000 + HRA from 3rd year onwards. YP-II: Rs. 42,000 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 | Walk-in interview by a duly constituted Selection Committee, followed by document verification. |
| Post / Designation | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow | - | - | - | - | - | 1 |
| Young Professional-II | - | - | - | - | - | 1 |
| Consolidated Total | - | - | - | - | - | 2 |
SRF: Rs. 37,000 + HRA initially, Rs. 42,000 + HRA later; YP-II: Rs. 42,000 consolidated per month
Cut-off Date: As on 02 Nov 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 | — | 03 Nov 1981 to 02 Nov 2005 |
| EWS | 21 yrs | 45 yrs | — | 03 Nov 1981 to 02 Nov 2005 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 21 yrs | 48 yrs | +3 yrs | 03 Nov 1978 to 02 Nov 2005 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 21 yrs | 50 yrs | +5 yrs | 03 Nov 1976 to 02 Nov 2005 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 21 yrs | 50 yrs | +5 yrs | 03 Nov 1976 to 02 Nov 2005 |
| PwD (General) | 21 yrs | 55 yrs | +10 yrs | 03 Nov 1971 to 02 Nov 2005 |
Prescribed Age: 21–45 Years (As on As on 02 Nov 2026)
Official Prescribed Pay: SRF: Rs. 37,000 + HRA; YP-II: Rs. 42,000 consolidated per month
The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR IARI) operating under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has officially announced a recruitment notification for eligible candidates. Professionals looking to build a stable career in premier agricultural research can explore all latest Delhi Government Jobs to find relevant openings. This selection drive offers an opportunity to join cutting-edge research projects based in New Delhi.
| S. No. | Positions | Emoluments | Essential Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Senior Research Fellow (SRF) (01 Post) under CRP Hybrid Technology (Crop: Cauliflower) | ₹37,000 + HRA (For I and IInd year); ₹42,000 + HRA (For IIIrd year onwards) | Master degree in Vegetable Science/ Horticulture/ Genetics and Plant Breeding/ Plant Biotechnology with 4 years/ 5 years of Bachelor's degree. Candidates having post graduate degree with 3 years Bachelor degree and 2 years Master degree should have NET qualifications and 2 years of research experience as mentioned in OM No. Edn./6/27/2014/HRD dated 13-07-2015 and OM No. Agril. Edn. 6/27/2014-HRD dt. 09-10-2015 of the Council and OMSR/S9/Z-09/2018 of DST dated 30-01-2019. |
| 2. | Young Professional-II (1 post) under PPV&FRA Project on DUS Testing of Broccoli | ₹42,000/- Per month (consolidated) | Master’s degree in Vegetable Science/ Horticulture/ Genetics and Plant Breeding/Plant Biotechnology. |
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | Master degree in Vegetable Science/ Horticulture/ Genetics and Plant Breeding/ Plant Biotechnology with 4 years/ 5 years of Bachelor's degree. Candidates with 3 years Bachelor degree and 2 years Master degree require NET qualifications and 2 years of research experience as per specified Council and DST OMs. |
| Young Professional-II | Master’s degree in Vegetable Science/ Horticulture/ Genetics and Plant Breeding/Plant Biotechnology. |
| Post | Pay Level / Pay |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | ₹37,000 + HRA (For I and IInd year); ₹42,000 + HRA (For IIIrd year onwards) |
| Young Professional-II | ₹42,000/- per month (consolidated) |
Candidates interested in contractual research roles can also review related openings such as the ICAR IARI Young Professional Recruitment 2026 recruitment details. These positions offer valuable hands-on laboratory and field experience under the guidance of senior agricultural scientists.
A total of 2 posts are available under this recruitment notification issued via advertisement number Cauliflower_Advt_07102026. The positions are contractual and tied to specific agricultural research projects.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Salary / Emoluments |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 1 | Rs. 37,000 + HRA per month for 1st and 2nd year; Rs. 42,000 + HRA from 3rd year onwards. |
| Young Professional-II (YP-II) | 1 | Rs. 42,000 per month consolidated. |
Post-graduate qualified aspirants can also check more Post Graduate jobs in Delhi to align their higher educational qualifications with government research careers.
Aspirants must ensure they meet the specific academic and experience requirements before attending the interview session. The criteria vary slightly across the designated roles:
Age limits are calculated as on the date of the walk-in interview, which is 02 November 2026. Candidates must verify their age group against the criteria established for each post:
The selection methodology does not involve any written examination. Instead, candidates will go through a direct walk-in interview conducted by a duly constituted Selection Committee, followed by document verification.
Walk-in Interview Date & Time: The interview will be held on 02 Nov 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi.
No application fee is charged for these positions, as fee payment is completely exempted for all categories.
Since this recruitment follows a direct walk-in interview format, applicants do not need to submit online applications beforehand. Follow these steps to prepare:
Candidates must carry a comprehensive set of documents for verification on the day of the interview:
Candidature Advisory: Ensure that your name, father's name, and date of birth match perfectly across all your certificates and identification documents. Submitting false details or concealing facts will result in immediate disqualification. Currently employed individuals must present a valid NOC during document verification.
For more details, refer to the Official Notification PDF or visit the Official Organization Website.
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