ICAR-IARI Recruitment 2026
Division of Plant Pathology, New Delhi
Clean Plant Programme - IARI (CPP-IARI) Project
Contractual Positions - Research Associate, Young Professional & Lab Assistant
⏰ Application Deadline: 14 February 2026
📋 Job Overview
Organization
ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI)
Project Name
Clean Plant Programme - IARI (CPP-IARI)
Total Vacancies
8 Positions RA: 2 YP-II: 4 Lab Assistant: 2
Job Nature
Temporary & Contractual (Co-terminus with project)
Location
New Delhi - 110012
Application Mode
Online via ADB Consultant Management System
🎯 Available Positions
Research Associate (RA) - Virome Analysis (01 Position)
Monthly Emoluments
₹67,000 + HRA (Ph.D.) / ₹61,000 + HRA (Master's)
Essential Qualifications
Option A: Ph.D. in Plant Pathology/Virology/Molecular Biology/Biotechnology/Bioinformatics or relevant life sciences
Option B: Master's degree in above disciplines with 1st division/60% marks + 3 years research experience + 1 research paper in SCI/NAAS (≥4.0) journal
Option B: Master's degree in above disciplines with 1st division/60% marks + 3 years research experience + 1 research paper in SCI/NAAS (≥4.0) journal
Desirable Experience
• Plant Virology/Virus Diagnostics
• Molecular Biology & Biotechnology
• Bioinformatics (Ubuntu Linux, CLC Genomics, OmicsBox)
• HTS data analysis & virome analysis
• Scientific writing & publications in high-impact journals
• Molecular Biology & Biotechnology
• Bioinformatics (Ubuntu Linux, CLC Genomics, OmicsBox)
• HTS data analysis & virome analysis
• Scientific writing & publications in high-impact journals
Preference Criteria
Candidates with ≥2 research papers on virome/HTS analysis/bioinformatics in peer-reviewed high-impact journals
Young Professional-II (YP-II) (04 Positions)
Monthly Emoluments
Consolidated salary as per ICAR guidelines
Essential Qualifications
M.Sc. in Plant Pathology/Virology/Molecular Biology/Biotechnology/Bioinformatics or relevant life sciences
Desirable Experience
• Research experience in Plant Virology/Virus Diagnostics
• Molecular Biology & Biotechnology
• Computer & bioinformatics skills
• NGS data analysis
• Molecular Biology & Biotechnology
• Computer & bioinformatics skills
• NGS data analysis
Lab Assistant (02 Positions)
Monthly Emoluments
Consolidated salary as per ICAR guidelines
Essential Qualifications
1. Graduate degree in any discipline from recognized university
2. Minimum one year experience in research laboratory dealing with plants
3. Knowledge of plant maintenance under experimental conditions
4. Computer skills & research data recording/maintenance
2. Minimum one year experience in research laboratory dealing with plants
3. Knowledge of plant maintenance under experimental conditions
4. Computer skills & research data recording/maintenance
Desirable Skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, MS Excel
• Research data maintenance and analysis
• Plant growth media preparation
• Laboratory media preparation & autoclaving
• Lab maintenance
• Research data maintenance and analysis
• Plant growth media preparation
• Laboratory media preparation & autoclaving
• Lab maintenance
📝 How to Apply
Important Note
Applications must be submitted ONLY through the ADB Consultant Management System portal. Applications received through any other mode will not be entertained.
- Visit the ADB Consultant Management System: https://cms.adb.org
- Use the "EXPRESS INTEREST" tab for the specific position
- Submit CV in the prescribed format (Annexure-I)
- Upload self-attested copies of certificates/mark sheets/experience proofs
- Complete the application process before the deadline
📅 Important Information
| Event | Date/Details |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | Immediately (02 February 2026) |
| Application Deadline | 14 February 2026 |
| Selection Process | Based on qualifications, experience, and interview |
| Job Type | Purely contractual, temporary, non-regular |
NET Exemption Criteria
Candidates are exempted from NET requirement if they fall under any of these categories:
- Ph.D. degree holders
- Professional Master's degree holders
- Master's degree holders with integrated degrees (B.Tech. & M.Tech. - 5 years)
- Candidates qualified in national level exams (BET/DAE-JEST/JGEEBILS/NBHM/ICMR/ICAR/DoP-GPAT etc.)
⚖️ Terms & Conditions
- Positions are temporary, contractual, and co-terminus with the project
- No claim for regular appointments at ICAR-IARI
- Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents for verification
- Employed candidates need No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer
- Candidates with relatives working at ICAR/IARI must declare it
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification
- ICAR-IARI reserves the right to cancel/modify vacancies without notice
- Jurisdiction for any dispute: New Delhi Courts only
🔗 Apply Now
Click on the respective links below to apply for each position:
Reference Documents
For Official Advertisement Reference:
ICAR Office Memorandum F. No. Agril. Edn. 06/27/2014-HRD (e-91506) dated 15.10.2024,
F. No. Ag. Edn. 6/27/2014-HRD dated 30th July, 2019 (For Research Associate) and
File No: Agril.Edn.0 1(12)/12023-A&P (e-251411) dated 07.12.2023 (For Young Professional)