ICAR-CRRI Cuttack Recruitment 2026: 27 YP, JRF and Field Operator Posts, Walk-ins 2–5 November
27 temporary research and field opportunities across three projects. ICAR–Central Rice Research Institute, Cuttack (Kataka), Odisha has notified YP-I, YP-II, JRF and Agricultural Field Operator positions. Interviews take place at ICAR-CRRI, Cuttack on 2–5 November 2026.
Vacancies, pay and walk-in schedule
| Project / Post | Posts | Monthly remuneration | Walk-in date and time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paddy Straw Management, EAP-485: YP-II | 1 | ₹42,000 consolidated | 2 November 2026, 10:00 AM |
| EAP-485: YP-I | 3 | ₹30,000 consolidated | 2 November 2026, 2:30 PM |
| EAP-485: Agricultural Field Operator | 20 | ₹18,000 consolidated | 3 November 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Nitrogen Fixation, EAP-200: YP-I | 1 | ₹30,000 consolidated | 4 November 2026, 9:30 AM |
| EAP-200: JRF | 1 | ₹37,000 + HRA at 20% | 4 November 2026, 2:00 PM |
| Pesticide Residues, EAP-482: YP-II | 1 | ₹42,000 consolidated | 5 November 2026, 10:30 AM |
Essential qualifications and age
| Position / Project | Essential qualification | Age on interview date |
|---|---|---|
| YP-II, EAP-485 | M.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture / Botany / Microbiology | 21–45 years |
| YP-I, EAP-485 | B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture / Botany / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Molecular Biology | 21–45 years |
| AFO, EAP-485 | Matriculation with +2 vocational in an agriculture-related subject OR Matriculation with two years’ working experience from a reputed organization | 18–50 years |
| YP-I, EAP-200 | B.Sc. (Hon.) in Agriculture / Microbiology / Botany / Biotechnology | 21–45 years |
| JRF, EAP-200 | PG in Basic Science OR Graduate/PG in a Professional Course, selected through the national eligibility/examination routes stated in the PDF; eligible disciplines: Microbiology / Biotechnology / Botany / Zoology | Maximum 35 years for men; 40 for women |
| YP-II, EAP-482 | M.Sc. (Ag.) specializing in Agricultural Chemistry OR M.Sc. in Botany / Microbiology / Chemistry / Environmental Science | 21–45 years |
Age relaxations apply as specified in the notices/Government rules. For JRF, the prescribed selection route includes CSIR-UGC NET (including lectureship)/GATE or the stated national-level examinations of Central Government departments, agencies and institutions. A Master’s degree alone does not establish JRF eligibility.
Project details and tenure
EAP-485 covers “Standard Operating Protocol (SOP) on Paddy Straw Waste Management under the OIIPCRA”. EAP-200 studies genetic modifications and biological nitrogen fixation in rice (Advertisement 39/JRF/YP-I/2026-27). EAP-482 covers Monitoring of Pesticide Residues at National Level (Advertisement 38/YP-II/2026-27). The notices specify engagement up to 31 March 2027 or project completion, whichever is earlier. Publication dates are not clearly printed in the retrieved PDFs.
How to attend
Download and fill the institute’s biodata form. Bring one recent passport-size photograph, original educational certificates from Matriculation onwards, photocopies and relevant experience certificates. Originals are required even if documents are on DigiLocker. Employed candidates and those pursuing studies must bring an NOC. Arrive before the scheduled reporting time; late candidates will not be entertained. A screening test may be held if attendance is high. No TA/DA is paid.
Official notifications and biodata
Paddy Straw Management: 24 positions — official PDF
Nitrogen Fixation: JRF and YP-I — official PDF
Pesticide Residues: YP-II — official PDF
Download prescribed biodata form
Check institute’s walk-in interview page for updates
Original notifications checked on 26 October 2026. These are temporary positions without a right to regular absorption. Read the complete project-specific notice before attending.
