Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth Rahuri, an agricultural university in Maharashtra, has invited applications for one Assistant Professor post in the Discipline of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology at its State Level Biotechnology Centre. The position is temporary and contractual, covering teaching, academic and research support work at the Post Graduate Institute, and retired government college professors are also eligible to apply.
MPKV Recruitment 2026 - Assistant Professor Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026PGI/Biotech/Contr. Staff/1824/2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
01 Oct
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Status
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Recruitment status
Applications closed on 01 Oct 2026
- Notification21 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed01 Oct
About MPKV Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth Rahuri
- Advertisement No.
- PGI/Biotech/Contr. Staff/1824/2026
- Post Name
- Assistant Professor (Discipline of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology)
- Job Location
- Rahuri, Maharashtra
- Job Type
- Temporary
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- NET conducted by the UGC/ICAR/CSIR
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 45,000 per month (fixed pay)
- Tenure
- 11 months or till the post is filled on regular establishment, whichever is earlier
- Notice Period
- One month prior notice or payment of one month fixed pay
Vacancy Breakdown
Assistant Professor (Discipline of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Discipline of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Assistant Professor (Discipline of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology)
Ph.D or M.Sc. in Agril. Biotechnology / Molecular Biology and Biotechnology / Biochemistry subject along with NET conducted by the UGC/ICAR/CSIR. Retired Professor from Govt. College can also apply for the mentioned post.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Discipline of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology) | Ph.D or M.Sc. in Agril. Biotechnology / Molecular Biology and Biotechnology / Biochemistry subject along with NET conducted by the UGC/ICAR/CSIR. Retired Professor from Govt. College can also apply for the mentioned post. |
Application Fee
General / OBC
Rs. 500
Bank Details for Fee Payment
Processing fee of Rs. 500 paid by Demand Draft drawn on a nationalized bank in favour of the Comptroller, MPKV, Rahuri, submitted along with the prescribed application form.
Selection Process
- 1Interview
Conducted by a Selection Committee approved by the University; candidates attend at their own cost and must produce all original documents.
Salary Structure
Rs. 45,000 per month (fixed pay)
How to Apply
- 1Apply on plain paper giving full details as per the enclosed proforma
- 2Attach self-attested xerox copies of all required documents
- 3Draw a Demand Draft of Rs. 500 on a nationalized bank in favour of the Comptroller, MPKV, Rahuri
- 4Send the completed application with the Demand Draft to the Associate Dean, Post Graduate Institute, MPKV, Rahuri, Dist. Ahilyanagar - 413722
- 5Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 01 October 2026
Reporting Venue
Associate Dean, Post Graduate Institute, MPKV, Rahuri, Dist. Ahilyanagar - 413722
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested xerox copies of required documents
•Photograph
•Signature
•ID proof
•Date of birth proof
•Educational qualification certificates
•Experience certificates
•Publications details
Important Details
- The appointment is purely temporary and contractual for 11 months or till the post is filled on regular establishment, whichever is earlier.
- The selected candidate must execute an undertaking not to leave the assignment halfway or without one month prior intimation, must work full time and full term, and cannot accept any other appointment during the contract; resignation requires one month prior notice or payment of one month fixed pay.
- The appointment terminates automatically on joining of a regular incumbent and carries no right to claim permanency.
- Candidates must produce all original documents at the interview, failing which the candidature is rejected.
Nature of Work
- Conduct theory and practical classes of concerned courses
- Carry out the academic programme as directed by the University
- Work for examination, admission, cultural and sport cell
- Perform any other college duty directed by the Associate Dean
- Help the scientists in their research work
Application Proforma Details
- Name of post applied for
- Full name and address with mobile number and email
- Date of birth with proof
- Educational qualification with proof: SSC/HSC/Degree/Master Degree, name of examination board, year of passing, percentage of marks
- Experience with proof: name of institute, period from and to, total years, reason for leave
- Details of publications with proof: number of publications, name of publisher, type of publication (scientific/popular), title of publication
- Any other information
- Present employment, if any
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 02426-243578
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a retired professor apply for the MPKV Assistant Professor post?
Yes. Retired Professors from Government Colleges can also apply for the post, provided they meet the other specified qualifications.
Is the MPKV Assistant Professor appointment a permanent job?
No. The appointment is purely temporary and contractual for 11 months, or till the post is filled on regular establishment, whichever is earlier.
Do candidates have to produce original documents?
Yes. Candidates must produce all original documents at the time of interview, failing which the candidature will be rejected.
Can the selected candidate take up another job during the contract period?
No. The selected candidate must work full time and full term and cannot accept any other appointment during the contract period.
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