ICAR-CIFE Young Professional-II Recruitment 2026

ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (ICAR-CIFE) is hiring 1 Young Professional-II (YP-II) for its project on the National Surveillance Programme for Aquatic Animal Diseases – Phase II at Mumbai. If you have an M.F.Sc. in Fisheries Science or a Master's degree in Zoology, Life Sciences or Marine Biology, you can apply by email. The last date to submit your application is 26 August 2026, and shortlisted candidates will attend a hybrid interview on 31 August 2026. The post pays a consolidated salary of Rs. 42,000 per month.

ICAR-CIFE Young Professional-II Recruitment 2026

ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai, is a premier national institute under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) that focuses on fisheries science education and research. This advertisement invites applications to fill 1 Young Professional-II post under its ongoing project studying aquatic animal disease surveillance across fish and shrimp farms. The selected candidate will support fish and shrimp health monitoring, including farm visits and PCR-based disease diagnosis, working closely with the project team at ICAR-CIFE. The appointment is purely contractual and will remain valid until 31 March 2027, or until the project ends, whichever comes earlier, and the position carries no claim to a regular appointment under ICAR. This is a good opportunity for fisheries science graduates who want hands-on research and field experience with a premier ICAR institute.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: Master of Fisheries Science (M.F.Sc.) in any discipline of Fisheries Science with a B.F.Sc. background, OR a Master's degree in Zoology, Life Sciences or Marine Biology.
• Desirable: Work experience in Fish Health or Biotechnology, with technical knowledge of PCR-based diagnostic techniques.
• Nature of Work: The role involves field visits, sample collection and processing, PCR-based pathogen testing, and reporting — so candidates comfortable with both lab and field work are best suited.

Age Limit

• You should be between 21 and 45 years old to apply for this post.

Salary

• You will get a consolidated salary of Rs. 42,000 per month for this contractual position.

Selection Process

Selection for this post is done in a single stage:

1. Interview (Hybrid Mode): Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed at ICAR-CIFE, Mumbai on 31 August 2026 at 11 AM. You can attend in person or online if you prefer — the link will be shared with shortlisted candidates in due course.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the interview, so make sure your application clearly highlights your qualification, any relevant experience, and desirable skills like PCR-based diagnostic knowledge.

How to Apply

1. Download and fill in the application form (Annexure I) with your personal, educational and work experience details.
2. Attach self-attested copies of your testimonials and degree certificates.
3. Email your completed application to gayatrit@cife.edu.in.
4. Make sure your application reaches before the last date — only shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 11 August 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 26 August 2026
• Interview Date: 31 August 2026 (Hybrid Mode)

• Visit fish and shrimp farms for sample collection
• Collect fish and shrimp samples for disease surveillance
• Process samples and run PCR-based tests for pathogen screening
• Diagnose aquatic animal diseases based on test results
• Communicate test findings and health advice to farmers
• Prepare and submit detailed surveillance reports
• Maintain accurate records of samples and test data