Candidates must possess one of the following:
- Ph.D. in Genetics and Plant Breeding from a recognized University/Institution.
- Master's degree in Genetics and Plant Breeding with 4/5 years of Bachelor's degree (first division or equivalent) AND at least 3 years of relevant teaching/research experience, evidenced by Fellowship/Associateship/Training/Other engagements, and one research paper published in a Science Citation Index (SCI)/NAAS rated (>4.0) Journal.
All relevant degrees must be completed in ICAR accredited Universities/Colleges only.