TNAU Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Walk-in Dates

Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) Coimbatore Last Date: 2nd March, 2026
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TNAU Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Walk-in Dates

Recruitment Overview

Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) has announced a recruitment drive for the year 2026, inviting applications for 06 vacancies in various temporary/contractual roles. This recruitment is specifically for the positions of Technical Assistant, Contractual Worker, and Teaching Assistant.

This is a Direct Recruitment process based on a Walk-in Interview. There is no written examination for these posts. Candidates with educational qualifications ranging from Diploma to Ph.D. are eligible to attend the interview on the specified dates at the university campus in Coimbatore or Thanjavur.

Key Highlights

Organization Name Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU)
Post Name(s) Technical Assistant, Contractual Worker, Teaching Assistant
Total Vacancies 06
Application Mode Walk-in Interview
Job Type Contractual / Temporary
Official Website https://tnau.ac.in/

Vacancy Details

The vacancies are distributed across specific projects and locations. Candidates are advised to check the project details carefully before attending the interview.

Post Name / Project No of Posts Location
Technical Assistant – Bio-Efficacy of Priv Bio-Stimulants on productivity of Tomato and Chilli 01 Thanjavur
Contractual Worker – FMC Funds 01 Coimbatore
Teaching Assistant – Food Processing and Food Engineering / Farm Machinery / Power and Soil / Water Conservation 02 Coimbatore
Teaching Assistant – Food Process Engineering / Renewable Energy 02 Coimbatore

Salary / Stipend Structure

Post Name Salary / Stipend
Technical Assistant (Tomato & Chilli) Rs. 20,000/- Per Month
Contractual Worker (FMC Funds) Rs. 16,000/- Per Month (with EPF+ESIC)
Teaching Assistant (Food Processing / Farm Machinery etc.) Rs. 55,000/- p.m. (with NET)
Rs. 45,000/- p.m. (without NET)
Teaching Assistant (Food Process Engineering / Renewable Energy) Rs. 42,000/- p.m. (with NET)
Rs. 40,000/- p.m. (without NET)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Post-wise educational requirements are listed below:

  • Technical Assistant (Tomato & Chilli Project): Diploma in Agriculture / Horticulture / Agricultural Engineering.
  • Contractual Worker (FMC Funds): B.Com / B.Sc / B.A with Computer knowledge.
  • Teaching Assistant (Food Processing / Farm Machinery / Power & Soil / Water Conservation): Ph.D in relevant field (Processing and Food Engineering / Farm Machinery / Power and Soil / Water Conservation / Renewable Energy / Energy Engineering). Preference with NET.
  • Teaching Assistant (Food Process Engineering / Renewable Energy): Master's degree (M.Sc/M.E/M.Tech) in Agricultural Engineering / Processing and Food Engineering / Renewable Energy / Energy Engineering. Preference with NET.

Age Limit

Age limit is determined as per project norms. Generally, the upper age limit is restricted to 40 years. However, candidates should verify specific age requirements for their respective projects during the interview.

Selection Process

The selection for TNAU Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through the following stages:

  1. Shortlisting: Based on the application and eligibility.
  2. Walk-in Interview: Eligible candidates must appear for a personal interview on the scheduled dates.

Application Fee

There is no mention of an application fee in the provided text. Candidates are advised to check the official notification PDF for any fee requirements.

How to Apply

Candidates wishing to apply must attend the Walk-in Interview with the required documents. Follow these steps:

  1. Read the official notification carefully before applying.
  2. Download the application form from the official website: https://tnau.ac.in/site/csw/job-opportunities/.
  3. Fill out the application form carefully with correct information.
  4. Attach self-attested copies of required documents (photograph, educational certificates, experience certificates, ID proof).
  5. Check all details carefully.
  6. Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the notification (Project-wise – Dean / The Dean (Engg.), AEC&RI, TNAU, Coimbatore) OR submit it physically at the interview venue.
  7. Ensure the application reaches before the last date or attend the walk-in on the specified date.

Important Dates

Event Date & Time
Interview for Technical Assistant 24.02.2026, 09:00 AM
Interview for Contractual Worker 26.02.2026, 09:30 AM
Interview for Teaching Assistant 02.03.2026, 09:30 AM

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Active Recruitments

Job Name Location Last Date Details
TNAU Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Walk-in Dates
Coimbatore 2nd March, 2026 View Details
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Past/Expired Recruitments

Job Details Closing Date
Young Professional and Various Posts
( 09 Posts) Posts • -, Coimbatore
11th December 2025
Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Technical Assistant
( 03 Posts) Posts • -, Thanjavur
20th November 2025
Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Technical Assistant (TA)
( 03 Posts) Posts • -, Tiruvarur
2nd May 2025
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About Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU)

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The Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) was established as an Agricultural School at Saidapet, Tamil Nadu, in the year 1868 and it was later relocated at Coimbatore. In 1920 it was affiliated to Madras University. TNAU assumed full responsibilities of Agricultural Education and Research and supported the State Agricultural Department by delivering research products. Agricultural College and Research Institute, Coimbatore and Agricultural College and Research Institute, Madurai formed the nucleus of the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University while it was established in 1971.

TNAU offers courses in B.Sc. (Horticulture), B.E.(Agriculture), B.Sc.(Home Science), B.Sc.(Forestry), B.Sc.(Horticulture), B.Sc.(Forestry), B.E.(Agriculture), B.Sc.(Agriculture), B.Tech.(Food Process Engineering), B.Tech.(Agricultural Biotechnology), B.Tech.(Horticulture), B.Tech.(Energy and Environmental Engineering), B.Tech.(Bioinformatics), B.Tech.(Agricultural Information Technology) and B.S.(Agribusiness Management).

Tamil Nadu Agricultural University recruitment offers great career opportunities for several posts such as Technical Assistant, Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Teaching Assistant, Computer Assistant.

Interested candidates can pursue courses in Diploma in Agriculture / Horticulture, M.Sc. (Agricultural Microbiology) with NET Qualification, B.Tech. (Agricultural Information Technology) for a great career at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University.


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