Spices Board Job Notification 2025 - Selection of Spices Research Trainees and Clerical Assistants at Indian Cardamom Research Institute
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| Selection of Spices Research Trainees and Clerical Assistants at Indian Cardamom Research Institute |
- Organization: Spices Board, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
- Address: "Sugandha Bhavan", N.H. By Pass, Palarivattom P.O., Cochin - 682025, Kerala, India
- Website: www.indianspices.com
- Contact: Phone: 91-484-2333610 to 616
- Date: March 19, 2025
Notification No. 10/2025: Spices Research Trainee (SRT)
Selection of Spices Research Trainees at Indian Cardamom Research Institute (ICRI), Myladumpara, Idukki, Kerala
Eligibility: Exclusively for Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) Candidates
Vacancy Details
| Division | No. of Trainees |
|---|---|
| Agronomy/Soil Science Division | 3 |
| Plant Pathology Division | 3 |
| Entomology Division | 1 |
Details
- Stipend: Rs. 21,000/- per month
- Training Location: Indian Cardamom Research Institute (ICRI), Spices Board, Myladumpara, Kailasanadu P.O., Idukki, Kerala - 685553 (Ph: 04868-237206, 237207)
- Period of Training: Two years (Initial one-year training, extendable by one year based on performance review)
- Leave Eligibility: One day per month
- Age Limit: Not more than 30 years as on the date of application
Qualifications
- Agronomy & Soil Science:
- Essential: M.Sc. in Agronomy/Soil Science/Biochemistry/Chemistry with minimum 55% marks
- Desirable: Working knowledge in computers and experience in related field
- Plant Pathology:
- Essential: M.Sc. in Agriculture (Plant Pathology)/Microbiology/Botany with minimum 55% marks
- Desirable: Working knowledge in computers and experience in related field
- Entomology:
- Essential: M.Sc. in Nematology/Sericulture/Environmental Sciences/Forestry/Agricultural Microbiology/Microbiology (Botany with specialization in Microbiology)/Horticulture/M.Tech Agri-Biotechnology/Agricultural Extension/Agricultural Plant Pathology with minimum 55% marks
- Desirable: Working knowledge in computers and experience in related field
Skills & Competencies
- Agronomy, Soil Science & Plant Pathology: Recording field observations, monitoring and maintenance of germplasm, knowledge in computer applications, data analysis, result interpretation, and report preparation
- Entomology: Recording field observations, monitoring research trial plots, bio-control agent production, knowledge in computer applications, data analysis, result interpretation, and report preparation
Activities During Training
Assisting scientists in recording data, mass production of bio-agents, handling GC/HPLC, analysis of soil and plant samples, executing research projects, and documentation.
Selection Process
Screening based on qualifications followed by a written test.
Walk-in Test Details:
- Date: April 8, 2025 (Tuesday)
- Time: 10:30 AM
- Venue: Indian Cardamom Research Institute, Spices Board, Kailasanadu P.O., Myladumpara, Idukki, Kerala - 685553
Application Instructions
Applications with a passport-size photo (less than 50 KB) and copies of mark sheets/PG/UG certificates should be emailed to sbicriadmn2021@gmail.com with the subject "Application for Spices Research Trainee at ICRI, Myladumpara" by April 8, 2025. Candidates must bring the following to the walk-in test:
- Passport-size photograph
- Original certificates (Identity proof, Proof of Age, Caste Certificate, Educational Qualifications, Publications if any)
- One set of self-attested photocopies of the above
- Duly filled Annexure I (application form)
Note: The number of trainees may vary at the time of selection. The selection is only for training and not linked to regular appointments. The rank list validity is two years.
Notification No. 12/2025: Clerical Assistants (Contractual Basis)
Engagement of Retired Persons as Clerical Assistants on contractual basis in Spices Board
Vacancy Details
| Office Location | No. of Positions |
|---|---|
| Head Office, Kochi | 2 |
| Regional Office, Bodinayakanur | 1 |
| Regional Office, Sakleshpur | 1 |
| Regional Office, Chennai | 1 |
| Divisional Office, Madikeri | 1 |
| Indian Cardamom Research Institute (ICRI), Myladumpara | 1 |
Details
- Remuneration: Rs. 25,000/- per month (consolidated)
- Period of Engagement: Two years or up to age 65, whichever is earlier (initially one year, extendable by one year based on performance)
- Reservation: ST - 2, General - 5
- Age Limit: Below 64 years
- Educational Qualification: Degree from a recognized University/Institution
Eligibility
- Retired employee from Central/State Govt Departments/PSUs/Autonomous Bodies/Commodity Boards with experience in clerical work
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Working experience with computers (MS Office/Open Office, Email & Internet)
Terms and Conditions
- Fixed remuneration of Rs. 25,000/- per month (total remuneration plus pension not to exceed last pay drawn)
- No additional allowances or accommodation facilities
- Working hours: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (may include Saturdays or extra hours as needed)
- Leave: 12 days per calendar year (pro-rata basis, non-encashable)
- Termination: 15 days’ notice by the Board for unsatisfactory performance or administrative reasons
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. A panel will be formed for each office, valid for two years.
Application Instructions
Applications in the prescribed format (Annexure II) with relevant documents should be emailed to hrd.sb-ker@gov.in by April 8, 2025, and a hard copy sent to the Secretary, Spices Board, Kochi, by April 15, 2025. Required documents (as a single PDF):
- Annexure II (application form)
- Educational qualifications (chronological order)
- ID proof
- Experience certificates
- Relevant documents, if any
Note: No TA/DA for interviews. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via the Spices Board website. Previous contractual employees of Spices Board need not apply.
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