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ICAR IIGR SRF Recruitment 2026 Notification Released! ICAR–Indian Institute of Groundnut Research, Junagadh, invites applications for 1 Senior Research Fellow (SRF) vacancy under a genome-editing research project. Eligible Ph.D. and postgraduate candidates in Biotechnology, Plant Molecular Biology and related disciplines can apply by email until 1 November 2026. The position offers ₹37,000 per month plus HRA. Check eligibility, age limit, research experience, selection details and official application link.
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The ICAR–Indian Institute of Groundnut Research (ICAR-IIGR), Junagadh, Gujarat, has released a recruitment notification for one Senior Research Fellow (SRF) position under Advertisement F.No. 1(96)/Estt/2026-27, dated 22 October 2026.
The recruitment is being conducted for the research project titled "Enhancing climate resilience and ensuring food security with genome editing tools."
Eligible candidates possessing a Ph.D. or a relevant Master's degree in Plant Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Biotechnology, Plant Biotechnology or Agricultural Biotechnology may apply, subject to the prescribed eligibility conditions.
Candidates holding a postgraduate degree in Basic Science with a three-year Bachelor's degree and a two-year Master's degree must also possess NET qualification and two years of research experience.
The selected candidate will receive ₹37,000 per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA).
The appointment is purely contractual for one year or until termination of the project, whichever occurs earlier.
The maximum age limit is 35 years as of the advertisement date, with relaxation for SC, ST, women and OBC candidates as specified in the notice.
Interested candidates must submit their applications along with relevant documents by email to recruitment.iigr@gmail.com.
The last date for submitting applications is 1 November 2026, at 12:00 midnight.
Candidates should carefully review the official notification and application instructions before submitting their documents.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | ICAR–Indian Institute of Groundnut Research |
| Abbreviation | ICAR-IIGR |
| Parent Organization | Indian Council of Agricultural Research |
| Location | Junagadh, Gujarat |
| Advertisement Number | 1(96)/Estt/2026-27 |
| Notification Date | 22 October 2026 |
| Post Name | Senior Research Fellow |
| Short Name | SRF |
| Total Posts | 01 |
| Recruitment Type | Contractual |
| Monthly Fellowship | ₹37,000 + HRA |
| Maximum Age | 35 Years |
| Application Mode | |
| Last Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Application Email | recruitment.iigr@gmail.com |
| Official Website | https://icar-iigr.org.in/ |
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Published | 22 October 2026 |
| Application Submission | Through Email |
| Application Last Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Closing Time | 12:00 Midnight |
| Interview Date | Not Announced in Short Notice |
| Selection Result | To Be Announced |
| Joining Date | Not Announced |
Candidates should submit their documents before the prescribed deadline and check the official Career page for further instructions.
The institute has advertised one position under its research project.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Fellowship |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 01 | ₹37,000 + HRA |
| Total | 01 |
The position is associated with a specific research project at ICAR-IIGR, Junagadh.
The short advertisement does not provide a separate category-wise vacancy distribution.
Candidates must satisfy one of the qualification pathways mentioned in the recruitment notification.
Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or Master's degree in a relevant discipline, including:
Plant Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
Biotechnology
Plant Biotechnology
Agricultural Biotechnology
The advertised pathway specifies the relevant Master's qualification with a four-year or five-year Bachelor's degree.
Candidates possessing a postgraduate degree in Basic Science with the following educational background may also be eligible:
Three-year Bachelor's degree.
Two-year Master's degree.
NET qualification.
Two years of research experience.
Important: NET and two years of research experience are expressly prescribed for the second qualification pathway. Candidates should not assume the same requirements automatically apply to every Ph.D. or qualifying Master's degree holder.
ICAR-IIGR has identified several desirable research skills.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in:
Molecular Biology
Gene Cloning
Transgenic Development
Plant Genome Editing
Bioinformatics
Computer Applications
Molecular Biology Techniques
Tissue Culture Work
These research areas are particularly relevant to the advertised climate resilience and genome-editing project.
Note: These are desirable skills. Candidates should distinguish them from the essential qualifications prescribed in the advertisement.
The maximum age is 35 years as of 22 October 2026, the date of the advertisement.
| Category | Maximum Age / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General | 35 Years |
| SC/ST | 5 Years Relaxation |
| Women | 5 Years Relaxation |
| OBC | 3 Years Relaxation |
Age relaxation is subject to the conditions specified in the recruitment notification.
Candidates must provide valid age and category documents where required.
The notification does not establish a separate minimum age limit.
The selected candidate will receive a monthly fellowship of ₹37,000 plus HRA.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Senior Research Fellow |
| Monthly Fellowship | ₹37,000 |
| HRA | Additional, as applicable |
| Nature of Payment | Contractual Project Fellowship |
| Engagement Period | 1 Year or Project Termination |
The exact HRA amount is not specified in the short advertisement.
The annual equivalent of the basic fellowship is ₹4,44,000, excluding HRA, if the engagement continues for 12 months.
This figure is illustrative rather than a guaranteed annual contract value.
Important: The ₹37,000 payment is a contractual research fellowship, not a permanent ICAR employee's pay-matrix salary.
The notified engagement will continue for:
One year or until termination of the research project, whichever is earlier.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Contractual |
| Initial Period | Up to 1 Year |
| Project Condition | Ends earlier if the project terminates |
| Permanent Appointment | Not Advertised |
Candidates should not interpret this opportunity as direct recruitment to a permanent scientist or research officer position.
The Senior Research Fellow will be associated with the project:
Enhancing climate resilience and ensuring food security with genome editing tools.
The project concerns the application of modern biotechnology and genome-editing research to agricultural challenges.
The advertised desirable skills indicate the relevance of molecular biology, gene cloning, plant genome editing, bioinformatics and tissue culture.
Depending on the institute's project plan and assigned responsibilities, relevant activities may include:
Molecular biology experiments.
Plant genetic research.
Genome-editing-related laboratory activities.
Laboratory sample preparation and analysis.
Gene cloning-related techniques.
Tissue culture experiments.
Bioinformatics analysis.
Research data documentation.
These are indicative activities related to the project and desirable skills, not a separately published official job-description checklist.
The uploaded short recruitment notice does not specify any application fee.
Candidates should follow the instructions on the official ICAR-IIGR Career page and avoid making payments to unauthorized intermediaries.
The supplied one-page recruitment advertisement does not prescribe a written examination, CBT pattern or confirmed interview date.
Candidates can expect their applications to be examined against the advertised eligibility requirements.
Any shortlisting, interview or final selection arrangements must be confirmed through ICAR-IIGR's subsequent official instructions.
Application Scrutiny: Applications and relevant documents may be checked for essential qualifications and eligibility.
Shortlisting: Candidates may be shortlisted according to the institute's recruitment procedure.
Interview or Assessment: Any interview or assessment will be conducted only if officially notified.
Document Verification: Original qualifications and experience documents may be required for verification.
Final Engagement: Appointment will be subject to the institute's final decision and project requirements.
These are possible administrative stages, not a confirmed stage-wise selection scheme from the short advertisement.
Eligible candidates must apply through email.
Step 1: Visit the official ICAR-IIGR website at https://icar-iigr.org.in/.
Step 2: Open the Career section.
Step 3: Locate the Senior Research Fellow recruitment notice with the deadline of 1 November 2026.
Step 4: Download the available recruitment notice and application form.
Step 5: Read the essential qualifications, age limit and project conditions.
Step 6: Complete the prescribed application form according to the current official instructions.
Step 7: Enter personal information, educational details and research experience accurately.
Step 8: Attach the required educational, research and supporting documents.
Step 9: Prepare the application email.
Step 10: Send the application and relevant documents to:
Step 11: Complete submission before 1 November 2026, 12:00 midnight.
Step 12: Retain a copy of the sent email and application documents.
Application for Senior Research Fellow (SRF) – Genome Editing Project – ICAR-IIGR
This subject line is suggested for clarity. The supplied short notice does not prescribe an exact subject.
Candidates should consult the official application form for the definitive checklist.
Documents potentially required include:
Completed Application Form
Updated Curriculum Vitae / Resume
Recent Photograph, if required
Date of Birth Proof
Bachelor's Degree Certificate
Bachelor's Degree Marksheets
Master's Degree Certificate and Marksheets, where applicable
Ph.D. Degree Certificate, where applicable
NET Qualification Certificate, where applicable
Research Experience Certificates
SC/ST/OBC Certificate, where applicable
Other Relevant Supporting Documents
The exact file format, attachment specifications and declaration requirements should be checked against the application form available on the official Career page.
Candidates should observe the following conditions:
The advertisement is dated 22 October 2026.
The recruitment is for one Senior Research Fellow position.
The advertised research project concerns climate resilience and genome editing.
The monthly fellowship is ₹37,000 plus HRA.
The engagement is contractual.
The duration is one year or until the project terminates, whichever occurs earlier.
The maximum age is 35 years with applicable relaxation.
Candidates must meet one of the prescribed educational qualification pathways.
NET and research experience are mandatory under the specified Basic Science qualification pathway.
Experience in molecular biology and genome-editing-related research is desirable.
Applications must be sent by email.
Relevant certificates and documents must accompany the application.
The deadline is 1 November 2026 at midnight.
Candidates should check official updates for selection and interview arrangements.
Applicants should not confuse the fellowship with permanent ICAR recruitment.
| Description | Link / Details |
|---|---|
| ICAR-IIGR Official Website | https://icar-iigr.org.in/ |
| Official Career Page | https://icar-iigr.org.in/career/ |
| Recruitment Notice | SRF Advertisement dated 22 October 2026 |
| Application Form | Available through Official Career Page |
| Application Email | recruitment.iigr@gmail.com |
| Application Last Date | 1 November 2026 |
| Interview Details | Check Official Career Page |
| Final Selection Result | To Be Announced |
Yes. ICAR-Indian Institute of Groundnut Research, Junagadh, has advertised one Senior Research Fellow position.
There is one SRF vacancy.
ICAR stands for Indian Council of Agricultural Research.
IIGR stands for Indian Institute of Groundnut Research.
SRF stands for Senior Research Fellow.
The advertisement is dated 22 October 2026.
Senior Research Fellow (SRF).
Enhancing climate resilience and ensuring food security with genome editing tools.
The application deadline is 1 November 2026, 12:00 midnight.
Applications must be submitted by email.
The prescribed email address is recruitment.iigr@gmail.com.
₹37,000 per month plus applicable HRA.
The maximum age is 35 years as of the advertisement date.
Yes. The notice provides five years for SC/ST/women candidates and three years for OBC candidates.
Yes, candidates possessing the relevant Master's degree may apply if they satisfy the prescribed degree-duration and other eligibility conditions.
Yes. A Ph.D. is included in the advertised qualification pathway.
No. The notice specifically requires NET for the described Basic Science postgraduate qualification pathway.
Two years of research experience, together with the prescribed NET qualification.
The advertisement lists genome-editing-related experience as desirable.
Yes. Bioinformatics is included among the desirable research areas.
Yes. Tissue culture is mentioned among the desirable technical capabilities.
No. The position is contractual and project-based.
One year or until termination of the project, whichever is earlier.
The uploaded short notice does not specify an application fee.
No written examination pattern is specified in the short advertisement.
The uploaded short notice does not state an interview date.
ICAR-Indian Institute of Groundnut Research, Junagadh, Gujarat.
The application form is available through the official ICAR-IIGR Career page.
The uploaded advertisement specifies email submission rather than an independent online recruitment portal.
The official website is https://icar-iigr.org.in/.
The ICAR IIGR SRF Recruitment 2026 offers a research opportunity for eligible candidates in biotechnology, plant molecular biology and related scientific disciplines.
One Senior Research Fellow position has been advertised under a research project focused on enhancing climate resilience and ensuring food security through genome-editing tools.
The selected candidate will receive ₹37,000 per month plus HRA, with an engagement period of up to one year or until project termination, whichever occurs earlier.
Candidates must meet the prescribed educational qualifications, research experience requirements and age conditions.
Eligible applicants should submit their applications with supporting documents to recruitment.iigr@gmail.com before 1 November 2026, 12:00 midnight.
The recruitment is contractual and does not constitute a permanent appointment at ICAR-IIGR.
For the application form, any corrigendum and subsequent selection instructions, candidates should consult the institute's official Career page.
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