About This Recruitment
The ICAR National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources is conducting a walk-in interview to fill two temporary positions: Research Associate III and Young Professional II. These roles are open to candidates with advanced degrees in science disciplines such as Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Genetics, or Plant Genetic Resources. The walk-in interview will take place on 23 October 2026. Selected candidates will work across India, contributing to important research projects at ICAR-NBPGR. Interested applicants must attend the interview on the specified date as there is no separate application process.
| Exam Name | Research Associate III, Young Professional II |
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| Pay Scale / Salary | ₹67,000 plus 27% HRA for RA-III and ₹42,000 for YP-II |
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Who Can Apply
You can apply if you hold a Ph.D. or a Master’s degree in relevant science fields like Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Genetics, or Plant Genetic Resources. For the Research Associate III post, candidates should be no older than 40 years, while the maximum age limit for the Young Professional II position is 45 years. These age limits are set to ensure suitable experience and energy levels for the demanding research tasks involved. There is no mention of age relaxation, so candidates must meet these criteria strictly.