Career Opportunity: Walk-in Interviews for Young Professionals and Project Associate Roles
The ICAR-National Institute for Plant Biotechnology (ICAR-NIPB), a premier research institution under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), has invited applications from eligible candidates for a Walk-in Interview for temporary and contractual research positions. The institute aims to recruit skilled personnel for the posts of Young Professional-II (YP-II) and Project Associate-II to work on cutting-edge research projects at its Pusa Campus in New Delhi.
Total Vacancies Overview
A total of 03 positions are open for immediate engagement across two different research roles. Interested and highly motivated candidates with the requisite qualifications in agricultural, life sciences, and related disciplines are encouraged to appear for the interview on October 30, 2025.1
Detailed Position and Eligibility Information
The positions are temporary and contractual, initially offered for one year or until the termination of the project, subject to performance and fund availability.
Young Professional-II (YP-II)2
This role is suitable for candidates with a strong academic foundation looking to gain hands-on research experience at a National Institute.
Eligibility Criteria
- Number of Posts: 02
- Emoluments: A fixed, consolidated salary of Rs. 42,000/- per month.
- Age Limit: 21 to 45 years.
- Essential Qualification: Post Graduate degree in Agricultural Sciences or Life Sciences. Preference will be given to candidates with qualifications in Plant Sciences, Biotechnology, Botany, or related subjects.
Project Associate-II3
The Project Associate role requires a blend of academic expertise and significant prior R&D experience, offering a competitive, performance-linked pay structure.
Eligibility Criteria
- Number of Posts: 01
- Emoluments:
- Rs. 42,000/- + HRA for candidates selected through a National Eligibility Test (NET/GATE) or equivalent national selection process.
- Rs. 33,000/- + HRA for all other eligible candidates.
- Age Limit: Maximum 35 years.
- Essential Qualification: Four-year Bachelor’s degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences OR Master’s degree in Life, Natural, or Agricultural Sciences AND a minimum of two years of research and development (R&D) experience in academic, industrial, or scientific organizations.
- Desirable Qualification: Hands-on experience in molecular biology and tissue culture techniques, along with relevant scientific publications, will be given preference.
Total Vacancies at a Glance
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Emoluments (Monthly) | Age Limit (Maximum) |
| Young Professional-II (YP-II) | 02 | Rs. 42,000/- (Consolidated) | 45 Years |
| Project Associate-II | 01 | Rs. 33,000/- to Rs. 42,000/- + HRA (Depending on NET/GATE status) | 35 Years |
| TOTAL VACANCIES | 03 |
Walk-in Interview and Application Process
Candidates must strictly adhere to the following application and interview guidelines.
Key Application Instructions
- Pre-Submission (Mandatory): Candidates must first submit a single PDF file containing the prescribed Application Form (downloadable from the official website) along with self-attested copies of all supporting documents (certificates, mark sheets, experience proof, etc.) via email to the addresses specified in the official notification. This must be done before the interview date.
- Interview Attendance: All eligible candidates must attend the walk-in interview in person.
- Document Verification: Candidates are required to bring all their Original documents for verification.
- Hard Copies: They must also bring two hard copies of the duly filled application form and two sets of self-attested photocopies of all supporting documents.
Important Dates and Venue
| Event | Detail |
| Interview Date | Wednesday, October 30, 2025 |
| Reporting Time | 9:30 AM |
| Interview Commencement | 11:00 AM |
| Venue | Lal Bahadur Shastri Building (LBS), Pusa Campus, ICAR-National Institute for Plant Biotechnology (ICAR-NIPB), New Delhi – 110012 |
Note: No Traveling Allowance (TA) or Dearness Allowance (DA) will be paid for attending the interview. The posts are purely temporary, and the institute holds the right to modify or cancel the recruitment without prior notice. Candidates are advised to regularly check the ICAR-NIPB/IARI official websites for any updates.
Reference and Notification Links
- https://new.iari.res.in/announcements.html ↩︎
- https://new.iari.res.in/files/YP-II_15102025.pdf ↩︎
- https://new.iari.res.in/files/PA-II_15102025.pdf ↩︎
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