ICAR NIPB Project Assistant Recruitment 2026: Walk-in Interview for B.Sc Graduates | Salary ₹25,000
The ICAR-National Institute for Plant Biotechnology (ICAR-NIPB) has announced a Walk-in Interview for the post of Project Assistant-I under a Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change-funded research project. Candidates with a B.Sc. in Biological Sciences or related disciplines are eligible to attend the interview.
This is an excellent opportunity for fresh graduates and candidates with experience in plant sciences, field work, and project coordination to work in a prestigious ICAR research institute located at Pusa Campus, New Delhi.
ICAR NIPB Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Organization | ICAR-National Institute for Plant Biotechnology (ICAR-NIPB) |
| Post Name | Project Assistant-I |
| Advertisement No. | 2001-3129/381607/Project Assistant-I |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Number of Posts | 01 |
| Project Duration | Till 09 February 2028 |
| Initial Appointment | One year (extendable based on performance) |
| Salary | ₹25,000 per month (Fixed) |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
| Interview Date | 20 July 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 9:30 AM |
| Interview Time | 11:00 AM |
Project Details
The selected candidate will work under the research project:
“Exploration, conservation and characterization of Wild Brassica species for the development of genetic and genomic resources to uncover climate resilient traits through integrated approaches.”
Funding Agency: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC)
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- B.Sc. or Graduation in Biological Sciences
- Biology or related subjects
- Any other relevant discipline
Desirable Qualification
Preference will be given to candidates having:
- 1–2 years of experience in plant-related research
- Field experiments
- Office coordination
- Research project management
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: 50 Years
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India rules wherever applicable.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive:
₹25,000 per month (Fixed Consolidated Salary)
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Document Verification
- Walk-in Interview
There is no written examination.
Walk-in Interview Details
Date: 20 July 2026
Reporting Time: 9:30 AM
Interview Time: 11:00 AM
Venue:
LBS Building
ICAR-National Institute for Plant Biotechnology (NIPB)
Pusa Campus
New Delhi – 110012
Candidates should report at least 60 minutes before the interview.
Documents Required
Candidates should bring:
- Application form (2 copies)
- Complete CV
- Class 10 Mark Sheet & Certificate
- Class 12 Mark Sheet & Certificate
- Graduation Mark Sheets & Degree Certificate
- Postgraduate certificates (if applicable)
- Ph.D. documents (if applicable)
- Experience Certificates
- No Objection Certificate (if employed)
- CGPA to Percentage Conversion Certificate (if applicable)
- SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- Publications (if any)
- Any other relevant certificates
Carry all original documents along with two self-attested photocopies.
Important Instructions
- The appointment is purely temporary and contractual.
- Initial appointment will be for one year and may be extended based on satisfactory performance.
- No TA/DA will be provided.
- Incomplete applications or missing documents will lead to rejection.
- Candidates must satisfy all eligibility conditions before appearing for the interview.
- The institute reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Walk-in Interview | 20 July 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 9:30 AM |
| Interview Time | 11:00 AM |
Why Apply for ICAR NIPB Project Assistant Recruitment 2026?
- Opportunity to work at a premier ICAR research institute.
- Attractive monthly salary of ₹25,000.
- Suitable for B.Sc. Biological Science graduates.
- Hands-on experience in plant biotechnology and climate-resilient crop research.
- Excellent opportunity for candidates planning higher studies or research careers.
Eligible candidates can check the detailed notification and attend the walk-in interview for the post. For complete eligibility criteria, application format, and other instructions, visit the official website of ICAR-National Institute for Plant Biotechnology (NIPB). Official ICAR-NIPB Website