ICAR-IARI Young Professional-I Recruitment 2026

ICAR-IARI is hiring 1 Young Professional-I (YP-I) at its Division of Seed Science and Technology in New Delhi. If you have a graduation degree in a relevant subject or a diploma in Agricultural Sciences, Engineering or Technology, you can apply. This is a walk-in interview on 10 June 2026 at 10:00 AM. The salary is Rs. 30,000 per month (fixed, consolidated).

ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI) Young Professional-I Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI), New Delhi has invited applications for 1 Young Professional-I (YP-I) post under the All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Seed (Crops) - Seed Pathology (STR component) led by Dr. Atul Kumar. There is no written exam — selection is done directly through a walk-in interview. This is a great opening for fresh graduates and diploma holders who want hands-on research experience in seed pathology.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification (Essential)

• You must have a graduation degree in a relevant subject, OR
• A diploma in relevant Agricultural Sciences, Engineering or Technology.

Preferred (Desirable)

• Working knowledge of computer and MS Office
• Hands-on experience of working in a seed pathology laboratory

If you are currently employed somewhere, you will need to bring a No Objection Certificate (NOC) and experience certificate from your employer.

Age Limit

• You should be between 21 and 45 years old as on the date of interview (10 June 2026).
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Women and other reserved categories get age relaxation as per ICAR / Government of India rules.

Salary

• You will get a fixed salary of Rs. 30,000 per month (consolidated).
• This is a fixed amount — there is no annual increment and no other government facilities with this post.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection is done directly through a walk-in interview:

1. Walk-in Interview: Attend the interview on 10 June 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Division of Seed Science and Technology, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi.
2. Document Verification: Only candidates with the essential qualification will be interviewed. Bring all original certificates plus one set of attested copies.

No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

How to Apply

1. Fill in the application form in the format given in the official notice (Annexure-I).
2. Attach attested copies of your mark sheets and certificates, plus two passport-size photographs.
3. Reach the venue at 9:30 AM on 10 June 2026 — reporting time. Candidates arriving after the set time will not be allowed.
4. Bring all original documents (date of birth proof, degree certificate, experience certificate) for verification.
5. You may also send a brief resume in advance by email to atulpathiari@gmail.com.
6. If you have a relative working in ICAR/IARI, declare it in writing (Annexure-II) and send it to the A.O., DSST, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi by 5 June 2026.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 19 May 2026
• Last Date for Relative Declaration (Annexure-II): 5 June 2026
• Walk-in Interview Date: 10 June 2026 (Reporting 9:30 AM, Interview 10:00 AM)

• Assist the Principal Investigator with day-to-day seed pathology research work
• Handle laboratory tasks under the AICRP on Seed (Crops) Pathology project
• Maintain accurate records of experiments and test results
• Prepare samples and conduct seed health tests as guided
• Enter and manage research data using computer and MS Office
• Support field and lab activities related to the project
• Follow institute rules and lab safety guidelines