Life Science Internship | ICAR-IARI Recruitment for Student Intern Position | Apply Now
Dreaming of hands-on research jobs in a premier national institute? The IARI Recruitment 2026 announces a two-month Life Science Internship for postgraduate students in the Division of Genetics, New Delhi. This opportunity places young researchers at the heart of cutting-edge genomics research funded by SERB-DST, making it an ideal launchpad for a career in life science research.
About the Institute
The Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi, operating under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), is a globally recognized institute for agricultural and genetic research. The Division of Genetics at IARI actively contributes to crop genomics, molecular breeding, and advanced life science research through nationally funded projects.
Position Details
- Position Title: Student Intern
- Location: Division of Genetics, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi – 110012
- Number of Positions: Three
- Project: SERB-DST funded project titled “Unravelling the genomic regions regulating multi-flowering in cultivated lentil (Lens culinaris L.) through RNA-Seq and QTL-Seq approaches using a RIL Population”
Essential Qualification
Master’s degree in Genetics, Plant Breeding, Biotechnology, or Life Sciences with a 4/5 years’ bachelor’s degree.
Emoluments
Rs. 5000 (Fixed per month)
Tenure
The candidate shall not claim regular appointment at this Institute, as the post is just for TWO MONTHS.
How to Apply?
Interested students are requested to send their application, along with proof of qualification in a single PDF file to [email protected].
Last date to Apply: 08th Feb 2026
Terms & Conditions
- Maximum age is 30 years for student internship (age relaxation of five years for SC/ST & women and three years for OBC).
- Once selected, you have to verify your original documents. After verification of the original documents, only you will be intimated about your selection. No TA/DA will be paid.
- Concealing of facts or canvassing in any form shall lead to disqualification or termination.
- If any of the candidate’s relatives are employees of the ICAR/IARI, they must declare their name, designation, nature of duties, and relationship in writing along with the application. Failure to do so may result in cancellation of candidature.
- Candidates must strictly submit the form annexed (typed/filled), duly signed, and mail it to [email protected].
If you are looking to step into professional research jobs, this Life Science Internship under IARI Recruitment 2026 offers valuable exposure to nationally funded genetics research. The experience gained through this internship can significantly strengthen your academic and research career in life sciences.



















