ICAR IIMR Multi Post OMM FPO Recruitment 2026
ICAR-Indian Institute of Millets Research
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Vacancies
3
Salary
₹30,000 - ₹50,000
Job Type
Contract
Full time
Apply By
06 Oct 2026
About This Job
Apply for Research Manager and YP I posts at ICAR IIMR. Agriculture degrees eligible. Rs 30,000-50,000 monthly. Walk-in: 6 Oct 2026. millets.res.in.
ICAR IIMR Multi Post Recruitment 2026: Overview
ICAR-Indian Institute of Millets Research (IIMR) is hiring a Research Manager and Young Professional I for its OMM-FPO Incubation Project at Rajendranagar, Hyderabad. The project focuses on building capacity and strengthening the millet value chain for domestic and export markets. These are project contracts, so your engagement is tied to the project rather than a regular institute appointment.
Posts and Disciplines
- Research Manager: This role focuses on marketing, business, branding, processing and value addition. Report writing and correspondence are also part of the expertise named for the position.
- Young Professional I: This role belongs to the same millet project. Its profile is oriented towards agricultural extension, millet training and practical support for millet business activities.
Service Conditions and Caveats
- Contract period: The engagement runs until 31 March 2027. An extension depends on your performance and continued project funding, so you should not treat an extension as guaranteed.
- Project appointment: The posts remain temporary and contractual. You cannot claim a regular appointment or absorption into IIMR or the funding agency when the project ends.
- Joining: If selected, you may need to join immediately. Keep this condition in mind if you are currently working elsewhere.
- Travel costs: You must meet your own travel and other interview expenses. The institute will not pay travel or daily allowances for attending.
- Accuracy of information: False information or unsupported claims can lead to rejection of your candidature. If discovered after appointment, they can lead to termination.
- Recruitment decisions: The Principal Investigator or Director has the final decision. IIMR can change or cancel the recruitment at any stage without giving a reason.
- Conduct and disputes: Canvassing can cancel your candidature. Any dispute falls under the jurisdiction of courts in Hyderabad, Telangana.
Application Submission Notes
The walk-in is at ICAR-IIMR, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad 500030. Report by 10:15 AM; the notice allows a grace period of 15 minutes and says late applications will not be accepted. The interview begins at 10:30 AM.
Use the notice's Annexure I application and Annexure II declaration, and clearly identify the post and project you are applying for. Annexure II asks you to declare whether any relatives work at the institute and provides an alternative section for giving their details; choose the statement that accurately reflects your situation.
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Qualification
Research Manager: Post-graduation in Agronomy, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Agribusiness Management, Rural Management, Agricultural Extension or Agricultural Economics from a recognized university or institution with ICAR accreditation. Young...
Preferred Qualification
Research Manager: Ph.D. in the relevant subject. Young Professional I: MS Office proficiency supported by a diploma or certificate course.
Required Skills
Desirable for Research Manager: communication, coordination, documentation, millet business planning, project monitoring, impact assessment, processing, value addition, branding, marketing and market linkages. Desirable for Young Professional I: millet...
Age Limit
Up to 45 years (as on 06 Oct 2026)
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST and women - Research Manager: 5 years
- OBC - Research Manager: 3 years
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Salary & Compensation
Pay Scale
Research Manager: Rs. 50,000 per month. Young Professional I: Rs. 30,000 per month. Both amounts are consolidated and fixed.
Selection Process
- 1 Document Verification
- 2 Interview
How to Apply
Application Mode: Offline
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Required Documents:
- Completed and signed Annexure I application with photograph and bio-data
- Completed Annexure II declaration about relatives working at ICAR-IIMR
- Original date-of-birth, degree and experience certificates for checking
- Self-attested educational certificates and mark sheets from Class 10 onwards
- Certificates supporting essential and desirable qualifications and claimed experience
- Employer no-objection and experience certificates if employed
Frequently Asked Questions
You must attend the walk-in on 6 October 2026. Report by 10:15 AM; the notice permits a 15-minute grace period.
For Research Manager, you need post-graduation in Agronomy, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Agribusiness Management, Rural Management, Agricultural Extension or Agricultural Economics from a recognized institution with ICAR accreditation. For Young Professional I, you need B.Sc. (Agriculture) or post-graduation in Agriculture from a recognized university.
You can attend the walk-in at ICAR-IIMR, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad 500030 with the completed Annexure I and Annexure II forms, photograph, original certificates and self-attested copies. If employed, bring your employer certificates as the notice directs.
You receive fixed consolidated monthly pay of Rs. 50,000 as Research Manager or Rs. 30,000 as Young Professional I.
For Research Manager, the maximum age is 35 years, with relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and women and 3 years for OBC. For Young Professional I, you must be 21-45 years, with relaxation under Government of India rules. Your age is calculated on 6 October 2026.
Important Dates
Last Date to Apply
06 Oct 2026
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