ICAR IARI Walk-in Recruitment 2026 for JRF, Young Professional II Posts

Recruitment overview

ICAR-IARI has invited candidates to attend an in-person walk-in interview for two contractual project posts in the Division of Biochemistry, New Delhi. The recruitment is being conducted under the GCoE on Millets project and includes one Junior Research Fellow position and one Young Professional-II position.

Both posts are temporary and co-terminus with the project. This means the appointment is project-linked and does not create a claim for regular absorption in the institute.

Important date and venue

The official notice fixes 8 May 2026 as the date of the walk-in interview. The venue is the Division of Biochemistry, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi.

There is no separate online application process mentioned in the notice. Candidates have to attend the interview in person with the prescribed application form and supporting documents.

Post-wise vacancy and salary

The notice provides one vacancy each for Junior Research Fellow and Young Professional-II. The salary structure is different for both positions.

The JRF salary follows ICAR norms. The notice separately states that house rent allowance will be given as per the applicable central government rate in New Delhi.

Junior Research Fellow eligibility

The JRF post is meant for candidates with a relevant postgraduate science background in the subjects listed in the notice. The degree pattern matters here, and candidates with a three-year bachelor's degree route need to check the NET condition carefully.

• Post Graduate Degree in Plant Biochemistry, Plant Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or Plant Physiology from a recognized institution
• Candidates with 4 or 5 years of bachelor's degree are eligible through the stated route
• Candidates with 3 years bachelor's degree and 2 years master's degree should have NET qualification

Desirable experience includes gene cloning and characterization, heterologous expression of genes, basic biochemical techniques, and handling instruments used in metabolomics.

Young Professional II eligibility

The Young Professional-II post also requires a relevant postgraduate degree, but the subject list is slightly broader than the JRF post. Candidates should apply only if their academic specialization fits the exact disciplines named in the notice.

• Post Graduate Degree in Plant Biochemistry
• Post Graduate Degree in Plant Molecular Biology
• Post Graduate Degree in Biotechnology
• Post Graduate Degree in Plant Physiology
• Post Graduate Degree in Environmental Science
• Post Graduate Degree in Bioinformatics

Desirable experience includes gene cloning and characterization, heterologous expression of genes, biochemical techniques, and omics data characterization.

Age limit and relaxation

The age limit mentioned in the notice is 35 years as on the date of interview. Relaxation has been mentioned category-wise in the same notice.

Candidates claiming relaxation should carry valid supporting certificates wherever applicable.

Project duration and nature of appointment

These posts are temporary and contractual. They are co-terminus with the project and do not amount to regular institute positions. The notice states that the Global CoE on Millets project is currently approved up to 31 March 2027 and is likely to be extended further.

The appointment is initially up to 31 March 2027 or till completion of the project, whichever is earlier. Extension may be considered periodically based on the candidate's performance and the continuation of the project.

• Temporary project positions
• Contractual basis
• Initial term up to 31 March 2027 or project completion, whichever is earlier
• Extension depends on performance and project continuation
• No claim for regular appointment

Selection process

The selection process is based on a walk-in interview. Only candidates who meet the essential qualifications will be entertained for the interview.

The institute has also reserved the right not to select any candidate or to scrap any of the positions even after the interview. No TA, DA, or other travel expense will be paid for attending the interview.

Documents to carry for the walk-in interview

Candidates should go to the interview with two copies of the application in the prescribed format, along with a biodata and duly attested supporting documents. A recent passport-size photograph should also be affixed in the biodata.

• Two copies of the filled application form
• Biodata with recent attested passport-size photo
• Attested copies of 10th and 12th certificates
• Attested copies of undergraduate and postgraduate certificates and mark sheets
• Ph.D. certificate, if applicable
• NET or GATE certificate, where applicable
• Experience certificates and office orders, if any
• Original documents for verification at the time of joining if selected
• No Objection Certificate from current employer, if working

The notice also asks candidates with relatives working in ICAR or IARI to submit the required declaration in writing.

How to prepare for attending the interview

Since this is a walk-in process, preparation is mostly about eligibility accuracy and document readiness. Before attending, candidates should match their degree title and subject area exactly with the post they want to apply for.

1. Read the post-specific qualification carefully and choose the correct post.
2. Download and fill the application format from the official notice.
3. Prepare two complete sets of application and biodata.
4. Attach attested educational and supporting documents in order.
5. Carry original documents for later verification if selected.
6. Keep NOC ready if you are currently employed.
7. Reach the Division of Biochemistry, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi on 8 May 2026 for the in-person interview.

This recruitment is straightforward, but candidates often lose time because of incomplete documentation or incorrect interpretation of the qualification requirement. Checking those points early is the safest approach.