Project Associate-I (Agriculture) – CSIR-TKDL
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Temporary
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹25,000 - ₹31,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Master's or Integrated Master's Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Animal Science, Veterinary Sciences, or Zoology.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — experience in documenting Traditional Agricultural Knowledge is preferred.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Project Associate-I (Agriculture) position involves the identification and interpretation of traditional agricultural practices from ancient classical texts. This role is part of the 'Digitization of Traditional Agricultural Practices of India' project at the CSIR-TKDL Unit in New Delhi. It is a specialized opportunity for postgraduates in Agriculture, Agronomy, or Veterinary Sciences to bridge the gap between traditional wisdom and modern documentation. The work contributes directly to safeguarding India's agricultural heritage against misappropriation in the global intellectual property landscape.
- Candidates with experience in documenting Traditional Agricultural Knowledge will be preferred.
- The walk-in selection process for this role is scheduled for 28 July 2026.
- Applicants must have a Master's or Integrated Master's degree in Agriculture or related biological sciences.
- The age limit is 35 years, with relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST/PwBD/Women and 3 years for OBC.
- The engagement is temporary and co-terminus with the project ending in March 2027.
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Additional Salary Information
₹31,000/- + HRA for NET/GATE/National exam qualified candidates; ₹25,000/- + HRA for others.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Online Application Screening In-person Written Test Interview (for shortlisted candidates) Document Verification
Application Fees
No application fee mentioned in the official notification.
Reservation
Standard CSIR/GoI reservation norms apply for the single vacancy and waitlist panel.
How to Apply
- Visit the official CSIR website at www.csir.res.in.
- Navigate to the career opportunities or recruitment section.
- Fill out the online application form with complete educational and experience details.
- Upload scanned copies of certificates for qualification, age, reservation category, and experience.
- Upload a detailed biodata and any publications or patents if applicable.
- Submit the form before the deadline of 23 July 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Keep a copy of the generated Application Number for future correspondence.
- Appear for the written test/interview at the designated venue in New Delhi on the reporting date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The monthly pay is ₹31,000 + HRA for NET/GATE qualified candidates and ₹25,000 + HRA for others.
A Master's or Integrated Master's Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, or Zoology is required.
The reporting date and time is 28 July 2026 at 9:30 AM.
