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Kerala Agricultural University Project Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1 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 Project Fellow (1 Post)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Online 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 28 January 2026
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Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) Regional Headquarters, Kasargod, India
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification 1st Class M.Sc. in Agriculture / Basic / Applied Science. 🌐 Authority Official Website kau.in ↗
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Kerala Agricultural University Project Fellow Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1 Post

Kerala Agricultural University Recruitment 2026: Project Fellow

Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the post of Project Fellow in a time-bound research project funded by the KSCSTE at the College of Agriculture, Padannakkad. The position is purely on a contractual basis for a duration of 3 years.


Overview

ParameterDetails
OrganizationKerala Agricultural University (College of Agriculture, Padannakkad)
Post NameProject Fellow
Total Vacancies1
Apply Before28th January 2026 (4:00 PM)
Interview Date29th January 2026 (10:00 AM)
Official Websitekau.in

Vacancy Details

Post NameProjectNo. of PostsSalary (Per Month)
Project FellowBoosting growth and climate resilience in brinjal (Solanum melongena L.) and tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) using habitat-adapted endophyte(s)1Rs. 22,000 (Consolidated)

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Project Fellow

  • Essential Qualification: 1st Class M.Sc. in Agriculture / Basic / Applied Science.
  • Desirable Qualification:
    • Specialization in Plant Physiology/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ Plant Science.
    • Experience in handling microbial cultures and field level experiments.
  • Age Limit: Upper age limit is 36 years as on the date of interview. Relaxation for eligible candidates as per existing rules.
  • Responsibilities: Implement methodology, data collection, field visits, writing project reports/research papers, and coordinate overall research activities.


FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for the Project Fellow post?
A: The last date to submit the application via Google Form is 28th January 2026 by 4:00 PM.

Q2: When is the interview scheduled?
A: The interview will be held on 29th January 2026 at 10:00 AM at the College of Agriculture Padannakkad.

Q3: What is the salary for the Project Fellow position?
A: The consolidated salary is Rs. 22,000 per month.

Q4: Is the position permanent?
A: No, the appointment is purely on a temporary/contractual basis and is co-terminus with the project duration of 3 years.