ICAR-NBAIR (National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources), Bengaluru, an autonomous research institute under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, has released recruitment notification (Advertisement No. NBAIR/2-1/2026-27/H 404) for 9 clerical positions through deputation and transfer modes. Only current ICAR employees holding analogous posts or meeting specified service requirements are eligible.
Overview
ICAR-NBAIR invites offline applications from eligible ICAR staff for three clerical cadre positions: Assistant, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), and Lower Division Clerk (LDC). All posts are located at ICAR-NBAIR, Bengaluru, Karnataka. This recruitment is specifically designed for serving ICAR employees at Headquarters, Institutes, Project Directorates, National Research Centres (NRCs), and Advanced Training and Research Institutes (ATARIs). The recruitment process follows deputation and transfer principles, meaning external candidates cannot apply. The notification was released on 4 November 2026, with the final application submission deadline on 30 November 2026.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 4 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 30 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies | Category Breakup | Pay Level (7th CPC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant | 4 | UR-2, OBC-1, EWS-1 | Level 6 (₹35,400–1,12,400) |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 2 | UR-1 | Level 4 (₹25,500–81,100) |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 3 | OBC-1, SC-1, PWD-1 | Level 2 (₹19,900–63,200) |
Total Vacancies: 9
Eligibility
Assistant (4 posts): Applicants must either hold a regular Assistant position at ICAR Headquarters, Institutes, Project Directorates, NRCs, or ATARIs; or be regular Upper Division Clerks with a minimum of 10 years of regular service in the grade seeking promotion via deputation. Maximum age limit is 56 years.
Upper Division Clerk (2 posts): Candidates must either hold a regular UDC position at ICAR Headquarters or Institutes; or be regular Lower Division Clerks with at least 8 years of regular service in the grade applying for promotion via deputation. Maximum age limit is 56 years.
Lower Division Clerk (3 posts): Lower Division Clerks from ICAR Headquarters or Institutes who have successfully completed their probation period and are confirmed in the ICAR Service, seeking transfer to ICAR-NBAIR, are eligible. Maximum age limit is 56 years.
General Requirements: All applicants must be in regular employment at ICAR and meet the specified service requirements. The age limit of 56 years is calculated as on the closing date of application receipt, i.e., 30 November 2026. Applicants from SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PWD categories are considered, with vacancies reserved as per the vacancy table above.
How to Apply
- Visit the official ICAR-NBAIR website and locate the recruitment section
- Download the application form provided on the website
- Read the detailed recruitment notification carefully to understand all requirements
- Fill in all mandatory fields in the application form with accurate and complete information
- Prepare supporting documents including proof of current regular employment, service certificates, qualification certificates, category certificates (if applicable), and age proof (birth certificate or similar document)
- Ensure your application clearly indicates which post you are applying for (Assistant, UDC, or LDC)
- Review the completed application form thoroughly to avoid errors or omissions
- Submit the completed offline application to ICAR-NBAIR, Bengaluru before the closing time on 30 November 2026
- Retain a copy of your application for future reference and correspondence
Salary
All posts are positioned within the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) pay matrix. The Assistant position (Pay Level 6) offers a salary scale of ₹35,400–1,12,400, with pre-revised Pay Band-2 of ₹9,300–34,800 plus Grade Pay of ₹4,200. The Upper Division Clerk position (Pay Level 4) offers ₹25,500–81,100, with pre-revised Pay Band-2 of ₹5,200–20,200 plus Grade Pay of ₹2,400. The Lower Division Clerk position (Pay Level 2) offers ₹19,900–63,200, with pre-revised Pay Band-2 of ₹5,200–20,200 plus Grade Pay of ₹1,900. All candidates will receive applicable dearness allowance, house rent allowance, and other statutory benefits as per ICAR norms.
Important Links
Download Official ICAR-NBAIR Recruitment Notification PDF
Visit ICAR-NBAIR Official Website for Application Form and Detailed Guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to apply for these ICAR-NBAIR positions?
A: Only serving ICAR employees holding analogous posts or meeting specified deputation/transfer requirements are eligible. For Assistant: regular Assistants or regular UDCs with 10+ years service. For UDC: regular UDCs or regular LDCs with 8+ years service. For LDC: confirmed LDCs who completed probation. External candidates cannot apply.
Q: What is the age limit for these posts?
A: The maximum age limit is 56 years as on 30 November 2026 (the application closing date).
Q: Is there an application or processing fee?
A: No fee information has been specified in the official recruitment notification.
Q: How should I submit my application?
A: Applications must be submitted offline. Download the form from the official ICAR-NBAIR website, complete it with all required information and supporting documents, and submit to ICAR-NBAIR, Bengaluru before 30 November 2026.
Q: What is the salary range for these positions?
A: Assistant offers ₹35,400–1,12,400 (Level 6); UDC offers ₹25,500–81,100 (Level 4); LDC offers ₹19,900–63,200 (Level 2) under 7th CPC pay matrix. Pre-revised pay bands and grade pay details are provided in the official notification.
Q: Can I apply for multiple posts under this recruitment?
A: See the official notification for specific guidelines regarding applications for multiple positions.
Disclaimer: All candidates must verify complete details, including eligibility criteria, dates, application procedures, and other requirements, on the official ICAR-NBAIR website and the official notification PDF before applying.