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Vacancy Details
- Research Associate: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Ph.D. (Farm Machinery and Power Engg.) or M.Tech in Farm Machinery & Power Engg. with three years experience and at least one SCI/NAAS paper - Senior Research Fellow: 2 vacancies
Qualification: M.Tech (Agricultural Engineering) with two years experience - Junior Research Fellow: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master degree in Agronomy/Soil Science/Genetics and Plant Breeding - Technical/Project Assistant cum Technician: 2 vacancies
Qualification: Bachelor degree in Computer Science (BCA/BCS/B.Tech CS) or B.Tech Mechanical or B.Com - Contractual Skilled Labour: 1 vacancies
Qualification: HSC (12th) or Diploma in Machinist/Fitter trade - Contractual Un-skilled Labour: 1 vacancies
Qualification: SSC (10th)
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 40 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years
Application Fees
- All Categories: ₹0
Selection Process
- Shortlisting: If many applications are received, candidates will be shortlisted on merit in a 1:5 ratio based on academic performance, publications and experience.
- Academic performance evaluation: Shortlisted candidates will have an academic performance evaluation scored out of 70 marks using a post-wise score card.
- Interview / selection committee: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the selection committee; interview/selection committee marks carry 30 marks.
How to Apply
- Fill in the Application Proforma (Annexure-A) printed with the advertisement.
- Attach a detailed bio-data/CV and the duly filled academic performance credentials.
- Enclose self-attested photocopies of educational qualifications, experience certificates and other supporting documents with proper page numbering.
- Send the complete hard-copy application to Dean cum Co-Principal Investigator (DST-CoE), College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology, VNMKV, Parbhani-431402.
- Ensure the application reaches on or before 19-11-2026 during office hours.
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- Last date for receipt of hard-copy application (during office hours):
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum educational qualifications required for these posts?
Qualifications vary by post: Research Associate requires Ph.D. (or M.Tech with experience), SRF requires M.Tech, JRF requires a Master’s in Agronomy/Soil Science/Genetics & Plant Breeding, Technical/Project Assistant requires a bachelor’s degree (BCA/BCS/B.Tech CS/B.Tech Mechanical or B.Com), Skilled Labour requires HSC (12th) or relevant diploma, and Un-skilled Labour requires SSC (10th).
How do I apply for the VNMKV positions?
Apply offline by filling the Application Proforma (Annexure-A), attaching a detailed CV, academic performance credentials and self-attested supporting documents, and send the hard-copy to the Dean cum Co-Principal Investigator, CAET, VNMKV, Parbhani-431402 so it reaches on or before 19-11-2026 during office hours.
What is the last date to submit the application?
The last date for receipt of hard-copy applications during office hours is 19-11-2026.
How will candidates be selected?
Selection involves shortlisting on merit (1:5 ratio if applicable), an academic performance evaluation worth 70 marks, and an interview/selection committee assessment worth 30 marks; only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.
What is the pay scale for these posts?
Pay ranges from Rs.12,000 to Rs.58,000 depending on the post (examples: Research Associate Rs.58,000 + 10% HRA; SRF Rs.42,000 + 10% HRA; JRF Rs.37,000 + 10% HRA; Technical/Project Assistant Rs.18,000 + 10% HRA; Skilled Labour Rs.15,000; Un-skilled Labour Rs.12,000).
