ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR), New Delhi has released a notification for the recruitment of Project Associate-I and Project Assistant vacancies under a DBT funded project. Eligible candidates can submit their applications along with scanned copies of original documents via email on or before 05 October 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a Physical/Online interview scheduled for 12 October 2026.
Important Dates
| Last Date for Receipt of Application (Via Email) | 05 October 2026 |
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| Interview Date (Physical / Online) | 12 October 2026 |
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| Interview Venue | Committee Room, Division of Germplasm Evaluation, ICAR-NBPGR Old Building Campus, New Delhi |
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Application Fee
- There is no application fee required to apply for this walk-in interview.
Age Limit (as on Notification Date)
| Maximum Age Limit for Project Associate-I | 35 Years |
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| Maximum Age Limit for Project Assistant | 50 Years |
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| Age relaxation of 5 years for Women/SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwD applies as per GOI/ICAR rules. |
Salary / Stipend
| Project Associate-I | ₹ 31,000/- + 27% HRA (with NET/GATE) OR ₹ 25,000/- + HRA (without NET/GATE) |
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| Project Assistant | ₹ 20,000/- + 27% HRA |
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ICAR NBPGR Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Posts | Educational Eligibility Criteria |
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| Project Associate-I | 03 | Essential: Post Graduate degree in Life Sciences / Biochemistry / Chemistry / Food chemistry / Bioinformatics / Biotechnology / Agricultural Sciences / Agronomy / Genetics and Plant Breeding. Desirable: Experience in computational analysis/NGS data (Python, R, Perl in Linux/UNIX), phenotyping, crop management, statistical analysis, analytical food chemistry, and publications. |
| Project Assistant | 02 | Essential: B.Sc. in Agriculture/ Life Sciences OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering & Technology / Computer / Information technology. Desirable: Working experience in field experiment, data recording in germplasm collections for phenotyping, crop management & statistical analysis. Proficiency in MS Office. |
| Total Vacancy | 05 Posts | Contractual Project Valid till 31/03/2028 |
How to Apply for ICAR NBPGR Project Assistant & Associate 2026
- Candidates must download the prescribed application format (Annexure-I) and declaration form (Annexure-II) from the official notification.
- Fill in all the required personal, educational, and experience details in block letters clearly.
- Attach self-attested scanned copies of original documents (10th, 12th, Graduation, Post-Graduation, Experience certificates, Aadhar Card, Category certificate if applicable).
- Combine the filled application form and all supporting documents into a single PDF file.
- Email the application to [email protected] with a copy (CC) to [email protected] on or before 05 October 2026.
- After screening, eligible candidates will be informed about the specific details of the Physical/Online interview via email or phone.
- Original documents of the candidates appearing will be verified at a later stage during the interview process.
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
