Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology (NDUAT), an agricultural university located at Kumarganj in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, has announced recruitment for Young Professional-I, Junior Research Fellow and Junior Research Assistant posts on a contractual basis. A total of 5 vacancies are on offer under various research projects of the university, covering areas such as fruit science, plant breeding, fisheries and green manuring crops. Selection will be through a walk-in interview held at the Directorate of Research, and this page brings together all the details a candidate needs in one place.
NDUAT Recruitment 2026 - Young Professional-I, Junior Research Fellow and Other Posts
Posted 02 Oct 2026Updated 02 Oct 2026ANDUAT-07/Esstt-6/Fixed/2026/1482
Total Vacancies
5
Last Date
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Apply Mode
Walk-in
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview held on 03 Oct 2026
- Notification24 Sept
- Walk-in03 Oct
- Walk-in Held03 Oct
About NDUAT Young Professional-I, Junior Research Fellow and Junior Research Assistant Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology
- Advertisement No.
- ANDUAT-07/Esstt-6/Fixed/2026/1482
- Post Name
- Young Professional-I (Post 1), Young Professional-I (Post 2) and 3 more
- Job Location
- Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Only residents of Uttar Pradesh (Only Indian citizens who are resident of Uttar Pradesh are eligible for the Junior Research Assistant research assistantship)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 28 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- Fixed remuneration contract; JRF engaged for two years and redesignated as SRF thereafter, JRA engaged for two years extendable to a third year.
Vacancy Breakdown
Young Professional-I (Post 1)
1
Young Professional-I (Post 2)
1
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
1
Junior Research Assistant (JRA)
1
Young Professional-I (Post 5)
1
Total5
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Young Professional-I (Post 1) | 1 |
| Young Professional-I (Post 2) | 1 |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 1 |
| Junior Research Assistant (JRA) | 1 |
| Young Professional-I (Post 5) | 1 |
| Grand Total | 5 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Young Professional-I (Post 1)1 post
- Qualification
- M.Sc.(Ag)/ M.Sc. (Horticulture)/ M.Sc. (Hort) Fruit Science/M.Sc. Life Science
- Desirable
- Experience of working in the areas of Fruit Breeding, Plant Breeding, Plant Biotechnology
- Project
- Understanding Molecular and Biochemical Pathways to Mitigate Fruit Dropping and Cracking in Bael
- Interview
- 11:00 AM on 03.10.2026 at the Directorate of Research
Young Professional-I (Post 2)1 post
- Qualification
- M.Sc. Ag./ G.P.B. (YP-I)
- Project
- Testing of new Genotypes/Lines and seed multiplication of Kalanamak Rice in U.P
- Interview
- 12:00 PM on 03.10.2026 at the Directorate of Research
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)1 post
- Qualification
- M.Sc. (Horticulture) Vegetable Science/ M.Sc. (Ag) Genetics and Plant Breeding. High academic attainment with 1st class in graduate and post graduate examination.
- Age Limit
- Maximum 28 years as on 01.04.2026
- Project
- Induction of Yellow Vein Mosaic Virus (YVMV) resistance in background of high yielding okra variety NDO-10 through induced mutagenesis
- Interview
- 01:00 PM on 03.10.2026 at the Directorate of Research
Junior Research Assistant (JRA)1 post
- Qualification
- Master of Fisheries Science (M.F.Sc.) degree with 1st class in both Graduate and Post-graduate examinations
- Age Limit
- Maximum 28 years as on 01.04.2026
- Note
- Only Indian citizens who are resident of Uttar Pradesh are eligible for this research assistantship.
- Desirable
- Two-Three years field/lab experience preferably in eastern Uttar Pradesh; expertise in fish identification and water quality analysing techniques; at least one research paper in a Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal; experience in advanced statistical techniques using statistical software; ability to collect, analyse, interpret data and prepare manuscripts; ability to conduct activities independently with minimal support from PI and Co-PIs
- Project
- Developing Index of Biotic Integrity (IBI) for assessing ecological health of Saryu and Ghaghara Rivers of eastern Uttar Pradesh suffering from anthropogenic stresses
- Interview
- 02:00 PM on 03.10.2026 at the Directorate of Research
Young Professional-I (Post 5)1 post
- Qualification
- M.Sc. Ag.
- Project
- Evaluation and identification of suitable variety of sunnhemp and dhaincha for green manuring
- Interview
- 03:00 PM on 03.10.2026 at the Directorate of Research
Age Limit
Maximum 28 years as on 01.04.2026
Age Relaxation
Upper age limit may be relaxed as per university rules for SC/ST/OBC/Women/Differently abled candidates.
Selection Process
- 1Walk-in Interview
Candidates appear before the selection committee at the Directorate of Research on 03 October 2026; each post has its own interview slot.
Salary Structure
Young Professional-I (Post 1)
Pay: Rs. 30,000/- per month
Young Professional-I (Post 2)
Pay: Rs. 30,000/- per month
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Pay: Rs. 37,000/- p.m. for the first two years and Rs. 42,000/- after redesignation by the committee
Junior Research Assistant (JRA)
Pay: Rs. 25,000/- per month for the first two years and Rs. 28,000/- for the third year
Young Professional-I (Post 5)
Pay: Rs. 30,000/- per month
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Young Professional-I (Post 1) | Rs. 30,000/- per month |
| Young Professional-I (Post 2) | Rs. 30,000/- per month |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | Rs. 37,000/- p.m. for the first two years and Rs. 42,000/- after redesignation by the committee |
| Junior Research Assistant (JRA) | Rs. 25,000/- per month for the first two years and Rs. 28,000/- for the third year |
| Young Professional-I (Post 5) | Rs. 30,000/- per month |
How to Apply
- 1Read the official notification carefully before attending the interview.
- 2Report at the Directorate of Research, NDUAT, Kumarganj, Ayodhya between 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM on 03 October 2026.
- 3Carry the duly filled application form in the prescribed proforma.
- 4Carry all original certificates and testimonials along with one set of self-attested photocopies.
- 5Carry two passport-size photographs.
- 6Produce a No Objection Certificate from the current employer if already employed.
- 7Complete the registration formalities at the venue before the interview.
Reporting Venue
Directorate of Research, Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh
Reporting time: 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Candidates must report at the Directorate of Research, NDUAT, Kumarganj, Ayodhya between 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM on 03 October 2026 with the application in the prescribed proforma, all original certificates and testimonials, one set of self-attested photocopies and two passport-size photographs. Registration formalities are completed at the venue before the interview, and the interview for each post is held at the time fixed for it.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Duly filled application form in the prescribed proforma
•All original certificates and testimonials
•One set of self-attested photocopies
•Two passport-size photographs
•ID proof
•Educational certificates
•Experience certificates
•Category certificate (if applicable)
•No Objection Certificate from the employer if already employed
Important Details
- Only Indian citizens who are resident of Uttar Pradesh are eligible for the Junior Research Assistant research assistantship.
- Candidates already employed must produce a No Objection Certificate and experience certificate from their employer.
- No application fee is charged for any of the posts.
Ph.D. in Place of Master's Degree
Candidates who do not possess a Master's degree in the relevant subject but hold a Ph.D. in the discipline required at the Master's level are eligible for the post.
Project-wise Engagement
Understanding Molecular and Biochemical Pathways to Mitigate Fruit Dropping and Cracking in Bael
Post: Young Professional-I
Testing of new Genotypes/Lines and seed multiplication of Kalanamak Rice in U.P
Post: Young Professional-I
Induction of Yellow Vein Mosaic Virus (YVMV) resistance in background of high yielding okra variety NDO-10 through induced mutagenesis
Post: Junior Research Fellow
Developing Index of Biotic Integrity (IBI) for assessing ecological health of Saryu and Ghaghara Rivers of eastern Uttar Pradesh suffering from anthropogenic stresses
Post: Junior Research Assistant
Evaluation and identification of suitable variety of sunnhemp and dhaincha for green manuring
Post: Young Professional-I
| Project | Post |
|---|---|
| Understanding Molecular and Biochemical Pathways to Mitigate Fruit Dropping and Cracking in Bael | Young Professional-I |
| Testing of new Genotypes/Lines and seed multiplication of Kalanamak Rice in U.P | Young Professional-I |
| Induction of Yellow Vein Mosaic Virus (YVMV) resistance in background of high yielding okra variety NDO-10 through induced mutagenesis | Junior Research Fellow |
| Developing Index of Biotic Integrity (IBI) for assessing ecological health of Saryu and Ghaghara Rivers of eastern Uttar Pradesh suffering from anthropogenic stresses | Junior Research Assistant |
| Evaluation and identification of suitable variety of sunnhemp and dhaincha for green manuring | Young Professional-I |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates without a Master's degree apply for these posts?
Yes. Candidates who do not hold a Master's degree in the relevant subject but have a Ph.D. in the discipline required at the Master's level are eligible for the post.
Are the NDUAT posts permanent?
No. All five positions are engaged on a contract basis with fixed remuneration.
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