Various Vacancies in Krishi Vigyan Kendras under Assam Agricultural University

📋 Job Description

- Recruitment drive for 33 vacancies across Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) under Assam Agricultural University.
- Positions include Senior Scientist & Head, Subject Matter Specialists, Farm Manager, Programme Assistants, Assistant, Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, and Supporting Staff.
- Online applications open from 27th July 2026 to 26th August 2026.
- Competitive pay scales ranging from Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 1,31,400 per month as per 7th Pay Commission and ICAR norms.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply.
- Permanent residents of Assam must apply only for posts other than Senior Scientist & Head.
- Senior Scientist & Head: Doctoral degree in relevant field with 8 years of experience in research/teaching/extension education.
- Subject Matter Specialists: Master's degree in Agriculture/Animal Science/Fisheries Science or equivalent.
- Farm Manager: Bachelor's degree in Agriculture/Animal Science/Fishery Science/Horticulture/Sericulture.
- Programme Assistant (Lab. Technician/Computer): Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
- Assistant: Bachelor's degree with 5 years of work experience in Accounts and establishment.
- Stenographer Grade-III: Bachelor's degree with working knowledge of computers and dictation test proficiency.
- Driver: Passed HSLC or equivalent with driving license for heavy and light vehicles and 2 years of driving experience.
- Supporting Staff - Grade I: Matriculation or equivalent pass or ITI pass.

🏆 Selection Process

- Selection process details not specified for most posts in the official notification.
- Stenographer Grade-III: Dictation test in English at 80 w.p.m. for 10 minutes followed by transcription on computer within 50 minutes.
- In-service candidates of AAU have no upper age limit.
- Age relaxation for reserved categories as per Government of Assam norms.

📊 Key Information

Organization	Assam Agricultural University
Location / State	Assam
Job Location	Assam (Krishi Vigyan Kendras across the state)
Category Eligibility	All (with specific reservations for SC, ST, OBC, and MOBC categories)
Experience Required	- Senior Scientist & Head: 8 years of experience in research/teaching/extension education. - Assistant: 5 years of work experience in Accounts and establishment. - Driver: 2 years of driving experience.
Application Start	27 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	26 August 2026

📊 AAU Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Senior Scientist and Head	3
Subject Matter Specialist (Agronomy)	3
Subject Matter Specialist (Agril Economics)	1
Subject Matter Specialist (Animal Science)	2
Subject Matter Specialist (Fishery Science)	5
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection)	2
Subject Matter Specialist (Soil Science)	1
Farm Manager	4
Programme Assistant (Lab. Technician)	1
Programme Assistant (Computer)	1
Assistant	4
Stenographer Grade-III	1
Driver	2
Supporting Staff - Grade I	3
Total	33

📁 Required Documents

- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Caste certificate (for reserved categories).
- Domicile certificate (for Assam residents).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) for in-service candidates.
- Passport-sized photographs and signature.
- Driving license (for Driver post).
- Additional documents as specified in the official application portal.

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Senior Scientist and Head: 3 vacancies (OBC/MOBC-1, ST(P)-1, ST(H)-1).
Subject Matter Specialist (Agronomy): 3 vacancies (UR-1, ST(P)-1, ST(H)-1).
Subject Matter Specialist (Agril Economics): 1 vacancy (OBC/MOBC-1).
Subject Matter Specialist (Animal Science): 2 vacancies (SC-1, ST(H)-1).
Subject Matter Specialist (Fishery Science): 5 vacancies (UR-1, OBC/MOBC-1, SC-1, ST(P)-1, ST(H)-1).
Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection): 2 vacancies (UR-1, OBC/MOBC-1).
Subject Matter Specialist (Soil Science): 1 vacancy (OBC/MOBC-1).
Farm Manager: 4 vacancies (UR-1, OBC/MOBC-1, ST(P)-1, ST(H)-1).
Programme Assistant (Lab. Technician): 1 vacancy (SC-1).
Programme Assistant (Computer): 1 vacancy (ST(P)-1).
Assistant: 4 vacancies (UR-2, SC-1, ST(H)-1).
Stenographer Grade-III: 1 vacancy (ST(H)-1).
Driver: 2 vacancies (UR-1, ST(H)-1).
Supporting Staff - Grade I: 3 vacancies (UR-1, ST(P)-2).

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the last date to apply for AAU KVK Recruitment 2026?

A. The last date to submit the online application is 26 August 2026.

Q. How many vacancies are there in AAU KVK Recruitment 2026?

A. There are 33 vacancies across nine post categories under the Krishi Vigyan Kendras of Assam Agricultural University.

Q. What is the application fee for AAU KVK Recruitment 2026?

A. The application fee is Rs. 1,000 for General/OBC candidates and Rs. 500 for SC/ST/PWD candidates, payable online.

Q. What is the age limit for AAU KVK Recruitment 2026?

A. The maximum age limit is 47 years for Senior Scientist-cum-Head, 38 years for Subject Matter Specialist, Programme Assistant, and Farm Manager, and 40 years for Assistant, Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, and Supporting Staff, all as on 1 January 2026. There is no upper age limit for in-service AAU candidates.

Q. What is the salary for Subject Matter Specialist in AAU KVK Recruitment 2026?

A. The initial pay for Subject Matter Specialist (T6) is Rs. 56,100 as per Level 10 in the Pay Matrix under 7th Pay, ICAR norms.