Career Opportunity at ICAR – Central Institute of Temperate Horticulture (CITH), Srinagar

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The ICAR–Central Institute of Temperate Horticulture (CITH), Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, invites applications from eligible and motivated candidates for a Walk-in-Interview for the temporary position of Young Professional–II. This is an excellent opportunity for qualified individuals to contribute to a prestigious national institute engaged in advanced horticultural research.

Position Details

  • Post Name: Young Professional–II
  • No. of Positions: 01
  • Project Name: DUS Centre for Temperate Fruits and Nuts
  • Place of Posting: ICAR–CITH, Srinagar
  • Monthly Emoluments: ₹42,000/- (Consolidated as per revised guidelines)
  • Tenure: Initially for 1 year (extendable based on performance and fund availability)

Job Description

The Young Professional–II will assist in project activities related to genetics, plant breeding, plant biotechnology, botany, plant pathology, plant biochemistry, and other related horticultural sciences. Candidates with experience in DUS (Distinctness, Uniformity, and Stability) testing will be preferred.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Essential Qualification: M.Sc. in Genetics & Plant Breeding, Horticulture, Plant Biotechnology, Botany, Plant Pathology, Plant Biochemistry, or related fields.
  • Desirable Qualification: Experience in DUS testing.
  • Age Limit: 21–45 years (Relaxation as per Government of India rules).

Benefits & Conditions

  • Entitlement to Casual Leave and Restricted Holidays as per ICAR/GoI rules.
  • Temporary contractual engagement — not a regular ICAR position.
  • No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
  • Selected candidates cannot engage in other employment during the contract.

Interview Details

  • Date: 19 August 2025
  • Time: 11:00 AM
  • Venue: ICAR–CITH, Rangreth, Srinagar, J&K
  • Candidates must bring typed bio-data, original and attested copies of qualifications, experience certificates, and recent passport-size photographs for verification.

This role is ideal for young professionals seeking to build a career in horticultural research while contributing to the development of India’s temperate fruit and nut sector.

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