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6 contractual posts (YP-I & YP-II) at ICAR Headquarters, New Delhi
ICAR Headquarters, Krishi Bhavan, New Delhi | Apply by email | Last date: within 14 days of advertisement
TOTAL POSTS (TENTATIVE)
6
3 YP-I + 3 YP-II
MONTHLY EMOLUMENTS
₹30,000 / ₹42,000
YP-I / YP-II, consolidated
AGE LIMIT
21–45 yrs
Relaxation as per rules
CONTRACT DURATION
1 yr, up to 3 yrs
Extendable 1+1+1, performance-based
⏱️ 10-Second Verdict: The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) is hiring 6 Young Professionals (Finance & Accounts) — 3 each for YP-I and YP-II — on a short-term, purely contractual basis at the Finance Division, ICAR Headquarters, New Delhi. You need a B.Com with minimum 60% marks plus at least 1 year of relevant experience; YP-II additionally needs CA(Inter)/ICWA(Inter)/CS(Inter) or an MBA(Finance)/equivalent. Applications go by email only to cdnaicarhq@gmail.com, within 14 days of the advertisement date — the exact advertisement date isn't printed in the notice PDF itself, so confirm the precise closing date on the ICAR vacancies page before you finalize your application.
🏢 About the Posts
| Organization | Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Krishi Bhavan, New Delhi |
| Posts | Young Professional-I (Finance & Accounts), Young Professional-II (Finance & Accounts) |
| Vacancies (tentative) | 3 each — Total 6 (may increase/decrease at the discretion of the Competent Authority) |
| Posting Location | Finance Division, ICAR Headquarters, New Delhi |
| Nature of Engagement | Short-term, purely contractual — not a regular job offer |
📋 Eligibility Criteria
Young Professional-I (Finance & Accounts) — 3 posts
- B.Com with minimum 60% marks from a recognized University/College
- Minimum 1 year of experience in the relevant field
- Desirable: knowledge of IT applications, virtual meeting platforms, and computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Tally, etc.)
Young Professional-II (Finance & Accounts) — 3 posts
Either
- B.Com (min 60%) + CA (Inter) / ICWA (Inter) / CS (Inter) + min 1 year relevant experience;
Or
- B.Com (min 60%) + MBA (Finance) or equivalent (min 60% marks) from a recognized institution + min 1 year relevant experience
Desirable for both routes: knowledge of IT applications, virtual meeting platforms, and computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Tally, etc.)
Age Limit
21–45 years, with relaxation as per rules.
💰 Emoluments & Terms
| Particular | YP-I | YP-II |
|---|---|---|
| Consolidated monthly emoluments | ₹30,000 | ₹42,000 |
| HRA | Not payable | |
| Domestic tour TA | AC-3 Tier / AC Chair Car | AC-2 Tier / AC Chair Car |
| Domestic tour DA | ₹1,200/day | ₹1,500/day |
- Initial engagement: 1 year, extendable up to a maximum of 3 years (1+1+1), depending on performance.
- Leave: 8 days casual leave + 2 restricted holidays per calendar year. Female YPs are entitled to maternity leave.
- Working hours match those of regular employees. Unauthorized absence of 8 continuous days leads to automatic termination.
- These contract positions do not constitute a regular job offer.
- A signed Declaration of Secrecy and Non-Disclosure Agreement is mandatory before joining.
- Selected candidates must furnish police verification within 15 days of joining.
- Selected candidates must submit a Medical Fitness Certificate from an MBBS doctor, at their own cost.
🎯 Selection Procedure
Applications received will be screened, and shortlisted candidates will be called for a panel interview. If needed, a written examination may also be conducted for shortlisting eligible candidates.
📝 How to Apply
⚠️ Last date is "within 14 days from the date of advertisement" — the notice PDF itself doesn't print the advertisement's release date, so the exact closing date could not be confirmed from this source. Check the ICAR vacancies page (icar.org.in/en/vacancies) for the precise deadline before applying.
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Download the application form (Annexure-I) and detailed terms & conditions from icar.org.in/en/vacancies.
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Fill in Annexure-I completely — personal details, academic/professional qualifications, chronological experience list, and declaration.
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Scan your completed application, bio-data, recent photograph, and self-attested copies of all certificates.
4
Email everything to cdnaicarhq@gmail.com, within 14 days from the date of advertisement.
5
Keep a copy of the sent email and all attachments for your records.
✅ Documents to Attach
✅ Scanned, duly filled Annexure-I application form
✅ Bio-data
✅ Recent passport-size photograph, self-attested
✅ Self-attested copies of all educational certificates and mark sheets (10th, 10+2, Bachelor's, Master's/professional qualification as applicable)
✅ Self-attested experience certificates from concerned employer(s)
✅ No Objection Certificate, if currently employed
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many posts are there in ICAR Young Professional (Finance & Accounts) 2026?
6 posts (tentative) — 3 Young Professional-I and 3 Young Professional-II — and this figure may increase or decrease at the discretion of the Competent Authority.
What is the last date to apply?
Within 14 days from the date of advertisement. The notice doesn't print the advertisement's exact release date, so confirm the precise closing date on the ICAR vacancies page before applying.
What is the salary?
₹30,000/month consolidated for YP-I and ₹42,000/month consolidated for YP-II, with no HRA.
Is there a written exam?
Not necessarily. Applications are screened and shortlisted candidates undergo a panel interview; a written exam may be conducted only if needed for shortlisting.
How long is the contract?
Initial engagement is for 1 year, extendable up to a maximum of 3 years (1+1+1) depending on performance. This is not a regular job offer.
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