Young Professional-I (YP-I) for Climate-Smart Agriculture Research Project

📋 Recruitment Overview

Organization	ICAR – Central Rice Research Institute (ICAR-CRRI)
Job Category	Agriculture
Eligibility Qualification	B.Sc. (bsc-botany), B.Sc. Agriculture (bsc-agriculture)
Number of Vacancies	1 Posts
Salary / Pay Scale	₹30,000 - ₹30,000 Per Month
Age Limits	21 to 45 Years
Gender Eligibility	both
Experience Required	- Desirable: Hands-on experience in field experimentation, data collection, and statistical analysis. - Operational knowledge of statistical software and computer applications.
Application Fee	- No application fee applicable for this recruitment.

📄 Details & Description

- Conduct field experiments to quantify greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions under climate-smart agricultural practices in rice production.
- Implement Direct Seeded Rice (DSR), Alternate Wetting and Drying (AWD), and Precision Nitrogen Management techniques in Uttarakhand.
- Collect, analyze, and document field data for research outcomes and presentations.
- Operate statistical software and computer applications (MS Office Suite) for data processing and reporting.
- Assist in project documentation, official correspondence, and farmer engagement activities.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

- Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc.) in Agriculture, Botany, Zoology, Environmental Science, or Biotechnology.
- Desirable: Master’s degree (M.Sc.) in Agriculture, Botany, Zoology, Environmental Science, or Biotechnology.
- CSIR/UGC NET qualified in Life Science or Environmental Science (for Assistant Professor/PhD candidates preferred).
- Experience in field experimentation, data collection, and statistical analysis.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical software.
- Minimum age: 21 years; Maximum age: 45 years (relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC as per government norms).

⚙️ Selection Process

- Walk-in-interview comprising written-cum-personal interview rounds.
- Candidates may undergo a screening test if a large number of applicants appear.
- Selection based on academic qualifications, experience, and interview performance.
- Final selection subject to document verification and no-objection certificate (if currently employed).

🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations

All (with age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC as per government norms)

📂 Required Documents

- One recent passport-sized photograph.
- Original and xerox copies of educational certificates (Matriculation onwards).
- Experience certificate(s) in the relevant subject.
- Duly filled biodata form (downloadable from the official website).
- No-objection certificate (if currently employed).
- Government-issued photo ID proof (e.g., Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID).

💳 Application Fee Details

- No application fee applicable for this recruitment.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the duration of the project for the Young Professional-I position?

The project duration is up to March 31, 2028, or until the completion of the project, whichever is earlier.

Q. Are travel allowances (TA) and dearness allowances (DA) provided for attending the walk-in interview?

No, no travel allowances (TA) or dearness allowances (DA) are admissible for attending the interview.

Q. What documents are required to be brought for the walk-in interview?

Candidates must bring one recent passport-sized photograph, original educational certificates (from matriculation onwards) along with Xerox copies, and experience certificates relevant to the subject.

Q. Is there any relaxation in the age limit for reserved category candidates?

Yes, the age limits are relaxable for SC, ST, and OBC candidates as per Government of India norms.

Q. What happens if the project is completed before the specified end date?

The service of the appointed candidate will terminate automatically upon the expiry of the scheme/project or completion of the period indicated in the selection offer, whichever is earlier.