ICFRE IFB Junior Research Fellow Walk-in 2026

1. Junior Research Fellow (JRF) - 01 Post:
• Master's Degree in Agriculture / Microbiology / Life Sciences with specialization in Agricultural Microbiology, Plant Pathology, or equivalent from a recognized university.
• Must have qualified any National Eligibility Test (CSIR-UGC NET / LS, DBT-BET, ICAR-NET, GATE, or equivalent national level exams with valid validity dates).
• Desirable: Hands-on experience in microbial cultures, handling laboratory instruments, molecular biology protocols, and conducting pot and field experiments.
2. Laboratory Assistant (LA) - 01 Post:
• Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Microbiology or equivalent from a recognized university.
• Desirable: Prior working experience in microbiology or plant pathology laboratories.

Upper age limit is 28 years as on 01.06.2026. Age relaxations apply: Up to 5 years for SC/ST, Women, and Physically Handicapped (PwBD) candidates, and up to 3 years for OBC candidates upon production of valid category certificates.

1. Check your eligibility: Ensure you possess the required postgraduate degree with NET/GATE for JRF, or bachelor's degree in Agricultural Microbiology for Laboratory Assistant, within the 28-year age limit as on 01.06.2026.
2. Download and type or neatly fill out the prescribed application format (Annexure-1) given in the notification circular.
3. Assemble your documents: Carry the completed and signed application form, recent passport-size photograph, original degrees and mark sheets (Class 10th onwards), NET/GATE certificate (if applicable), caste/category certificate (if applicable), and self-attested copies of all testimonials.
4. Employed candidates must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer at the time of interview.
5. Report for the Walk-in Interview on 14.10.2026 at the ICFRE - Institute of Forest Biodiversity, Dulapally, Kompally (S.O.), Hyderabad – 500100, Telangana.