Qualifications and eligibility requirements for Young Professional positions under NMHYS (Okra) at ICAR-IARI:
• Young Professional-II (YP-II) [1 Post]: Master's / Post Graduate Degree in Horticulture (Vegetable Science), Genetics & Plant Breeding, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or allied disciplines of Agricultural Sciences from a recognized University. Desirable: Hands-on experience in vegetable breeding, molecular marker screening, and statistical data analysis (Consolidated salary: ₹42,000/- per month).
• Young Professional-I (YP-I) [1 Post]: Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Science (B.Sc. Agriculture / Horticulture) OR Diploma in Agricultural Sciences / Agricultural Engineering / Technology. Desirable: Computer skills and practical experience in okra crop management, emasculation, and pollination (Consolidated salary: ₹30,000/- per month).
• Age Limits: 21 to 45 years as on interview date (29.09.2026), relaxable by 5 years for SC/ST/Women and 3 years for OBC.
Email completed application (Annexure-I & II) to [email protected] by 21/09/2026 (5:30 PM) and attend walk-in interview on 29/09/2026 at ICAR-IARI, Pusa, New Delhi.
ICAR-IARI Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Young Professional I & II Posts (NMHYS Okra Project)
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
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Published
Aug 19, 2026
Starts
Aug 19, 2026
Deadline
Sep 21, 2026
Exam Date
Sep 29, 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
The age limit is 21 to 45 years as on the date of interview (29.09.2026).
• Relaxation of 5 years is admissible for SC/ST and Women candidates (up to 50 years), and 3 years for OBC candidates (up to 48 years) as per Government of India / ICAR guidelines.
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application Submission via Email to [email protected] with Annexures I & II by 21.09.2026 (05:30 PM)
Screening of Academic Degrees, Experience & Relative Declaration
Walk-In-Interview & Document Verification on 29.09.2026 at 10:00 AM (Reporting: 09:30 AM)
Final Recommendation & 1-Year Contractual Appointment under ICAR Norms
Selection will be conducted through email screening followed by a walk-in interview:
• Eligible candidates must email their complete CV in the prescribed format (Annexure-I and Annexure-II) along with self-attested copies of certificates to [email protected] on or before 21/09/2026 (5:30 PM).
• Candidates with relatives employed in ICAR/IARI must declare this in advance via email by 21/09/2026.
• Walk-in-interview will be held on 29/09/2026 at 10:00 AM onwards (Reporting: 09:30 AM) in the Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-IARI, Pusa, New Delhi – 110012.
• Bring original certificates from matriculation onwards for verification. No TA/DA is admissible.
Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Merit in Relevant Degree (M.Sc./B.Sc. in Horticulture / Plant Breeding / Agriculture) | ||
| Hands-on Experience in Vegetable Breeding, Emasculation, Pollination & Molecular Markers | ||
| Statistical Analysis Packages (OPSTAT/SAS/R), MS Office & Research Publications | ||
| Personal Interview Performance & Subject Knowledge in Vegetable Science |
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- Email Submission Deadline: Candidates must email their complete application form (Annexure-I and Annexure-II) with self-attested documents to [email protected] on or before 21.09.2026 (5:30 PM).
- Mandatory Relative Declaration: Candidates must declare in advance by email whether any near or distant relative is employed in ICAR/IARI by 21.09.2026; failure to declare or concealing relations will result in debarment from the interview.
- Reporting Time for Interview: Walk-in interview will take place on 29.09.2026 at 10:00 AM, with mandatory reporting and certificate verification at 09:30 AM at the Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-IARI, Pusa, New Delhi.
- Purely Temporary Nature: Engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the NMHYS project, with no claim for permanent absorption in ICAR/IARI.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Young Professional-II (YP-II - Okra Component)1
- Young Professional-I (YP-I - Okra Component)1
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Monthly consolidated remuneration as per ICAR norms:
• Young Professional-II: ₹42,000/- per month fixed.
• Young Professional-I: ₹30,000/- per month fixed.
No other allowances or HRA are payable.
Fixed monthly consolidated remuneration of ₹42,000/- for YP-II and ₹30,000/- for YP-I under ICAR revised guidelines. Contractual appointment for 1 year (extendable based on performance and funding).
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Application Procedure
- Interested and eligible candidates must email their complete CV, prepared as per the attached format (Annexure-I/Annexure-II), including full details of academic records and experience.
- Self-attested photocopies of all supporting documents (academic records from matriculation onwards, experience certificates, publications) must be attached.
- Applications should be sent to [email protected] on or before September 21, 2026 (5:30 PM).
- A Walk-in-Interview will be held on September 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM onwards in the Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR - Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Pusa, New Delhi - 110012.
- Candidates must bring all original certificates for verification during the interview.
- Candidates related to ICAR/IARI employees must declare this in writing beforehand.
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Nil. No application fee is charged.
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Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Application Submission via Email to [email protected] with Annexures I & II by 21.09.2026 (05:30 PM)
Screening of Academic Degrees, Experience & Relative Declaration
Walk-In-Interview & Document Verification on 29.09.2026 at 10:00 AM (Reporting: 09:30 AM)
Final Recommendation & 1-Year Contractual Appointment under ICAR Norms
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• Eligible candidates must email their complete CV in the prescribed format (Annexure-I and Annexure-II) along with self-attested copies of certificates to [email protected] on or before 21/09/2026 (5:30 PM).
• Candidates with relatives employed in ICAR/IARI must declare this in advance via email by 21/09/2026.
• Walk-in-interview will be held on 29/09/2026 at 10:00 AM onwards (Reporting: 09:30 AM) in the Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-IARI, Pusa, New Delhi – 110012.
• Bring original certificates from matriculation onwards for verification. No TA/DA is admissible.
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ICAR-IARI New Delhi has invited applications for 1 post of Young Professional-II (YP-II) and 1 post of Young Professional-I (YP-I) under the National Mission on High Yielding Seeds (NMHYS) in Okra.
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