ICAR Scientist Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Vacancies
ICAR Scientist Recruitment 2026 details: official notification, important dates, eligibility, and online application process. Apply now on the official portal.
The ICAR Scientist Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research to fill research and development posts across its institutes. The notification lists total vacancies, eligibility criteria, application fee, and the online application portal. Candidates can apply through the official website before the last date.
Eligibility varies by post, but generally requires a Ph.D. in a relevant agricultural discipline and a minimum percentage in the qualifying degree. Age relaxations are provided as per government norms for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD categories.
The selection process includes a written test, followed by a skill test and personal interview. Merit will be based on the combined score of these stages. Detailed syllabus and exam pattern are available in the official notification PDF.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | To be announced |
| Application End Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card Release | To be announced |
| Written Examination | To be announced |
| Result Declaration | To be announced |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|
| General | 600 |
| OBC | 300 |
| SC/ST/PwD | Free |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Category-wise Breakup | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist (Senior) | To be announced | General: To be announced, OBC: To be announced, SC/ST/PwD: To be announced | Ph.D. in Agriculture/ allied sciences with 5 years experience |
| Scientist (Junior) | To be announced | General: To be announced, OBC: To be announced, SC/ST/PwD: To be announced | Ph.D. in relevant field with 2 years experience |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Veterinary Science, or related disciplines from a recognized university. Minimum 55% marks in the qualifying degree (50% for SC/ST/PwD) is required. Age limit is 21 to 35 years, with relaxations as per government norms.
Selection Process
The recruitment will be conducted in three stages:
- Written Examination – objective type questions covering core subjects.
- Skill Test – practical or research proposal evaluation.
- Personal Interview – assessment of personality, communication, and research aptitude.
Final merit will be calculated based on the weighted scores of each stage as mentioned in the notification.
Syllabus Highlights
The written exam will test knowledge in the following areas:
- Advanced Plant Breeding and Genetics
- Soil Science and Fertility Management
- Entomology and Pest Management
- Agricultural Economics and Extension
- Research Methodology and Statistics
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official ICAR recruitment portal.
- Register using a valid email address and mobile number.
- Fill in personal and academic details as per the notification.
- Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required documents in PDF format.
- Pay the application fee through net banking, credit/debit card, or UPI.
- Review the application and submit.
- Take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
आवेदन करने से पहले पूर्ण विज्ञापन (Full Notification) जरूर पढ़े |
Important Links
| Link Name | Click Here |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
महत्वपूर्ण सूचना (Quick Summary in Hindi)
भारतीय कृषि अनुसंधान परिषद (ICAR) ने वैज्ञानिक भर्ती 2026 की घोषणा की है। इस भर्ती में वरिष्ठ एवं जूनियर वैज्ञानिक पदों के लिए विभिन्न विभागों में रिक्तियों की पेशकश की गई है। पात्रता के लिये कृषि, बागवानी, पशु विज्ञान या संबंधित विषय में पीएच.डी. आवश्यक है और न्यूनतम शैक्षणिक मानक भी निर्धारित किया गया है। आयु सीमा 21 से 35 वर्ष है, जिसमें अनुसूचित जाति, अनुसूचित जनजाति, अन्य पिछड़े वर्ग और विकलांग उम्मीदवारों को सरकारी नियमों के अनुसार छूट दी जाएगी। चयन प्रक्रिया में लिखित परीक्षा, कौशल परीक्षण और व्यक्तिगत साक्षात्कार शामिल हैं। लिखित परीक्षा में उन्नत पौध प्रजनन, मृदा विज्ञान, कीट नियंत्रण, कृषि अर्थशास्त्र और अनुसंधान पद्धति जैसे विषयों पर प्रश्न पूछे जाएंगे। आवेदन शुल्क सामान्य वर्ग के लिए 600 रुपये, OBC के लिए 300 रुपये और SC/ST/PwD के लिए निःशुल्क है। इच्छुक अभ्यर्थी आधिकारिक वेबसाइट (https://icar.org.in) पर जाकर ऑनलाइन आवेदन कर सकते हैं। आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि और अन्य महत्वपूर्ण तिथियां अभी घोषित नहीं की गई हैं, इसलिए आधिकारिक अधिसूचना को नियमित रूप से देखना आवश्यक है।
