Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat Recruitment 2026 | Apply for Assistant Professor Positions
Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat, invites applications from Indian citizens for 60 Assistant Professor and equivalent posts in the Faculties of Agriculture and Community Science under Advertisement No. 4/2026, dated September 29, 2026. Vacancies span disciplines including Soil Science, Agronomy, Biochemistry, Horticulture, Plant Breeding and Genetics, Agricultural Economics, Computer Science, Food Science and Technology, and others. Qualifications are discipline-specific; most posts require relevant bachelor’s and master’s degrees, NET qualification or an applicable Ph.D. exemption, and the prescribed API score. Interested and eligible candidates may apply online by November 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
Hiring Organization: Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam
About the Organization: Assam Agricultural University (AAU), headquartered in Jorhat, was established in 1969 and is the state’s sole agricultural university. It has six faculties covering Agriculture, Veterinary Science, Community Science, Fishery, Horticulture and Sericulture. The University focuses on education, research and technology transfer in agriculture and allied sectors to support farmers and strengthen food security.
Positions Open:
- Assistant Professor & equivalent
Refer to the detailed advertisement for the department-wise seat matrix and reservation details.
Departments:
- Faculty of Agriculture:
- Soil Science – 01 Post
- Agronomy – 05 Posts
- Biochemistry – 02 Posts
- Plant Breeding & Genetics – 06 Posts
- Seed Science & Technology – 01 Post
- Horticulture – 08 Posts
- Fruit Science – 02 Posts
- Vegetable Science – 02 Posts
- Floriculture – 02 Posts
- Post Harvest Management – 02 Posts
- Food Science & Technology – 01 Post
- Agricultural Economics – 03 Posts
- Agril. Business Management (ABM) – 02 Posts
- Agril. Extension Education – 01 Post
- Agril. Engineering – 02 Posts
- Agril. Statistics – 01 Post
- Entomology – 04 Posts
- Nematology – 02 Posts
- Plant Pathology – 03 Posts
- Agro-meteorology – 01 Post
- Animal Husbandry & Dairying – 01 Post
- Tea Husbandry & Technology – 01 Post
- Sericulture – 04 Posts
- Cocoon Crop Production – 01 Post
- Host Plant Production – 01 Post
- Sericulture Crop Improvement – 01 Post
- Silk Product Science – 01 Post
- Computer Science – 01 Post
- Faculty of Community Science:
- Extension Education and Communication Management – 02 Posts
- Human Development and Family Studies – 02 Posts
- Apparel and Textile Science – 01 Post
- Food & Nutrition – 02 Posts
- Resource Management and Consumer Science – 03 Posts
Educational Qualification:
Refer to the detailed advertisement for complete department-wise educational qualifications, eligibility criteria, and exemption conditions.
Experience:
Refer to the detailed advertisement for department-specific experience requirements, if any.
- Initial Pay of ₹57,700 per month in Level 10 of the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix (₹57,700–₹1,82,400).
Selection Process:
- Candidates must meet the minimum API score prescribed under the Performance Based Appraisal System (PBAS) for direct recruitment at AAU to be called for interview: 44 out of 80 for General candidates and 40 out of 80 for SC/ST candidates.
- Interview and recruitment will follow the applicable Assam Agricultural University rules and procedures.
Age Limit:
- The upper age limit is 38 years as of the last date for submitting the application.
- Age relaxation for reserved categories will be as per Government of Assam norms.
Application Fee:
- For General/OBC candidates: ₹1,000
- For SC/ST/PWD candidates: ₹500
- The non-refundable fee must be paid online.
Important Dates:
- Last Date to Apply: November 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM
Job Location: Jorhat, Assam
Apply Mode: Online
How to Apply:
- Interested and eligible candidates should submit the prescribed application form online through the Assam Agricultural University website on or before November 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
- In-service candidates should submit a No Objection Certificate from their parent department or organization.
Refer to the detailed advertisement for the complete application procedure, discipline-wise requirements and supporting documents before applying.
Detailed Advertisement: link
Organization Website (for details): https://aau.ac.in/
Organization Address:
Assam Agricultural University
Jorhat – 785013, Assam
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