ICAR IARI Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026: ICAR Indian Agricultural Research Institute has released the official Senior Research Fellow Notification 2026 for 3 vacancies. Eligible candidates up to 35 years of age can attend the walk-in interview scheduled for 10 September 2026.
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ICAR IARI Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 overview
ICAR IARI Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 is open to candidates holding a Master’s degree in Genetics, Plant Breeding, Genetics and Plant Breeding or Biotechnology with the prescribed Bachelor’s degree qualification. Candidates with a three-year Bachelor’s degree must also possess UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET qualification or an equivalent qualification, or a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline as prescribed under ICAR guidelines. The ICAR IARI Senior Research Fellow Vacancy 2026 offers Rs. 37,000 plus HRA per month for the first and second years and Rs. 42,000 plus HRA per month for the third year.
ICAR IARI Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 notification details
The recruitment is for 3 Senior Research Fellow posts, with selection through a walk-in interview followed by document verification. The maximum age limit is 35 years, with relaxation of five years for SC/ST and women candidates and three years for OBC candidates. Candidates should carefully read the official notification, verify their eligibility and attend the interview with the required original documents and self-attested copies.
Direct Link to Download ICAR IARI Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF – www.iari.res.in
Steps to Apply Online for ICAR IARI Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026
- Read the official notification carefully and verify the prescribed educational qualification and age requirements.
- Complete the application form as prescribed in the notification, if required.
- Gather all original documents and one set of self-attested photocopies of the required certificates.
- Carry valid identity proof, educational certificates, category certificate and experience certificates, wherever applicable.
- Carry recent passport-size photographs as required.
- Report at the walk-in interview venue on 10 September 2026 at the reporting time specified in the official notification.
- Complete the registration and document verification formalities at the venue.
- Attend the walk-in interview and retain copies of the submitted documents for future reference.
Details mentioned in icar iari senior research fellow recruitment 2026
- Recruiting organization: ICAR Indian Agricultural Research Institute.
- Post name: Senior Research Fellow (SRF).
- Total vacancies: 3 posts.
- Application mode: Walk-in interview.
- Walk-in interview date: 10 September 2026.
- Maximum age: 35 years.
- Age relaxation: Five years for SC/ST and women candidates and three years for OBC candidates.
- Qualification: Master’s degree in Genetics, Plant Breeding, Genetics and Plant Breeding or Biotechnology with a four/five-year Bachelor’s degree.
- Candidates with a three-year Bachelor’s degree require UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET or equivalent qualification, or a relevant Ph.D., as prescribed under ICAR guidelines.
- Salary for first and second year: Rs. 37,000 plus HRA per month.
- Salary for third year: Rs. 42,000 plus HRA per month.
- Selection process: Walk-in interview and document verification.
- Candidates should carry original documents and one set of self-attested photocopies.
- Applicants should report well in advance to complete the registration formalities.




