The ICAR – National Rice Research Institute (NRRI) in Cuttack has recently announced job openings for the positions of Graduate Assistant and Field Worker. This recruitment drive aims to fill multiple vacancies and interested candidates can apply by appearing for a walk-in interview on the designated dates.
Overview of Recruitment
The Odisha Agriculture Department recruitment 2024 offers exciting career opportunities for eligible applicants. Candidates who meet the required eligibility criteria and are looking for jobs in the agriculture sector can apply for these posts.
The available positions are:
- Graduate Assistant (GA)
- Scientific Administrative Assistant / Field Worker
The official notification was published on the ICAR – NRRI website on September 2024. Applications are invited from suitable candidates across Odisha. There are several vacancies available which will be filled through this recruitment drive.
Key Dates
Here are some important dates for the Odisha Agriculture recruitment:
- Date of walk-in interview for Field Worker positions – October 9, 2024
- Date of walk-in interview for Graduate Assistant posts – October 4, 2024
Candidates should note these dates to appear for the walk-in interviews on time. The venue details will be mentioned in the official advertisement.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility conditions prescribed for these posts are:
For Field Worker
- Educational Qualification: B.Sc in Botany/ Zoology/ Biotechnology
For Graduate Assistant
- Educational Qualification: Graduate degree in Botany/ Zoology/ Biotechnology
Apart from the above qualifications, candidates also need to fulfill the eligibility conditions regarding age limit, nationality, work experience etc. Relaxations in age will be offered as per government norms.
Age Limit
The age limits for the advertised positions are:
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 55 years
Age relaxations will be applicable as per the norms of the Odisha state government.
Salary Package
Selected candidates will be offered a decent salary package along with other benefits. The salary details are:
- Graduate Assistant: Rs. 25,000 per month
- Field Worker: Rs. 18,000 per month
In addition to the above pay scale, benefits like TA, DA, HRA, and others will also be admissible as per the norms of ICAR-NRRI.
How to Apply?
Eligible and interested applicants can follow the steps below to submit their application:
- Visit the official website of ICAR-NRRI Cuttack – www.icar-nrri.in
- Go to the ‘Recruitment’ section and find the advertisement for these posts.
- Read through the official notification carefully to understand the vacancy details, eligibility criteria, selection procedure etc.
- Download the application form attached with the advertisement.
- Fill up the application form accurately with all the required details.
- Applicants will have to appear for the walk-in interview on the designated date along with their duly filled application form and supporting documents.
- Reach the interview venue on time and complete the application submission process.
Selection Procedure
Candidates will be selected based on their performance in the walk-in interview. The interview will assess the candidate’s domain knowledge, communication skills, subject expertise, qualifications and work experience.
Candidates who perform well in the interview and meet all the eligibility norms will be shortlisted for appointment. The final selection list will be prepared based on merit.
Vacancy Details
The number of vacancies advertised by ICAR-NRRI Cuttack are:
- Graduate Assistant – 1 Post
- Field Worker – 1 Post
More vacancies may be announced in the official notification.
Conclusion
The Odisha Agriculture Department recruitment 2024 offers bright career scopes for eligible graduates in the agriculture sector. Interested candidates who meet the required qualification and age criteria should apply soon by registering for the walk-in interview. They should ensure that they fulfill all the eligibility conditions and carry the necessary documents. Candidates should also prepare well for the interview round to get shortlisted. We wish all applicants the very best!
Useful Links
ICAR-NRRI Official Website: https://icar-nrri.in/
Graduate Assistant Notification: https://icar-nrri.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/312-large-advt.pdf
Field Worker Notification: https://icar-nrri.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/198B-large-advt.pdf