Young Professional Vacancy at ICAR-CIFE Mumbai
Looking for an exciting Young Professional Vacancy in the fisheries and life sciences sector? Here is a golden chance for candidates searching for an ICAR Recruitment and a rewarding Life Sciences Career in India. ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE), Mumbai, has announced a walk-in interview for the post of Young Professional-I under a sponsored aquaculture research project. This is an excellent opportunity for life science graduates who want hands-on experience in aquaculture research, biochemical analysis, and project documentation while working with one of India’s prestigious ICAR institutes.
About ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE), Mumbai, is a premier deemed university under ICAR dedicated to fisheries education, training, and advanced research. The institute contributes significantly to aquaculture innovation, fisheries development, nutrition research, and sustainable aquatic resource management in India. Known for its advanced research infrastructure and industry collaborations, ICAR-CIFE offers an outstanding Life Sciences Career pathway for students and researchers interested in fisheries biotechnology, aquaculture feed development, and applied biological sciences. This Young Professional opening is another excellent opportunity for life science graduates to work on impactful research projects under experienced scientists.
Job Details
- Job Title: Young Professional-I (YP-I) – Aquaculture Feed Trial Project
- Institute: ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education
- Location: Mumbai
About the Opportunity
ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education is conducting a walk-in interview for the position of Young Professional-I (YP-I) on a contractual basis under the project:
“Conducting trials of marine organism-based aquaculture feed with or without probiotics on shrimps and Tilapia models”
- The project is funded by:
Organica Biotech Pvt. Ltd.
Institute of Chemical Technology
Position Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Position | Young Professional-I (YP-I) |
| Number of Posts | 01 |
| Monthly Emolument | ₹35,000 per month |
| Appointment Duration | 6 Months |
| Mode of Recruitment | Walk-in Interview |
Walk-in Interview Details
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Interview Date | 09 June 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM onwards |
| Venue | ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education, Panch Marg, Versova, Andheri (West), Mumbai |
Eligibility Criteria For Young Professional Vacancy
Essential Qualification
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines from a recognized university:
- Fisheries Science, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, and relevant Science Disciplines
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 45 Years
- Age relaxation applicable as per the rules
Preferred Skills
Candidates with the following skills will be preferred:
- Knowledge of MS Office
- Documentation and report writing skills
- Good communication abilities in:
- English
- Hindi
- Local language (Telugu/Marathi)
Key Responsibilities
The selected candidate will be responsible for:
- Assisting in fish feeding trials
- Feed preparation activities
- Conducting field surveys
- Monitoring growth performance
- Performing biochemical analysis
- Data collection and documentation
- Maintaining records and preparing reports
- Coordinating with stakeholders and project teams
Work Locations
- CIFE FWFF, Balbhadrapuram, Andhra Pradesh
- CIFE Headquarters, Mumbai
Documents Required
Candidates must bring:
- Filled application form
- Original educational certificates from matriculation onwards
- Provisional certificates (if applicable)
- Bio-data/CV
- Experience certificates
- Testimonials
- One passport-size photograph
- Self-attested photocopies of all documents
- No Objection Certificate (if currently employed)
- Annexure-I and Annexure-II declarations
Candidates without original/provisional degree certificates will not be allowed to appear for the interview.
Important Instructions
- The appointment is purely temporary and contractual.
- No claim for permanent employment will be entertained.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Concealing facts or canvassing may lead to disqualification.
- Candidates having relatives employed at ICAR/CIFE must declare the same before the interview.
- The Director, CIFE, reserves the final decision regarding selection.
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