Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at ICAR-IARI – BMGF Sponsored Research Project

Junior Research Fellow (JRF) Recruitment 2026 at ICAR-IARI – BMGF Sponsored Research Project

The Division of Plant Physiology, ICAR–Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi invites applications for 02 Junior Research Fellow (JRF) positions under a BMGF-sponsored research project. The positions are temporary and contractual, and selection will be conducted through a walk-in interview.

Position Overview

Project Title

“Physiological Analysis to Understand the Growth Promoting Effects of Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. israelensis in Rice”

The selected candidates will work on research related to plant physiology and the growth-promoting effects of Bacillus thuringiensis subsp. israelensis in rice.

Essential Qualifications

Candidates should possess a Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:

• Plant Physiology

• Agricultural Physics

• Environmental Sciences

• Agronomy

• Data Science

Candidates should also fulfil the applicable NET/GATE requirements, including qualifications such as:

• CSIR-NET

• UGC-NET

• ICAR-NET

• GATE

• ICAR-SRF (PhD Entrance), as applicable

Candidates with the prescribed four/five-year Bachelor’s degree requirements should fulfil the eligibility conditions specified in the official notification.

Relevant research experience may also be required in accordance with applicable ICAR/Government norms.

Desirable Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates having research experience in:

• Basic Plant Physiology

• Field Phenotyping

• Phenomics

• Experimental Design

• Data Analysis

Fellowship / Emoluments

The selected Junior Research Fellows will receive:

INR 37,000 per month + HRA

HRA will be provided as approved by the funding agency and according to applicable rules.

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 35 years

• OBC Candidates: Relaxation of 3 years

• SC/ST Candidates: Relaxation of 5 years

• Relaxation for women candidates will be applicable as per Government of India guidelines.

Documents Required

Candidates should submit their bio-data in the prescribed Annexure-I format along with attested copies of relevant documents, including:

• Class 10 certificate/mark sheet

• Class 12 certificate/mark sheet

• Undergraduate degree and mark sheets

• Postgraduate degree and mark sheets

• NET/GATE/other qualifying certificates

• Research experience certificates, if applicable

• Other relevant academic certificates

• Recent passport-size photograph

The bio-data should clearly mention academic qualifications and percentage of marks obtained from Class 10 onwards up to the highest qualification, including distinctions/medals, if any.

Candidates currently employed must provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their present employer.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should send a soft copy of the completed application form along with supporting certificates/documents by email.

Application Email:
recruitmentphysiology@gmail.com

Last Date for Submission:
5 September 2026

Candidates should ensure that all required academic and eligibility documents are submitted within the prescribed deadline.

Walk-in Interview

Candidates shortlisted/eligible as per the prescribed requirements should attend the interview with the required original documents and certificates as instructed by the institute.

Important Dates

Official Website

ICAR – Indian Agricultural Research Institute:
https://www.iari.res.in/

Candidates are advised to refer to the official ICAR-IARI notification for complete eligibility conditions, application format, document requirements, and interview instructions.

About ICAR-IARI

The ICAR–Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, is one of India’s premier institutions for agricultural research, education, and innovation under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. Its Division of Plant Physiology undertakes advanced research in plant growth, development, stress physiology, crop productivity, and related areas of agricultural science.

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