ICAR NRRI New Recruitment 2025 Released: Walk-in Interview for Govt Jobs in Odisha | Apply for PA & LA Posts

ICAR NRRI New Recruitment 2025: ICAR-National Rice Research Institute (ICAR-NRRI), Cuttack has released a recruitment notification for temporary posts of Project Associate (PA) and Laboratory Assistant (LA). The selection will be done through a walk-in interview, scheduled for 21st and 22nd April 2025. Candidates looking for ICAR-NRRI jobs in Odisha, and having required eligibility can appear directly at the interview venue. 

ICAR NRRI Recruitment Notification 2025

ICAR NRRI Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF released for the temporary recruitment of Project Associate (PA) and Laboratory Assistant (LA) under ongoing research projects. The selection will be based solely on an interview, with no written test. Interested candidates must appear with the filled offline application form on the respective dates, April 21 for PA and April 22, 2025 for LA at ICAR-NRRI, Bidyadharpur, Cuttack, Odisha. The official notification includes complete recruitment details, and candidates are advised to read it carefully before attending the interview. 

ICAR NRRI Recruitment 2025 - Overview

*Organization: ICAR-National Rice Research Institute (ICAR-NRRI), Cuttack, Odisha 

*Post Name: Project Associate (PA) and Laboratory Assistant (LA) 

*Advt. No.: 03/PA-I/2025-26 (PA), 04/LA/2024-25 (LA) 

*Job Type: Temporary 

*Category: Offline Form 

*Mode of Application: Offline 

*Who Can Apply: All Odisha Both Male & Female Candidates 

*Selection Process: Walk-in-Interview 

*Interview Venue: ICAR-NRRI Campus, Cuttack, Odisha 

*Place of Posting: ICAR-NRRI, Cuttack, Odisha 

*Official Website: www.icar-nrri.in 

ICAR NRRI Walk-in Interview Vacancy 2025

• Project Associate - 01 post 

• Laboratory Assistant - 02 posts 

ICAR NRRI Recruitment Salary 2025

ICAR-NRRI is offering attractive salaries for both posts. The Project Associate (PA) will receive Rs. 31,000 per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA) as per ICAR norms. The Laboratory Assistant (LA) will receive a fixed consolidated salary of Rs. 18,000 per month. These posts are purely temporary and contractual, but offer a good opportunity for candidates seeking government project-based jobs. 

Post-wise Salary Breakdown: 

Project Associate (PA)

• Rs. 31,000/- per month

• Plus HRA as applicable under ICAR rules

Laboratory Assistant (LA)

• Rs. 18,000/- per month (consolidated)

• No additional allowances 

ICAR NRRI Recruitment Eligibility Criteria 2025 

Educational Qualification:

Project Associate (PA): 

• Master’s degree (M.Sc.) in Natural and Agriculture Sciences/ MVSc or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent. 

Laboratory Assistant

• Matriculation with +2 vocational/ Diploma/ Degree in Agriculture related subjects. OR 

• Matriculation with two (02) years of working experience in Laboratory/agriculture field work from reputed organization. 

Age Limit:

• Project Associate (PA): 21 to 35 years

• Laboratory Assistant (LA): 18 to 50 years 

Age relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 years

• OBC: 3 years 

ICAR NRRI Selection Process 2025

The selection for both Project Associate (PA) and Laboratory Assistant (LA) posts at ICAR-NRRI will be conducted purely through a walk-in interview, ensuring a transparent and merit-based hiring process. No written examination or online test will be held. 

Selection Procedure: 

1. Document Verification 

2. Personal Interview 

Document Verification:

• Candidates must present all original certificates and mark sheets during reporting. This includes proof of educational qualification, age, caste/category (if applicable), and experience certificates (if any). Only those candidates whose documents are verified successfully will be allowed to appear for the interview. 
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Personal Interview:

• After verification, candidates will be interviewed by a panel of subject experts. The interview will assess the candidate's subject knowledge, practical skills relevant to the post, and communication abilities. 

How to Apply for ICAR NRRI Walk-in Interview Recruitment 2025?

Eligible candidates should appear for the interview with the prescribed offline application form, duly filled, along with all necessary original and self-attested documents. 

Application Steps:

Step 1: Download or collect the application form. 

Step 2: Fill in all required personal and educational details. 

Step 3: Attach photocopies of supporting documents. 

Step 4: Carry the completed form and originals to the interview venue. 

Application Fee

• UR/EWS - No Fee 

• OBC - No Fee 

• SC/ST - No Fee 

ICAR-NRRI Walk-in Interview 2025: Venue and Timing 

Project Associate (PA)

• Interview Date: 21st April 2025

• Reporting Time: 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM

• Venue: ICAR-National Rice Research Institute (NRRI), Bidyadharpur, Cuttack - 753006, Odisha 

Laboratory Assistant (LA)

• Interview Date: 22nd April 2025

• Reporting Time: 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM

• Venue: ICAR-National Rice Research Institute (NRRI), Bidyadharpur, Cuttack - 753006, Odisha 

Documents Required 

• Filled application form (offline format)

• Original certificates and mark sheets

• Self-attested photocopies of all documents

• Passport-size photographs

• Valid photo ID (Aadhaar/Voter ID/Driving License) 

Important Links:

• Notification PDF (PA): Click Here

• Notification PDF (LA): Click Here

• Application Form: Click Here