Central Agricultural University, an agricultural university with its College of Horticulture and Forestry at Pasighat in Arunachal Pradesh, has announced recruitment for one Project Associate I and one Technical Assistant/Field Assistant I post. The positions are for a DPIIT-funded multi-institutional project on niche modeling and genetic worth of major bamboos for the pulp and paper industry, based at the Department of Forest Biology and Tree Improvement. The roles involve field survey, germplasm collection and related research work.
CAU Project Associate I and Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026
Posted 06 Oct 2026Updated 06 Oct 2026CHF/CAU/DPIIT/FBT/2026
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12 Oct
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About CAU Project Associate I and Technical Assistant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Central Agricultural University
- Advertisement No.
- CHF/CAU/DPIIT/FBT/2026
- Post Name
- Project Associate I (PA-I) and Technical Assistant/Field Assistant-I
- Job Location
- Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- Purely temporary, contractual and co-terminus with the project, which runs up to 31 March 2031. Initial engagement is for one year, extendable based on performance and project requirement.
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Associate I (PA-I)
1
Technical Assistant/Field Assistant-I
1
Total2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Associate I (PA-I) | 1 |
| Technical Assistant/Field Assistant-I | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Project Associate I (PA-I)1 post
- Qualification
- Master's degree in Forestry (Forest Biology & Tree Improvement, Forest Products & Utilization, or Genetics & Plant Breeding or Plant/Forest Biotechnology) from a recognized University.
- Age Limit
- Below 35 years as on date of interview
- Note
- Purely temporary, contractual and co-terminus with the project.
- Desirable
- Working experience in Forest Genetics/Tree Improvement/Biotechnology; experience in bamboo/germplasm survey and collection, vegetative propagation and nursery techniques, molecular marker analysis, GIS and Ecological Niche Modeling (MaxEnt/QGIS), and soil analysis; willingness to travel and stay in difficult terrains and far off places for field work and sample collection.
Technical Assistant/Field Assistant-I1 post
- Qualification
- Graduate in Science from a recognized University.
- Age Limit
- Below 50 years as on date of interview
- Desirable
- Experience in nursery raising, field survey, germplasm collection and sample processing; working knowledge of computer (MS Office) and data entry; willingness to travel and stay in difficult terrains and far off places for field work and sample collection.
Age Limit
Project Associate I (PA-I): below 35 years as on date of interview. Technical Assistant/Field Assistant-I: below 50 years as on date of interview.
Age Relaxation
Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates as per Government of India norms, on production of the relevant certificate from the Competent Authority.
Application Fee
All Candidates
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Academic Record
Marks obtained in the qualifying examinations are considered for selection.
- 2Interview
Walk-in interview on 15 October 2026 from 10:00 AM at the Conference Hall, College of Horticulture & Forestry, CAU (I), Pasighat; candidates must report by 9:00 AM.
Salary Structure
Project Associate I (PA-I)
Pay: Rs. 31,000 per month + HRA for NET qualified; Rs. 25,000 per month + HRA for non-NET qualified
Technical Assistant/Field Assistant-I
Pay: Rs. 20,000 per month + HRA
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Project Associate I (PA-I) | Rs. 31,000 per month + HRA for NET qualified; Rs. 25,000 per month + HRA for non-NET qualified |
| Technical Assistant/Field Assistant-I | Rs. 20,000 per month + HRA |
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application proforma from the official website www.chfcau.org.in or from the notification PDF.
- 2Fill in the application form with correct personal, educational and experience details.
- 3Attach self-attested photocopies of all certificates, photograph, signature and ID proof.
- 4Send the completed application by hand or by post to the Office of the Dean, College of Horticulture & Forestry, CAU (I), Pasighat-791102, Arunachal Pradesh.
- 5Make sure the application reaches the office on or before 12 October 2026, 5:00 PM.
- 6Carry all original certificates for verification at the walk-in interview on 15 October 2026.
Reporting Venue
Conference Hall, College of Horticulture & Forestry, CAU (I), Pasighat-791102, Arunachal Pradesh
Reporting time: Report at 9:00 AM sharp; interview from 10:00 AM onwards
Candidates should report at the venue on 15 October 2026 at 9:00 AM sharp. Those reporting after 10:00 AM will not be permitted to appear for the interview. All original certificates must be brought for verification along with self-attested photocopies. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested photocopies of all educational and experience certificates
•Photograph
•Signature
•ID proof
•Original certificates for verification
•No Objection Certificate from the present employer for candidates already employed
Important Details
- The posts are purely temporary, contractual and co-terminus with the project, which runs up to 31 March 2031; initial engagement is for one year, extendable based on performance and project requirement.
- Selected candidates have to undertake extensive field survey and germplasm collection in remote areas of Arunachal Pradesh and other states.
- Candidates currently employed must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer.
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
- Selected candidates will have no claim for regular appointment or absorption in CAU.
Project Details
The posts are under the DPIIT (Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India) funded multi-institutional project titled 'Niche modeling and exploration of genetic worth of major bamboos for enhanced productivity in pulp and paper industry' (Project Code: RMPD-1-2026-2031), to be carried out at the Department of Forest Biology & Tree Improvement, College of Horticulture & Forestry, CAU (I), Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh.
Contact
Email: [email protected], [email protected]
Phone: +91 8730808941, 0368 2224887
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