Junagadh Agricultural University, an agricultural university in Junagadh, Gujarat, has announced recruitment for the post of Senior Project Assistant with 2 vacancies in total. The positions are temporary and contractual, based at the Main Oilseeds Research Centre under groundnut research projects dealing with disease and crop protection trials. The role suits postgraduates in agricultural sciences seeking short-term research experience in a university setup.
JAU Recruitment 2026 - Senior Project Assistant Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026No. JAU/Research (Groundnut)/Tech-7/1936/2026
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
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Apply Mode
Walk-in
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview held on 12 Oct 2026
- Notification30 Sept
- Walk-in12 Oct
- Walk-in Held12 Oct
About JAU Senior Project Assistant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Junagadh Agricultural University
- Advertisement No.
- No. JAU/Research (Groundnut)/Tech-7/1936/2026
- Post Name
- Senior Project Assistant
- Job Location
- Junagadh, Gujarat
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 25,000/- fixed per month
- Tenure
- 11 months or till completion of the project, whichever is earlier
Vacancy Breakdown
Senior Project Assistant
1
Senior Project Assistant
1
Total2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Senior Project Assistant | 1 |
| Senior Project Assistant | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Senior Project Assistant
M.Sc. (Agri.) in Plant Pathology OR Genetics and Plant Breeding with First Class. Experienced candidates will be given preference.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Senior Project Assistant | M.Sc. (Agri.) in Plant Pathology OR Genetics and Plant Breeding with First Class. Experienced candidates will be given preference. |
Age Limit
Maximum 35 years as on 12-10-2026
Age Relaxation
As per government rules for reserved category and women candidates
Application Fee
General / OBC / SC / ST
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Written Test (MCQ)
Conducted only if more than 10 candidates apply for a single post; candidates are shortlisted for the interview on the basis of this test
- 2Interview
Walk-in interview at the Main Oilseeds Research Centre, Junagadh Agricultural University, Junagadh on 12-10-2026
Salary Structure
Rs. 25,000/- fixed per month
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form from the Junagadh Agricultural University website www.jau.in
- 2Fill in the application form with personal details, date of birth, caste, educational qualification and experience
- 3Attach self-attested copies of date of birth, caste, educational qualification and experience certificates
- 4Paste a recent passport-size photograph on the form and sign it
- 5Report in person at the Main Oilseeds Research Centre, Junagadh Agricultural University, Junagadh on 12-10-2026 at 8:30 AM with all original certificates and one set of self-attested copies
- 6Submit the application form along with Aadhaar at the venue; no application form will be accepted after 10:00 AM
Reporting Venue
Main Oilseeds Research Centre, Junagadh Agricultural University, Junagadh
Reporting time: 8:30 AM reporting; no application form accepted after 10:00 AM
Eligible candidates must report in person at the Main Oilseeds Research Centre, Junagadh Agricultural University, Junagadh on 12-10-2026 at 8:30 AM with the duly filled application form downloaded from www.jau.in, original certificates and one set of self-attested copies, and Aadhaar. No application form will be accepted after 10:00 AM.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Duly filled application form
•Aadhaar
•Date of birth proof
•Caste certificate
•Educational qualification certificates
•Experience certificates
•Recent passport-size photograph
•Self-attested copies of all certificates
Important Details
- The engagement is purely temporary, for 11 months or till completion of the project, whichever is earlier.
- A written MCQ test will be held only if more than 10 candidates apply for a single post, and candidates will be shortlisted for the interview on that basis.
- Age relaxation is allowed for reserved category and women candidates as per government rules.
Project-wise Vacancies
Bio-efficacy and phytotoxicity of UPF 513 against the tikka leaf spot and rust diseases of Groundnut crop (B. H. 18006-02)
Bio-efficacy evaluation of Penflufen 90 G/L + Tebuconazole 180 G/L SC on groundnut (B. H. 18006-03)
| Project |
|---|
| Bio-efficacy and phytotoxicity of UPF 513 against the tikka leaf spot and rust diseases of Groundnut crop (B. H. 18006-02) |
| Bio-efficacy evaluation of Penflufen 90 G/L + Tebuconazole 180 G/L SC on groundnut (B. H. 18006-03) |
Post: Senior Project AssistantVacancies: 1
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (0285) 2670205, 2672080-90, Ext. 325
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