JRF Position at ICAR-NBPGR – Apply Now
ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR) invites applications for a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) position in a NECTAR-funded project. This is a walk-in interview opportunity for candidates with a postgraduate degree in Botany, Plant Genetic Resources, Life Sciences, Genetics & Plant Breeding, Seed Science & Technology, or Horticulture. If you have a passion for community seed systems, plant germplasm exploration, and farmer-centric research, apply now and contribute to agricultural sustainability in Northeast India.
Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – ICAR-NBPGR Recruitment 2025
Organization: ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR)
Location: Pusa Campus, New Delhi – 110012
Project Details:
- Funding Agency: NECTAR (DST-funded)
- Project Title: Strengthening Community-Based Seed Systems and Building Value Chain for Traditional Crops to Enhance Farmers’ Livelihoods in Northeast India
- Principal Investigator (PI): Dr. Praveen Kumar Singh
Position Details:
- Job Title: Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
- Number of Posts: One (01)
- Duration: Up to June 2027
- Salary: ₹31,000/- + HRA
Essential Qualifications:
Post Graduate Degree in Botany/ Plant Genetics Resources/ Life Sciences/ Genetics and Plant Breeding / Seed Science and Technology/ Horticulture
Candidates selected through a process described through any one of the following:
a. Qualified National Eligibility Test- CSIR-UGC NET including lectureship (Assistant Professorship) and GATE.
b. The Selection process through National level examinations conducted by Central Government Departments and their Agencies and Institutions such as DST, DBT, DAE, DOS, DRDO, MoE, ICAR, ICMR, IIT, IISc, IISER, NISER etc.
Desirable Qualifications for the JRF position at ICAR-NBPGR
Candidates with experience in community seed systems, plant germplasm exploration, and farmer-centric research in Northeast India will be preferred.
Age Limit:
- Maximum Age: 35 years as of the date of advertisement
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST/Female candidates: 5 years
- Differently Abled candidates: 10 years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates: 3 years
Application Deadline: February 23, 2025
How to Apply: Candidates must send a single PDF file containing their application form and scanned original documents via email to [email protected] before the deadline.
Interview Date: Tentatively scheduled for the 4th week of February or 1st week of March 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email and phone.
General Terms & Conditions:
- Candidates must verify their eligibility before applying.
- The position is temporary and co-terminus with the project.
- No TA/DA or accommodation will be provided for the interview.
- The selected candidate cannot claim regularization in ICAR/NBPGR.
- The Director of the Institute reserves the right to terminate the contract at any time.
- Any incorrect information in the application will lead to disqualification.
Download the application format here
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