Spices Board Recruitment 2026: Research Associate (Crop Botany) Vacancy | Walk-in Test

Spices Board Recruitment 2026: Research Associate (Crop Botany) Vacancy | Walk-in Test
The Spices Board India, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India has released a notification for Research Associate (Crop Botany) on a contract basis at Indian Cardamom Research Institute (ICRI), Sakleshpur, Karnataka. Interested and eligible candidates can apply and attend the walk-in test.
📌 Vacancy Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Spices Board (Govt. of India) |
| Post Name | Research Associate (Crop Botany) |
| Total Vacancy | 01 Post |
| Job Location | ICRI Regional Station, Sakleshpur, Karnataka |
| Salary | ₹35,000 per month (Consolidated) |
| Job Type | Contract Basis |
🎓 Educational Qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification | First class PG degree in Botany / Plantation Botany / Agriculture with specialization in Plant Breeding & Genetics |
| Experience | Minimum 3 years research experience in plant breeding on spices/plantation crops |
| Publication | Publications in reputed journals required |
| Desirable | PhD in relevant subject |
🎯 Age Limit
| Category | Age |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 45 Years |
💼 Skills Required
- Computer knowledge
- Field experimentation techniques
- Data analysis & interpretation
- Report preparation from field and laboratory studies
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Send Application (Email) | 24 April 2026 |
| Walk-in Test Date | 30 April 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM |
| Test Time | 11:00 AM |
📍 Walk-in Test Venue
Spices Board – Regional Research Station
Donigal Post, Sakleshpur
Hassan District, Karnataka – 573134
📝 Selection Process
| Stage |
|---|
| Written Test |
| Interview |
📧 How to Apply
- Eligible candidates must send the application in Annexure-I format with scanned documents.
- Send the application to [email protected].
- Email subject should be: “Application for Research Associate (Crop Botany)”.
- Send documents in single PDF file including:
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Application Form
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Educational Certificates
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ID Proof
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Experience Certificate
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Publications
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📄 Documents Required
- Passport size photo
- Identity proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID etc.)
- Age proof
- Educational certificates
- Experience certificates
- Publications
- Self-attested photocopies
⚠ Important Note
- Appointment will be contract basis initially for 1 year (extendable up to 2 years based on performance).
- Only candidates meeting eligibility criteria should attend the test.
- Original documents must be produced during verification.
✔ Official Website: https://www.indianspices.com
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