ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute
(CCARI) Goa Recruitment 2026 – Young Professional & Senior Research Fellow
Vacancies
The ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute
(ICAR-CCARI), Ela, Old Goa, has released a recruitment notification
inviting eligible candidates to appear for the selection process for various
project-based positions. These appointments are purely temporary and will be
made under different research projects being implemented by the institute.
The recruitment includes vacancies for Young
Professional-II, Young Professional-I, and Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
across different agricultural and livestock research projects. Candidates
possessing qualifications in agriculture, horticulture, veterinary science,
biotechnology, microbiology, fisheries science, dairy science, food technology
and related disciplines are encouraged to apply.
The institute will conduct a written test followed by an
interview for eligible candidates.
About ICAR-CCARI
The ICAR-Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute
(CCARI) is a premier research institute functioning under the Indian
Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers
Welfare, Government of India. Located at Ela, Old Goa, the institute
undertakes research aimed at improving agriculture, livestock production,
fisheries, coastal farming systems and allied sectors.
The institute regularly recruits project staff to support
ongoing national research initiatives funded under various Government schemes.
Vacancy Details
The notification announces recruitment for the following
posts.
1. Young Professional-II
Project
National Agricultural Innovation Fund (NAIF), Component-II
(ABI)
Number of Posts
One
Monthly Salary
₹42,000 per month (Fixed)
Age Limit
Minimum: 21 years
Maximum: 45 years
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government Rules.
Project Duration
Up to 31 March 2027 or till completion of the
project, whichever is earlier.
Essential Qualification
Candidates should possess a Graduate Degree in any one of
the following disciplines:
- Agriculture
- Horticulture
- Agricultural
Engineering
- Veterinary
Science
- Animal
Sciences
- Dairy
Science
- Fisheries
Science
Desirable Qualification
Preference will be given to candidates having:
- Master's
Degree in Agriculture Management
- Agricultural
Economics
- Agricultural
Process Engineering
- Food
Science
- Food
Technology
- Agricultural
Processing
- Food
Engineering
- Post-Harvest
Technology
- Livestock
Products Technology
- Fish
Processing Technology
Candidates having experience in business planning,
commercialization, startup incubation, market research or entrepreneurship
development will also receive preference.
Nature of Work
Selected candidates will assist in:
- Business
incubation activities.
- Product
development.
- Business
planning.
- Commercialization
support.
- Startup
mentoring.
- Market
research.
- Organising
training programmes.
- Conducting
virtual meetings.
- Supporting
agri-business incubation activities.
2. Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
Project
Technology Demonstration Component – National Innovations in
Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA)
Number of Posts
One
Salary
₹37,000 per month + HRA (First & Second Year)
₹42,000 per month + HRA (Third Year)
Age Limit
35 years for men
40 years for women
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India
Rules.
Duration
Up to 30 September 2026 or till completion of the
project.
Essential Qualification
Candidates should possess:
- M.Sc.
(Agriculture)
- M.Sc.
(Horticulture)
- M.Sc.
(Forestry)
- M.Sc.
in other Basic Sciences
OR
Candidates having a postgraduate degree in Basic Sciences
with:
- Note:- Master degree in relevant subject with 4 years/5 years of Bachelor's degree
- a) Candidates having Post graduate degree in Basic Science with 3 years Bachelor's degree and 2 years Master's degreе should have NET qualifications and 2 years of research experience
- b) Claim of research Experience should be backed with necessary certificates.
Research experience must be supported by valid certificates.
Desirable Qualification
Preference will be given to candidates possessing:
- Minimum
two years experience in ICAR/KVK/NICRA projects.
- Knowledge
of computers.
- Statistical
analysis skills.
Job Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be responsible for:
- Baseline
surveys.
- Capacity-building
demonstrations.
- Climate-resilient
technology demonstrations.
- Monitoring
household data.
- Report
preparation.
- Documentation
and project implementation.
3. Young Professional-II
Project
Advancing Bovine TB Control through Diagnostics and Vaccines
Number of Posts
One
Salary
₹42,000 per month (Fixed)
Age Limit
21 to 45 years
Government age relaxation applicable.
Project Duration
Up to 31 March 2027 or till project completion.
Essential Qualification
Candidates should possess:
- MVSc
in Pathology
- Microbiology
- Biotechnology
- Parasitology
- Public
Health
OR
- M.Sc.
in Biotechnology
- Microbiology
Candidates with a minimum of one year research experience
will be preferred.
Desirable Qualification
Preference will be given to applicants possessing:
- PhD
in Biotechnology or Microbiology.
- Molecular
biology techniques.
- Genomic
data analysis.
Duties
Selected candidates will undertake:
- Livestock
sample collection.
- Laboratory
analysis.
- Microbiological
testing.
- Molecular
biology techniques.
- Sequencing
analysis.
- Data
recording.
- Laboratory
documentation.
4. Young Professional-I
Project
Advancing Bovine TB Control through Diagnostics and Vaccines
Number of Posts
One
Salary
₹30,000 per month (Fixed)
Age Limit
21 to 45 years
Government age relaxation applicable.
Project duration : Up to 31-03-2027 or Till completion of project
Essential Qualification
Graduate Degree in:
- Veterinary
Science
- Biotechnology
- Microbiology
Desirable Qualification
Preference will be given to candidates possessing:
- M.Sc.
in Biotechnology or Microbiology.
- Minimum
one year research experience.
- Working
knowledge of MS Office.
- Molecular
biology laboratory techniques.
- Genomic
data analysis.
Responsibilities
The selected candidate will assist in:
- Sample
collection.
- Laboratory
testing.
- Microbiological
analysis.
- Molecular
biology work.
- Livestock
data collection.
- Documentation
and reporting.
Selection Process
The recruitment process consists of two stages.
Eligible candidates will first appear for a written test.
Candidates qualifying in the written examination will be
called for the interview on the same day.
The interview will be conducted in a structured format after
completion of the written examination.
Written Test Date
The written examination is scheduled for:
04 August 2026
Candidates shortlisted in the written examination will
immediately appear for the interview during the afternoon session.
Documents Required
Applicants should carry the following documents while
appearing for the recruitment process:
- Duly
filled application form.
- Original
educational certificates.
- Self-attested
photocopies of all certificates.
- Birth
certificate or proof of age.
- Experience
certificates.
- Passport-size
photographs.
- Valid
identity proof.
- No
Objection Certificate (NOC), if currently employed.
- Any
other relevant testimonials supporting eligibility.
Applications submitted in formats other than the prescribed
application form will not be accepted.
Important Terms and Conditions
These appointments are purely temporary and project-based.
The appointments do not confer any right to claim regular
employment in ICAR-CCARI or any other ICAR institute.
No TA or DA will be provided for attending the written
examination or interview.
Selected candidates will be engaged on a full-time basis and
will not be permitted to undertake any other employment during the project
period.
Candidates whose near/distant relative(s) is an employee of
the ICAR-CCARI, have to declare it and communicate to this Office as per the
format attached. Such declaration must reach the undersigned by post or through
e-mail at director.ccari@gmail.com relative(s) working at ICAR-CCARI or other
ICAR Institutes will also furnish a declaration (format attached) on the date
of the interview
The Director, ICAR-CCARI reserves the right to modify,
cancel, fill or not fill any advertised vacancy without assigning reasons.
Candidates may resign by giving one month's notice.
Similarly, the institute may terminate services as per project requirements and
applicable conditions.
Why Apply for ICAR-CCARI Recruitment?
Working with ICAR-CCARI provides an opportunity to
contribute to nationally important agricultural research projects while gaining
valuable practical experience. Candidates selected for these positions will
work alongside experienced scientists and researchers in fields such as
climate-resilient agriculture, livestock disease management, biotechnology,
agri-business incubation and entrepreneurship.
These positions are particularly beneficial for candidates
aspiring to build careers in agricultural research, higher education,
biotechnology, veterinary sciences, rural development and government-funded
research projects.
Conclusion
The ICAR-CCARI Goa Recruitment 2026 offers an
excellent opportunity for qualified candidates from agriculture, veterinary
science, biotechnology, microbiology, horticulture, fisheries, food technology
and related disciplines. With vacancies available for Young Professional-I,
Young Professional-II and Senior Research Fellow, this recruitment provides
attractive monthly remuneration of up to ₹42,000 plus HRA (where applicable)
depending on the position.
Interested candidates should carefully verify their
eligibility, prepare all required documents and attend the written test on
04 August 2026, followed by the interview for shortlisted candidates. Since
these are project-based positions under prestigious national research
programmes, eligible applicants are encouraged to apply without delay.
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