Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth (PDKV), Akola, an agricultural university in Maharashtra, has announced recruitment for Research Associate and Assistant Research Associate posts, with three vacancies in total. The positions fall under the Crop Pest Surveillance and Advisory Project and are based at the Akola and Nagpur centres. The posts are purely temporary and contractual, co-terminus with the project, and selection is through a walk-in interview at the Department of Entomology.
PDKV Research Associate and Assistant Research Associate Recruitment 2026
Posted 08 Oct 2026Updated 08 Oct 2026HD/ENT/CROPSAP/692/2026
Total Vacancies
3
Last Date
15 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Walk-in
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview held on 15 Oct 2026
- Notification08 Oct
- Walk-in15 Oct
- Walk-in Held15 Oct
About PDKV Research Associate and Assistant Research Associate Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola
- Advertisement No.
- HD/ENT/CROPSAP/692/2026
- Post Name
- Research Associates (Entomology / Plant Pathology) and Assistant Research Associate
- Job Location
- Akola, Maharashtra
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 38 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- Up to 31 March 2027, co-terminus with the Crop Pest Surveillance and Advisory Project-2026-27
- Notice Period
- One month
Vacancy Breakdown
Research Associates (Entomology / Plant Pathology)
1
Assistant Research Associate
2
Total3
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Research Associates (Entomology / Plant Pathology) | 1 |
| Assistant Research Associate | 2 |
| Grand Total | 3 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Research Associates (Entomology / Plant Pathology)1 post
- Qualification
- M.Sc. or Ph.D. Agril. Entomology/Pl. Pathology. Knowledge of computer with MS-CIT.
- Experience
- Minimum one year experience of Research Associate.
- Centre
- Nagpur centre
Assistant Research Associate2 posts
- Qualification
- B.Sc. Agriculture / allied Degree. Knowledge of computer with MS-CIT.
- Centre
- Akola & Nagpur centre
Age Limit
Not more than 38 years
Age Relaxation
Relaxation as per rule for SC, ST, DT, NT, OBC
Selection Process
- 1Personal Interview
Walk-in interview held on 15 October 2026 at 11:00 AM at the chamber of Head, Department of Entomology, PGI, Dr. PDKV, Akola; candidates are not allowed after 12:00 PM.
Salary Structure
Research Associates (Entomology / Plant Pathology)
Pay: Rs. 61000/- + HRA per month for M.Sc.; Rs. 67000/- + HRA per month for Ph.D. (up to 31 March 2027 only)
Assistant Research Associate
Pay: Fixed pay Rs. 26000/- per month (up to 31 March 2027 only)
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Research Associates (Entomology / Plant Pathology) | Rs. 61000/- + HRA per month for M.Sc.; Rs. 67000/- + HRA per month for Ph.D. (up to 31 March 2027 only) |
| Assistant Research Associate | Fixed pay Rs. 26000/- per month (up to 31 March 2027 only) |
How to Apply
- 1Download the application proforma from the official website pdkv.ac.in.
- 2Fill in the application form with all the required details.
- 3Attach one set of attested photocopies of testimonials and carry the original documents.
- 4Report to the chamber of Head, Department of Entomology, PGI, Dr. PDKV, Akola on 15 October 2026 at 11:00 AM sharp.
- 5Submit the application and attend the personal interview within the scheduled timings.
Reporting Venue
Chamber of Head, Department of Entomology, PGI, Dr. PDKV, Akola
Reporting time: 11:00 AM onwards (no entry after 12:00 PM)
Eligible candidates must report for a personal interview to the Head, Department of Entomology, PGI, Dr. PDKV, Akola on 15 October 2026 at 11:00 AM sharp with one set of Xerox copies and original testimonials. No candidate will be allowed after 12:00 PM. Separate interview call letters will not be sent. If there are a large number of candidates, the interview process may continue on the next day.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Date of birth proof
•Educational qualifications (SSC and above)
•Reprints of research papers published (if any)
•Experience certificate (if any)
•No objection certificate of the employer (if employed)
•One set of attested photocopies along with original documents
Important Details
- The posts are purely temporary and contractual, co-terminus with the Crop Pest Surveillance and Advisory Project-2026-27 and subject to satisfactory performance.
- No accommodation will be provided and no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Selected candidates must join physically at the office within seven days of the issue of the order, failing which the order stands cancelled, and must give one month prior notice before leaving.
- Research Associates are not entitled to regular leave and are full time workers governed by the University's administrative, financial and disciplinary regulations.
- After appointment the candidate has to submit a statement accepting the terms and conditions on Rs. 100 bond paper.
- Canvassing in any form will disqualify the candidature.
- The decision of the PI of the CROPSAP Project will be final and binding.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will separate interview call letters be sent to shortlisted candidates?
No. The notification states that separate interview call letters will not be sent, and eligible candidates must report directly to the venue on the interview date.
Is TA/DA paid for attending the PDKV walk-in interview?
No, no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
What happens if a large number of candidates report for the interview?
The notification says that if there are a large number of candidates, the interview process may continue on the next day.
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