Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth (VNMKV) has announced three contractual vacancies at its Sorghum Research Station in Parbhani: one Senior Research Fellow and two Field Assistants. The listed qualifications differ by post, so applicants should check which criteria apply to their selected role. Applications must reach the station by 5:00 p.m. on 5 November 2026.
Vacancy Summary
| Organization | VNMKV |
|---|---|
| Positions | Senior Research Fellow & Field Assistant |
| Vacancies | 3 |
| Qualification | Graduate, Post Graduate, Diploma, M.Phil/Ph.D |
| Advertisement number | SRS/NMHYS/802/2026 |
| Application deadline | 05-11-2026 |
Reference number: SRS/NMHYS/802/2026
How to Apply
- Use the application formats in Annexure-I and Annexure-II of the official notification (PDF). Submit a separate form for each post; applications that do not follow the prescribed format will not be considered.
- Enclose your CV, a recent photograph and the required self-attested documents listed below.
- Send the hard-copy application personally or by post to: Officer Incharge & Principal Investigator, Sorghum Research Station, Parbhani 431 401. It must reach the office by 5:00 p.m. on 5 November 2026.
- If a near or distant relative is employed by ICAR/IARI, declare the relative’s name, designation, nature of duties and relationship in writing before the interview, using Annexure-II. Other candidates must furnish Annexure-II at the interview.
- Attend the interview with the documents listed below.
Eligibility
| Post | Essential qualification | Preferred |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (1 post) | Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Agricultural Botany (Genetics and Plant Breeding) | Experience in sorghum research |
| Field Assistant (2 posts) | Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Agriculture | Experience in sorghum research |
M.Sc. (Agriculture) final-year students who have submitted their thesis may be considered for interview. If selected, they must produce their Provisional Degree Certificate when joining. Only candidates with the essential qualifications will be considered for interview. Applicants should check the full eligibility conditions in the official notification.
Documents to Prepare
Enclose with the application:
- CV and a recent photograph
- Copies of certificates from matriculation onwards
- Date of birth certificate
- NET/equivalent certificates and mark-sheets
- Proof of experience and publications
- No-objection certificate from the employer, if employed
Bring to the interview:
- Hard copy of the duly completed application in the prescribed format
- One set of self-attested photocopies of certificates
- Original certificates for verification
- Two copies of a recent passport-size photograph
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 21 and 45 years old. The application form asks for age as of the interview date. Age relaxation for SC, ST, OBC, persons with disabilities, ex-servicemen and women candidates is as per Government rules.
Salary
| Post | Monthly pay |
|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow | Rs. 37,000 plus HRA in the first and second years; Rs. 42,000 plus HRA in the third year |
| Field Assistant | Rs. 20,000 fixed |
The posts are temporary and contractual, initially up to 31 March 2027. Extension may depend on performance or continue until the project ends, whichever is earlier. The positions are non-regular and co-terminus with the project.
Important Dates
- Notice date: 29 October 2026
- Walk-in interview: 13 November 2026 at 11:00 a.m.
The notice’s main text gives the interview date as 13 November 2026. Clause 19 prints a reporting date of 13 October 2026, which precedes the notice date; applicants should check the official notification.
Application Fees
The official notification does not specify an application fee.
Selection Process
If applications exceed the available posts, candidates will be shortlisted on merit based on academic performance and experience. A proportionate 1:5 number of shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the Selection Committee.
Reporting is at 10:30 a.m. at the Directorate of Research, VNMKV, Parbhani. Arrival after 11:00 a.m. will be treated as absence. No call letters will be issued, and no travel or other expenses will be paid for attending.
Application deadline: 05-11-2026
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The notice covers three project-linked posts at VNMKV’s Sorghum Research Station, with applications due by 5:00 p.m. on 5 November 2026.
