Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, the agricultural university of Chhattisgarh, has announced recruitment for Young Professional, Field Assistant and Data Entry Operator posts, with three vacancies in total. The positions fall under the Krishi Vigyan Kendra at Jashpur and are offered on a contractual basis, supporting extension work, field studies and data management for rural livelihood and agricultural development activities.
IGKV Recruitment 2026 - Young Professional, Field Assistant and Data Entry Operator Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026
Total Vacancies
3
Last Date
12 Oct
Closed
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Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 12 Oct 2026
- Notification30 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed12 Oct
About IGKV Young Professional, Field Assistant and Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya
- Post Name
- Young Professional, Field Assistant and Data Entry Operator
- Job Location
- Jashpur, Chhattisgarh
- Who Can Apply
- 5 years age relaxation for Chhattisgarh domicile candidates in SC/ST/OBC/Female categories for Young Professional and Field Assistant posts.
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- 18–35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
Vacancy Breakdown
Young Professional
1
Field Assistant
1
Data Entry Operator
1
Total3
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Young Professional | 1 |
| Field Assistant | 1 |
| Data Entry Operator | 1 |
| Grand Total | 3 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Young Professional1 post
- Qualification
- Post Graduate Degree in Agronomy/Soil Science with minimum 60% marks from recognized Agricultural University
- Experience
- Experience in the field diagnostic study, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis and extension technology across the rural based livelihood projects
- Age Limit
- 21 to 35 years
Field Assistant1 post
- Qualification
- UG in B.Sc. (Agriculture/Horticulture/B.Tech), with minimum 60% marks from recognized Agricultural University
- Age Limit
- 21 to 35 years
Data Entry Operator1 post
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university; one-year diploma certificate in Data Entry Operator/Programming
- Age Limit
- 18 to 35 years
Age Limit
Young Professional and Field Assistant: 21 to 35 years. Data Entry Operator: 18 to 35 years. Age reckoned as on 12-09-2026.
Age Relaxation
5 years relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Female categories; for Young Professional and Field Assistant the 5 years relaxation applies to Chhattisgarh domicile candidates.
Application Fee
General / OBC
Rs. 300
SC / ST
Rs. 200
Selection Process
Each post has its own selection and exam — open a post to see its tests and marks.
Young Professional1 post
- Stages
- Scrutiny of Application Forms — Applications are screened for eligibility.
- Score Card Preparation — Score cards are prepared from the applications.
- Walk-in Interview — Shortlisted candidates attend the walk-in interview on 22 October 2026.
Field Assistant1 post
- Stages
- Scrutiny of Application Forms — Applications are screened for eligibility.
- Score Card Preparation — Score cards are prepared from the applications.
- Walk-in Interview — Shortlisted candidates attend the walk-in interview on 22 October 2026.
Data Entry Operator1 post
- Stages
- Scrutiny of Application Forms — Applications are screened for eligibility.
- Score Card Preparation — Score cards are prepared from the applications.
- Skill Test — Skill test conducted for the Data Entry Operator post.
- Walk-in Interview — Shortlisted candidates attend the walk-in interview on 22 October 2026.
- 1Scrutiny of Application Forms
Applications received offline are screened for eligibility.
- 2Score Card Preparation
Score cards are prepared from the screened applications.
- 3Walk-in Interview
Shortlisted candidates attend the walk-in interview on 22 October 2026.
Salary Structure
Young Professional
Pay: Rs. 30,000 per month fixed
Field Assistant
Pay: Rs. 18,000 per month fixed
Data Entry Operator
Pay: Rs. 20,833 per month fixed
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Young Professional | Rs. 30,000 per month fixed |
| Field Assistant | Rs. 18,000 per month fixed |
| Data Entry Operator | Rs. 20,833 per month fixed |
How to Apply
- 1Download the application form from the official website www.igkv.ac.in
- 2Fill the application form carefully with correct information
- 3Attach self-attested copies of photograph, signature, ID proof and certificates
- 4Check all details carefully before submission
- 5Send the completed application form by Speed Post or Registered Post to the address mentioned in the notification
- 6Ensure the application reaches before the last date of 12 October 2026
- 7Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Photograph
•Signature
•ID proof
•Caste certificate
•Domicile certificate
•Date of birth proof
•Educational qualification certificates
•Training certificates
•Experience certificates and other supporting certificates
Important Details
- The three posts are under Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Jashpur, Chhattisgarh.
- Age is reckoned as on 12 September 2026.
- Appointments are on a contractual basis with a fixed monthly salary.
- Applications must be sent strictly by Speed Post or Registered Post to the address given in the notification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates from outside Chhattisgarh apply for these posts?
Yes. The notification does not restrict applications by domicile, but candidates with Chhattisgarh domicile get 5 years age relaxation in the SC/ST/OBC/Female categories for the Young Professional and Field Assistant posts.
How should the completed application be sent?
The filled application form with self-attested documents must be sent by Speed Post or Registered Post to the address given in the notification.
What is the date for reckoning age?
Age is calculated as on 12 September 2026.
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