The ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI), Regional Station, Katrain, Himachal Pradesh, has announced a walk-in interview for the recruitment of Young Professional-I and Lab cum Field Attendant on a purely contractual basis. Eligible candidates can attend the interview on 15 July 2026.
ICAR-IARI Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (ICAR-IARI), Regional Station, Katrain |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Posts | Young Professional-I, Lab cum Field Attendant |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Interview Time | 10:00 AM |
| Job Location | Katrain, Kullu Valley, Himachal Pradesh |
| Official Email | head_katrain@iari.res.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Monthly Salary |
| Young Professional-I (YP-I) | 1 | ₹30,000 (Fixed) |
| Lab cum Field Attendant | 1 | ₹15,000 (Fixed) |
Educational Qualification
1. Young Professional-I (YP-I)
Essential Qualification:
- B.Sc. Degree in Agriculture or Horticulture.
Desirable Qualification:
- Experience in the field of Vegetable Science.
2. Lab cum Field Attendant
Essential Qualification:
- 10+2 in Agriculture, Horticulture, Science, Arts, or Commerce.
Desirable Qualification:
- Experience in laboratory work.
- Physical fitness to work in field conditions.
Age Limit
Young Professional-I
- Minimum: 21 Years
- Maximum: 45 Years
- Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India/ICAR rules.
Lab cum Field Attendant
- Minimum: 18 Years
- Maximum: 35 Years
- Age relaxation applicable as per rules.
Project Details
Young Professional-I
Project: DUS Testing of Radish and Carrot
Project Duration: Up to 31 March 2027
Lab cum Field Attendant
Project: Conversion of Doubled Haploids of Broccoli into CMS Lines Using MABC and Their Utilization in Hybrid Breeding
Project Duration: Up to 11 February 2027
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Walk-in Interview
- Document Verification
Walk-in Interview Details
- Date: 15 July 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Venue: ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Regional Station, Katrain, Kullu Valley, Himachal Pradesh – 175129
Documents Required
Candidates should carry:
- Filled application form (prescribed format)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Self-attested copies of educational certificates
- Experience certificates (if applicable)
- Identity proof
- Original certificates for verification
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) if currently employed
Important Instructions
- The appointments are purely temporary and contractual.
- The positions are co-terminus with the respective projects.
- No claim for permanent employment in ICAR/IARI will be entertained.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Candidates having relatives working in ICAR/IARI must submit the prescribed declaration via email to head_katrain@iari.res.in on or before 07 July 2026.
- Candidates must bring all original documents for verification.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Relative Declaration (if applicable) | 07 July 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview | 15 July 2026 |
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to work with ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute.
- Attractive monthly salary up to ₹30,000.
- Hands-on experience in agricultural research and vegetable breeding projects.
- Ideal opportunity for Agriculture and Horticulture graduates seeking research experience.
Interested and eligible candidates should attend the walk-in interview on 15 July 2026 with all required documents.