ICAR-CITH Srinagar invites Applications for Project Assistant Post – Walk-in Interview on 28 May

ICAR-Central Institute of Temperate Horticulture (CITH), Srinagar has officially announced a walk-in interview for the recruitment of a Project Assistant on a contractual basis. The post is available under the JKST&IC, Government of J&K funded research project titled “Development and Evaluation of Integrated Nutrient Management Module for Producing High Quality Long Day Onions and Its Impact on Soil Quality.”

The appointment is purely temporary, initially up to 31 December 2025, and may be extended based on satisfactory performance and fund availability. The interview will be held on 28 May 2025 at the ICAR-CITH campus, Rangreth, Srinagar.

Eligible candidates must attend the interview with required documents and certificates. Details of the project, eligibility, and selection process are provided below —


Important Dates:
The walk-in interview for the ICAR-CITH Project Assistant post will be held as per the schedule below.

Notification Date: 16 May 2025.
Walk-in Interview Date: 28 May 2025.
Reporting Time: 11:00 AM.
Venue: ICAR-CITH, K.D. Farm, Rangreth, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir – 191132.


Vacancy Details:
This recruitment drive aims to fill 1 project-based position.

Post Name: Project Assistant
No. of Posts: 01
Project Title: Development and Evaluation of Integrated Nutrient Management Module for Producing High Quality Long Day Onions and Its Impact on Soil Quality
Funding Agency: JKST&IC, Government of J&K
Salary: ₹20,000 per month (Consolidated)


Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates interested in applying can check the eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, and other essential details below.

Educational Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree in Science (Life Sciences, Agriculture, or Horticulture)

Desirable Qualifications:
– Experience in soil nutrient analysis
– Proficiency in handling laboratory equipment, glassware, and computer applications

Age Limit:
– Maximum 35 years as on the date of interview
– Age relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST and Female candidates, 3 years for OBC candidates

Other Conditions:
– Engagement is on full-time, contractual basis and can be discontinued at any time
– No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview
– Casual Leave and Restricted Holidays allowed as per GoI/ICAR rules
– Selected candidates will not have any claim for regular appointment
– Candidates must bring original documents and one self-attested set of mark sheets, experience certificates, and other relevant documents
– If employed, a No Objection Certificate must be presented at the time of interview


How to Apply:
Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria must report for the walk-in interview at ICAR-CITH Srinagar on the scheduled date with all required documents.


Selection Process:
Selection will be made based on the following criteria:
– Essential qualification: 60 marks
– Postgraduate degree: 10 marks
– Experience (2 marks per completed year): 10 marks
– Personal Interview: 20 marks
Final selection will be based on merit.


Candidates who wish to apply must refer to the official notification. The official notification of ICAR-CITH Project Assistant Recruitment 2025 contains all eligibility conditions and terms of engagement.