ICAR - Central Rice Research Institute
ICAR-CRRI Agricultural Field Operator Recruitment 2026
- ICAR-CRRI
- Temporary
- Odisha
- Walk-in
Application deadline
13 October 2026
1 day leftWalk-in interview and reporting
Posted 5 October 2026
Quick facts
- Vacancies
- 1
- Qualification
- Matriculation. Must be accompanied by +2 Vocational in…
- Age
- 18 - 50 years
- Pay
- ₹18,000/month
- Location
- Odisha
- Employment
- Temporary
- Apply mode
- Walk-in
- Reference
- 34/AFO/2026-27
Overview
Walk-in interview for one temporary Agricultural Field Operator under project EAP-484, with consolidated remuneration of Rs. 18,000 per month.
Positions & vacancies
1 vacancy across 1 post
ICAR - Central Rice Research Institute, Kataka · Temporary
- Age
- 18 - 50 years
- Experience
- Two years of agriculture-related field-work experience from a reputed organization is required only under the Matriculation-plus-experience pathway. Work experience in an ICAR institute may receive preference.
Eligibility
Matriculation With Agriculture-Related Vocational
- Matriculation. Must be accompanied by +2 Vocational in an agriculture-related subject in this pathway.
- +2 Vocational in an agriculture-related subject. Required together with Matriculation under the vocational pathway.
Matriculation With Agricultural Field-Work Experience
Two years of relevant experience is mandatory only in this alternative pathway.
Education
Matriculation. Must be accompanied by two years of relevant agricultural field-work experience in this pathway.
Experience
Two years of working experience in agriculture-related field work from a reputed organization. Applies only to the Matriculation-plus-experience alternative.
Possible Experience Preference
Preference is discretionary and does not replace essential eligibility.
Work experience in an ICAR institute. Preference may be given; all eligible candidates will be considered equally.(Preferred)
Age limit
- Minimum age 18 years on the interview date.
- Maximum age 50 years on the interview date, subject to applicable relaxation.
Age as of 13 October 2026.
SC, ST and OBC age relaxation follows Government of India norms. Specific relaxation amounts are not stated.
Salary & benefits
₹18,000
per month
Consolidated monthly remuneration.
Selection process
- 1
Conditional screening test
A screening test may be conducted to shortlist candidates for interview if a large number attend.
- 2
Walk-in interview
Interview at ICAR-CRRI, Kataka on 13 October 2026 at 10:00 AM. Candidates must bring the stipulated originals and supporting documents. Late candidates will not be entertained.
Important dates
Reporting schedule
TUESDAY, 13 OCTOBER
- Agricultural Field OperatorWalk-in interview and reporting
Other important dates
- Maximum age 50 years on the interview date, subject to applicable relaxation.13 October 2026
- Minimum age 18 years on the interview date.13 October 2026
- Age eligibility cutoff13 October 2026
- Stated project end date31 March 2027
Application fee
No application fee or exemption is stated in the notification.
How to apply
- 1
Other
Attend the walk-in interview on 13 October 2026 at 10:00 AM with one recent passport-size photograph, original educational certificates from Matriculation onwards, photocopies and the relevant experience certificate as applicable. Originals are required even if records are available on DigiLocker. The Biodata form may be downloaded from the website. Furnish an employer or institution NOC if currently employed or studying. Late candidates will not be entertained.
ICAR - Central Rice Research Institute, Kataka - 753 006, Odisha, India
Documents required
Additional information
Selection summary
Walk-in interview. A screening test may be conducted if attendance is large. All eligible candidates are considered equally, but preference may be given to candidates with work experience in an ICAR institute.
Eligibility notes
Applicants must satisfy either of the two essential qualification pathways. Age is 18 to 50 years on the interview date, with relaxation for SC, ST and OBC candidates as per Government of India norms.
Application instructions
Appear for the walk-in interview at ICAR-CRRI, Kataka, on 13 October 2026 at 10:00 AM. Bring one recent passport-size photograph, original educational certificates from Matriculation onwards even if available on DigiLocker, photocopies and the relevant experience certificate as applicable. The Biodata form may be downloaded from the website. Employed candidates and candidates pursuing studies must furnish a No Objection Certificate from their employer or institution at the interview. Candidates will not be entertained after the scheduled reporting time.
Important notes
The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. There is no right to absorption in ICAR-CRRI or ICAR. The Director may change the number of positions or cancel recruitment, and the Director's decision is final and binding. No TA/DA is admissible, and canvassing may lead to disqualification.
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