Division of Plant Physiology
Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the unreserved temporary posts of Research
Associate (RA), Senior Research Fellow (SRF), and Young Professional-II (YP-II) under ICAR-funded
Genome Editing Scheme. The advertisement for these posts will be published in Employment
News/Rozgar Samachar in the issue dated 24–30 October 2026 (Employment News No. 30/55).
Interested candidates may send their biodata with self attested scanned copies of degree certificates,
mark sheets of 10, 12, UG, PG and PhD. The last date for receipt of the Biodata is 11th November
2026. After screening the applications, only candidates with essential and desirable qualifications will
be called for interview.
The Interview date will be intimated to the shortlisted candidate by email. The
post is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project end date.
All candidates must fill the online forms https://forms.gle/fkohJ4DQj1RsspJE7
Project: ICAR- funded project entitled “Enhancing climate resilience and ensuring food security with
genome editing tools”
RA - (1
post)
Rs 61,000/- per
month + 30%
HRA (for
Master Degree
holders) & Rs
67,000/- per
month + 30%
HRA (for Ph.
D).
Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Molecular
Biology and Biotechnology, or a
relevant plant science discipline,
with thesis research focused
primarily on CRISPR cas9 mediated
gene editing, prime editing,
transgenic generation,
novel gene construct development,
and evaluation of transgenic lines.
Desirable qualifications: Agrobacterium
mediate genetic transformation in Soybean
/Mustard/ Pigeon pea, particle gun
mediated transformation of plants, RNA
mediated gene editing, Genome editing of
plants, molecular cloning,
Novel and efficient vector development,
Molecular analysis of transgenic plants,
Data interpretation and statistical analysis,
Scientific writing.
SRF (2
post)
Rs 37000
+30% HRA
per month
research
experience
Essential Qualifications: Master’s
degree in Molecular Biology and
Biotechnology,
Biotechnology, Plant Physiology,
Plant Biochemistry, or Life
Sciences, with a 4-year/5-year
bachelor’s degree (1st Division).
Candidates with a 3-year bachelor’s
degree in basic sciences and
a 2-year master’s degree must have
NET/GATE/ICAR-SRF (PhD
entrance) qualification and 2
years of research experience.
Agrobacterium mediate genetic
transformation, molecular cloning,
Molecular and physiological analysis of
transgenic plants, data Analysis, Research
paper writing
Candidates with a 5-year B.Tech. +
M.Tech. degree must have both
qualifications mentioned on the
degree.
OR
Ph.D. in any of the above disciplines
YP-II
(1
post)
Rs 42000/-
Consolidated
Essential Qualifications: Master’s
degree in Molecular Biology and
Biotechnology,
Biotechnology, Plant Physiology,
Plant Biochemistry, or Life
Sciences.
Agrobacterium mediate genetic
transformation, molecular cloning,
Molecular and physiological analysis of
transgenic plants
For more details please see ICAR OM No Edn./6/27/2014/HRD dated 13th July, 2015, OM No Agril. Edn.
6/27/2014-HRD 9th October, 2015 of the Council and OM SR/S9/Z-09/2018 of DST dated, 30th January 2019 for
eligibility.
• Age: RA and YP II: 40 years for men; 45 years for women. Relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, and PwD
candidates. SRF: 35 years for men; 40 years for women. Relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, and PwD
candidates asper GoI rules.
• No objection Certificate from the current employer is required, if working.
• Biodata as per the format given in Annexure 1 should be submitted along with attested copies of
10th, 12th, Under-graduation, post-graduation, Ph.D. and NET/GATE and other certificates
required. Affix an attested recent passport size photograph in the Biodata.
The biodata should
contain Academic qualifications starting from 10th Standard to the maximum qualification with %
marks obtained, distinction/medal if any. This is required for calculation of academic score. If the
candidates do not fill the marks and relevant attested certificates, the academic score will not be
awarded.
• Candidate should submit office orders for research experience, in addition to the certificate from the
PIs, wherever applicable.
• Candidate should bring project work report/thesis, testimonials/experience certificates, published
research papers, etc. to support their claim on experience.
• The above posts are purely temporary and will be filled on contractual basis for an initial
period of six months or project duration whichever is earlier. The tenure may be extended
based on the satisfactory performance of the incumbent. There is no provision of reengagement after termination of scheme. Selected candidate shall not claim for regular
appointment at this institute as the fellowship is co-terminus with respective scheme.
• If the performance of the SRF is non-satisfactory, he/she will be terminated from the post with onemonth notice.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Division of Plant Physiology
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