IARI Recruitment 2026: The Indian Agricultural Research Institute has announced a notification for the Young Professional-II/Project Associate – I posts. There are two vacancies available for this job. Candidates with M.E/M.Tech/M.Sc qualifications can apply for these roles. Interested and eligible candidates can attend the Walk-in Interview on 18 & 25 March 2026. The detailed eligibility and selection process for IARI Jobs is given below. Candidates can also apply for IIT Madras Recruitment.

IARI Recruitment 2026 – Details:
IARI Recruitment 2026 for Young Professional-II:
| Job Role | Young Professional-II |
| Company Name | Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) |
| Job category | Govt Jobs |
| Qualification | M.Sc |
| Experience | Freshers/Experienced |
| Total Posts | 01 Posts |
| Salary | Rs. 42,000/- |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
| Walk-in Date | 18 March 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.iari.res.in/ |
IARI Careers – Detailed Eligibility:
Educational Qualifications:
Young Professional-II:
- At least M.Sc. (Soil Sciences); M.Sc. (Agronomy); M.Sc. (Environmental Sciences)
- Desirable: Good working knowledge on soil, water, plant sample preparation and analysis for various physico-chemical and micro-biological parameters alongwith data analysis through various statistical tools, excel and graphical presentation; Hands-on experience on AAS, Flame-photometer, UVVIS Spectro-photometer along with computers.
Duration: The selected candidate will be appointed initially for a period of one year, which may be extended further subject to the continuation of the project/scheme and the candidate’s satisfactory performance.
Age Limit: Maximum age is 45 years for the above mentioned post as on date of 01.01.2026
Age Relaxation: Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/ Physically Challenged/Ex-Serviceman/Women candidates as per Govt. of India Rules
Salary Details: Rs. 42,000/- (Consolidated)
Total Vacancy: 01 Post
Selection Process of IARI Careers:
- The selection process will be based on interview
- Only the candidates having essential qualifications shall be shortlisted for the interview
How to Apply for IARI Recruitment 2026?
Interested and eligible candidates can attend the Walk-in Interview on 18 March 2026 along with application form, resume, and self attested two sets copies of all certificates with originals.
For More Details & Application Form: Click here.
Venue Details:
Date & Time: 18 March 2026 from 9.00 am
Venue:
Committee Room,
Water Technology Centre,
ICAR- Indian Agricultural Research Institute,
New Delhi – 110012.
IARI Recruitment 2026 for Project Associate – I:
| Job Role | Project Associate – I |
| Company Name | Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) |
| Job category | Govt Jobs |
| Qualification | M.E/M.Tech/M.Sc |
| Experience | Experienced |
| Total Posts | 01 Posts |
| Salary | Rs. 25,000 – 31,000/- |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
| Walk-in date | 25 March 2026 |
| Official Website | https://www.iari.res.in/ |
IARI Careers – Detailed Eligibility:
Educational Qualifications:
Project Titles: Designing plant based smart proteins to mimic the properties of animal proteins ensuring widespread consumer adoption and satisfaction
Project Associate – I:
- M.Sc. or M.Tech (including Integrated M.Tech 4+2) in Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Plant Biochemistry/ Life Sciences/ Food Science or relevant discipline from a recognized university. NET/GATE not mandatory.
- Desirable: Experience in protein biochemistry, food biochemistry, molecular biology, extrusion/functional analysis, biochemical techniques (SDS-PAGE, FTIR, SEM, etc.).
Duration: The above posts are purely temporary and will be filled on contractual basis for an initial period of one year or project duration whichever is earlier, which may be extended on yearly basis after satisfactory performance of the incumbent till termination of the scheme
Age Limit: Maximum 35 years for Project Associate–I
Age Relaxation: Age relaxation of 3 years for OBC and 5 years for SC/ST/Women candidates as per Government of India rules
Salary Details:
- Rs. 31,000/- + HRA per month for candidates qualified through NET/GATE or any National Eligibility Test OR
- Rs. 25,000/- + HRA per month for candidates without NET/GATE/BET (as per DST/DBT OM No. DST/PCPM/Z06/2022 dated 26.06.2022)
Total Vacancy: 01 Post
Selection Process of IARI Careers:
- The selection process will be based on an interview
How to Apply for IARI Recruitment 2026?
Interested and eligible candidates can attend the Walk-in Interview on 25 March 2026.
For More Details & Application Form: Click here.
Venue Details:
Date & Time: 25 March 2026 from 09:30 A.M
Venue:
CAR-IARI,
Pusa Campus,
New Delhi – 110012
Documents to be carried:
- Bio-data as per the format given in Annexure–I should be submitted along with self-attested copies of certificates and mark sheets of 10th, 12th, Under-graduation
- Post-graduation (M.Sc./M.Tech) and any other relevant certificates (experience/NET/GATE/BET, if applicable)
- Candidates should affix a recent passport-size photograph on the bio-data
- The bio-data must clearly indicate academic qualifications starting from 10th Standard up to the highest qualification, with percentage/OGPA, distinctions/medals (if any), and relevant research experience