ICAR-IARI Young Professional-I Recruitment 2026

ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI), New Delhi is hiring 1 Young Professional-I (YP-1) on a contract basis under the Division of Nematology. If you have a B.Sc in Agricultural Sciences or Allied Sciences, you can attend a walk-in interview on 4 June 2026 at 9:30 AM. The salary is a consolidated Rs. 30,000 per month, and the project duration is one year.

ICAR-IARI Young Professional-I Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post (Division of Nematology)

ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI), New Delhi has released a notification (File No. ICAR/IARI/Nema/2026-27/83 dated 15-05-2026) for 1 Young Professional-I position under the contractual research project titled "Coordinated studies on the efficacy of oil-based Bio-Nematicide formulation against Root Knot Nematode (Meloidogyne spp.) in Tomato under in-vitro, pot and field conditions". The project is purely temporary and will end after one year — the post is co-terminus with the project. Selection is through a walk-in interview only — there is no written exam.

Who Can Apply?

Essential Qualification

• B.Sc in Agricultural Sciences from a recognised university — includes all Agricultural and Allied Sciences such as Crop Science, Horticultural Science, etc.

Desirable Qualifications (Preference will be given)

• Experience of working with vegetable crops, laboratory work, and use of microscopes — especially on plant-parasitic nematodes
• Working knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint, and statistical analysis

Other Requirements

• Age relaxation is given to Women, SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates as per Government norms.
• If you are currently employed, you must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your present employer.
• If any near or distant relative is employed at ICAR/IARI, you must declare it in writing with your application.

Salary

• You will get a consolidated salary of Rs. 30,000 per month as per ICAR Office Memorandum File No. Agril. Edu. (12)/2023-A&P (e-251411) dated 7.12.2023.
• This is a fixed consolidated emolument — no separate HRA, DA, or other allowances apply.
• You will be entitled to a maximum of 10 days per year of Casual Leave (CL) and Restricted Holiday (RH) combined — no regular leave is allowed.

Selection Process (Walk-In Interview)

1. Walk-In Interview: Eligible candidates must report to the Division of Nematology, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi on 4 June 2026 at 9:30 AM with all original documents.
2. Screening: A Screening Committee will review applications and shortlist candidates based on essential and desirable qualifications.
3. Document Verification: Selected candidates must produce all original documents and medical certificates at the time of joining.

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

How to Apply

1. Download the application form (Annexure-I) and declaration form (Annexure-II) from the ICAR-IARI website.
2. Fill in the application form with your educational, experience, and personal details.
3. Attach self-attested copies of all educational certificates, experience certificates, and identity proof.
4. Attach an NOC from your present employer (if currently employed) and a declaration about any relative working at ICAR/IARI.
5. Report to the Division of Nematology, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi-110012 on 4 June 2026 at 9:30 AM for the walk-in interview with the application and all original documents.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 15 May 2026
• Walk-In Interview Date: 4 June 2026, 9:30 AM onwards
• Project Duration: 1 year (post is co-terminus with the project)
• Reporting Venue: Division of Nematology, Lal Bahadur Shastri Building, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi-110012

• Assist in coordinated studies on oil-based bio-nematicide formulations against Root Knot Nematode (Meloidogyne spp.) in tomato
• Conduct in-vitro experiments, pot trials, and field trials on tomato crops
• Handle laboratory work on plant-parasitic nematodes using microscopes
• Maintain experimental records, observations, and statistical data of trials
• Prepare reports and presentations using MS Word, PowerPoint, and statistical software
• Support the Project Investigator in day-to-day research activities at the Division of Nematology
• Follow all administrative, financial, and disciplinary rules of ICAR-IARI