Plant Genetic Resources Research Job at ICAR-NBPGR, New Delhi – MSc. Agricultural Science Candidates Apply Now!
We are pleased to invite applications for the following posts in an ad hoc research project at NBPGR, New Delhi. Candidates have the option to choose either virtual mode or physical presence mode for the interview. Interested candidates are requested to send their applications along with self-attested documents in a single combined PDF to kpmbbsr@gmail.com on or before 07 May 2025.
About ICAR-NBPGR
The ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR) is a premier institute under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research. Headquartered in New Delhi, NBPGR is dedicated to the conservation and research of plant genetic resources crucial for food and environmental security. With cutting-edge technologies and a mission to preserve India’s rich agricultural diversity, NBPGR plays a pivotal role in global agricultural innovation and sustainable development.
Project Details:
Project: Pilot the solutions of chip-based technology for real-time and RFID passive monitoring of field genebank and agroforestry species for scaling up.
Funded by: ICRAF
Name of PI: K.P. Mohapatra
Project Period: Till 31st Dec 2025
Plant Genetic Resources Research Vacancy Details:
Position: Senior Research Fellow
Monthly Salary: Rs. 37,000/- per month + HRA (as
per ICAR norms)Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Plant Genetic Resources/ Agroforestry/ Forestry /Horticulture/ Plant
Breeding/ Soil Science/ Agronomy/ Agricultural Physics/ Environmental Science with a minimum of 4 years of Bachelor’s degree.
OR,
Postgraduate degree in basic sciences with a 3-year Bachelor’s degree, a 2-year Master’s degree, and 2 years of research experience, and NET/GATE qualification awarded by UGC/CSIR/ICAR /equivalent certificate through a national-level examination conducted by the Central Government Departments and their agencies and institutions.
Desirable: Working knowledge of PGR management, programming language, and App
development.
Age Limit: Upper age limit 35 years, age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/Women & 3 years for OBC, is applicable as per the Govt of India/ICAR Rules.
Terms and Conditions for Plant Genetic Resources Research Job
- Candidates are requested to ensure their eligibility like age, qualification etc. before
appearing for the interview. - Candidates having essential qualification will only be considered for interview.
- No TA/DA and official accommodation will be provided for appearing in the interview.
- The post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project, selected candidate has no right to claim for regularization or absorption whatsoever in ICAR/NBPGR.
- The decision of Director of the institute will be final and binding in all aspects.
- The Director reserves the right to terminate the contract of job as mentioned above, even before the completion of the project for which no appeal thereof shall be made.
- Candidates apply for the Plant Genetic Resources Research Job are required to send scanned pdf copy of all the relevant certificates/ mark
sheets etc., with an application with full bio-data affixing a passport size photograph on the top. The originals will be verified at the time of joining. - If any information of the candidate is found to be incorrect or concealing any facts,
his/her candidature to the interview/ selection to the post is liable to be cancelled at any
stage. - Emoluments may be paid as per satisfaction of the work by the PI and fund availability
by the funding agency. - In case of any disputes, it will be resolved in the jurisdiction of New Delhi only.
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