By Mukesh 
ICAR National Institute for Plant Biotechnology (ICAR NIPB) Research Associate Notification 2026 has been released on the official website nipb.icar.gov.in. A total of 1 vacancy has been announced through the ICAR NIPB Research Associate Recruitment 2026.
Candidates up to 40 years of age who have a PhD or Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or Bioinformatics with specialization in Plant Science and the required research experience are eligible to attend the walk-in interview for these Research Associate vacancies. The online application deadline for virtual mode is 10 June 2026, and the walk-in interview for ICAR NIPB Research Associate Recruitment 2026 will be conducted on 12 June 2026 at 09:30 am.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and check the walk-in interview details through the direct links provided below in this article.
ICAR NIPB Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Overview
ICAR NIPB Research Associate Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates should download and read the ICAR NIPB Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.
Download ICAR NIPB Research Associate Job 2026 Notification PDF
ICAR NIPB Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
ICAR NIPB Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
- Research Associate:
- For Ph.D degree holders: PhD degree in Molecular Biology/ Biotechnology/ Molecular Biology and Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Bioinformatics with specialization in Plant Science.
- OR For Master’s degree holders: Master’s degree in Molecular Biology/ Biotechnology/ Molecular Biology and Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Bioinformatics with relevant specialization with 4 years/5 years of Bachelor’s degree having 1st division or 60% marks or equivalent overall GPA, with at-least 3 years’ of research experience as evidenced from fellowship/associateship/training/other engagement and one research paper in SCI/NAAS rated (≥4) Journal.
ICAR NIPB Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
- Maximum Age Limit: 40 years
- Age Relaxation: Female: 45 years; Relaxation for OBC Non-Creamy Layer/SC/ST/PH candidates as per GoI rules
ICAR NIPB Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Salary / Stipend
- Rs. 61000/- + 30% HRA (Master’s degree holders)
- Rs. 67000/- + 30% HRA (PhD degree holders)
ICAR NIPB Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
ICAR NIPB Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
- Walk-in Interview
- Document Verification
Walk-In Procedure
Candidates who wish to attend the walk-in interview for ICAR NIPB Research Associate Recruitment 2026 should follow the steps below.
- Read the official notification carefully before attending the interview.
- Candidates must report at the venue as per the reporting time mentioned in the notification.
- Carry all original documents along with one set of self-attested photocopies such as ID proof, educational certificates, experience certificates (if required), and category certificate (if applicable).
- Bring the duly filled application form if required in the notification.
- Verify eligibility criteria before attending the interview.
- Candidates are advised to reach the venue well in advance to complete registration formalities.
- Keep extra passport-size photographs for submission if required.
ICAR NIPB Research Associate Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
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