Junior Research Fellow – ‘Genetic fortification of Elite Rice Cultivar BPT-5204 for Climate Resilience and Pest Resistance in Direct-Seeded Systems”

Job Title
Junior Research Fellow

Number of Posts
01

Salary
INR 37000 + 27% HRA (As per DBT and ICAR rules)

Location
ICAR- Indian Institute of Rice Research, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad

Eligibility

• M.Sc. in Plant Breeding/Genetics/Plant Sciences/Life Sciences/Agriculture/any other related discipline (Master degree in relevant subject with 4 years/5 years of Bachelor’s Degree).
• Candidates qualified in CSIR UGC NET / GATE or any national level eligibility examination for JRF may be preferred.

Desirable Qualifications

• Research experience in basic molecular biology techniques related to plants and insects.
• Knowledge and experience on plant tissue culture & computer applications.

Age Limit
Minimum age 21 years and maximum age 45 years (Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Physically Challenged/Ex-Serviceman/Women Candidates as per Govt. of India Rules).

Last Date
18-10-2026

How to Apply

• Send the application in the prescribed pro-forma to the e-mail address prv.jobs.icar.iirr@gmail.com.
• The application must include the filled-in application form (duly signed), self-attested scanned copies of original certificates of educational qualifications, experience certificates, additional qualifications (if any), and a recent photograph.
• All documents must be uploaded as a Single PDF File in the order mentioned.
• A valid operative email and mobile number must be entered in the application form.
• If the candidate is already working, a No Objection Certificate from the present employer is required.