Dr. PDKV Recruitment 2026: 1 Young Personnel – Walk-In Interview on 16 November 2026 @ pdkv.ac.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Post Name: Young Personnel
• Educational Qualification: Master's Degree in Agriculture (M.Sc. Agri) in GPB / Ag. Biotechnology / Seed Technology / Plant Physiology from a recognized University.
• Experience (Desirable): Working experience in conducting research trials of Plant Breeding, with knowledge of MS-word, Power point, Excel, etc.
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC and other exempted categories as per university rules.
• Other Conditions: No accommodation will be provided for this post. Leave and other benefits as per existing norms of the University.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

1. Scrutiny of applications: Applications will be scrutinised.
2. Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on eligibility.
3. Interview: Eligible candidates will appear for interview on 16 November 2026.

Discretionary powers rest with the selection committee and Senior Research Scientist (Pulses). No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Pay and Terms of Engagement

• The post is purely contractual with no claim for regular appointment under Dr. PDKV, Akola.
• Tenure is up to 31 March 2027, extendable depending on the continuation of the project, product testing trials, and availability of grant.
• Term will be co-terminus with the project or earlier based on performance.
• The selected candidate must join within 7 days from the date of issue of order, else the order is treated as cancelled.
• One month prior notice is required to leave before the tenure ends; failing which one month pay or pay for the shortfall will not be drawn.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Filled-in application proforma with latest passport size photograph.
• Date of birth proof (original with attested copy).
• Education qualification certificates, SSC and above (original with attested copies).
• Reprints of research papers published (if any).
• Experience certificate, if any.
• No objection certificate (if employed).

How to Apply for Dr. PDKV Recruitment 2026

1. Fill in the application proforma printed with the notice (Walk-in Interview Application Form).
2. Affix a latest passport size photograph on the form.
3. Report at the venue between 9.00 and 10.00 am on 16-11-2026.
4. Submit the filled-in proforma with all essential documents in hard copy at the walk-in interview.
5. Bring original documents with attested copies.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to attend the Dr. PDKV Young Personnel recruitment?

Candidates must attend the walk-in interview on 16 November 2026. Reporting time is 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

2. What is the venue and reporting time for the Dr. PDKV walk-in interview?

The walk-in interview will be held at Senior Research Scientist, Pulses Research Centre, Dr. PDKV, Akola. Candidates should report between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

3. Is there an application fee for this recruitment?

The official notification does not specify any application fee for this post.

4. What is the nature of employment and job duration?

The post is purely contractual and project-based with a tenure up to 31 March 2027. There is no claim for regular appointment.

5. What is the salary structure for the Young Personnel post?

The selected candidate will receive a fixed monthly remuneration of Rs. 30,000.