ICAR CRRI Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by ICAR – Central Rice Research Institute (CRRI), Cuttack for the post of Agriculture Field Operator (AFO) under a research project. This is a good opportunity for candidates with agriculture background looking for government project jobs in Odisha.
The interview will be held on 11 February 2026.
| 🏛 Organization Details | |
|---|---|
| Details | Information |
| Institute Name | ICAR – Central Rice Research Institute |
| Location | Cuttack, Odisha |
| Post Name | Agriculture Field Operator (AFO) |
| Job Type | Temporary Project-Based |
| Mode of Selection | Walk-in Interview |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Agriculture Field Operator | 01 Post |
💰 Salary Details
Selected candidate will receive:
👉 ₹18,000 per month (Consolidated Salary)
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must have any one of the following:
✔ Matric (10th pass) + 2 Vocational in Agriculture-related subject
OR
✔ Matric (10th pass) + 2 years of experience in agriculture-related work
Age Limit
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 50 Years |
✔️ Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Government rules.
Walk-in Interview Date & Time
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Interview Date | 11 February 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 10:30 AM |
| Selection Type | Written-cum-Personal Interview |
Interview Venue: ICAR-CRRI-CRURRS, Hazaribagh
Job Location
The selected candidate will be posted at:
ICAR-CRRI-CRURRS, Hazaribagh
⏳ Duration of Job
This is a project-based temporary position.
🗓 Job valid up to 31 July 2027
OR till completion of the project (whichever is earlier)
📝 Job Responsibilities
Selected candidate will work on:
- Field work at CRURRS farm
- Agricultural research activities
- Project implementation in farmers’ fields
- Support in field data collection and monitoring
📂 Documents Required for Interview
Candidates must bring:
✔ Original educational certificates (Matric onwards)
✔ Xerox copies of certificates
✔ Experience certificate (if applicable)
✔ One recent passport-size photograph
✔ Filled biodata form (download from official website)
✔ Valid ID proof
Application Fee
There is NO application fee for this recruitment.
Important Instructions
- This post is purely temporary and project-based
- No claim for permanent employment in ICAR
- No TA/DA will be provided for interview
- Late entry will not be allowed
- Director reserves right to cancel or change vacancies
- Screening test may be conducted if many candidates appear
- If employed, NOC from current employer required
🌾 Why This Job is a Good Opportunity
✔ Low qualification requirement
✔ Good salary for field-level post
✔ Walk-in interview (no online form stress)
✔ Suitable for rural/agriculture background candidates
🔗 Important Links
Notification Reference: Advertisement No. 45/AFO/2025-26
What is the interview date for ICAR CRRI Recruitment 2026?
The walk-in interview will be held on 11 February 2026 at 10:30 AM.
How many vacancies are available?
There is 1 post available for Agriculture Field Operator
What is the salary for Agriculture Field Operator?
Selected candidate will receive ₹18,000 per month (fixed)
What is the age limit?
Candidates must be between 18 and 50 years of age. Relaxation applies for reserved categories.
Is this a permanent job?
No, this is a temporary project-based position.