ICAR-NBPGR YP-I & Field Assistant Recruitment 2026

ICAR-NBPGR has released notification for 2 posts — Young Professional-I and Field Assistant — under a PPV&FRA-funded project on Field Gene Bank management. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, or Forestry (for YP-I) or Graduation in any discipline with 1 year field experience (for Field Assistant) can apply by email. Last date to apply is 19 April 2026. Salary ranges from Rs 25,000 to Rs 30,000 per month (consolidated).

ICAR-NBPGR Young Professional-I & Field Assistant Recruitment 2026 — 2 Posts

ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR), New Delhi, has invited applications for 2 temporary positions under the project titled "Establishment and Management of the Field Gene Bank (FGB) for Maintenance of Registered Plant Varieties", funded by PPV&FRA. The project runs from 2026 to 2028 under the supervision of Dr. K.P. Mohapatra. Selection is through screening and online interview — no written exam required. This is a good chance for fresh agriculture and horticulture graduates looking for hands-on research experience with India's premier plant genetic resources institute.

Vacancy Details

• Young Professional-I: 1 post (ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi)
• Field Assistant: 1 post (ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi)

Who Can Apply?

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

• Essential Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Agricultural and allied Sciences, Horticulture, Forestry, or Agroforestry from a recognized university.
• Desirable: Experience in characterization and field evaluation of tree germplasm.

For Field Assistant (Rs 25,000/month):

• Essential Qualification: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
• Experience: At least 1 year of experience in handling field experiments in agricultural sciences or field evaluation of germplasm.

Age Limit

• You should be between 21 and 45 years old.
• Age relaxation: Available for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates as per Government of India rules.

Salary

• Young Professional-I: Rs 30,000 per month (consolidated pay)
• Field Assistant: Rs 25,000 per month (consolidated pay)
• No HRA is admissible for either post.
• Emoluments depend on performance and availability of project funds.

Application Fee

• No application fee — apply directly via email at no cost.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection is done in 2 stages:

1. Screening of Applications: Applications received by email will be screened for eligibility. Only eligible candidates will be shortlisted.
2. Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview. Intimation will be sent via email and phone.

No TA/DA or accommodation will be provided for attending the interview.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your application along with scanned copies of all original documents (certificates, mark sheets, photo) in a single PDF file.
2. Send your application by email to K.Mohapatra@icar.org.in and kpmbbsr@gmail.com.
3. If you want to apply for both posts, send separate PDF files for each post.
4. Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of your email.
5. Make sure to send your email before 19 April 2026.

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply: 19 April 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced (shortlisted candidates will be informed by email)

• Assist in establishment and management of the Field Gene Bank for registered plant varieties
• Handle field operations including planting, maintenance, and documentation of tree germplasm
• Collect and record data on characterization and evaluation of plant genetic resources
• Prepare reports and maintain field records for the project
• Work closely with the Principal Investigator and research team on day-to-day project activities
• Monitor plant health and growth parameters in the field gene bank
• Assist in documentation and database management related to plant varieties