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Kerala Agricultural University Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Assistant Professor (Contract) Post

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Total Vacancies
1 Post
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Salary / Remuneration
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Selection / Apply Mode
Offline (Post)
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Closing Date
28 January 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. KeralaAgriculturalUniversityKAU/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count 1 (1 Post)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Online / Offline 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 28 January 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) Regional Headquarters, Malappuram, Kerala, India
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification 1. B.Tech (Agrl. Engg.). 🌐 Authority Official Website Refer Official Notification Document
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Kerala Agricultural University Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Assistant Professor (Contract) Post

Kerala Agricultural University Recruitment 2026

Applications are invited from eligible candidates for the selection of Assistant Professor (Contract) through Walk-in Interview at Kelappaji College of Agricultural Engineering & Food Technology (KCAEFT), Tavanur. The position offers a consolidated monthly emolument of Rs. 44,100/-.

Overview

CompanyPostsLast DateWebsite
Kerala Agricultural University (KCAEFT)Assistant Professor (Contract)28/01/2026, 10:00 AMkau.in

Vacancy Details

Post NameNo. of PostsSalaryDiscipline
Assistant Professor (Contract)1Rs. 44,100/- per monthIrrigation & Drainage Engineering (IDE)

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Assistant Professor (Contract)

  • Essential Qualification:
    1. B.Tech (Agrl. Engg.).
    2. M.Tech (Soil & Water Engineering / Soil & Water Conservation Engineering / Irrigation & Drainage Engineering) / Equivalent.
    3. NET Qualification (ASRB/ICAR/UGC/AICTE).
  • Details on Qualification:
    • Bachelor's Degree from the discipline concerned, recognized by Kerala Agricultural University. (Note: B.Tech in Agri. Engg. not insisted if make-up courses of at least 12 credits (semester) or 18 credits (trimester) for PG courses in Agri. Engg. from KAU are completed).
    • Master's Degree in relevant subject recognized by KAU with minimum 55% marks (traditional system).
    • Ph.D. holders (as per UGC Regulations 2009 and 2016) are exempted from NET under specific conditions (regular mode, evaluated by 2 examiners, open viva voce, 2 research papers, 2 conference papers).
    • Masters programs in disciplines where NET is not conducted are exempted from NET.
    • Foreign Ph.D. (Top 500 QS/THE/ARWU rankings) is also acceptable.
  • Age Limit: Not over 50 years as on 01.01.2026.
  • Desirable: Knowledge in Malayalam language to read and write; Ph.D. in the relevant subject. PG candidates considered in absence/shortage of NET/Ph.D. holders.

Important Links

Important Links:
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Application Format: Click here
Official Website: Click here

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for KAU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026?
A: Interested candidates must appear for the walk-in-interview on 28.01.2026 at 10 AM.

Q2: What is the salary for the Assistant Professor post?
A: The consolidated emolument is Rs. 44,100/- per month.

Q3: Is NET qualification mandatory?
A: Yes, unless the candidate holds a Ph.D. degree meeting specific UGC norms or if the discipline does not have a NET exam.

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