Senior Research Fellow – IARI
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹37,000 - ₹42,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Master's degree in Agricultural Physics, Agriculture Meteorology, Agricultural Engineering, Geoinformatics, or Environmental Sciences with NET/GATE qualification.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of relevant research experience is required as per specified norms.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 40 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Senior Research Fellow (SRF) role at the Division of Agricultural Physics involves advanced research in crop modelling and remote sensing data analysis. This single opening offers a structured pay scale starting at ₹37,000 plus HRA, increasing to ₹42,000 in the third year. It is a prestigious opportunity for postgraduates in Agricultural Physics, Meteorology, or Environmental Sciences to apply machine learning algorithms to agricultural yield predictions. The position is perfect for researchers looking to build a career in climate-resilient agriculture within a premier national institute.
- The tenure is initially for one year, extendable based on project requirements and performance.
- Applicants must have a Master's degree in relevant agricultural or engineering sciences with NET/GATE qualification.
- The role requires two years of research experience for those with specific 3-year Bachelor's degree backgrounds.
- Age limits are set at 35 years for men and 40 years for women, with standard government relaxations applicable.
- The work involves acquiring and analyzing remote sensing data to enhance crop growth and yield simulations.
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Additional Salary Information
₹37,000 per month + HRA for the 1st and 2nd year, and ₹42,000 per month + HRA for the 3rd year.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on eligibility and academic performance Online or In-person Interview
Application Fees
No Application Fee
Reservation
1 vacancy (Unreserved/General)
How to Apply
- Prepare a single PDF file containing the scanned copies of all original documents.
- Fill out the application in the prescribed proforma (Annexure I) provided in the notification.
- Access the Google Form link: https://forms.gle/EYeuXdVWDqjZXLcX7 Upload the consolidated PDF and submit the form by 24th July 2026.
- Ensure a valid email ID and phone number are provided for communication regarding the interview.
- For queries, contact iarirsag@gmail.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
The salary is ₹37,000 + HRA for the first two years and ₹42,000 + HRA for the third year.
A Master's degree in Agricultural Physics, Meteorology, or related Engineering fields with NET/GATE qualification is required.
There is 1 vacancy available for the Senior Research Fellow (SRF) position.