🌱 Young Professional-II (YP-II) @ ICAR-IARI – DUS Testing of Cucurbits | ₹42,000 | Walk-in 18 Aug
Walk-in Interview for Young Professional-II (YP-II) – PPV&FRA Funded DUS Testing of Cucurbits
💰 ₹42,000/month (Consolidated) | 🎓 Master's in Vegetable Science/Horticulture/Genetics/Plant Breeding | 📍 New Delhi
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📋 Post Details
| Project Title | Position | No. of Posts | Emoluments |
|---|---|---|---|
| DUS testing of Cucurbits (Bottle gourd, Bitter gourd, Pumpkin and Cucumber) | Young Professional-II (YP-II) | 1 | ₹42,000 (Consolidated) |
🏢 Organization
ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute
Division of Vegetable Science, New Delhi – 110012
📆 Funding Agency
PPV&FRA (Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Authority)
📅 Age Limit
Maximum 45 years
Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST/Women, 3 years for OBC
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
✅ Essential Qualifications
- Post Graduate degree in relevant subjects
- OR Degree in Agricultural Science as per ICAR OM No. F.No.Agril.Edn.1-06/2020-A&P dated 04.12.2020
⭐ Desirable Qualifications
- Master's degree in Vegetable Science / Horticulture / Genetics / Plant Breeding / Genetics and Plant Breeding disciplines
- Experience on field-based characterization, evaluation and phenotyping of germplasm in cucurbitaceous/vegetable crops
- Knowledge in computer applications, data collection & handling, and statistical analysis
📅 Interview Schedule
| Date | 18 August 2026 |
|---|---|
| Reporting Time | 9:00 AM |
| Interview Time | 10:00 AM onwards |
| Venue | Division of Vegetable Science, ICAR-IARI, Pusa Campus, New Delhi – 110012 |
| Last Date for Email | 14 August 2026 |
📧 Note: Candidates must report by 9:00 AM for document verification. Only candidates with essential qualifications will be interviewed.
📝 Application Process
📧 Step 1: Send CV via Email
- Mail your complete CV as per the attached format giving full details of academic records and experience
- Attach self-attested photocopies of supporting documents
- Email to: duscucurbits@gmail.com
- Last Date for Email: 14 August 2026
📁 Step 2: Documents for Walk-in Interview
- Filled application form (as per format – Annexure-I)
- Original certificates from Matriculation onwards
- Date of Birth Certificate
- Degree Certificate (Original or Provisional)
- One set of self-attested photocopies of all required certificates
- Recent passport size photograph (self-attested)
- Proof of experience and publications
- NOC from current employer (if working)
- Declaration regarding relatives in ICAR/IARI (Annexure-II)
⚠️ Important Terms & Conditions
- Nature of Post: Purely temporary, time-bound and co-terminus with the project. Appointment will be yearly based on progress and fund availability.
- No Claim: Selected candidates shall not claim for regular appointments at the Institute as the position is co-terminus with the project.
- Relatives Declaration: Candidates with relatives in ICAR/IARI must declare in advance via email by 14 August 2026. If declared on the interview date, candidate will not be interviewed.
- NOC Required: Candidates in employment must submit NOC from employer; otherwise not considered.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Canvassing: Concealing of facts or canvassing shall lead to disqualification or termination.
📄 Application Format (Annexure-I)
1. Name of the Applicant (In Block Letters): ___________________________
2. Father/Husband's Name: ___________________________
3. Category: SC / ST / OBC / General
4. Date of Birth (DD/MM/YYYY): ___________________________
5. Age: ______ years ______ months
6. Gender: Male / Female
7(a). Present Address (with pincode): ___________________________
7(b). Permanent Address: ___________________________
8. E-mail: ___________________________
9A. Phone No.: ___________________________
9B. Phone no. of a family member: ___________________________
self-attested
Photograph
10. Details of Educational Qualification (in chronological order, starting from 10th Class):
| S.N. | Exam/Class/Degree/Diploma | Board/Institution/University | Year of Passing | Subject | % Marks/OGPA | Division |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ||||||
| 2 | ||||||
| 3 | ||||||
| 4 |
11. Details of Work Experience (if any):
| Name of the Post | Project Name & PI | From | To | Total period | Research techniques employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
12. Are you an employee elsewhere? Yes / No (If Yes, provide details and NOC from employer)
13. Names and contact of two references:
1. ___________________________
2. ___________________________
14. List of Research Papers and Additional Information (if any):
___________________________
15. Are you having Near/Distant Relative(s) working at ICAR/IARI? Yes / No (If Yes, must declare in Annexure-II)
DECLARATION
I do hereby declare that all the statements made in this application are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand and agree that in the event of any information being found false/incorrect/incomplete or ineligibility being detected at any time before or after interview/selection, my candidature/appointment may be cancelled or is liable to be rejected without any notice.
Date: ___________ Place: ___________
Signature
Full Name of the Candidate: ___________________________
📄 Declaration – Relatives in ICAR/IARI (Annexure-II)
DECLARATION
(To be submitted in advance by candidates whose relative(s) is an employee of ICAR/IARI; other candidates will furnish it at the time of interview)
I, ___________________________ (Name), declare that none of my near or distant relative(s) is an employee of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) / Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, India.
OR
I, ___________________________ (Name), declare that I am related to the following individual(s) employed in ICAR/IARI, New Delhi, whose name(s), designation, nature of duties and relationship with me is furnished below:
Name: ___________________________
Designation: ___________________________
Institute/Organization: ___________________________
Nature of duties: ___________________________
Relationship: ___________________________
In the event of the above cited information is found to be incorrect or concealing any facts, my candidature to the interview/selection to the post is liable to be cancelled.
Date: ___________ Place: ___________
Signature
Full Name of the Candidate: ___________________________