ICAR CIFE Recruitment 2026: Apply for 2 Posts, Eligibility, Salary and Last Date

The ICAR CIFE Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the ICAR–Central Institute of Fisheries Education (CIFE), Mumbai, for 2 contractual vacancies in the Finance and Accounts Section. The available positions are Young Professional-I (YP-I) and Young Professional-II (YP-II).

Candidates who meet the prescribed educational qualifications and experience requirements can submit their applications through email on or before 4 November 2026. The monthly consolidated remuneration ranges from ₹30,000 to ₹42,000, depending on the post.

The selection process will consider academic performance, relevant skills and interview performance. The interview is scheduled for 6 November 2026 in hybrid mode.

Candidates interested in ICAR CIFE Jobs 2026 should read the eligibility criteria, vacancy details, salary, selection process and application instructions below before applying.

ICAR CIFE Recruitment 2026: Overview

Post-Wise Vacancy Details

The institute has announced one vacancy for each of the following positions.

These positions are intended for candidates with relevant commerce, finance, accounting or management qualifications and experience.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must satisfy the educational qualification, work experience and age requirements applicable to their selected post.

1. Young Professional-I (YP-I)

Educational qualification:

• B.Com, BBA or BBS from a recognized university or college.
• Minimum 60% marks in the qualifying degree.
• At least one year of relevant work experience.

Desirable skills:

• Knowledge of computer applications and office software.
• Familiarity with MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Tally and virtual meeting platforms.

2. Young Professional-II (YP-II)

Candidates must meet one of the following qualification combinations:

Option 1:

• B.Com, BBA or BBS with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized university or college.
• CA/ICWA/CS (Inter) qualification as specified in the notification.
• At least one year of relevant experience.

Option 2:

• B.Com, BBA or BBS with a minimum of 60% marks.
• MBA in Finance or an equivalent qualification with at least 60% marks from a recognized institution.
• At least one year of relevant experience.

Desirable skills:

• Knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Tally and computer-based accounting applications.
• Ability to work with digital records and virtual meeting platforms.

Applicants should carefully verify the exact qualification requirements in the official notification before submitting their applications.

Age Limit

The prescribed age limit for both Young Professional positions is as follows:

Age will be considered as specified in the recruitment notification. Age relaxation for eligible reserved categories will be provided according to applicable Government of India and ICAR rules.

Salary

Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly consolidated remuneration according to their position.

• Young Professional-I: ₹30,000 per month.
• Young Professional-II: ₹42,000 per month.

The engagement is contractual and initially for one year. It may be extended on a year-to-year basis up to a maximum of three years or until the relevant project or scheme ends, whichever occurs earlier.

These positions are temporary and do not provide an automatic right to permanent employment at ICAR-CIFE.

Job Responsibilities

Young Professional-I

The selected candidate will primarily support project-related financial and accounting work, including:

• Maintaining accounts for ICAR-funded and externally funded projects.
• Recording funds received, expenditure and available balances.
• Maintaining vouchers and project-wise financial records.
• Preparing utilization certificates and expenditure statements.
• Compiling financial statements and reports.
• Assisting with audits and financial scrutiny.
• Updating digital records relating to project expenditure.

Young Professional-II

The selected candidate will assist with the institute’s regular accounting and financial activities, including:

• Maintaining and updating the institute’s cash book.
• Assisting with Public Financial Management System (PFMS) work.
• Preparing monthly bank reconciliation statements.
• Updating National Pension System (NPS) data and related records.
• Maintaining voucher registers.
• Managing digital financial records and Excel spreadsheets.
• Supporting other finance and accounting activities assigned by the institute.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on the following factors:

1. Academic performance.
2. Relevant skills and qualifications.
3. Performance during the interview.

The interview will be conducted in hybrid mode, as specified in the official notification.

Interview date: 6 November 2026
Reporting time: 11:00 AM onwards
Venue: ICAR-CIFE, New Campus, Yari Road, Versova, Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Candidates should follow the instructions provided by the institute regarding interview participation and document verification.

Important Dates

Candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

Application Fee

The recruitment notification does not specify an application fee for these Young Professional positions. Candidates should consult the official advertisement for any additional instructions.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can apply by email by following these steps:

1. Visit the official ICAR-CIFE website at https://www.cife.edu.in/.
2. Open the recruitment section and locate the Young Professional recruitment notification for the Finance and Accounts Section.
3. Download and carefully read the official advertisement and prescribed application form.
4. Complete the application form with accurate personal, educational and professional details.
5. Attach the required educational certificates, experience documents and other supporting records.
6. Check the application carefully to ensure that all information is correct.
7. Send the completed application to the CIFE Audit Section at cifeauditsection@gmail.com on or before 4 November 2026.
8. Keep a copy of the sent email and submitted documents for future reference.

Important: Verify the email address and submission instructions against the official notification before sending your application.

Documents Required

Candidates should prepare the following documents, as applicable and as required by the official application form:

• Completed application form.
• Recent photograph and signature, if requested.
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
• Proof of relevant work experience.
• Proof of date of birth.
• Professional qualification certificates for YP-II applicants, where applicable.
• Category certificate for candidates claiming applicable age relaxation.
• Other supporting documents specified in the official notification.

Ensure that all submitted documents are legible and that the details match the information entered in the application form.

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