ICAR-IISS Young Professional Recruitment 2026

ICAR-IISS Bhopal is hiring 2 Young Professionals — one Young Professional-I and one Young Professional-II — for its ongoing agricultural research projects. If you have a graduate degree in Civil Engineering or a Master's degree in Remote Sensing, GIS, or a related field, you can attend the walk-in test/interview at the institute in Bhopal. The last walk-in date is 17 August 2026. Monthly pay is Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 42,000 depending on the post, and you must be between 21 and 45 years old.

ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil Science (ICAR-IISS) Young Professional Recruitment 2026 - 2 Posts

ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil Science (ICAR-IISS), Bhopal, under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, has invited candidates for 2 Young Professional positions vide File No. A-12024/5/2026-Admin-IISS dated 21 July 2026. One post is Young Professional-I for civil engineering-related work at the institute, and the other is Young Professional-II for the research project "Exploring the Potential of Machine Learning, Big Data Analytics and Remote Sensing for Soil Health Monitoring in Indian Agro-Ecosystems". Both posts are purely temporary and co-terminus with their respective projects — a good fit for early-career graduates and postgraduates looking to build research experience with ICAR.

ICAR-IISS is one of India's leading institutes for soil science research, working on soil health, fertility management, and sustainable agriculture practices across the country. Young Professionals hired under ICAR schemes get hands-on exposure to live research projects, working alongside scientists and Principal Investigators on real-world problems in Indian agriculture.

Vacancy Details

The Young Professional-II project applies machine learning and remote sensing tools to build population-level norms for soil health across different agro-ecological zones of India, supporting the government's broader push toward data-driven, precision agriculture. The Young Professional-I role, by contrast, supports the institute's own campus infrastructure and civil works, making it a practical entry point for civil engineering graduates who want government project experience.

Who Can Apply?

Young Professional-II (Rs. 42,000/month):

• You need a Master's degree in Remote Sensing and GIS, Geoinformatics, Agricultural Physics, Agricultural Engineering, Soil Science, Computer Application, Environmental Science, or Geography, or a related discipline, with expertise in remote sensing and GIS from a recognized university.
• Desirable: working knowledge of remote sensing, GIS analysis, Web GIS, and spatial database management.
• Desirable: proficiency in R and Python programming for geospatial data processing, raster and vector analysis, data visualization, and automation of analytical workflows.
• Added advantage: hands-on experience with Google Earth Engine, QGIS/ArcGIS, satellite data processing, Web GIS platforms, and agricultural or soil-related geospatial applications.

Young Professional-I (Rs. 30,000/month):

• You need a Graduate degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Desirable: 3 years of experience in civil-related work, quantity estimation and costing, quality control, or construction planning.

Age Limit

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

Salary

• Young Professional-II gets a fixed salary of Rs. 42,000 per month.
• Young Professional-I gets a consolidated salary of Rs. 30,000 per month.
• Both positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the termination of their respective project. The engagement is initially for 6 months to 1 year, with further extension depending on your performance and the project's continuation.
• Note: selection for these posts does not entitle you to any right of absorption or regularization at ICAR-IISS or any other ICAR institute, including ICAR Headquarters.

Important Notes

• These are contractual, project-based positions under ICAR schemes, not regular government jobs. The engagement ends automatically when the project concludes or funding ends.
• You will work as part of a research team under the guidance of the project's Principal Investigator, gaining direct exposure to fieldwork, data analysis, and scientific reporting used in national agricultural research programmes.
• Since the interview and test happen on the same day, come prepared with your documents rather than expecting a separate call-back round.

Selection Process

Selection is through a walk-in test and interview — no separate application form or fee is required:

1. Walk-in Written Test: Held on the same day as the interview at the institute.
2. Interview: Conducted right after the test to assess your suitability for the project.

How to Apply

1. Report directly to ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil Science, Nabibagh, Berasia Road, Bhopal (about 6 km from Bhopal main railway station) on your post's scheduled date.
2. Carry your original educational certificates, mark sheets, and experience proof for verification.
3. Appear for the walk-in written test and interview at 10:00 AM.
4. There is no separate registration or online form — you can walk in directly with your documents.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 21 July 2026
• Walk-in Test/Interview - Young Professional-II: 3 August 2026, 10:00 AM
• Walk-in Test/Interview - Young Professional-I: 17 August 2026, 10:00 AM

• Process and analyse remote sensing and GIS data for soil health monitoring (Young Professional-II)
• Apply machine learning and big data analytics techniques to agricultural and soil datasets
• Support civil works planning, quantity estimation, and costing for institute infrastructure projects (Young Professional-I)
• Assist with quality control and construction planning activities on site
• Prepare technical reports and documentation for the assigned research project
• Coordinate with the Principal Investigator and research team on project deliverables
• Maintain accurate records of data, field observations, and project progress