CTCRI Young Professional-II Recruitment 2026 for 1 PostWalk-in

• An M.Sc. from a recognized university in Agricultural Biotechnology, Biotechnology, Plant Biotechnology or Plant Molecular Biology is required.
• Experience in tissue culture, plant genome editing or transgenics is desirable.

• Prepare an application containing your full bio-data and address it to the Director, ICAR Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Thiruvananthapuram.
• Enclose duly attested photocopies of certificates and mark sheets from SSLC onwards, along with experience certificates, publications and additional qualification records.
• Affix a recent passport-size photograph at the top of the application.
• If currently employed elsewhere, bring a no-objection certificate from your employer.
• Attend the written test-cum-walk-in interview at ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on 19 November 2026. Reporting is at 10:00 AM, and candidates are asked to arrive 60 minutes earlier.
• Present your original documents before the written test.

Recruitment and engagement terms

ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute has issued advertisement F.No. 53/2024-GeneEdtg (E 294522), dated 28 October 2026, for one Young Professional-II position. The posting is in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, with remuneration of Rs. 42,000 per month. This is a purely contractual engagement linked to the project, rather than a permanent appointment. The initial term is up to 31 March 2027, with an extension described as likely.

Who can attend

The required qualification is an M.Sc. from a recognized university in Agricultural Biotechnology, Biotechnology, Plant Biotechnology or Plant Molecular Biology. Experience in tissue culture, plant genome editing or transgenics is desirable. Applicants must be between 21 and 45 years old as on 1 June 2026. ICAR age-relaxation rules apply, but specific category-wise relaxation periods are not listed.

Walk-in schedule and selection

The written test-cum-walk-in interview is on 19 November 2026 at ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Thiruvananthapuram. The reporting time is 10:00 AM, and candidates are asked to be present 60 minutes beforehand. Selection considers the written test and interview, together with academic performance, additional relevant qualifications, and research or technology incubation experience.

Prepare the application and documents

• Address a full bio-data application to the Director of the institute.
• Attach duly attested copies of certificates and mark sheets from SSLC onwards, experience certificates, publications and additional qualification records.
• Place a recent passport-size photograph at the top of the application.
• Bring original documents for verification before the written test.
• Candidates employed elsewhere must bring an employer-issued no-objection certificate.

Conditions to note

The notification does not specify an application fee. No travelling or daily allowance will be paid for attending the test or interview. The appointing authority may postpone or cancel the interview without providing a reason.