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Department - ICAR–National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBPGR)
ICAR NBPGR Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2025 – Apply Offline - 01 Posts
ICAR–National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBPGR) has announced one vacancy for the Senior Research Fellow post under a project funded by the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights Authority. The position offers a monthly stipend of ₹42,000 plus HRA. Eligible candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Seed Science and Technology, Agriculture Botany, Plant Genetic Resources, or Genetics and Plant Breeding with a 4/5-year bachelor’s degree. Candidates with postgraduate degrees in Basic Sciences must have NET or GATE qualification. The upper age limit is 35 years, with applicable relaxations. Applicants must submit their documents in a single PDF via email on or before 22 December 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a virtual interview and required to produce original documents.
ICAR–National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBPGR)... has announced one vacancy for the Senior Research Fellow post under a project funded by the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights Authority. The position offers a monthly stipend of ₹42,000 plus HRA. Eligible candidates must hold a Master’s degree in Seed Science and Technology, Agriculture Botany, Plant Genetic Resources, or Genetics and Plant Breeding with a 4/5-year bachelor’s degree. Candidates with postgraduate degrees in Basic Sciences must have NET or GATE qualification. The upper age limit is 35 years, with applicable relaxations. Applicants must submit their documents in a single PDF via email on or before 22 December 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a virtual interview and required to produce original documents.
Rahul Sihan
20 Nov, 2025 07:27 PM
ICAR-NBPGR Senior Research Fellow (SRF) Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline
National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBPGR) invites applications for one Senior Research Fellow (SRF) position under the project “Development of DUS Test Guidelines for Grass pea, Yard Long Bean, Pillipsera and Winged bean.” Eligible candidates with the prescribed postgraduate qualifications may apply by submitting a single combined PDF by email. The appointment is project-funded and the tenure will align with the project period up to 30 September 2027. Applications must reach the specified email by the last date.
Important Dates and Fees
The following table summarises the key dates and application fee information relevant to the ICAR-NBPGR SRF recruitment. Candidates should note deadlines and prepare documents accordingly.
| Event | Date / Detail |
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| Notification Release Date | 19 November 2025 |
| Last Date for Application (Email) | 22 December 2025 |
| Virtual Interview Date | To be informed to shortlisted candidates |
| Application Mode | Email (single combined PDF) |
| Application Fee | Nil for all candidates |
Detailed Information
ICAR-NBPGR is recruiting one Senior Research Fellow for a project funded by the Protection of Plant Varieties & Farmers' Rights Authority (PPV&FRA). The role involves research activities related to the development of Distinctness, Uniformity and Stability (DUS) test guidelines for specified legume and vegetable crops. Appointments will follow ICAR and funding agency rules. Selection involves application screening and a virtual interview; shortlisted applicants will be required to present original documents at the time of interview.
| Organizational Detail | Information | |
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| Organization Name | ICAR - National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (ICAR-NBPGR) | |
| Project Title | Development of DUS Test Guidelines for Grass pea, Yard Long Bean, Pillipsera and Winged bean | |
| Funding Agency | Protection of Plant Varieties & Farmers' Rights Authority (PPV&FRA) | |
| Post Name | Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | |
| Total Vacancies | 01 post (Project period up to 30 September 2027) | |
| Salary / Stipend | ₹42,000 per month + HRA as applicable | |
| Essential Qualification | Master’s degree in Seed Science & Technology / Agriculture Botany / Plant Genetic Resources / Genetics & Plant Breeding with 4/5 years Bachelor's degree; OR post-graduate degree in Basic Sciences (Plant Sciences / Physiology) with NET/GATE or equivalent. Minimum 60% marks in post-graduation. | |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years as on last date of application. Relaxation as per Government of India / ICAR rules: SC/ST/Women – 5 years; OBC (NCL) – 3 years; Differently Abled – 10 years. | |
| Selection Process | Screening of applications followed by virtual interview for shortlisted candidates. Original document verification on the day of interview. No TA/DA for interview attendance. | |
| Application Mode & Address | Apply by sending a single combined PDF to the Project Director at kdtripathi89@gmail.com with subject line “Application for SRF – DUS Project” by 22 December 2025. | |
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| Important Notes | Only shortlisted candidates will be informed for the virtual interview via email/phone. The appointment will be provisional subject to fulfilment of eligibility criteria and verification of original documents. Terms and conditions of appointment will follow ICAR and funding agency rules. | |
| Contact & Official Link | For submission use: kdtripathi89@gmail.com. Official details available at nbpgr.org.in. | |
Important Links
| Important Links – ICAR NBPGR Recruitment Document | ||
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| Official Notification PDF | Recruitment notification issued by ICAR NBPGR for candidate reference | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Authorised ICAR NBPGR portal for updates and institutional information | Visit Site |
| The links included offer direct access to the official ICAR NBPGR recruitment notice and the institution’s primary website. The notification provides verified details released by the organisation, while the website serves as a trusted platform for updates, administrative information, and future announcements. Candidates may rely on these sources to review eligibility norms, application requirements, and related recruitment particulars. | ||
