ICAR-IARI JRF Recruitment 2026

About This Job

ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) has released a notification for 2 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions in the Division of Genetics. These posts are under the Ignite Life Science Foundation funded project on "Pre-breeding for climate-resilient and disease-resistant wheat." You can earn a monthly fellowship of Rs. 37,000 to Rs. 53,340 (including HRA). The last date to apply is 25th April 2026, and the online interview is on 30th April 2026. You need a Master's degree in Genetics, Plant Breeding, Molecular Biology, or Biotechnology with a qualified NET/GATE score.

ICAR-IARI JRF Recruitment 2026 — 2 Posts

The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), popularly known as the Pusa Institute, is India's premier national institute for agricultural research, education, and extension. It operates under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), which falls under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. This recruitment is for a cutting-edge wheat breeding project that focuses on harnessing genes from Triticale x Wheat-derived rye chromatin to develop climate-resilient and disease-resistant wheat varieties.

Vacancy Breakdown

• Post 1 — Junior Research Fellow (JRF), IARI New Delhi: 1 vacancy. Based at the Division of Genetics, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi-110012.
• Post 2 — Junior Research Fellow (JRF), IARI Regional Station Shimla: 1 vacancy. Based at IARI Regional Station, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.

Who Can Apply?

Post 1 — JRF (IARI New Delhi)

• Essential: Master's degree in Genetics / Plant Breeding / Genetics & Plant Breeding / Molecular Biology / Biotechnology or a relevant life science discipline
• Bachelor's degree in any life science discipline
• You must have a minimum of 60% marks in postgraduation
• You must have qualified NET/GATE or any National Level examination conducted by Central Government Departments/Agencies/Institutions (DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, IARI, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER)

Post 2 — JRF (IARI Regional Station, Shimla)

• Essential qualification is the same as Post 1
• Must be NET/GATE qualified by Central Government Departments/Agencies (DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, IARI, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER)
• Desirable: Research experience in microscopy, Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH), and molecular marker assisted breeding

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years as on the date of interview (30th April 2026)
• Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Women candidates as per Government of India guidelines

Salary

• Post 1 (New Delhi) — 1st & 2nd year: Rs. 37,000/- per month + 27% HRA (total approximately Rs. 46,990/month)
• Post 1 (New Delhi) — 3rd year: Rs. 42,000/- per month + 27% HRA (total approximately Rs. 53,340/month)
• Post 2 (Shimla) — 1st & 2nd year: Rs. 37,000/- per month + 10% HRA (total approximately Rs. 40,700/month)
• Post 2 (Shimla) — 3rd year: Rs. 42,000/- per month + 10% HRA (total approximately Rs. 46,200/month)
• The posts are purely temporary and contractual for an initial period of 6 months, extendable based on performance

Application Fee

• No application fee is mentioned in the official notification

Selection Process

1. Screening of Applications: Only candidates meeting the essential qualifications will be shortlisted
2. Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview on 30th April 2026 at 10:00 AM
3. Document Verification: Selected candidates will need to produce original certificates at the time of joining

Note: There is no written exam for this recruitment. Selection is purely based on your qualifications, research experience, and interview performance.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the official notification PDF at iari.res.in
2. Fill in the application form in the prescribed format (available in the PDF)
3. Attach the following documents: copies of NET/GATE scorecard, certificates from matriculation onwards, date of birth certificate, degree certificates, and a recent passport-size photograph
4. If you are currently employed, attach a No Objection Certificate from your present employer and details of publications (if any)
5. Send your completed application along with a copy of your bio-data via email to: mniranjana2010@gmail.com and dpwalia66@gmail.com
6. The last date to send your application is 25th April 2026
7. Eligible candidates will be called for the online interview on 30th April 2026

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 9th April 2026
• Last Date to Apply (Email): 25th April 2026
• Online Interview Date: 30th April 2026 at 10:00 AM
• Interview Results: To be published on IARI website within 10 days after interview

• Assist in pre-breeding experiments for developing climate-resilient and disease-resistant wheat varieties
• Handle laboratory techniques related to molecular biology, cytogenetics, and plant breeding
• Prepare research samples and maintain records of experimental data and results
• Work on Triticale x Wheat-derived rye chromatin gene transfer and analysis
• Follow standard operating procedures for microscopy, FISH, and molecular marker assisted breeding
• Manage field trials and greenhouse experiments under the guidance of the Principal Investigator
• Prepare reports, research papers, and presentations on project findings