Overview
ICAR Indian Institute of Groundnut Research has released a recruitment notification for the post of Young Professional I, Young Professional II, Lab Assistant, Field Assistant (9 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply email before 27-09-2026.
Key Details
- Organization
- ICAR Indian Institute of Groundnut Research
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication, Post-Graduation in Agricultural Sciences / Life Science
- Vacancies
- 9
- Posted
- 17 September 2026
- Last date to apply
- 27-09-2026
Important Dates
| Last Date | 27-09-2026 |
| Notification Date | 17 September 2026 |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| YP-I (Young Professional I) for News Reporting and Social Media Handling and Photography | 2 |
| YP-II (Young Professional II) for AICRP-Groundnut | 1 |
| YP-II (Young Professional II) (IT) | 1 |
| Lab Assistant | 2 |
| Field Assistant | 3 |
| Total | 9 |
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Vacancy Details
A total of 9 vacancies are available - 2 for YP-I (Young Professional I) for News Reporting and Social Media Handling and Photography, 1 for YP-II (Young Professional II) for AICRP-Groundnut, 1 for YP-II (Young Professional II) (IT), 2 for Lab Assistant and 3 for Field Assistant. Post Name: Total Posts YP-I (Young Professional I) for News Reporting and Social Media Handling and Photography: 2 YP-II (Young Professional II) for AICRP-Groundnut: 1 YP-II (Young Professional II) (IT): 1 Lab Assistant: 2 Field Assistant: 3 Total: 9
Eligibility
• YP-I (Young Professional I) for News Reporting and Social Media Handling and Photography: Bachelor's degree in journalism and mass communication. • YP-II (Young Professional II) for AICRP-Groundnut: Post-Graduation in Agricultural Sciences / Life Sciences from a recognized university. • YP-II (Young Professional II) (IT): Graduate with at least 60% marks in Computer Application / Information Technology / Computer Science / Artificial Intelligence / Operating System / Software Engineering / Computer Graphics with one-year experience OR Masters in Computer Application/ Information Technology / Computer Science / Artificial Intelligence / Operating Systems / Software Engineering / Computer Graphics. • Lab Assistant: Graduate degree in Agriculture/Microbiology/Life Sciences. • Field Assistant: Graduate degree in Agriculture OR Diploma in Agriculture with two years of experience.
Age Limit
• Minimum Age: 21 years • Maximum Age: 45 years • Relaxation in upper age limit to SC/ST/OBC & Divyang as per rules. To avoid any confusion regarding age eligibility, candidates can use our Age Calculator to calculate their exact age based on the prescribed cut-off date before applying.
Salary
Post Name: Salary YP-I (Young Professional I): Rs.30000/- per month (consolidated) YP-II (Young Professional II): Rs.42000/- per month (consolidated) Lab Assistant: Rs.27000/- + HRA Field Assistant: Rs.27000/- + HRA
Selection Process
• Shortlisting based on application • Online Interview
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for ICAR IIGR Various Posts Recruitment 2026 via email should follow the steps below. • Read the official notification carefully before applying. • Prepare your application with complete bio-data including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience. • Attach self-attested copies of all required documents such as educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and recent passport-size photographs. • Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email. • Send the complete application to the official email address mentioned in the notification. • Ensure the email is sent before the last date: 27-09-2026. • Keep a copy of the sent email for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for ICAR IIGR Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Young Professional, Lab Assistant and More Posts?
Last Date: 27-09-2026; Notification Date: 17 September 2026
What is the age limit?
Min: 21 years, Max: 45 years
What is the selection process?
• Shortlisting based on application • Online Interview