CMFRI Young Professional-I Recruitment 2026 for 1 PostOut

• M.F.Sc. or M.Sc. in a fisheries-related branch.
• The eligibility details list one year of marine ornamental fish rearing experience supported by publications, or CSIR/ICAR-NET. The same condition is also listed as desirable; check the official notification for its exact applicability.

• Download the official notification and complete the prescribed bio-data format.
• Assemble scanned copies of original supporting documents from matriculation onwards and the signed Annexure-I and Annexure-II declarations.
• Include the applicable caste or claim certificate issued by the Tahsildar if seeking reservation or age relaxation.
• Combine the bio-data and required supporting documents into one PDF file.
• Email the PDF to the application address given in the official notification by 18 November 2026.
• If shortlisted, follow the interview instructions sent by email and attend on 25 November 2026.

Recruitment overview

The Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute has announced one Young Professional-I vacancy at Vizhinjam under Advertisement No. F.No.21-3/2025/NICRA-R/Vzm., dated 16 October 2026. This is a purely contractual engagement with a monthly payment of Rs. 30,000. The initial engagement is for a maximum of one year, with extension governed by ICAR guidelines.

Who should check the notice

The educational requirement is an M.F.Sc. or an M.Sc. in a fisheries-related branch. The eligibility information also mentions one year of experience in marine ornamental fish rearing supported by publications, or CSIR/ICAR-NET. Because this condition appears under both experience and desirable qualifications in the provided details, applicants should read its exact wording in the official notification before submitting their application. The stated age range is 21 to 45 years, assessed on the interview date.

Preparing and sending the application

Applications are accepted by email, with 18 November 2026 as the submission deadline. Use the prescribed bio-data format and attach scanned copies of original supporting documents from matriculation onwards. Include the duly signed declarations in Annexure-I and Annexure-II. Applicants seeking reservation or age relaxation must provide the applicable recent community/caste or claim certificate issued by the Tahsildar.

All application material must be combined into a single PDF file. Send that file to the email address specified in the official notification. The notification does not specify an application fee.

Shortlisting and interview requirements

CMFRI will assess applications using qualifications and experience before shortlisting candidates for interview. Shortlisted applicants will receive interview communication by email, and the interview is scheduled for 25 November 2026. Candidates must produce one valid identity document at the interview. Those whose marks are recorded as CGPA or OGPA must also produce an approved conversion table or formula.