ICAR-IARI Young Professional-II (YP-II) Recruitment 2026

ICAR-IARI is hiring 2 Young Professional-II (YP-II) posts under the ICAR-NASF funded project on agricultural extension and farmer linkages. If you have an M.Sc in Agricultural Extension, Agricultural Economics, Agronomy, Horticulture, Community Science (Extension), or Computer Application plus UGC / CSIR / ICAR NET, you can attend the walk-in interview on 8 June 2026 at the Division of Agricultural Extension, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi. The fixed monthly salary is Rs. 42,000. The last date to submit the application by email is 1 June 2026.

ICAR-IARI Young Professional-II Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts

The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI), New Delhi has announced a walk-in interview for 2 Young Professional-II (YP-II) posts under the ICAR (NASF) funded project "Strengthening Research-Extension-Farmer Linkages: Inclusive Evaluation and Strategic Solutions for Diverse Agro-Climatic Regions" (Project Code: 20-82). The posts are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. M.Sc qualified candidates with NET can apply by submitting the prescribed application form through email by 1 June 2026 and attend the walk-in interview on 8 June 2026 at 9:30 AM.

Who Can Apply?

Essential Qualification

• M.Sc in any one of the following: Agricultural Extension, Agricultural Economics, Agronomy, Horticulture, Community Science in Extension, or Computer Application
• UGC / CSIR / ICAR NET is mandatory

Desirable

• Experience in agricultural extension research, impact evaluation, and field-based data collection
• Proficiency in statistical tools such as SPSS, STATA, or R
• Strong communication skills and experience in stakeholder coordination (farmers, extension agencies, research institutions)
• Familiarity with diverse agro-climatic conditions

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 35 years for men and 40 years for women
• Age Relaxation: SC / ST / OBC candidates get relaxation as per Government of India / ICAR rules

Salary

• Monthly emoluments: Rs. 42,000 per month (fixed)
• The post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project
• YP-II candidates will be allowed CL and RH not exceeding 10 days in a year

Selection Process

Selection will be done through a walk-in interview:

1. Submission of Application: Send the prescribed application form by email to srext2011@gmail.com by 1 June 2026
2. Document Verification: On the day of the interview, between 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM
3. Walk-in Interview: 8 June 2026 at 9:30 AM at the Division of Agricultural Extension, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi

Candidates reporting after 10:30 AM will not be allowed for the interview. Only candidates meeting essential qualifications will be interviewed. No TA / DA will be paid for attending the interview.

How to Apply

1. Download the application format from the ICAR-IARI website at iari.res.in.
2. Fill in the application form (Annexure 1) with all educational and experience details.
3. Attach attested copies of certificates from 10th onwards, NET certificate, and experience proofs.
4. Affix a passport size photograph on the bio-data.
5. Email the signed application along with declaration to srext2011@gmail.com by 1 June 2026.
6. Carry original documents, project report or thesis, testimonials, and published papers to the walk-in interview on 8 June 2026 at Division of Agricultural Extension, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi-110012.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 30 April 2026
• Last Date to Submit Application by Email: 1 June 2026
• Walk-in Interview Date: 8 June 2026 at 9:30 AM
• Reporting Cut-off: 10:30 AM on 8 June 2026 (late reporting not allowed)
• Venue: Division of Agricultural Extension, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi-110012

• Conduct agricultural extension research under the NASF project on Research-Extension-Farmer Linkages
• Carry out impact evaluation studies across diverse agro-climatic regions
• Collect field-based data from farmers, extension agencies, and research institutions
• Analyse data using statistical tools such as SPSS, STATA, or R
• Coordinate with stakeholders including farmers, KVKs, and state extension agencies
• Prepare project reports, documentation, and research publications
• Assist principal investigators in strategic planning and evaluation activities
• Follow administrative, financial, and disciplinary regulations of ICAR-IARI