ICAR Recruitment 2024: Young Professional Vacancy
Patna, Bihar & Pusa, Samastipur, Bihar (India)
Job Summary
The ICAR Recruitment 2024 drive offers a significant opportunity for agriculture graduates to advance their careers. The ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region (ICAR-RCER) in Patna is conducting a walk-in interview for Young Professional-I (YP-I) and Young Professional-II (YP-II) positions on a contractual basis. These roles are essential for supporting key agricultural research projects. The YP-I position will be based at Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University (RPCAU) in Pusa, Samastipur, while the YP-II role is located at the main ICAR-RCER campus in Patna. This recruitment is a prime chance for candidates with B.Sc. or M.Sc. in agricultural sciences to gain valuable experience. Interested individuals must attend the interview on June 27, 2024. For more details on similar government job opportunities, you can explore our dedicated portal. This is a chance to contribute to impactful research in India’s eastern agricultural landscape.
Key Responsibilities
- Young Professional-II:
- Collect, compile, and analyze research data for the project on agricultural mechanization and energy management.
- Assist senior researchers in preparing reports, presentations, and scientific documentation.
- Utilize computer software for data entry, statistical analysis, and record keeping.
- Young Professional-I:
- Conduct extensive fieldwork related to the Long Term Fertilizer Experiment project.
- Perform soil and plant sample collection, processing, and analysis in the laboratory.
- Maintain accurate field records and assist with day-to-day project operations.
- Collaborate with the project team to ensure experimental protocols are followed correctly.
Required Qualifications
- For Young Professional-II (YP-II): M.Sc. in Agronomy, Soil Science, Agricultural Economics, or Agricultural Extension.
- For Young Professional-I (YP-I): B.Sc. in Agriculture from a recognized university.
- Age Limit: Candidates must be between 21 and 45 years of age as of the interview date. Age relaxation is applicable as per government regulations.
Preferred Qualifications
- For Young Professional-II (YP-II): Prior experience in research data collection and proficiency in computer applications.
- For Young Professional-I (YP-I): Hands-on experience in agricultural fieldwork and laboratory analysis of soil and plant samples.
Salary and Benefits
A competitive fixed monthly salary is offered for these contractual positions.
- Young Professional-II (YP-II): ₹42,000 per month (Fixed).
- Young Professional-I (YP-I): ₹30,000 per month (Fixed).
As these are temporary roles, other benefits will be provided as per the prevailing norms of ICAR for contractual staff.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must attend a walk-in interview. Follow these steps to apply:
- Download the official notification and the prescribed application form using the link provided here: Official Notification PDF.
- Fill out the application form completely and accurately.
- Gather all original documents for verification, including educational certificates, age proof, and experience letters.
- Prepare one set of self-attested photocopies of all your documents.
- Attend the interview on 27.06.2024 at 11:00 AM at the following venue:
ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region, ICAR Parisar, P.O.- B.V. College, Patna-800014 (Bihar)
The application process is through a walk-in interview. The deadline to appear is June 27, 2024.
FAQs
Q1: What is the salary for the ICAR Young Professional positions?
The fixed monthly salary is ₹42,000 for the Young Professional-II (YP-II) post and ₹30,000 for the Young Professional-I (YP-I) post.
Q2: Is the ICAR Young Professional job a permanent government position?
No, these positions are purely temporary and offered on a contractual basis for the duration of the specific research projects. There is no provision for permanent employment.
About ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region (ICAR-RCER)
The ICAR Research Complex for Eastern Region (ICAR-RCER), located in Patna, is a premier research institution under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). It is dedicated to addressing the agricultural challenges and improving the livelihoods of farmers in the eastern part of India through innovative research and technology development. The institute focuses on enhancing agricultural productivity, sustainability, and profitability in the region. To stay updated with such career opportunities, check our Latest News section regularly.
Last Updated: 2024-05-21
