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MANAGE Assistant Director Recruitment 2026: Detailed Notification
1. Recruitment Overview
The National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), an autonomous institute under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India, has released an official notification for the recruitment of 03 Assistant Director posts. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a Master's degree in Agricultural Extension, Economics, or Management to join a premier institution in Hyderabad.
Recruitment Type: This is a Competitive Recruitment process involving a Written Examination, Essay Writing, Presentation, and Personal Interview. Candidates must apply Offline via the prescribed format.
2. Key Highlights Table
| Organization Name | National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Assistant Director (AD01, AD02, AD03) |
| Total Vacancies | 03 |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Application Start Date | 23 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 22 February 2026 (30 days from publication) |
| Official Website | https://www.manage.gov.in/ |
3. Vacancy Details (Post-wise Breakdown)
| Post Code | Post Name | Total Posts (Reservation) |
|---|---|---|
| AD01 | Assistant Director (Agricultural Extension / Agricultural Economics) |
01 (ST) |
| AD02 | Assistant Director (Agri-Business Management / HR Management) |
01 (UR) |
| AD03 | Assistant Director (Agricultural Extension) |
01 (UR) |
4. Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)
A. Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree (First Class) i.e., 60% marks or above from a recognized university. The specific specialization varies by post code:
- Post AD01: Master’s degree in Agricultural Extension / Agricultural Economics.
- Post AD02: Master’s degree in Agri-Business Management / Human Resource Management.
- Post AD03: Master’s degree in Agricultural Extension.
Experience: Mandatory 3 years experience in Training / Teaching / Research in the relevant field from Central/State Govt, Universities, PSUs, or Autonomous organizations.
Desirable: Ph.D in the relevant subject.
B. Age Limit & Relaxation
- Maximum Age: 35 years for UR candidates.
- Age Relaxation (Specific):
- ST Candidates (Post AD01 only): Maximum age up to 40 years.
- Government Servants: Up to 40 years as per GoI instructions.
- Other Relaxations: Applicable for PwBD (40% or more), Ex-Servicemen, Widows, and Divorced Women as per GoI rules.
Critical Note: The age is calculated as on the closing date of application or as specified in the notification (likely 22/02/2026).
C. Mandatory Requirements
- Language: Ability to read/write/speak English and Hindi is generally required for administrative roles.
- Physical Standards: Not specified in the text.
5. Examination Structure & Selection Process
The selection involves a rigorous two-stage process:
Stage-I: Written Examination
| Paper/Stage | Component | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Stage-I | Written Examination | 100 Marks |
| Stage-II | Essay Writing | 20 Marks |
| Presentation | 10 Marks | |
| Personal Interview | 20 Marks |
Final Merit: Based on Total Marks (150) from Stage-I + Stage-II.
Exam Pattern (Likely Structure)
Note: Specific exam pattern (subjects/number of questions) is not detailed in the text, but typically includes:
- Mode: Offline (OMR based) or Written.
- Subjects: Professional Knowledge (Agri-Extension/Economics/Mgmt), General Awareness, English Language.
- Negative Marking: To be confirmed in the detailed notification (Usually 1/3rd marks deducted for wrong answers in government exams).
6. Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / Others | ₹1000/- (Including GST) |
| PwBD / Women / SC / ST | ₹500/- |
Payment Mode: Demand Draft (DD) in favour of “MANAGE” payable at Hyderabad.
7. How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
Since this is an offline recruitment, follow these steps carefully:
- Visit Official Website: Go to www.manage.gov.in and download the official notification and Application Form.
- Fill Application Form: Download the prescribed format and fill it carefully with accurate details.
- Prepare Documents: Attach self-attested copies of:
- Educational Certificates (Mark Sheets, Degrees).
- Experience Certificates.
- Caste Certificate (if applicable).
- Aadhaar Card.
- Passport size photograph.
- Demand Draft.
- Superscribe Envelope: Write “Application for the Post of Assistant Director” along with the Post Code on the top of the envelope.
- Send Application: Send the filled form via Speed Post / Registered Post to the following address:
The Deputy Director (Administration)
National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE)
Rajendranagar, Hyderabad – 500 030, Telangana - Deadline: Ensure the application reaches the institute by 22 February 2026.
8. Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 23 January 2026
- Application Submission Start: 23 January 2026
- Last Date for Receipt of Application: 22 February 2026 (30 days from publication in Employment News)
- Exam/Interview Dates: To be notified later.