Recruitment at ICAR CTCRI Odisha 2026: Vacancy for Young Professional-II

ICAR-CTCRI Recruitment 2026: Young Professional-II Opportunity

Recruitment at ICAR CTCRI Odisha 2026: The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI) has announced a recruitment drive for a Young Professional-II. This position is part of a specialized project titled “Development of Cassava Value Chain based Entrepreneurship through Satellite Incubation Center to enhance Tribal livelihoods in Kalvarayan hills, Kallakurichi”.

While this specific role is based in Tamil Nadu, those seeking a Govt job in Odisha may find the research standards of ICAR-CTCRI relevant, as the institute often has a presence in various regions.

Job Details & Remuneration details for Recruitment at ICAR CTCRI Odisha

• Post Name: Young Professional-II (One Post)
• Location: Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu
• Duration: One year, extendable based on performance and fund availability
• Salary: Consolidated emoluments of Rs. 42,000/- per month

Finding a high-paying Govt job in Odisha or other states within the ICAR system is a competitive but rewarding career path for agricultural graduates.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this walk-in interview, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Essential Education: A Postgraduate degree in Agriculture (with specialization in Agronomy, Horticulture, or Soil Science) or Food Technology.
• Academic Record: First Class or 60% marks (or equivalent GPA) in both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.+1
• Language Skills: Proficiency in Tamil is mandatory.
• Age Limit: Between 21 to 45 years (relaxations apply as per ICAR rules).
• Desirable: Experience working with tribal populations in Tamil Nadu.

If you are currently searching for a Govt job in Odisha, ensure your academic credentials align with these national standards set by ICAR.

Walk-in Interview Details for Recruitment at ICAR CTCRI Odisha

This recruitment will be conducted via a Written Test-cum-Walk-in Interview.

• Date: 20th February 2026
• Reporting Time: 10:00 AM (Candidates should arrive 60 minutes early)
• Venue: O/o The Project Officer, Tribal Welfare Dept., District Collectorate (old building), Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu.

How to Apply for Recruitment at ICAR CTCRI Odisha

1. Application Form: Complete the proforma application with a recent passport-size photograph.
2. Documentation: Bring self-attested photocopies of mark sheets (from SSLC onwards), experience certificates, and publications.
3. Verification: Original documents must be produced for verification before the written test.
4. No TA/DA: No travel allowance will be paid for attending the interview.

Securing a Govt job in Odisha or at any ICAR institute requires thorough preparation and presentation of your research background during these interviews.

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Recruitment at ICAR CTCRI Odisha 2025

Walk-in Recruitment Details for Recruitment at ICAR CTCRI Odisha

• Institute: ICAR – Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Regional Station
• Location of Posting & Interview: Regional Station, ICAR-CTCRI, Dumuduma Housing Board, Bhubaneswar – 751 019, Odisha
• Event: Walk-in-Written Examination and Interview

💼 Position Information for Recruitment at ICAR CTCRI Odisha

📌 Terms and Conditions

• The position is purely on a temporary basis and is co-terminus with the project. There is no provision for re-employment after termination of the project.
• Candidates must report 60 minutes before the reporting time for necessary formalities and document verification.
• Candidates must bring original certificates (age, educational qualification), one set of self-attested photocopies, experience certificate (if applicable), the latest photograph, and the filled application form (Proforma enclosed).
• An NOC (No objection certificate) is required from the employer if the candidate is currently employed elsewhere.
• Those without proof of educational qualification will not be allowed to attend the test and interview.
• No travelling or other allowances are admissible for attending the written examination and interview.
• Selection will be based on academic performance, additional relevant qualifications, research/technology incubation experience, and performance in the interview.
• The Director, ICAR-CTCRI, retains the final decision-making authority.

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Recruitment at ICAR CTCRI Odisha 2025

Recruitment: Young Professional-II at ICAR-CTCRI

The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (CTCRI) is inviting applications for a Walk-in Written Examination and Interview for one post of Young Professional-II in the Crop Utilization section.

• Post: Young Professional-II
• Vacancy: 1
• Salary: Rs. 42,000/- per month (Fixed).
• Duration: Initial appointment is for one year or up to March 2027.

🎓 Essential Qualifications

Candidates must have a Master’s degree in any branch of Chemistry or Biochemistry , AND be qualified in National Eligibility Tests like ICAR-NET, CSIR-UGC NET, or GATE, or other specified National Level Examinations.

🗓️ Walk-in Details for Recruitment at ICAR CTCRI Odisha

• Date & Time: 29.12.2025 at 10.00 AM.
• Location: ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute, Sreekariyam, Thiruvananthapuram-695017, Kerala, India.

Candidates must bring original certificates, self-attested photocopies, and the filled application form (proforma enclosed in the document).

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Recruitment at ICAR CTCRI Odisha 2025

The ICAR-Central Tuber Crops Research Institute (ICAR-CTCRI), Sreekariyam, Thiruvananthapuram, has announced a recruitment drive for one Young Professional-I (YP-I) and one Skilled Labour to work under the project “Use of Red Mud for soil amelioration and development of red mud area for cultivation at Vedanta Ltd, Lanjigarh, Odisha”.

Walk-in Interview & Written Test Details for Recruitment at ICAR CTCRI Odisha

Available Contractual Posts and Emoluments Details for Recruitment at ICAR CTCRI Odisha

Note: Both posts are purely on a contract basis and are co-terminus with the project.

🎯 Essential Qualifications & Desired Skills

1. Young Professional-I

• Essential Qualification: B.Sc. in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or B.Sc. in Agriculture.
• Essential Skills: Sound knowledge and work experience in a soil laboratory on soil analytical techniques.
• Desirable Qualifications: M.Sc. in Agriculture (Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry) / M.Sc. in Chemistry (Inorganic/Analytical Chemistry) / M.Sc. in Environmental Science.
• Additional Desirable Skills: Experience in conducting lab and field experiments, data recording, data analysis, and publication.
• Bonus: Additional weightage for candidates with a keen interest in red mud and fly ash research and the ability to travel to project sites for conducting studies.
• Age Limit: Between 21 to 35 years as on the date of recruitment (relaxation as per ICAR rules).

2. Skilled Labour

• Essential Qualification: Plus Two with vocational agriculture / B.Sc. (Chemistry) / B.Sc. (Environmental Science) .
• Desirable Skills: Skills in assisting and managing field, laboratory, and related analytical/outside works. This includes maintenance at project locations and data management.
• Common Requirement (Both Posts): Basic computer knowledge.
• Age Limit: Between 21 to 35 years as on the date of recruitment (relaxation as per ICAR rules).

Selection Procedure for Recruitment at ICAR CTCRI Odisha

The selection for the posts of Young Professional-I and Skilled Labour will be based on the following criteria:

• Academic Performance
• Additional Relevant Qualifications
• Research / Technology Incubation Experience (This would be more applicable to the YP-I post)
• Performance in the Interview

✅ Mandatory Requirements for Candidates

Candidates must arrive 60 minutes before the reporting time for official formalities and document verification.

• Application: Bring an application with your full bio-data addressed to the Director, ICAR-CTCRI, Thiruvananthapuram.
• Documents: Bring original documents for verification AND self-attested photocopies of:
  • Certificates and mark sheets (from SSLC onwards).
  • Experience certificates.
  • Publications/additional qualifications relevant to the job.
• Photograph: Affix a recent passport size photograph on top of the application.
• NOC: If you are currently employed elsewhere, you must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your employer.

Important Note: The previous recruitment notice dated 07.10.2025 has been cancelled, and this new notification (Dated: 27.10.2025) is the one to follow. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the test/interview.

Important Links

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Website: https://www.ctcri.org/