CICR Sirsa Recruitment 2026: Agriculture Research Posts, Walk-ins from 4 to 12 November
AGRO PATH FINDER • AGRICULTURE CAREERS • 2026
ICAR–Central Institute for Cotton Research has announced contractual recruitment under the Mission for Cotton Productivity (Kapas Kranti). The agriculture and research opportunities below cover 30 positions at Sirsa and 2 positions based in New Delhi, with selection at the Sirsa station.
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The original advertisement contains 36 positions overall. This agriculture-focused table covers 32 relevant positions. Check the exact row, qualification and interview date before travelling.
Recruitment at a glance
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Notification | F. No. Rectt./2026-27/MCP(KK)/RA, Y.P.-II, SRF, Y.P.-I/; dated 22 October 2026 |
| Project | Mission for Cotton Productivity (Kapas Kranti), 2026–2031 |
| Engagement | Temporary / contractual; advertised period up to 31 March 2027, with possible extension subject to need and performance |
| Age | The advertisement specifies 21–45 years for YP-I, YP-II, SRF and RA, assessed on the interview date; relaxation as per Government of India rules |
| Selection | Written test-cum-walk-in interview |
| Reporting / test time | 9:00 AM IST on the post-specific date |
| Interview venue | ICAR-CICR Regional Station, Sirsa — 125055, Haryana; opposite the main gate of Chaudhary Devi Lal University on Mini Bypass, or near Yog Divya Mandir on the connecting road |
Post-wise eligibility, vacancies and interview schedule
| Post / positions | Essential qualification | Monthly remuneration | Interview |
|---|---|---|---|
| YP-II — 2; Sirsa | Master’s in Molecular Biology / Biotechnology / Agricultural Biotechnology; or Plant Pathology with molecular virology specialisation; or Life Science with Molecular Biology/Biotechnology specialisation. | ₹42,000 consolidated | 4 November 2026, 9:00 AM |
| YP-II — 3; Sirsa | Master’s in Genetics / Genetics & Plant Breeding / Plant Breeding / Molecular Biology / Plant Biotechnology; or Life Sciences with Botany/Biotechnology specialisation. | ₹42,000 consolidated | 4 November 2026, 9:00 AM |
| YP-II — 1; Sirsa | Master’s in Agronomy / Soil Science. | ₹42,000 consolidated | 4 November 2026, 9:00 AM |
| YP-II — 2; Sirsa | Master’s in Agronomy / Soil Science / Plant Pathology / Entomology / Extension. | ₹42,000 consolidated | 4 November 2026, 9:00 AM |
| YP-II — 3; Sirsa | Master’s in Agricultural Entomology / Plant Pathology / Nematology; or Life Science with Botany/Zoology/Biotechnology specialisation. | ₹42,000 consolidated | 5 November 2026, 9:00 AM |
| YP-II — 1; Sirsa | Master’s in Agricultural Economics / Agricultural Extension / Agricultural Statistics / Agri-business Management, with B.Sc. Agriculture. | ₹42,000 consolidated | 5 November 2026, 9:00 AM |
| Senior Research Fellow — 2; Sirsa | Master’s in Agricultural Entomology / Pathology / Nematology. | ₹37,000 + HRA in years 1–2; ₹42,000 + HRA from year 3 | 5 November 2026, 9:00 AM |
| YP-I — 14; Sirsa | Bachelor’s in Agriculture; or Bachelor’s/B.Sc. Life Sciences with Botany / Biotechnology / Zoology specialisation. | ₹30,000 consolidated | 11 November 2026, 9:00 AM |
| YP-I — 2; Sirsa | Bachelor’s in Agriculture / Agri-business Management. | ₹30,000 consolidated | 11 November 2026, 9:00 AM |
| Research Associate — 1; New Delhi posting | PhD in Genetics & Plant Breeding / Plant Biotechnology / Seed Science & Technology / Plant Protection (Entomology/Plant Pathology); OR the specified Master’s in these subjects with a 4/5-year Bachelor’s degree, first division or 60% or equivalent grade, at least 3 years of research experience, and 1 SCI/NAAS-rated journal paper. | ₹61,000 + HRA for eligible Master’s holders; ₹67,000 + HRA for PhD holders | 12 November 2026, 9:00 AM; selection at Sirsa |
| YP-II — 1; New Delhi posting | M.Sc. in Genetics & Plant Breeding / Plant Biotechnology / Seed Science & Technology / Plant Protection (Entomology/Plant Pathology). | ₹42,000 consolidated | 12 November 2026, 9:00 AM; selection at Sirsa |
The New Delhi positions are based in the Commercial Crops Section, ICAR, Krishi Bhawan. Their selection is scheduled at the Sirsa station. Desirable qualifications, including PhD, relevant field/laboratory experience and data-analysis skills, vary by row; consult the original table.
Application and selection steps
- Choose the exact post and check both essential and desirable qualifications in the official PDF.
- Download and complete the application proforma included in the same PDF.
- Attend the written test-cum-walk-in at Sirsa on the date assigned to your post, at 9:00 AM IST.
- Carry original degree/provisional certificates and other age, qualification, experience and category records; bring one set of photocopies, the filled application and a passport-size photograph.
- Employed candidates should produce the required No Objection Certificate. No TA/DA is payable.
Official notification and application form
Source checked: 26 October 2026. All interview/reporting times are in Indian Standard Time. Read the recruiting institution’s original notice and amendments before applying. Agro Path Finder shares recruitment information and is not the recruiting institution.
