Contractual / Regular

ICAR IVRI Young Professional Walk-in 2026

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Sep. 30, 2026
Young Professional-II (YP-II)Young Professional-I (YP-I)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
02 Posts
Pay Scale
Rs. 30,000 - Rs. 42,000/- Per Month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
21 to 45 Years (as on 12.10.2026)

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 23, 2026

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Starts

Sep 23, 2026

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Deadline

Oct 12, 2026

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Exam Date

Oct 12, 2026

Application Window23 Sep – 12 Oct 2026
Exam / Test Date12 Oct 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Young Professional-II (YP-II): Master's degree in Microbiology / Biotechnology / Biomedical Science / Bioinformatics OR 4-year Professional Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural / Veterinary Science (B.V.Sc. & A.H.) / Animal Science / Allied Sciences. Desirable: M.V.Sc./M.Sc. in VPH/VPE/Microbiology with experience in microbial isolation, cell culture, and molecular assays.
Young Professional-I (YP-I): Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or Biomedical Science. Desirable: Experience in molecular epidemiology, handling large livestock, and infectious disease culture.
Note: Only candidates possessing provisional or final degree certificates are eligible to apply.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Minimum age 21 years and maximum age 45 years as on the date of interview/submission. Age relaxation admissible for SC, ST, OBC, Women, and PwD candidates as per Government of India / ICAR rules.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Document Verification & Registration

In-person Verification at Venue (Reporting from 09:30 AM to 10:00 AM on 12.10.2026)Qualifying Only

Walk-in Personal Interview

In-person Technical Interview before Selection Committee (10:00 AM onwards)Merit Scored

Selection will be based strictly on merit evaluated through a Walk-in Interview on 12 October 2026 at 10:00 AM in the Division of Veterinary Public Health, ICAR-IVRI, Izatnagar, Bareilly. The committee will evaluate academic qualifications, research aptitude in zoonotic pathogens, laboratory handling skills, and performance in the interview. Candidates reporting late will not be considered. No TA/DA is admissible.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Veterinary Public Health & One Health ConceptsDomain Technical CoreUnderstanding of major zoonoses (Brucellosis, Anthrax, Leptospirosis, Rabies, Salmonellosis), transmission dynamics across human-animal interfaces, and biosafety protocols.
Microbiological & Molecular Diagnostic AssaysLaboratory Technical ProficiencyCompetence in bacterial isolation, identification, cell culture handling, PCR, ELISA, gel electrophoresis, and antimicrobial resistance profiling.
Epidemiology & Field Sample CollectionField Research CompetencyHandling large and small animals, blood/serum/tissue collection, field outbreak surveillance, and epidemiological data management.
Academic Record & Bioinformatics / Computer SkillsAcademic & Analytical MeritUndergraduate/postgraduate academic consistency, data analysis using basic statistical and bioinformatics software, and interview viva presentation.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

The Young Professionals will join the Division of Veterinary Public Health (VPH) at ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Izatnagar, Bareilly, India's apex institute for veterinary and animal science research. The positions support the 'All India Network Project on One Health approach to Zoonotic Diseases (AINP-OH)'. Work involves screening field samples from livestock, wildlife, and humans for critical zoonotic pathogens, executing molecular diagnostics (PCR/qPCR), conducting bacterial isolation and serological assays (ELISA), maintaining bacterial repositories under biosafety regulations, and participating in epidemiological field surveys. Scholars work under the mentorship of senior ICAR scientists in a high-standard research environment.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Contractual engagement initially for one year or until completion/termination of the project, whichever is earlier. Extension is contingent upon project tenure and performance reviews under ICAR norms.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Purely temporary young professional engagement under ICAR OM dated 04.12.2020 with no provision for regularization, permanent absorption, or re-employment in ICAR-IVRI. Provides stellar research experience recognized for ICAR-ARS, CSIR/UGC-NET, and international Ph.D./Postdoc applications.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Advance Email Submission Advised: Candidates should email their completed bio-data (Annexure-I) and testimonials as a single PDF to [email protected] before appearing for the walk-in.
  • Strict Reporting Time: Walk-in interview begins at 10:00 AM on 12.10.2026. Late arrivals will be summarily disqualified.
  • Degree Mandate: Only applicants possessing provisional or final degree certificates are eligible; candidates awaiting final results cannot apply.
  • In-Service NOC: Candidates currently employed must present an original No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of interview.
  • Notice Period: Selected candidates can leave the assignment by giving at least one-month notice, and appointments can be terminated without notice for unsatisfactory performance.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • YP-II (Unreserved / Open)1
  • YP-I (Unreserved / Open)1
Total Vacancies02 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Fixed consolidated monthly emoluments: Young Professional-I: Rs. 30,000/- per month; Young Professional-II: Rs. 42,000/- per month as per revised ICAR norms.

Consolidated monthly emoluments: YP-II: Rs. 42,000/- per month; YP-I: Rs. 30,000/- per month as per ICAR OM dated 04.12.2020. Purely temporary contractual position for one year or till completion/termination of the AINP-OH project, whichever is earlier.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Verify academic eligibility: B.Sc./B.V.Sc./B.Tech for YP-I, and M.Sc./M.V.Sc./M.Tech or Professional Bachelor's degree for YP-II. Candidates must possess provisional or final degree certificates.
  2. Prepare a comprehensive Bio-data in the prescribed format (Annexure-I) affixing a recent passport-size photograph.
  3. Assemble original documents and self-attested photocopies of: 10th and 12th marksheets, graduation and post-graduation degree certificates and consolidated marksheets, proof of date of birth, caste certificate, experience certificates, and No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (if serving).
  4. Email scanned copies of the completed bio-data along with testimonials in a single PDF file in advance to [email protected].
  5. Appear for the Walk-in Interview on 12 October 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Division of Veterinary Public Health, ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Izatnagar – 243 122, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil (No application fee required).

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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The walk-in interview is scheduled for 12 October 2026 at 10:00 AM in the Division of Veterinary Public Health, ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar – 243 122, Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh.

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