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Vacancy Details
- Senior Research Fellow (SRF) – Genetics & Plant Breeding: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in Genetics & Plant Breeding- Unreserved: 1
- Young Professional-II (YP-II) – Genetics & Plant Breeding: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in Genetics & Plant Breeding- Unreserved: 1
- Young Professional-II (YP-II) – Plant Pathology: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Master’s degree in Plant Pathology- Unreserved: 1
- Field Assistant: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Graduate or Diploma holder in Agricultural subject- Unreserved: 1
- Computer Operator: 1 vacancies
Qualification: Higher Secondary (10+2) or a Bachelor’s Degree, certified computer course and typing proficiency- Unreserved: 1
Qualification Requirements
Age Limits
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years
Selection Process
step: Shortlisting (if many applications)
detail: If a large number of applications are received, candidates will be shortlisted on merit based on academic performance and experience. Only shortlisted candidates in the ratio of 1:5 will be called for interview.
step: Interview by Selection Committee
detail: Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed by the Selection Committee at the Directorate of Research, VNMKV, Parbhani. Report by 10:30 AM; arrivals after 11:00 AM will be treated as absent. No call letters will be issued.
How to Apply
- Download the official notification and fill in the application format in Annexure-I. Use a separate form for each post applied for.
- Attach self-attested copies of certificates from matriculation onwards, DOB certificate, NET or equivalent, mark-sheets, proof of experience/publications, CV, and paste a recent photograph on the form.
- If employed, attach a no objection certificate from your employer.
- Fill Annexure-II declaring relatives at ICAR/IARI; if you have such relatives, send the declaration by post before the interview date. Candidates without such relatives hand in the declaration at the interview.
- Send hard copies by post or deliver in person to The Oilseeds Specialist and Principal Investigator, Oilseeds Research Station, Nanded Road, Latur-413512 so they arrive by 5:00 p.m. on 5 November 2026.
- Attend the walk-in interview on 13 November 2026 at the Directorate of Research, VNMKV, Parbhani, and report by 10:30 AM with originals, one set of self-attested photocopies, and two passport photos.
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Important Dates
- Notice date:
- Last date for the application to reach the office:
- Reporting time for interview:
- Walk-in interview:
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the essential educational qualifications for these posts?
Senior Research Fellow and Young Professional-II require a Master’s degree in relevant disciplines (Genetics & Plant Breeding or Plant Pathology). Field Assistant requires a graduate or diploma in an agricultural subject; Computer Operator requires 10+2 or a Bachelor’s degree plus a certified computer course and typing proficiency.
How do I apply for these vacancies?
Download the official notification and fill Annexure-I, attach required certificates and declarations, and send hard copies by post or deliver in person to the Oilseeds Specialist, Oilseeds Research Station, Nanded Road, Latur-413512. Each post requires a separate form and applications must arrive by 5:00 p.m. on 5 November 2026.
What is the last date to apply?
The hard copy application must reach the Latur office by 5:00 p.m. on 5 November 2026.
How will candidates be selected?
Candidates are selected through an interview by the Selection Committee. If many applications are received, candidates will be shortlisted on merit (academic performance and experience) in a 1:5 ratio before interview.
What are the pay scales for the posts?
Emoluments range from Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 42,000/- per month depending on the post. For example, SRF gets Rs. 37,000/- per month + HRA for years 1-2 and Rs. 42,000/- + HRA for year 3; YP-II receives Rs. 42,000/- per month; Field Assistant and Computer Operator receive Rs. 20,000/- per month.
