ICAR CRRI Young Professional-I & Field Operator Recruitment 2026
ICAR-Central Rice Research Institute (ICAR CRRI), Cuttack has released a notification for the recruitment of 2 Young Professional-I (YP-I) and Field Operator (FO) vacancies on a contractual basis. Eligible candidates can attend the walk-in interviews on 15 September and 16 September 2026 respectively.
| Organisation | ICAR-Central Rice Research Institute (ICAR CRRI) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Young Professional-I (YP-I), Field Operator (FO) |
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Last Date | |
| Qualification | B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture/Botany/Biotechnology/Microbiology OR Matriculation with +2 Vocational/Diploma/Experience in Agricultural related subject |
| Salary / Pay Scale | YP-I: ₹30,000 p.m., FO: ₹18,000 p.m. |
| Category | Research & University Jobs |
| District | Cuttack |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Walk-in Interview for Young Professional-I (YP-I) | 15 September 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview for Field Operator (FO) | 16 September 2026 |
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Young Professional-I (YP-I) | 1 |
| Field Operator (FO) | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
Pay Scale
| Post Name | Monthly Consolidated Stipend |
|---|---|
| Young Professional-I (YP-I) | ₹ 30,000/- |
| Field Operator (FO) | ₹ 18,000/- |
Eligibility
Educational Qualification
- Young Professional-I (YP-I): B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture / Botany / Biotechnology / Environmental Science / Microbiology / Molecular Biology.
- Field Operator (FO): Matriculation with +2 Vocational in Agricultural related subject OR Matriculation with Diploma in Agricultural related subject OR Matriculation with two years of working experience in agriculture related field.
Age Limit
- Young Professional-I (YP-I): Minimum 21 years and maximum 45 years.
- Field Operator (FO): Minimum 18 years and maximum 50 years.
- Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable for SC, ST, and OBC candidates as per Government of India norms.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | Nil |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Nil |
Selection Process
- Interview
- Trade Test (applicable only for Field Operator post)
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before attending the walk-in interview.
- Download the application format if available in the official notification.
- Prepare your application and assemble all original certificates along with one set of self-attested photocopies (including educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof, and category certificates).
- Bring recent passport-size photographs.
- Report at the interview venue on the scheduled date and time:
- Venue: ICAR-Central Rice Research Institute, Cuttack, Odisha - 753006
- YP-I Interview: 15 September 2026
- Field Operator Interview: 16 September 2026
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Key Highlights
- Organization: ICAR-Central Rice Research Institute (ICAR CRRI)
- Total Vacancies: 2 contractual posts
- Post Names: Young Professional-I (YP-I) & Field Operator (FO)
- Stipend: ₹18,000 to ₹30,000 per month
- Interview Dates: 15 September 2026 (YP-I) & 16 September 2026 (FO)
- Location: Cuttack, Odisha
- Application Fee: Nil for all categories
- Selection Process: Interview and Trade Test (for FO)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the date of the walk-in interview for ICAR CRRI Recruitment 2026?
The walk-in interview is scheduled on 15 September 2026 for the Young Professional-I (YP-I) post and 16 September 2026 for the Field Operator (FO) post.
What is the salary offered for the YP-I and FO posts?
Young Professional-I receives a consolidated monthly salary of ₹30,000, while Field Operator receives ₹18,000 per month.
What qualification is needed for the Field Operator post?
Candidates must have completed Matriculation with +2 Vocational in an agricultural-related subject, or a Diploma in an agricultural-related subject, or have two years of work experience in an agriculture-related field.