CMFRI Kochi Recruitment 2026 – Salary up to ₹42,000 | Apply Now for Young Professional & Field Assistant | Last Date 15 April

CMFRI Kochi Recruitment: Looking for a high-paying government job in Kerala? ICAR-CMFRI Kochi has released a direct recruitment 2026 notification offering up to ₹42,000/month salary. This is a walk-in interview-based opportunity, and the last date to apply is 15 April 2026.

Job Overview – CMFRI Kochi Vacancy 2026

Details	Information
Organization	ICAR – Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI), Kochi
Post Name	Young Professional-II, Field Assistant
Total Vacancies	4 (3 YP-II + 1 FA)
Salary	₹42,000 / ₹18,000 + HRA
Job Type	Contract (6 Months)
Application Mode	Email + Walk-in Interview
Last Date	15 April 2026
Interview Date	20 April 2026

CMFRI Kochi Recruitment 2026: Salary Details

• Young Professional-II: ₹42,000 per month (Fixed Salary)
• Field Assistant: ₹18,000 + HRA per month

Important Dates for CMFRI Kochi Recruitment

• Last Date to Apply: 15 April 2026
• Interview Date: 20 April 2026 (10:00 AM)

Vacancy Details – CMFRI Kochi Recruitment 2026

Post Name	Number of Vacancies
Young Professional-II (YP-II)	3
Field Assistant (FA)	1
Total Vacancies	4 Posts

Educational Qualification for CMFRI Kochi Recruitment 2026

Post Name	Essential Qualification	Preferred / Desirable Qualification
Young Professional-II	Postgraduate in: • Fisheries Science • Marine Science • Marine Biology • Aquatic Biology • Zoology • Climate Change & Adaptation	• Experience in marine mammal research/survey • Knowledge in GIS, statistical tools, AI • Oceanographic data collection experience • Scientific publications • Ability to swim & fieldwork readiness
Field Assistant	Graduate degree in any discipline	• Postgraduate in Fisheries / Marine Science / Zoology / Environmental Science • Basic computer knowledge (MS Office) • Experience in research/data entry • Knowledge in plankton identification, GIS tools • Fieldwork & marine activity experience

CMFRI Kochi Recruitment 2026: Age Limit

• Young Professional-II: 21 to 45 years
• Field Assistant:
  • Men: Up to 35 years
  • Women: Up to 40 years

(Age relaxation applicable as per government rules)

Selection Process

• Shortlisting based on application
• Walk-in Interview
• Document verification

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview.

Nature & Duration of Post

Post Name	Nature of Work	Duration
Young Professional-II	• Travel across Indian coast for data collection • Work onboard fishing vessels/ships for marine surveys • Marine mammal stock assessment & research • Data entry, data analysis, report preparation • Scientific publication work	Contract basis for 6 months (up to 30 September 2026 or as decided)
Field Assistant	• Assist in field data collection along coastal areas • Work onboard fishing vessels for surveys • Support analysis of plankton, water & sediment samples • Office work, data entry, MS Office tasks	Contract basis for 6 months (or as decided by authority)

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Download application format (Annexure I & II) from official PDF
2. Fill in all required details
3. Attach:
   • Educational certificates
   • Experience documents
   • ID proof
4. Convert all documents into a single PDF file
5. Send via email to: mmsaicmfri23@gmail.com
6. Wait for shortlisting confirmation via email
7. Attend walk-in interview if selected

Applications without documents will be rejected.

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