Senior Research Fellow (Post Graduate, Graduate, NET) in Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) Recruitment 2019
Post Name
Senior Research Fellow (Post Graduate, Graduate, NET)
No of
Vacancies
Vacancies
01
Minimum
Salary
Salary
25000
Last
Date
Date
15/05/2019
Address
IARI, New Delhi, Delhi 110012
Qualification
Master's Degree in Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry/ Agricultural Chemistry and Soil Science/ Soil Science /Agricultural Chemistry /Environmental Sciences /Chemistry with 4 years / 5 years of Bachelor's degree. Candidates having post graduate degree in Basic Sciences with 3 years Bachelor's degree and 2 years Master's degree should have NET qualification.
Pay
Scale
Scale
Rs. 25000 + 30% HRA (As per ICAR memorandum F. No. Agri. Edn./6/27/201 4/HRD Dated 13.07.2015 and F. No. Agri. Edn./6/27/201 4/HRD Dated 09.10.2015)
Desirable
Qualifications
Qualifications
Knowledge of soil, water and plant analysis for micronutrients, metals and metalloids; and computer handling. Work experience on GIS softwares and mapping
How to
Apply For
IARI
vacancy :
Apply For
IARI
vacancy :
The interview of eligible candidates will be held on 15th May, 2019 at 10 AM in the Committee Room/Library of Division of SS&AC, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi 110012. Application Format: 1. Full Name (In Block letters) 2. Father’s Name 3. Date of Birth (DD/MM/YY) 4. Age as on date of interview 5. Address with pin code {a. Permanent address and b. For communication} 6. Telephone No. 7. E-mail Address 8. Sex 9. Marital status 10. Whether belongs to SC/ST/OBC/General 11. Details of Educational Qualification 12. Details of Experience 13. Details of Publications 14. No Objection Certificate from present employer 15. Additional Information 16. Self-declaration (Attached). *For more details, Please visit our website: www.iari.res.in
General
Instructions
Instructions
1. The emoluments of the SRF will be as per ICAR rule, and Rs. 13500/- fixed for Supporting Staff. 2. The above positions are purely temporary and will be filled on contractual basis. The posts are coterminus with the project, and will be offered initially for a period of one year or till termination of the project whichever is earlier and further extendable based on satisfactory performance for the remaining period of the project. 3. The candidate age should be minimum 18 years, maximum 35 years for SRF as on the closing date of the application, age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/Women & 3 years for OBC, is applicable as per Govt. of India/DST/ICAR Rules. 4. Selected candidates will not be entitled to claim for regular appointments/absorption either in this institute or in ICAR. Non‐maintenance of the discipline and failure to perform the assigned duties will make the SRF/RA liable for termination during the appointment period as per ICAR rules. 5. Candidates should bring their complete bio-data, duly self-attested certificates and mark sheets (From Class X onwards), experience certificate and no objection certificate from their current employer. Only the candidates having essential qualifications would be entertained for the interview. 6. The interview of eligible candidates will be held on 15th May, 2019 at 10.00 AM in the Committee Room/Library of the Division of SS&AC, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi, 110 012. 7. Candidates who are not able to produce their essential degree completion certificate as on the date of the interview will not be eligible to attend the interview. 8. Candidates whose near/distant relative(s) is an employee of the ICAR/IARI, has to declare it and communicate this office as per format given below. Such declaration must reach to the undersigned by post or through e-mail at mandira.ssaciari@gmail.com on or before 15th May, 2019. If communicated or declared on the date of interview, candidate will not be interviewed. Candidates having no near/ distant relative(s) working at ICAR/ IARI will also furnish a declaration (format given below) on the date of interview. 9. Candidates reaching after specified time may not ordinarily be entertained. 10. Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidature. 11. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Detail of
Interview
Interview
15th May, 2019 at 10 AM
Venue of
Interview
Interview
Division of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, ICARIndian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi 110 012
Job
Category
Category
Science & Engineering
Job Posted
on
on
23/04/2019
Job
Type
Type
TEMPORARY
Official Website Document
Supporting Staff (10th) in Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) Recruitment 2019
Post Name
Supporting Staff (10th)
No of
Vacancies
Vacancies
01
Minimum
Salary
Salary
13500
Last
Date
Date
15/05/2019
Address
IARI, New Delhi, Delhi 110012
Qualification
10th pass with 02 year work experience in the laboratory
Pay
Scale
Scale
Rs. 13500
How to
Apply For
IARI
vacancy :
Apply For
IARI
vacancy :
The interview of eligible candidates will be held on 15th May, 2019 at 10 AM in the Committee Room/Library of Division of SS&AC, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi 110012. Application Format: 1. Full Name (In Block letters) 2. Father’s Name 3. Date of Birth (DD/MM/YY) 4. Age as on date of interview 5. Address with pin code {a. Permanent address and b. For communication} 6. Telephone No. 7. E-mail Address 8. Sex 9. Marital status 10. Whether belongs to SC/ST/OBC/General 11. Details of Educational Qualification 12. Details of Experience 13. Details of Publications 14. No Objection Certificate from present employer 15. Additional Information 16. Self-declaration (Attached). *For more details, Please visit our website: www.iari.res.in
General
Instructions
Instructions
1. The emoluments of the SRF will be as per ICAR rule, and Rs. 13500/- fixed for Supporting Staff. 2. The above positions are purely temporary and will be filled on contractual basis. The posts are coterminus with the project, and will be offered initially for a period of one year or till termination of the project whichever is earlier and further extendable based on satisfactory performance for the remaining period of the project. 3. The candidate age should be minimum 18 years, maximum 35 years for SRF as on the closing date of the application, age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/Women & 3 years for OBC, is applicable as per Govt. of India/DST/ICAR Rules. 4. Selected candidates will not be entitled to claim for regular appointments/absorption either in this institute or in ICAR. Non‐maintenance of the discipline and failure to perform the assigned duties will make the SRF/RA liable for termination during the appointment period as per ICAR rules. 5. Candidates should bring their complete bio-data, duly self-attested certificates and mark sheets (From Class X onwards), experience certificate and no objection certificate from their current employer. Only the candidates having essential qualifications would be entertained for the interview. 6. The interview of eligible candidates will be held on 15th May, 2019 at 10.00 AM in the Committee Room/Library of the Division of SS&AC, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi, 110 012. 7. Candidates who are not able to produce their essential degree completion certificate as on the date of the interview will not be eligible to attend the interview. 8. Candidates whose near/distant relative(s) is an employee of the ICAR/IARI, has to declare it and communicate this office as per format given below. Such declaration must reach to the undersigned by post or through e-mail at mandira.ssaciari@gmail.com on or before 15th May, 2019. If communicated or declared on the date of interview, candidate will not be interviewed. Candidates having no near/ distant relative(s) working at ICAR/ IARI will also furnish a declaration (format given below) on the date of interview. 9. Candidates reaching after specified time may not ordinarily be entertained. 10. Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidature. 11. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Detail of
Interview
Interview
15th May, 2019 at 10 AM
Venue of
Interview
Interview
Division of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry, ICARIndian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi 110 012
Job
Category
Category
Education
Job Posted
on
on
23/04/2019
Job
Type
Type
TEMPORARY
Official Website Document
Senior Research Fellow, Supporting Staff Vacancies – Last Date (Interview) 15 May 2019 (New Delhi – Delhi), Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) recruits Senior Research Fellow, Supporting Staff Posts. Candidates with Post Graduate, Graduate, NET qualified, 10th passed experienced candidates can apply.
Young Professional (Post Graduate) in Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) Recruitment 2019
Post Name
Young Professional (Post Graduate)
No of
Vacancies
Vacancies
01
Minimum
Salary
Salary
Please check with the concern authority or website
Last
Date
Date
14/05/2019
Address
Committee Room, Division of Biochemistry, IARI, Pusa campus, New Delhi 110 012., New Delhi, Delhi 110012
Qualification
Master's degree in Agril. Biochemistry, Genetics/Plant breeding / Biotechnology/ Plant Molecular Biology/ Botany/ Plant Physiology/Life Science, Bioinformatics/Equivalent degree
Pay
Scale
Scale
Rs. 25000 per month fixed (as per ICAR norms)
Age
Limit
Limit
Maximum 35 years for men and 40 years for women (Age relaxation for SC/ST/ OBC as per Govt. of India/ICAR rules) for YP-II post.
Desirable
Qualifications
Qualifications
Research experience in areas of cloning of gene, gene expression assays, heterologous expression, bioinformatics tools in crops.
How to
Apply For
IARI
vacancy :
Apply For
IARI
vacancy :
Candidates interested in research with the qualifications given in the following table may report for interview at 09:30 A.M. on 14th May, 2019 in Committee Room, Division of Biochemistry, IARI, Pusa campus, New Delhi 110 012. Candidate should report by 9:30 AM on 14-05-2019 for verification of Certificates (must bring original certificates). Candidates reporting after 10.30AM for verification of Certificates will not be considered for interview. 2. Bio-data 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 Bio-data. The bio-data 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.
Job
Category
Category
Staffing
Job Posted
on
on
23/04/2019
Job
Type
Type
OTHER
Official Website Document
Young Professional Vacancy – Last Date (Interview) 14 May 2019 (New Delhi – Delhi), Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) recruits Young Professional Post. Candidates with Post Graduate experienced candidates can apply.
Senior Research Fellow (Post Graduate) in Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) Recruitment 2019
Post Name
Senior Research Fellow (Post Graduate)
No of
Vacancies
Vacancies
01
Minimum
Salary
Salary
25000
Last
Date
Date
03/05/2019
Address
IARI, Gurugram, Haryana 122004
Qualification
Master Degree in Agricultural Sciences (agronomy, horticulture, soil science /Veterinary Science/Animal Science/Poultry Science from a recognized Agricultural University.
Pay
Scale
Scale
Rs 25,000/month + HRA
Age
Limit
Limit
35 years for men and 40 years for women (Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC as per Govt. of India norms)
Desirable
Qualifications
Qualifications
Knowledge in computer applications, data organization/report writing/IP Management.
How to
Apply For
IARI
vacancy :
Apply For
IARI
vacancy :
1. The candidate must bring a copy of bio-data giving full particulars along with all original certificates, attested photocopies of all required certificates from matriculation onwards and copy of recent passport size photographs and experience certificate in original (if any) with them which can be submitted at the time of interview. 2. Concealing of facts or canvassing in any form shall lead to disqualification or termination. 3. The period of appointment of SRF will be initially up to31stMarch, 2020. The project may likely to be extended for further period subject to satisfactory performance of the candidate and requirements of the project. 4. The appointments may be terminated at any time without notice or assigning any reason thereof. SRF may also leave assignment on their own choice by giving one-month notice. At the end of contracted period, SRF will have no right to claim any employment or engagement in the ICAR. 5. No TA/ DA will be paid for appearing in interview. 6. The candidates are required to submit the application as per the format annexed (Annexure-I). 7. Candidates fulfilling the essential qualification only need to attend the walk-in Interview.
Detail of
Interview
Interview
03/05/2019 (10 AM)
Job
Category
Category
Science & Engineering
Job Posted
on
on
23/04/2019
Job
Type
Type
CONTRACTOR
Official Website Document
Senior Research Fellow Vacancy – Last Date (Interview) 03 May 2019 (Gurugram, Haryana), Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) recruits Senior Research Fellow Post. Candidates with Post Graduate experienced candidates can apply.
Junior Research Fellow (Post Graduate, Graduate, NET, PhD) in Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) Recruitment 2019
Post Name
Junior Research Fellow (Post Graduate, Graduate, NET, PhD)
No of
Vacancies
Vacancies
01
Minimum
Salary
Salary
25000
Last
Date
Date
29/04/2019
Address
IARI, New Delhi, Delhi 110012
Qualification
Master’s degree in Genetics/Plant Breeding/ Genetics and Plant Breeding/Biotechnology/ Life Sciences with 4/5 years bachelor’s degree. Those with 3 years bachelor’s degree must have UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET qualification or equivalent or Ph.D. in any of above disciplines (As perICAR Memorandum F.No. Agri. Edn. /6/27/2014 /HRD Dated 13.07.2015 and F.No. Agri. Edn./6/27/2014/ HRD Dated 09.10.2015)
Pay
Scale
Scale
JRF @ Rs. 25000/- + 30% HRA per month for 1st and 2nd year & SRF @ Rs. 28000/- + 30% HRA for 3rd year
Age
Limit
Limit
35 years
Desirable
Qualifications
Qualifications
Experience in molecular markers and proficiency in basic bioinformatics tools.
How to
Apply For
IARI
vacancy :
Apply For
IARI
vacancy :
i. Age limit: Maximum age 35years for JRF (age relaxation of five years for SC/ST &women and three years for OBC). ii. The posts are purely temporary and will be filled on contractual basis initially up to 31stMarch 2020, but may be extended further based on the performance of the candidate or till the termination of the project. iii. The candidate shall not claim regular appointment at this Institute, as the positions coterminus with the project. iv. The interview of eligible candidates will be held on 29/04/2019 at 10.00 am in Division of Genetics, IARI, New Delhi 110012. v. The candidates will have to compulsorily bring the filled in application form (as per the format annexed), all the original certificates from matriculation onwards, date of birth certificate, NET/equivalent certificate, degree certificate either original or provisional and one set of the self-attested photocopies of all the required certificates from matriculation onwards and an attested copy of recent passport size photograph pasted onto the application form. Proof of experience and publications also need to be submitted. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. vi. Only the candidates having essential qualifications would be entertained for the interview. vii. Concealing of facts or canvassing in any form shall lead to disqualification or termination. viii. The candidates are required to submit the application at the time of interview as per the format annexed along with the declaration ix. The candidate intending to visit for interview, if any of his near or distant relative is an employee of the ICAR/IARI, have to declare his/her name, designation, nature of duties, relationship in writing so as to reach by 20/04/2019. If on the date of interview such declaration is furnished and found that his relative is an employee of ICAR/IARI, such candidate will not be allowed for interview. x. All the other candidates are also required compulsorily to furnish the declaration duly signed in the format annexed and submit on the date of interview. xi. The candidates have to strictly submit the form annexed (typed/ filled) duly signed and submit on the date of interview. Reporting time for interview: 9:30-10.00 am on 29/04/2019, Division of Genetics, IARI, New Delhi 110 012.
Detail of
Interview
Interview
29/04/2019 at 10.00 AM
Venue of
Interview
Interview
Division of Genetics, IARI, New Delhi 110 012
Job
Category
Category
Science & Engineering
Job Posted
on
on
23/04/2019
Job
Type
Type
TEMPORARY
Official Website Document
Junior Research Fellow Vacancy – Last Date (Interview) 29 April 2019 (Delhi), Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) recruits Junior Research Fellow Post. Candidates with Graduate, Post Graduate, PhD, NET qualified experienced candidates can apply.
Junior Research Fellow (Graduate, Post Graduate, PhD, NET) in Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) Recruitment 2019
Post Name
Junior Research Fellow (Graduate, Post Graduate, PhD, NET)
No of
Vacancies
Vacancies
01
Minimum
Salary
Salary
31000
Last
Date
Date
25/04/2019
Address
IARI, New Delhi, Delhi 110012
Qualification
Post Graduate Degree in any disciplines of Life Sciences including Zoology, Botany, Biotechnology with NET qualification or Graduate Degree in Professional Courses with NET qualification or Post Graduate Degree in Professional Courses Those with 3 years bachelor’s degree must have UGC/CSIR/ICAR NET qualification or equivalent or Ph.D. in any of above disciplines (As per ICAR memorandum F.No. Agri. Edn./6/27/2014/HRD Dated 13.07.2015 and F.No. Agri. Edn./6/27/2014/HRD Dated 09.10.2015)
Pay
Scale
Scale
Rs. 31000/- for first two years, Rs. 35000/- for 3rd year + 24% HRA per month
Desirable
Qualifications
Qualifications
Experience in molecular biology, animal/mammalian/insect cell culture, Entomology, Plant Virology or Plant Pathology
How to
Apply For
IARI
vacancy :
Apply For
IARI
vacancy :
1. For details of the qualifications and other requirements please refer DST SR/S9/Z08/2018 dated 30 Jan 2019 and ICAR memorandum F. No. Agri. Edn./6/27/2014/HRD dated 13.07.2015 and F.No. Agri. Edn./6/27/2014/HRD dated 09.10.2015. The emolument of JRF will be as per SERB rule. 2. The above post is purely temporary, time bound and co-terminus with the project. Appointment will be yearly based on the progress and fund availability. 3. Age limit and relaxation in for SC/ST/OBC/Woman candidate as per government rules. 4. No objection certificate from the employer, in case he/she has an employment. 5. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. 6. Reporting time for the interview 10 AM at Division of Plant Pathology, IARI, New Delhi 7. Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidate. 8. Application format: a. Name, b. Father’s name, c. Date of birth, d. Present and permanent address, e. Contact telephone no. and email ID, f. Category: SC/ST/OBC/GEN, g. Qualification details (Institute, year and marks in class 10th, 12th, graduate and postgraduate), h. Research experience with evidence, i. CSIR/ICAR NET detail, j. Publication if any, k. Signature of the candidate.
Detail of
Interview
Interview
April 25, 2019 at 10.00 A.M.
Venue of
Interview
Interview
Division of Plant Pathology, IARI, New Delhi -110 012
Job
Category
Category
Science & Engineering
Job Posted
on
on
23/04/2019
Job
Type
Type
TEMPORARY
Official Website Document
Junior Research Fellow Vacancy – Last Date (Interview) 25 April 2019 (Delhi), Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) recruits Junior Research Fellow Post. Candidates with Graduate, Post Graduate, PhD, NET qualified experienced candidates can apply.
Senior Research Fellow (M.Sc., B.Sc., NET) in Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) Recruitment 2019
Post Name
Senior Research Fellow (M.Sc., B.Sc., NET)
No of
Vacancies
Vacancies
01
Minimum
Salary
Salary
25000
Last
Date
Date
24/04/2019
Address
IARI, New Delhi, Delhi 110012
Qualification
M.Sc. (Soil Sci./ Agril. Chem./ Environmental Sci.) with 3 years B.Sc. (Chemistry/ Biology) along and NET or with 4 years B.Sc. (Agriculture). Candidate having post graduate degree in Basic Science with 3 years Bachelor’s degree and 2 years Master’s degree should have qualified NET as per ICAR No.Edn/6/27/2014/HRD dated 13th July, 2015.
Pay
Scale
Scale
Rs. 25,000/- + HRA, as per ICAR rule
Age
Limit
Limit
The candidate age should be maximum 35 years for SRF (Relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/Women & 3 years for OBC). as per rule.
Desirable
Qualifications
Qualifications
Hands-on experience in soil-water-plant sample collection/ analysis and data recording/ graphical presentation.
How to
Apply For
IARI
vacancy :
Apply For
IARI
vacancy :
1. Applications must reach Dr. Ravinder Kaur, Principal Scientist, Water Technology Centre, IARI, New Delhi-12, preferably through email ravinderkaurwtc@gmail.com 2. The position is purely temporary and will be filled on contractual basis. The post is co terminus with the project, and will be offered initially for a period of one year or till termination of the project whichever is earlier and further extendable based on satisfactory performance for the remaining period of the project. The above fellowship/ post is purely temporary/ provisional till March, 2020. 3. Selected candidates will not be entitled to claim for regular appointments/absorption either in this institute or in ICAR. 4. Candidates should bring their complete bio-data, duly self-attested certificates and all mark sheets (From Class 10th onwards), experience certificate and no objection certificate from their current employer. Only the candidates having essential qualifications would be entertained for the interview. 5. The walk in interview of eligible candidates will be held on 24 th April, 2019 in the Committee Room of WTC, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi, 110012. 6. Candidates who are not able to produce their essential degree completion certificate as on the date of the interview will not be eligible to attend the interview. 7. Candidates whose near/distant relative(s) is an employee of the ICAR/IARI, has to declare it and communicate this office as per format given below. Such declaration must reach to the undersigned by post or through e‐mail ravinderkaurwtc@gmail.com If communicated or declared on the date of interview, candidate will not be interviewed. Candidates having no near/ distant relative(s) working at ICAR/ IARI will also furnish a declaration (format given below) on the date of interview. 8. Candidates reaching after specified time may not ordinarily be entertained. 9. Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidature. 10. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Detail of
Interview
Interview
24-04-2019 at 10.00 AM
Venue of
Interview
Interview
Water Technology Centre, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi.
Job
Category
Category
Science & Engineering
Job Posted
on
on
23/04/2019
Job
Type
Type
TEMPORARY
Official Website Document
Senior Research Fellow Vacancy – Last Date (Interview) 24 April 2019 (Delhi), Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) recruits Senior Research Fellow Post. Candidates with M.Sc., B.Sc., NET qualified experienced candidates can apply.
Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI)
About Indian Agricultural Research Institute (भारतीय कृषि अनुसंधान संस्थान):
इंडियन आग्रिकल्चरल रिसर्च इन्स्टिट्यूट (इयारी) की यात्रा सन् 1905 में शुरू हुई, संस्थान पूसा इन्स्टिट्यूट से प्रसिद्ध हुआ!
एक अमेरिकी परोपकारी, श्री हेनरी फिप्स से 30,000 पाउंड के अनुदान के साथ पूसा (बिहार) में 1905 में शुरू हुआ।
संस्थान कृषि अनुसंधान संस्थान ( कृषि ), जो पांच विभागों मैं था, कृषि, पशु प्रजनन , रसायन विज्ञान, वनस्पति विज्ञान और आर्थिक मिकॉलजी के साथ कार्य के रूप में जाना जाता था। जीवाणु इकाई 1907 में जोड़ा गया है
संस्थान का नाम 1911 में Imperial Institute of Agricultural Research में बदल गया था और 1919 में इसे Imperial Agricultural Research Institute बदल दिया गया था।
स्वतंत्रता के बाद संस्थान Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) के रूप में नाम दिया गया है ।
वर्ष 1958 में एक डीम्ड विश्वविद्यालय का दर्जा प्राप्त किया। जो हरित क्रांति कि भारतीयों के लाखों लोगों के चेहरे पर मुस्कान लाया
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