IARI Young Professional Recruitment 2026 Apply Online

Quick Highlights

• Organization: ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI), New Delhi
• Notice No: Not mentioned
• Post Name: Young Professional-I (YP-I) and Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
• Total Vacancies: 32 (01 SRF + 31 YP-I)
• Application Mode: Online (Google Form)
• Last Date: 13 May 2026

Important Dates

Application Fee

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Senior Research Fellow (SRF): M.Sc. (Agriculture) with specialisation in Agronomy.
• Young Professional-I (New Delhi — IT/Social Media Post): Bachelor's degree in B.Tech or BCA.
• Young Professional-I (UP, MP, Gujarat, Rajasthan — Field Posts): Bachelor's degree in B.Sc. Agriculture.

Age Limit

• Upper Age Limit: 40 years for all posts.
• Age relaxation as per Government of India norms for Women, SC, ST, OBC, and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) candidates.

Desirable Qualifications

For Senior Research Fellow (SRF)

• Experience of conducting field experiments (on-farm and on-station).
• Knowledge of soil and plant nutrient analysis.
• Proficiency in computer applications, statistical data analysis, and report writing.

For Young Professional-I (New Delhi — IT Post)

• Good working knowledge of MS Office, especially MS Excel.
• Familiarity with social media platforms — YouTube, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), LinkedIn.
• Ability to create and manage short video content.
• Fluency in English and Hindi; knowledge of regional/local languages is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of computer applications, statistical analysis, and report writing.

For Young Professional-I (Field Posts — UP, MP, Gujarat, Rajasthan)

• Practical experience of conducting on-farm trials and farmer's field experimentation.
• Knowledge of soil and plant nutrient analysis (Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium, etc.).
• Knowledge of computer applications, statistical data analysis, and report writing.
• Preference for candidates with proficiency in local language of the respective state/district.

Emoluments

Selection Process

• Applications received will be reviewed by a Screening Committee.
• Only shortlisted candidates meeting essential qualifications will be called for the Online Interview.
• Preference will be given to candidates possessing desirable qualifications.
• Online Interviews will be conducted from 18 to 21 May 2026 starting from 10:00 a.m. onward.
• Selected candidates must submit original documents and a medical certificate at the time of joining.

Terms and Conditions

• All posts are purely temporary and contractual. The posts are co-terminus with the project.
• YP-I positions are field-based. Candidates must be willing to work in rural areas and interact directly with farmers.
• Selected YP-I candidates will work under the supervision of the respective ATARI Director and KVK In-charge.
• All reports and project activities must be submitted to the Project Coordinator/PI at ICAR-IARI, New Delhi.
• No regular leave is entitled. CL and RH may be availed up to 10 days per year only.
• NOC from the current employer is mandatory if already employed.
• Candidates with relatives working in ICAR/IARI must declare their details in writing along with the application.
• Canvassing in any form or concealment of facts will lead to disqualification or termination.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected outright.
• The institute reserves the right to cancel any post or reject all candidates even after the interview.

How to Apply for IARI Young Professional Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official Google Form link: application form.
2. Fill in all the required personal, educational, and experience details carefully in the online form.
3. Prepare self-attested scanned copies of degree certificates, mark sheets of 10th, 12th, undergraduate, postgraduate, NET/GATE, publications, experience certificates, and other relevant documents.
4. Upload all self-attested scanned documents along with the completed application form.
5. If currently employed, attach a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your present employer.
6. Submit the completed application form on or before 13 May 2026.
7. Keep a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
8. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the online interview scheduled from 18 to 21 May 2026.

Official Source

Candidates can check the official notification on the official website of ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the last date to apply for IARI Young Professional Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the application form through the online link is 13 May 2026. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

Q2: How many vacancies are available under IARI YP-I and SRF Recruitment 2026?
A total of 32 contractual posts are available — 01 Senior Research Fellow (SRF) and 31 Young Professional-I (YP-I). These posts are spread across New Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Rajasthan.

Q3: What is the educational qualification required for Young Professional-I (YP-I)?
For the New Delhi IT/Social Media post, candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in B.Tech or BCA. For field-based YP-I posts in UP, MP, Gujarat, and Rajasthan, candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in B.Sc. Agriculture.

Q4: What is the monthly salary for IARI Young Professional-I and SRF posts?
Young Professional-I will receive a fixed salary of Rs. 30,000/- per month. Senior Research Fellow will receive Rs. 37,000/- per month along with HRA as applicable.

Q5: What is the selection process for IARI SRF and YP-I Recruitment 2026?
The selection process involves a Screening Committee review of all applications, followed by an Online Interview for shortlisted candidates. Interviews will be conducted from 18 to 21 May 2026 starting at 10:00 a.m.