Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya (RVSKVV), Gwalior invites online applications (Advt. No. 40/2026-27) for Chief Scientist, Senior Scientist and Scientist posts across AICRP centres. Applications are accepted online from 29-10-2026 to 16-11-2026 via rvskvv.net and the MPOnline Chayan portal. Pay scales range from Pay Level 10A to 14A with prescribed pre-revised scales. Eligibility includes Ph.D. qualifications for senior posts and specified Master’s/NET requirements for Scientist posts. Selection includes a competence test for Scientist applicants, document scoring and verification. The appointment is temporary with a 3-year bond and other service conditions as per RVSKVV and ICAR rules.
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Vacancy Details
- A-01 Chief Scientist: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Agronomy/Soil Science/Soil and Water Engineering or related subjects; at least 10 publications; ten years’ experience including at least 3 years in an equivalent senior position. - B-01 Senior Scientist (Agronomy): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in Agronomy and M.Sc.(Ag.) in Agronomy with at least 55%; at least eight years’ relevant experience or equivalent combination with post-doctoral research and publications. - B-02 Senior Scientist (Genetics and Plant Breeding): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in Agriculture in Genetics and Plant Breeding (or Plant Breeding and Genetics) and M.Sc.(Ag.) in the same subject with at least 55%; at least eight years’ relevant experience or equivalent combination. - B-03 Senior Scientist (Entomology): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in Agriculture in Entomology and M.Sc.(Ag.) in Entomology with at least 55%; at least eight years’ relevant experience or equivalent combination. - B-04 Senior Scientist (Plant Pathology): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in Agriculture in Plant Pathology and M.Sc.(Ag.) in Plant Pathology with at least 55%; at least eight years’ relevant experience or equivalent combination. - B-05 Senior Scientist (Soil and Water Conservation Engineering): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering and M.Sc./M.Tech./M.E. in Agricultural Engineering with at least 55% in specified water/soil engineering specialisations; at least eight years’ relevant experience or equivalent combination. - B-06 Senior Scientist (Microbiology): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. in the relevant subject and M.Sc.(Ag.)/relevant master’s with minimum marks and required experience as per Senior Scientist conditions. - C-01 Scientist (Agronomy): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s in Agriculture/Science (min. 50%) and M.Sc.(Ag.) Agronomy (min. 55%); NET pass required; one NAAS/UGC journal publication required. - C-02 Scientist (Genetics and Plant Breeding): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s in Agriculture/Science with Botany as core subject (min.50%) and M.Sc.(Ag.) Plant Breeding & Genetics (min.55%); NET pass required; one NAAS/UGC journal publication required. - C-03 Scientist (Entomology): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s in Agriculture/Science (min.50%) and M.Sc.(Ag.) Entomology (min.55%); NET pass required; one NAAS/UGC journal publication required. - C-04 Scientist (Plant Pathology): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s in Agriculture/Science (min.50%) and M.Sc.(Ag.) Plant Pathology (min.55%); NET pass required; one NAAS/UGC journal publication required. - C-05 Scientist (Agricultural Engineering): 1 vacancies
Qualification: B.Tech./B.E. in Agricultural Engineering and M.Tech./M.E. in Agricultural Engineering (specified specialisations) with required marks; NET/requirements and one publication as applicable. - C-06 Scientist (Biochemistry): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s in Agriculture/Horticulture or a degree with Chemistry as core subject and M.Sc.(Ag./Horti.) or M.Sc. in Biochemistry/Agricultural Biochemistry/Plant Biochemistry or relevant subject (min.55%); NET pass required; one NAAS/UGC journal publication required. - C-07 Scientist (Phytochemistry): 1 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor’s in Agriculture/Horticulture, B.Pharm, or Science with Chemistry/Botany core and Master’s (M.Pharm or M.Sc.) in Phytochemistry/Pharmacognosy/Phyto-Pharmacy/Phyto-Medicine/Natural Products (min.55%); NET/SLET/SET acceptable for Biochemistry/Phytochemistry; one publication required.
Qualification Requirements
Chief Scientist: Doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Agronomy/Soil Science/Soil and Water Engineering or related subjects, at least 10 publications, and ten years’ experience including at least 3 years in an equivalent senior position. Senior Scientist: Ph.D. in the relevant subject and M.Sc.(Ag.)/M.Tech/M.E. with at least 55% and at least eight years’ relevant experience (or equivalent combination of post-doctoral research and publications). Scientist: Relevant Master’s degree (M.Sc (Ag.) or M.Tech/M.E. for engineering disciplines) with required minimum marks (Master’s 55%). Scientist applicants also need NET (ICAR/UGC/CSIR or approved agency) except in specified NET-exemption conditions; one publication in a NAAS-rated or UGC-referred journal is required.
Age Limits
- Maximum Age: 62 years
Application Fees
- Chief Scientist – General and OBC: ₹3000
- Chief Scientist – SC, ST and Divyang: ₹1500
- Senior Scientist – General and OBC: ₹2000
- Senior Scientist – SC, ST and Divyang: ₹1000
- Scientist – General and OBC: ₹1500
- Scientist – SC, ST and Divyang: ₹750
- Portal charge (all applicants): ₹200
- Competence Evaluation Test (Scientist applicants): ₹600
Selection Process
- Competence Evaluation Test: Scientist applicants must take a Competence Evaluation Test (this applies to Scientist-level applicants as stated).
- Document scoring: Uploaded documents are scored; documents that are illegible or unclear may not be considered and will get no score.
- Document verification / Interview: Candidates must show all original documents at the interview or at document verification; any shortfall in qualifications leads to rejection.
- Finalization: Final selection follows evaluation of test scores, document scores and verification as per the notification and university rules.
How to Apply
- Go to https://rvskvv.net or https://chayan.mponline.gov.in between 29 October 2026 and 16 November 2026.
- Read all terms, conditions and instructions for the post you want.
- Fill the online form and upload clear, readable scans of your documents.
- Pay the required fee online (portal charge, application fee and Competence Evaluation Test fee if applicable).
- Check the form carefully before final submission; corrections are not allowed after submission.
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Important Dates
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- Online application opens:
- Last date to apply:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum academic qualifications required for these posts?
Senior and Chief Scientist posts require a Ph.D. in the relevant subject. Scientist posts require a relevant Master’s degree (e.g., M.Sc. (Ag.) or M.Tech/M.E. for engineering) with specified minimum marks, and a NET pass except in specified exemption cases.
How do I apply for the RVSKVV Scientist and other posts?
Apply online only via www.rvskvv.net or the MPOnline Chayan portal between 29 October 2026 and 16 November 2026. Fill the online form, upload clear scans of documents, pay the fee online and submit; hard-copy applications are not accepted.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online is 16-11-2026. Online applications open on 29-10-2026.
What is the selection process for these posts?
Selection includes a Competence Evaluation Test for Scientist applicants, scoring of uploaded documents, and document verification/interview where originals must be produced. Any shortfall in qualifications can lead to rejection.
What are the pay scales or salary ranges for the posts?
Pay scales range from Pay Level 10A to Pay Level 14A. Specific ranges listed include Pay Level 14A (Rs.144200–Rs.218200) for Chief Scientist, Pay Level 13A (Rs.131400–Rs.217200) for Senior Scientist and Pay Level 10A (Rs.57700–Rs.182400) for Scientist; pre-revised pay scales are also printed in the notification.
