Overview of ICAR NRRI Young Professional and Field Assistant Recruitment
The ICAR – Central Rice Research Institute (CRRI), located in Cuttack, Odisha, has announced a walk-in recruitment drive for various project-based positions under the project “Harnessing the Benefits of Carbon Farming vis-à-vis Carbon Credit for Balancing Economic Development with Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation” (EAP-454). The roles include Young Professional-II, Young Professional-I, and Field Assistant. Selected candidates will work on activities related to climate-smart agriculture, data management, farmer outreach, and field implementation.
The recruitment offers an opportunity to work in a premier agricultural research institution and contribute to climate change mitigation and sustainable farming practices.
ICAR NRRI Young Professional & Field Assistant Recruitment 2025 : Overview
- Post Name: Young Professional-II, Young Professional-I and Field Assistant
- Job Type: Contractual
- Location: Cuttack, Odisha
- Who Can Apply: All Odisha Candidates (Both Male & Female)
- Application Mode: Offline
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Important Dates
Young Professional-II, Young Professional-I, and Field Assistant
- Date of Interview:
- Young Professional-II: 21.08.2025 at 10:30 AM
- Young Professional-I: 21.08.2025 at 03:00 PM
- Field Assistant: 22.08.2025 at 10:30 AM
- Reporting Time: Candidates must report before the scheduled time, as late entries will not be entertained.
- Venue: ICAR-CRRI, Cuttack, Odisha
Vacancy
Total Number of Posts – 03
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Young Professional-II | 01 |
| Young Professional-I | 01 |
| Field Assistant | 03 |
Application Fees
The candidate need not require to pay any application fees.
Salary
The salary of young professional-II, young professional-I and field assistant is given below.
- Young Professional-II: ₹42,000 per month (consolidated)
- Young Professional-I: ₹30,000 per month (consolidated)
- Field Assistant: ₹18,000 per month (consolidated)
Educational Qualification Details
For Young Professional-II:
- Essential: Master’s degree in Remote Sensing and GIS / Geoinformatics / Environmental Science / any discipline of Agriculture.
- Desirable: Knowledge of smart agricultural practices, computer programming, and at least 2 years’ experience in a research organization.
For Young Professional-I:
- Essential: B.Sc. in Agriculture / Biotechnology / Environmental Science / Botany / Life Science.
- Desirable: Experience in climate-smart agricultural practices, programming skills, and preference for candidates with farm machinery operation certification.
For Field Assistant:
- Essential:
- Matric + 2 Vocational in Agriculture OR
- Matric with 2 years’ relevant experience OR
- Matric with ITI OR
- +2 Science
Age Limit
- Young Professional-II: 21–45 years
- Young Professional-I: 21–45 years
- Field Assistant: 18–50 years
Upper Age relaxation as per govt guidelines.
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Walk-in-Interview at the specified date and time
- Document Verification – Candidates must bring original and self-attested photocopies of educational and experience certificates.
- Skill Test (if applicable) – Particularly for Field Assistant roles involving farm machinery operation.
- Final Selection based on performance in interview and skill test.
Exam Pattern
How to Apply
- Download the biodata form from the ICAR-CRRI official website.
- Fill in all details clearly and attach self-attested copies of required certificates.
- Bring the filled form, certificates, and a recent passport-size photograph to the interview venue.
- Appear at the venue before the reporting time. Late arrivals will not be considered
Important Documents
Attach self-attested copies of all the documents, the candidates should bring at the time interview along with original documents.
Candidates must bring:
- Filled-in biodata form (from official website)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Original and photocopies of:
- Educational qualification certificates (Matriculation onwards)
- Experience certificates (if applicable)
- ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID)
- Caste certificate (for reserved category candidates)
- Skill certificate (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer, if currently employed
Important Links
| Post Name | Date of Interview | Reporting Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young Professional-II | 21.08.2025 | 10:30 AM | ICAR-CRRI, Cuttack |
| Young Professional-I | 21.08.2025 | 03:00 PM | ICAR-CRRI, Cuttack |
| Field Assistant | 22.08.2025 | 10:30 AM | ICAR-CRRI, Cuttack |
| Application Form | Click Here | Download Notfication | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is this a permanent job?
No, all positions are purely temporary and linked to the project duration.
Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes, but preference is given to local candidates for Field Assistant positions.
What is the project duration?
Up to 31 March 2026 or until project completion, whichever is earlier
Is experience mandatory?
For YP-II and YP-I, experience is desirable but not mandatory. For Field Assistant, relevant experience or vocational training is preferred
