CMFRI Young Professional-II Recruitment 2026

ICAR-CMFRI, Kochi is hiring 2 Young Professional-II researchers for the BTR-3 Coastal Resilience Project. If you have a postgraduate degree in Statistics, Economics, Fisheries Science, Marine Science, or Oceanography, you can send your bio-data by email. The last date to apply is 13 August 2026, and the interview is scheduled for 19 August 2026. Selected candidates will get Rs. 42,000 per month on a one-year contract.

ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) Young Professional-II Recruitment 2026

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research's Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CMFRI), Kochi has released a notification for 2 Young Professional-II positions under the project "Integrating Risk Assessments and Future Projections for Sustainable Coastal Resilience for BTR-3." One post needs a Statistics/Economics background and the other needs a Fisheries/Marine Science/Oceanography background, though both work on the same coastal resilience research covering field data collection, statistical analysis, and climate risk assessment for India's fishing communities. This is a great opportunity for postgraduates with hands-on data analysis skills in Python, R, SPSS, STATA, or QGIS to gain research experience with ICAR. Note: the total number of positions may vary depending on other project requirements at the time of interview.

Vacancy Details

Who Can Apply?

For Statistics/Economics Post:

• Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Statistics or Economics.
• Desirable: At least 1 year of experience in socio-economic research, climate risk and vulnerability assessment, socio-economic surveys, and statistical analysis. Hands-on experience with Python, R, SPSS, STATA, and dashboard development is a plus.

For Fisheries/Marine Science Post:

• Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Fisheries Science, Marine Science, or Oceanography.
• Desirable: At least 1 year of experience in climate data analysis and climate modelling/projection, with working knowledge of R, Python, and QGIS for spatial and climate data analysis.

Age Limit

• You should be between 21 and 45 years old, with relaxation as per rules for the Young Professional category.

Salary

• Selected candidates will get a consolidated emolument of Rs. 42,000 per month, as per ICAR guidelines.
• No TA/DA is paid for appearing at the interview.
• The post is purely on contract basis for one year from the date of joining, or till the project ends, whichever is earlier — it does not entitle you to any regular appointment at the institute.

Selection Process

The selection will be done in the following stage:

1. Interview: Shortlisted candidates are informed by email and must appear for an interview at ICAR-CMFRI, Kochi on 19 August 2026. Only candidates who receive an email intimation can appear, and you must carry a valid ID proof at the time of interview.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your bio-data along with scanned copies of all original supporting certificates, starting from matriculation onwards.
2. Fill in the declaration formats as per Annexure-I and Annexure-II, including any near/distant relative details if you have relatives working at ICAR/CMFRI.
3. Email all documents to mbemd.ira@gmail.com on or before the last date.
4. Wait for a shortlisting email — only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
5. Carry a valid ID proof, original certificates, and a No Objection Certificate from your current employer (if applicable) to the interview venue at ICAR-CMFRI, Kochi.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 31 July 2026
• Last Date to Send Bio-data: 13 August 2026
• Interview Date: 19 August 2026

• Collect field data related to fisheries and coastal livelihood systems
• Carry out statistical and economic analysis of socio-economic survey data
• Assess climate risk and vulnerability in coastal districts
• Process and analyze climate projection data using R, Python, or QGIS
• Prepare dashboards and reports summarizing research findings
• Travel along the Indian coast as required for project fieldwork
• Coordinate with the project team on data collection schedules