ICAR-NIPB Recruitment 2026: 2 Senior Research Fellow – Walk-In Interview @ nipb.res.in

Notice information

• Official Notification PDF ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Essential Qualification:Master's Degree in Plant Molecular Biology/Biotechnology/Biochemistry/Life Science/Bioinformatics/Basic Biological Science/Agriculture with a 4/5 years Bachelor's degree.Candidates with a 3-year Bachelor's and 2-year Master's degree (10+2+3+2) must possess NET/GATE qualification as per ICAR OM No. Agril/Edn./6/27/2014-HRD along with 2 years of research experience.
• Desirable Qualification: Research experience in plant molecular biology, gene cloning, construct development, plant transformation in rice, tissue culture, wet lab work, transgenic plants, genome editing in plants, knowledge about bioinformatics tools, and scientific writing.
• Age Limit: Upper age limit is 35 years for males and 40 years for females as of the last date of receipt of application.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Application Screening: Applications received via email will be screened for eligibility based on qualification criteria.
• Interview Call: Only shortlisted and eligible candidates will be called for the Walk-In Interview, tentatively scheduled in December 2026. The specific date and time will be communicated via email.
• Verification: Selected candidates must bring all original documents for verification during the interview.
• TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Application form in the prescribed format (All fields mandatory, including passport-size photo and category).
• Complete CV and self-attested scanned copies of documents in a single PDF file.
• Class 10th and 12th Mark Sheets and Pass Certificates.
• Graduation and Post-Graduation Mark Sheets/Transcripts and Degree Certificates.
• Experience Certificate and No-Objection Certificate (if currently employed).
• NET/GATE scorecard/certificate (if applicable).
• Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar, PAN, DL, Passport, Voter ID).
• Email the complete file to the official email address on or before 29 November 2026.

Is there an application fee for ICAR-NIPB SRF posts?

• The official notification does not specify any application fee for this recruitment.

What is the salary structure for the Senior Research Fellow?

• The selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly remuneration of Rs. 37,000 plus 30% House Rent Allowance (HRA).

Can I claim age relaxation?

• The notice does not list any specific age relaxation provisions beyond the standard upper age limits mentioned.