ICAR-IARI Young Professional I Recruitment 2026 has been announced for the engagement of eligible candidates for the position of Young Professional-I under the project titled Seed Production and Certification under STR component of AICRP on Seed (Crops). The position is available in the Division of Seed Science and Technology at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi. ICAR IARI Young Professional I Recruitment 2026 aims to appoint qualified candidates who possess relevant academic qualifications in agricultural sciences, engineering, or technology and who are capable of contributing to project-based research and field activities related to seed production and certification.
ICAR IARI Young Professional I Recruitment 2026 is purely project based and temporary in nature. The appointment will be co-terminus with the project and the selected candidate will not have any claim for regular appointment in the institute or the council. Under ICAR IARI Young Professional I Recruitment 2026, candidates will receive a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 30,000 per month. The selected candidate will work under the supervision of the project investigator and will assist in activities related to seed production, planting materials, and agricultural or horticultural laboratory work.
ICAR IARI Young Professional I Recruitment 2026 requires applicants to possess academic qualifications in relevant agricultural disciplines or engineering and technology fields. Candidates having working knowledge of computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and E-office systems may be considered desirable for the position. Additionally, hands-on experience related to seed handling, planting materials, or agricultural and horticultural laboratory work may also be beneficial for candidates applying under ICAR IARI Young Professional I Recruitment 2026.
The recruitment process for ICAR IARI Young Professional I Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through a walk-in interview. Only candidates who fulfill the essential eligibility requirements will be permitted to participate in the interview process. Applicants must ensure that they carry all necessary documents and certificates related to educational qualifications, experience, and identity verification at the time of the interview. ICAR IARI Young Professional I Recruitment 2026 specifies that candidates must meet the prescribed age criteria and other eligibility conditions at the time of interview.
ICAR IARI Young Professional I Recruitment 2026 also includes several terms and conditions related to appointment and continuation of service. The appointment will be reviewed periodically depending on the progress of the project and the performance of the selected candidate. The continuation of engagement will be subject to periodic review by the Principal Investigator. ICAR IARI Young Professional I Recruitment 2026 further states that the candidate’s services may be terminated by giving one month prior notice if required.
Candidates applying under ICAR IARI Young Professional I Recruitment 2026 must note that no travel allowance or daily allowance will be provided for attending the interview. Applicants are also required to disclose if any of their relatives are employed in ICAR or the Indian Agricultural Research Institute and provide necessary details in writing before the prescribed date. Failure to disclose such information may lead to disqualification from the interview process.
ICAR IARI Young Professional I Recruitment 2026 Recruitment Overview
Detail
Information
Organization
ICAR – Indian Agricultural Research Institute
Post Name
Young Professional I
Total Vacancies
One
Job Location
New Delhi
Application Mode
Walk-in Interview
Job Type
Temporary / Project Based
Important Dates
Event
Date
Walk-in Interview
12.03.2026 (11:00 AM)
Declaration regarding relatives employed in ICAR
05.03.2026
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Vacancies
Young Professional I
01
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Experience
Graduate in relevant subjects or Diploma holder in relevant Agricultural Sciences / Engineering / Technology
Not Mentioned in the Official Notification.
Age Limit
Minimum Age
Maximum Age
Age Relaxation
21 years
45 years
As per ICAR / Government guidelines for SC / ST / OBC / PWD / Women and other exempted categories
Pay Scale
Pay Level
Salary Range
Allowances
Not Mentioned in the Official Notification.
Rs. 30,000 per month (Consolidated)
Not Mentioned in the Official Notification.
Application Process
Step
Description
Step 1
Ensure eligibility for the Young Professional I post.
Step 2
Prepare application with required personal and educational details.
Step 3
Attach attested copies of mark sheets, certificates, and relevant documents.
Step 4
Carry original documents for verification during the interview.
Step 5
Attend the walk-in interview at the specified venue on the scheduled date and time.
Documents Required
Documents
Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
Proof of age
Identity proof
Experience certificates, if available
Relevant supporting documents
Important Instructions
The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
Selected candidates will not have any claim for regular appointment in the institute.
Salary is fixed and no additional government facilities or increments will be provided.
Only candidates possessing essential qualifications will be considered for interview.
No TA or DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Concealing facts or canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
Candidates must declare if any of their relatives are employed in ICAR or IARI.
The decision of the competent authority will be final.