Overview
ICAR has released a recruitment notification for the post of Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (5 disciplines) and Young Professional-I (3 disciplines) (13 positions (8 for SRF / YP-II, 5 for YP-I) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- ICAR
- Qualification
- Post: Vacancies | Qualification | Pay 1. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Molecular breeding/ Genomics): 2 | Master’s degree in Genetics & Plant breeding/Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/related disciplines | SRF ₹37,000 + HRA / YP-II ₹42,000 2. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Biochemistry): 2 | Master’s degree in Biochemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Food Technology/Food Science and Nutrition | SRF ₹37,000 + HRA / YP-II ₹42,000 3. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Plant Biotechnology/ Molecular biology): 1 | Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Plant Biotechnology, or a related discipline | SRF ₹37,000 + HRA / YP-II ₹42,000 4. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Agricultural Extension): 1 | Post-Graduation in Agricultural Extension/Agricultural Economics/Agri Business Management from a recognized University | SRF ₹37,000 + HRA / YP-II ₹42,000 5. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Administration/ Project Management): 2 | Post-graduation degree in any discipline in agricultural Sciences/ agribusiness management, Business Administration, agricultural marketing from a recognized university | SRF ₹37,000 + HRA / YP-II ₹42,000 6. Young Professional-I (Molecular Breeding/Green House): 3 | Minimum of a 3-year undergraduate degree in agriculture or Horticulture | ₹30,000 7. Young Professional-I (Bio-Chemistry): 1 | Master’s degree in Biochemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Food Technology/Food Science and Nutriti…
- Vacancies
- 13 positions (8 for SRF / YP-II, 5 for YP-I)
Important Dates
| Walk-in Date | 18 November 2026 for Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II posts in Molecular breeding/Genomics, Biochemistry, Plant Biotechnology/Molecular biology and Agricultural Extension; 19 November 2026 for Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Administration/Project Management) and all three Young Professional-I posts |
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| 1. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Molecular breeding/ Genomics) | 2 |
| 2. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Biochemistry) | 2 |
| 3. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Plant Biotechnology/ Molecular biology) | 1 |
| 4. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Agricultural Extension) | 1 |
| 5. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Administration/ Project Management) | 2 |
| 6. Young Professional-I (Molecular Breeding/Green House) | 3 |
| 7. Young Professional-I (Bio-Chemistry) | 1 |
| 8. Young Professional-I (Seed Science & Technology) | 1 |
Important Links
- Official NotificationOpen Link
Eligibility
Post: Vacancies | Qualification | Pay 1. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Molecular breeding/ Genomics): 2 | Master’s degree in Genetics & Plant breeding/Biotechnology/Bioinformatics/related disciplines | SRF ₹37,000 + HRA / YP-II ₹42,000 2. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Biochemistry): 2 | Master’s degree in Biochemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Food Technology/Food Science and Nutrition | SRF ₹37,000 + HRA / YP-II ₹42,000 3. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Plant Biotechnology/ Molecular biology): 1 | Master’s degree in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Plant Biotechnology, or a related discipline | SRF ₹37,000 + HRA / YP-II ₹42,000 4. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Agricultural Extension): 1 | Post-Graduation in Agricultural Extension/Agricultural Economics/Agri Business Management from a recognized University | SRF ₹37,000 + HRA / YP-II ₹42,000 5. Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Administration/ Project Management): 2 | Post-graduation degree in any discipline in agricultural Sciences/ agribusiness management, Business Administration, agricultural marketing from a recognized university | SRF ₹37,000 + HRA / YP-II ₹42,000 6. Young Professional-I (Molecular Breeding/Green House): 3 | Minimum of a 3-year undergraduate degree in agriculture or Horticulture | ₹30,000 7. Young Professional-I (Bio-Chemistry): 1 | Master’s degree in Biochemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Food Technology/Food Science and Nutriti…
Age Limit
• Senior Research Fellow: maximum age is 35 years, with a relaxation of five years for SC/ST and women and three years for OBC. • Young Professionals: minimum age is 21 years and maximum age is 45 years, with relaxation as per GOI rules. The notice does not print a separate cut-off date for age. The Annexure-I form asks for the candidate’s age in years as on the date of interview.
Important Instructions
• The posts are purely temporary and on contractual basis till the expiry of the project. • No TA/DA or any other expenses will be paid for attending the interview. • If a candidate is found to have submitted false information or claims at any stage, the candidature will be summarily rejected or the appointment will be terminated. • Selected candidates shall not claim regular appointment or absorption in ICAR-IIMR, Hyderabad or the funding agency at the end of the project. • Canvassing in any form will lead to cancellation of candidature. • The selected candidate may have to join immediately. • IIMR reserves the right to alter, change or cancel the advertisement or recruitment without assigning any reason at any stage of the recruitment process. • Any dispute will be resolved within the jurisdiction of the Hyderabad, Telangana court only. • For further details, updates and modifications, the notice points to https://www.millets.res.in/. The letterhead lists phone 040-24599310 and fax 24599300.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for ICAR IIMR Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 13 Young Professional, Senior Research Fellow and More Posts?
Walk-in Date: 18 November 2026 for Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II posts in Molecular breeding/Genomics, Biochemistry, Plant Biotechnology/Molecular biology and Agricultural Extension; 19 November 2026 for Senior Research Fellow / Young Professional-II (Administration/Project Management) and all three Young Professional-I posts
What is the age limit?
• Senior Research Fellow: maximum age is 35 years, with a relaxation of five years for SC/ST and women and three years for OBC. • Young Professionals: minimum age is 21 years and maximum age is 45 years, with relaxation as per GOI rules. The notice does not print a separate cut-off date for age. The Annexure-I form asks for the candidate’s age in years as on the date of interview.