National Bureau Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR) has currently issued 3 live job notices with 6 open vacancies. Details are provided below.
About this Job Notification
3 Young Professional, Project Assistant vacancies at National Bureau Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR)
Eligible candidates may apply for 3 contractual posts of Young Professional, Project Assistant at National Bureau Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR) under a research project. The closing date for receipt of applications is 06-04-2026.
| Post Name | Young Professional, Project Assistant |
| Project Name | Evaluation of Stress Tolerant Orphan Legume for Dryland Farming System Across Sub-Saharan Africa and India- (STOL Phase II) |
| Project Description | This project focuses on enhancing food security in arid regions by utilizing underused crops. It aims to conduct an evaluation of stress tolerant orphan legumes for dryland farming systems across Sub-Saharan Africa and India. The research identifies genetic traits that allow these plants to thrive in low-rainfall environments. This project is funded by the Kirkhouse Trust. |
| Duration | Up to May 2030 (Young Professional-II: Only for One Year; Project Assistant: co-terminus with project) |
| Vacancies | 3 |
| Qualification | - Young Professional-II (01 Post) : Master's degree in Genetics /Plant breeding/ Genetics & Plant Breeding/ Plant Genetic Resources
- Project Assistant (02 Posts) : Graduate Degree in any discipline
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| Monthly Salary | - Young Professional-II : Rs.42,000/- per month (Fixed)
- Project Assistant : Rs.18,000 + HRA
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| Age Limit | maximum 45 years |
| Selection Process | After screening applications, only shortlisted candidates will be informed by email or phone for interview. Original documents will be verified on the interview date. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | Eligible candidates are requested to send their application along with scanned copies of original documents compiled in a single PDF file by email to stol.nbpgr@gmail.com on or before 06-04-2026. |
| Last Date to Apply | 06-04-2026 |
| Contact | Dr. Kuldeep Tripathi (Principal Investigator); Email ID: stol.nbpgr@gmail.com |
| Job Location | - Young Professional-II: New Delhi;
- Project Assistant: Hyderabad (1) and Cuttack (1)
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About this Walk-in Interview
1 Young Professional I vacancy at National Bureau Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR)
Eligible and interested candidates may attend the walk-in interview to be held by National Bureau Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR) on 13-04-2026 to fill 1 post of Young Professional I.
| Post Name | Young Professional I |
| Project Name | DUS testing of Buckwheat |
| Project Description | This ICAR-NBPGR project is dedicated to the systematic characterization of Buckwheat varieties to ensure plant variety protection. The research focuses on DUS testing, which stands for Distinctness, Uniformity, and Stability. By evaluating these three critical parameters, the project aims to establish clear botanical descriptions that distinguish new varieties from existing ones. This scientific validation is essential for the registration of varieties under the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights (PPV&FRA) Act. The study involves monitoring morphological traits across different growth stages to ensure that the characteristics remain consistent and reliable for farmers and breeders. |
| Duration | Initially for a period of one year only or till the project is sanctioned, whichever is earlier |
| Vacancy | 1 |
| Qualification | Master's degree in Plant Breeding/Genetics/Agri. Botany/Horticulture/Botany from a recognized university with minimum 60% marks. |
| Monthly Salary | Rs.42,000/- (Consolidated) |
| Age Limit | 21-45 years |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| Walk-in Date & Time | 13-04-2026 (10 AM) |
| Walk-in Venue | ICAR- National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, Regional Station, Phagli, Shimla, HP, 171004 |
| Contact | Dr. Mohar Singh, Principal Scientist (Principal Investigator); Email ID: nbpgr.shimla@icar.gov.in |
| Job Location | Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) |
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About this Job Notification
2 Young Professional, Field Assistant vacancies at National Bureau Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR)
National Bureau Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR) has invited applications for filling 2 contractual posts of Young Professional, Field Assistant under a research project. Interested candidates must submit their applications by 19-04-2026.
| Post Name | Young Professional, Field Assistant |
| Project Name | Establishment and Management of the Field Gene Bank (FGB) for maintenance of registered varieties |
| Project Description | This PPVFRA-funded project at ICAR-NBPGR focuses on the long-term conservation of India's agricultural heritage. The primary objective is the Establishment and Management of a Field Gene Bank (FGB), a living collection of registered plant varieties that cannot be easily stored as seeds. By maintaining these varieties in a field environment, the project ensures their genetic purity and availability for future breeding and research. This initiative is crucial for the maintenance of registered varieties under the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers' Rights Act, providing a physical reference for Distinctness, Uniformity, and Stability (DUS) testing. The field gene bank serves as a vital safeguard against the loss of high-value horticultural and perennial crops. |
| Duration | 2026-2028 (Young Professional-I initially for one year, extendable for two more years subject to performance) |
| Vacancies | 2 |
| Qualification | - Young Professional-I : Bachelors' degree in Agricultural and allied Sciences/ Horticulture/Forestry/Agroforestry
- Field Assistant : Graduate in any discipline with at least 1 year experience in handling field management in horticultural science.
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| Monthly Salary | - Young Professional-I : Rs 30,000/- month (consolidated pay). No HRA is admissible.
- Field Assistant : Rs 25,000/- month (consolidated pay). No HRA is admissible.
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| Age Limit | 21-45 years |
| Selection Process | Interviews will be held for candidates shortlisted initially on the basis of their academic qualifications. |
| Application Fee | Nil (No fee is required to be paid) |
| How to Apply | Candidates fulfilling eligibility criteria must send application along with scanned copies of original documents as a single PDF file via email to K.Mohapatra@icar.org.in and kpmmbsr@gmail.comon or before 19-04-2026. Separate PDF files must be mailed for each post if applying for more than one position. |
| Last Date to Apply | 19-04-2026 |
| Contact | Dr. K.P. Mohapatra (Principal Investigator); Email ID: K.Mohapatra@icar.org.in |
| Job Location | New Delhi (Delhi) |
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