SDAU Recruitment 2026: 1 Young Professional-II – Walk-In Interview on 27 October 2026 @ sdau.edu.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Project Name: National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA)
Contract Duration: 11 months or until completion of the project, whichever is earlier.
Job Location: Deesa, Banaskantha district, Gujarat — including project-assigned cluster villages (Dhaneri, Marwada, and nearby villages).

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Young Professional-II: M.Sc. (Agri.) in Agronomy / Horticulture / Agriculture Extension / Agriculture Engineering from a recognized university.
• Age Limit: Candidates must not exceed 45 years as on the date of the walk-in interview (27/10/2026).
• Experience: Candidates with relevant agricultural experience in extension work or project-based field activities will be given preference during the interview.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• Selection Method: Direct Walk-In Interview. Candidates must physically attend the interview on 27/10/2026 at 10:00 AM at the stated venue with all original and attested documents.
• Document Verification: Original certificates and documents will be verified at the time of the interview.
• Screening: Candidates must carry a filled bio-data/application performa, signed photograph, and attested photocopies. Incomplete applications may be rejected.
• Travel Allowance: No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the walk-in interview. Candidates must bear their own travel and stay expenses.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Downloaded and filled Application Performa / Bio-Data from the official notification.
• Duly signed recent passport-size photograph affixed on the application form.
• Attested copies of all educational qualification certificates, including M.Sc. (Agri.) degree and consolidated mark sheets.
• Proof of Age: Matriculation certificate or birth certificate (original and attested copy).
• Work experience certificates on official letterhead (if applicable).
• Original documents for verification at the time of the interview.

Important Instructions: Selected candidates must frequently visit and stay in Dhaneri, Marwada, and cluster villages as per project requirements. Work will be assigned by the Senior Scientist & Head and Principal Investigator / Co-PI, NICRA Project at KVK, Deesa. The engagement is purely temporary and adhoc; SDAU is not bound to provide employment after completion of the assignment. Renewal is possible depending on project requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the walk-in interview date for SDAU Young Professional-II recruitment?

The walk-in interview for the Young Professional-II post at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, S. D. Agricultural University, Deesa is scheduled for 27 October 2026 at 10:00 AM.

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

Candidates must report to the Office of the Director of Extension Education, S. D. Agricultural University, Sardarkrushinagar, Dist: Banaskantha, Gujarat – 385535 at 10:00 AM on 27/10/2026.

3. Is there any application fee for SDAU Young Professional-II recruitment?

The official notification does not mention any application fee. No fee has been specified for attending the walk-in interview.

4. Is this a permanent government job?

No. This is a contractual engagement under the NICRA project for a duration of 11 months or until the project completion, whichever is earlier. The engagement is temporary and adhoc; SDAU does not guarantee employment after the project period. Renewal is possible based on project requirements.

5. What is the salary for SDAU Young Professional-II?

Selected candidates will receive a fixed monthly remuneration of Rs. 42,000/- during the contractual period. No additional allowances or dearness relief are mentioned in the notification.

6. Will travel expenses be reimbursed for attending the SDAU walk-in interview?

No. No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the walk-in interview. Candidates must arrange and bear their own travel and stay expenses.