The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI) is a premier national institute dedicated to agricultural research, education, and extension. This recruitment is specifically for a project within its Division of Plant Pathology, focusing on the "National Certification System for Tissue Culture Raised Plants (NCS-TCP)".
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Indian Agricultural Research Institute
PermanentJul. 18, 2026
Senior Project Associate
Important Dates
Published
Jul. 18, 2026
2
Starts
Jul. 18, 2026
3
Deadline
Jul. 25, 2025
4
Exam Date
Jul. 28, 2026
About Indian Agricultural Research Institute
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Senior Project Associate
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Essential Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Biotechnology/ Virology / Plant Pathology OR Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology from a recognized University or equivalent; AND
- Four years experience in Research and Development in industrial and Academic Institutions or Sciences and Technology Organizations and Scientific activities and services; OR
- Doctoral degree in Biotechnology/ Virology / Plant Pathology / Engineering and Technology from a recognized University or equivalent.
- Research experience in molecular diagnostics of viruses and virus-like agents.
- Hands-on expertise in PCR / RT-PCR / qPCR / DAS / DAC ELISA.
- Ability to independently perform diagnostics and virome analysis of crops covered under NCS-TCP.
- Good knowledge of SOPs preparation, database management.
- Good publications in SCI journal.
- NET qualified candidates would be preferred.
Age Limit Details
The maximum age limit is 40 years. Upper age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India (GoI)/DBT/ICAR norms:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PWD: 10 years
- Other eligible categories as per GoI/DBT/ICAR norms.
Salary & Pay Scale
The position offers a fixed emolument of Rs. 42,000/- per month plus HRA.
Vacancy Breakdown (Category-wise)
- Unreserved01
Total Vacancies1 Vacancy
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must follow a two-step application process:
- Email Application (by 25th July 2025): Candidates should send their duly filled application in the prescribed format (downloadable from the scrolling link, not provided here) along with scanned copies of all documents and a single merged PDF file of their CV to [email protected].
- Walk-In-Interview (on 28th July 2026 at 09:30 AM): Applicants are required to appear for a walk-in-interview at the Division of Plant Pathology, ICAR- Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi. They must bring hard copies of the duly filled application form, one passport size photograph, one set of self-attested photocopies of certificates/mark-sheets/experience proof, and all original documents for verification. Late arrivals after 09:30 AM will be considered absent.
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