📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
- Recruiting Body: Bihar Agricultural University (BAU), Sabour, Bhagalpur – Directorate of Research
- Advt / File No.: DR/ 739(I)/2023/No. 2278 (dated 09.11.2026)
- Total Vacancies: 1 (One) – Unreserved (UR)
- Post Name: Project Associate-I
- Employment Nature: Contractual & Temporary (Project-Based under DBT-funded project)
- Interview Date & Time: 25 November 2026 at 11:00 AM
- Bio-data Email Deadline: 21 November 2026, 5:00 PM
- Application / Interview Mode: Walk-in Interview (Bio-data to be emailed first)
- Venue: Not printed in the official notification – Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bhagalpur
- Pay: Rs. 31,000/- per month + HRA (as admissible)
- Application Fee: Not Stated in Official Notification
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Category | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate-I | 1 (One) | UR | Not Stated | Rs. 31,000/- + HRA (as admissible) |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Project Associate-I (1 Post): Post Graduate degree in agricultural sciences in Plant Pathology / Bio Technology / Relevant discipline with NET qualification (ICAR / CSIR / UGC or equivalent examination).
- Basic knowledge of computer science is desirable.
- Candidates should refer to the Download BAU Project Associate-I Official Notification PDF for discipline-specific eligibility.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Bio-data Submission: Candidates must email their bio-data to [email protected] by 21.11.2026, 5:00 PM. The bio-data must contain name, father's name, permanent and postal address, date of birth, academic qualifications, and experiences.
- Optional Google Form Submission: Candidates may also attach their details through the Google form/sheet link provided in the notification.
- Walk-in Interview: Shortlisted candidates will appear for a walk-in interview on 25 November 2026 at 11:00 AM.
- Document Verification: Original documents will be verified on the day of the interview.
- No TA/DA will be paid for appearing at the interview.
Terms of Engagement – Contractual & Temporary Basis
- The selected candidate must work full time in the project for at least 06 months from the date of joining on a contractual / term basis.
- Further extension of the engagement period may be allowed depending on satisfactory performance.
- After the project expires, the service stands terminated automatically without notice.
- The candidate has no legal right to absorption or re-engagement in the project.
- The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
- Post Graduate Degree Certificate and All Mark Sheets in Agricultural Sciences (Plant Pathology / Bio Technology / Relevant Discipline)
- NET Qualification Certificate (ICAR / CSIR / UGC or equivalent)
- Bio-data containing name, father's name, permanent and postal address, date of birth, academic qualifications, and experiences
- Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
- Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
Instructions:
- Email your bio-data to [email protected] before 21.11.2026, 5:00 PM.
- Carry all original documents to the interview venue on 25.11.2026.
- No TA/DA will be paid for appearing at the interview.
- All other rules and regulations for this advertisement follow the guidelines of the project / university from time to time.
Important Links
- Download BAU Project Associate-I Walk-in Interview Official Notification PDF (dated 09.11.2026)
- Visit Bihar Agricultural University Official Website
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the walk-in interview date and time for BAU Project Associate-I recruitment?
The walk-in interview for the Project Associate-I post at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bhagalpur is scheduled on 25 November 2026 at 11:00 AM.
What is the last date to send bio-data for BAU Project Associate-I?
Candidates must email their bio-data to [email protected] by 21 November 2026, 5:00 PM to be considered for the walk-in interview.
Is there any application fee for BAU Project Associate-I recruitment?
The official notification does not specify any application fee for this recruitment. Candidates are advised to check the official notice for any updates.
Is BAU Project Associate-I a permanent government job?
No. The Project Associate-I position is purely temporary and contractual, co-terminus with the project. The minimum engagement is 06 months, and the service is automatically terminated upon project completion without any right to absorption or re-engagement.
What is the salary for BAU Project Associate-I?
The selected candidate will receive Rs. 31,000/- per month plus HRA (as admissible under project guidelines).
What is the required qualification for BAU Project Associate-I?
Candidates must hold a Post Graduate degree in agricultural sciences in Plant Pathology / Bio Technology / relevant discipline with NET qualification (ICAR / CSIR / UGC or equivalent examination). Basic knowledge of computer science is desirable.