ICAR-IARI WALK-IN-INTERVIEW 2026 – Junior Research Fellow (JRF) & Laboratory Assistant Posts
02 Posts | New Delhi | Division of Plant Pathology, ICAR–Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI)
Notification Date: 05.06.2026
Corrigendum Date: 10.06.2026
The Division of Plant Pathology, ICAR–Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, has invited applications for a Walk-in-Interview for the recruitment of 01 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) and 01 Laboratory Assistant / Field Worker under the DBT-funded project titled "Unravelling the genetic and toxigenic profile of aflatoxigenic Aspergillus species associated with maize in India and its management through non-toxigenic Aspergilli". The positions are purely temporary and contractual.
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About ICAR-IARI
The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), popularly known as Pusa Institute, is India's premier agricultural research institution functioning under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India.
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Vacancy Details
- Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – 01 Post
- Laboratory Assistant / Field Worker – 01 Post
Project Type: DBT Funded Research Project
Work Location: Division of Plant Pathology, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi
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Educational Qualification
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Master’s Degree in Plant Pathology / Microbiology / Molecular Biology / Biotechnology / any relevant discipline of Life Sciences with 4-year/5-year Bachelor's Degree.
- OR Candidates having Postgraduate Degree in Basic Sciences with 3-year Bachelor's Degree and 2-year Master's Degree should have NET/GATE qualification and 2 years of research experience.
- Basic plant pathological techniques.
- Screening for disease resistance.
- Molecular biology techniques.
- Handling Real-Time PCR instruments.
- Data analysis, interpretation and report writing.
- Graduate in Science (B.Sc.).
- Experience in Biological Sciences, Agriculture or related subjects.
- Basic laboratory maintenance and cleaning.
- Maintenance of plants in greenhouse conditions.
Salary & Benefits
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- ₹37,000 + 27% HRA per month for 1st & 2nd Year
- ₹42,000 + 27% HRA per month for 3rd Year
- ₹20,000 + 27% HRA per month
Age Limit
- JRF – Maximum 35 Years
- Laboratory Assistant / Field Worker – Maximum 50 Years
- Age Relaxation: 05 Years for SC/ST & Women Candidates
- Age Relaxation: 03 Years for OBC Candidates
Nature of Appointment
- The posts are purely temporary and contractual.
- Appointments are project-based and co-terminus with the project.
- No claim for regular appointment at ICAR-IARI shall be entertained.
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 05 June 2026
- Corrigendum Date: 10 June 2026
- Walk-in-Interview Date: 02 July 2026
- Reporting Time: 09:00 AM
- Candidates reporting after 10:00 AM will not be considered.
Interview Venue
Division of Plant Pathology
ICAR–Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI)
New Delhi – 110012
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Required Documents
- Duly Filled Application Form
- Two Passport Size Photographs
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- NET / GATE Certificate (if applicable)
- Experience Certificates
- Identity Proof
- One Set of Self-attested Copies of all Documents
- Original Documents for Verification
- NOC from Present Employer (if applicable)
Selection Process
- Walk-in-Interview
- Document Verification
- Assessment of Educational Qualifications
- Evaluation of Relevant Experience and Technical Skills
Important Instructions
- Only candidates meeting the essential qualifications will be interviewed.
- Candidates must bring original documents for verification.
- Candidates having relatives working in ICAR/IARI must submit the prescribed declaration.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- Incomplete applications may be rejected.
- The decision of the competent authority shall be final and binding.
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