ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 6 Posts
ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology (ANDUAT), Kumarganj, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh vide Advertisement No. 1/2026. A total of 06 Professor vacancies are available across six departments — including Textile Science & Design, Post Harvest Technology, Farm Machinery & Power Engineering, Fish Processing Technology, and Aquaculture — with a pay scale of ₹1,44,200/- per month (7th CPC Level 14). The last date to submit the application form is 03 August 2026. This is a coveted sarkari naukri in the agriculture university sector for qualified Ph.D. holders and senior faculty — read on for complete eligibility, salary, and how to apply at agrijob.in.

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ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
Here is the complete at-a-glance overview of the ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 official notification released by ANDUAT Ayodhya:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology (ANDUAT) |
| Advertisement No. | 1/2026 |
| Post Name | Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 06 Posts |
| Pay Scale / Salary | ₹1,44,200/- per month (7th CPC Level 14, Academic Scale) |
| Age Limit | No upper age limit for Professor post |
| Application Fee | ₹1,500/- (UR/OBC/EWS) | ₹750/- (SC/ST/PWD) |
| App Form Download | 04 July 2026 onwards (from www.nduat.org) |
| Last Date to Apply | 03 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Apply Mode | Offline — By Registered Post / Speed Post only |
| Job Type | Regular (Likely to be continued) |
| Location | Kumarganj, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh — 224 229 |
| Official Website | www.nduat.org |
This latest update on ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 confirms all six posts are re-advertised. The recruitment is on a regular basis — these posts are temporary but likely to continue. For more top agriculture university vacancies, visit Latest Agriculture Jobs.
Who Should Apply for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026?
ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 is ideal for highly qualified academic professionals and researchers. Check if you fit this profile before applying for this prestigious govt job in an agriculture university:
- Ph.D. holders in the relevant / allied / concerned discipline from a recognized university — actively engaged in high-quality research with published work
- Senior faculty currently working as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in any university or college with a minimum of 10 years total teaching experience
- Candidates having a minimum of 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed / NAAS-rated journals
- Scientists of CGIAR or other international agricultural research organizations with post-Ph.D. experience and consolidated salary / honorarium of USD 50,000/- per annum or equivalent
- Outstanding professionals with a Ph.D. in any relevant discipline who have made significant documented contributions to the field and have 10 years of industry/academic experience
- Candidates holding Academic Performance Indicator (API) / Research Score of at least 120 as per Appendix II, Table 2 criteria
- Indian Nationals who can submit their application via Registered / Speed Post — hand delivery is not accepted
- SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWD candidates from Uttar Pradesh who can provide valid reservation certificates as per GoUP rules
Salary & Pay Details – ANDUAT Professor 2026
The salary for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 is one of the highest in the agriculture university sector in India. Here are the complete pay details as per the official notification:
- Pay Scale: Academic Scale Level 14 as per 7th CPC — Rationalized Entry Pay of ₹1,44,200/- per month
- Basic Pay: ₹1,44,200/- (rationalized entry pay; higher levels on increment)
- Allowances: DA, HRA, TA, and other allowances as per Government of Uttar Pradesh rules
- Pension: New Pension Scheme (NPS) applicable w.e.f. 01 April 2005 as per Govt. of India norms
- Service Conditions: Age of superannuation and other conditions as per GoUP rules
- Job Nature: Regular basis — positions are temporary but likely to continue based on performance
- No Regularization Bar: Unlike contractual roles, Professor positions at ANDUAT are on regular basis
The ANDUAT Professor role at ₹1,44,200/- per month under 7th CPC Level 14 is among the most competitive pay packages in agriculture education in Uttar Pradesh. Compare similar high-paying university roles at Govt Jobs 2026 on agrijob.in.
Application Fee

Candidates must submit a Demand Draft (DD) along with their application form for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026. The DD must be in favour of Comptroller, Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya-224229, payable at SBI, ANDUAT Branch, PITHLA (Branch Code: 06925).
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹1,500/- |
| SC / ST | ₹750/- |
| PWD (Persons with Disability) | ₹750/- |
| SC/ST of Other States | No concession — full fee applicable |
Important: Bank charges in addition to the specified application fee shall be borne by the candidate. The fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Demand Draft should be attached with the application form.
Age Limit
One of the most candidate-friendly aspects of ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 is that there is no upper age limit for the post of Professor. However, a person whose age is less than 18 years shall not be appointed to any post in the university.
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General / All Categories | No upper age limit for Professor post |
| Minimum Age | 18 years |
| Reservation Policy | As per Government of Uttar Pradesh Rules |
| PWD / Ex-Servicemen | As per applicable GoUP / GoI rules |
ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
The ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 notification covers 06 posts across four colleges of the university. All these posts are re-advertised. The category-wise vacancy breakdown is as follows:
| Sl. No. | College | Department | Category | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | College of Community Science | Textile Science & Design | SC | 01 |
| 2 | College of Community Science | Extension Education & Communication Management | SC | 01 |
| 3 | College of Horticulture & Forestry | Post Harvest Technology | OBC | 01 |
| 4 | Mahamaya College of Agricultural Engineering & Technology, Ambedkarnagar | Farm Machinery & Power Engineering | UR | 01 |
| 5 | College of Fisheries | Fish Processing Technology | OBC | 01 |
| 6 | College of Fisheries | Aquaculture | UR | 01 |
| Total | 06 | |||
Note: Horizontal reservation for SC/ST, EWS, and PWD candidates will be applied as per Uttar Pradesh State Government rules (Rule No. 3/2021/324/2021/65-3-2021-78/99T.C. dated 30-7-2021). The university reserves the right to increase or decrease posts under any category.
Eligibility & Qualification for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026
The eligibility criteria for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 are as prescribed by UGC / ICAR norms. Candidates must fulfil one of the following qualification pathways:
Essential Qualification – Path A (Academic)
- Master’s Degree: At least 55% marks (or equivalent grade in a point-scale, wherever grading system is followed)
- Ph.D.: An eminent scholar with a Ph.D. degree in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline with published work of high quality, actively engaged in research
- Research Publications: Minimum 10 research publications in peer-reviewed or UGC-listed / NAAS-rated journals
- Teaching Experience: Minimum 10 years as Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Professor in a university/college in the pay scale of ₹15,600–39,100 AGP ₹6,000/7,000/8,000 (6th CPC) or equivalent 7th CPC scale
- Associate Professor Experience: Minimum 2 years as Associate Professor or equivalent in pay scale ₹37,400–67,000 AGP ₹9,000/- (6th CPC) or Level 12 (7th CPC)
- Research Score: Total Research Score of 120 as per criteria given in Appendix II of Table 2
- Ph.D. Guidance: Evidence of having successfully guided doctoral candidate(s) — leave period for Ph.D. excluded
Essential Qualification – Path B (Outstanding Professional)
- An outstanding professional with a Ph.D. degree in the relevant/allied/applied discipline from any academic institution (not included in Path A above) or industry
- Must have made significant contribution to the knowledge in the concerned/allied/relevant discipline, supported by documentary evidence
- Minimum 10 years of experience in the relevant discipline
Essential Qualification – Path C (CGIAR / International Scientists)
- Scientist of CGIAR or Centers of other international organizations with minimum 10 years post-Ph.D. research or academic experience
- Must have drawn consolidated salary / honorarium of USD 50,000/- per annum or equivalent
Concerned / Allied Disciplines by Department
| Department | Concerned / Allied / Relevant Disciplines |
|---|---|
| Textile Science & Design | Master’s in Home Science / Community Science with specialization in Textile Science & Design / Textile and Apparel Designing / Clothing & Textile / Apparel Design |
| Extension Education & Communication Management | Master’s in Home Science / Community Science with specialization in Home Science Extension Education / Home Science Extension and Community Management / Extension Education and Communication Management |
| Post Harvest Technology | Master’s in Post-Harvest Management / Technology / Horticulture with specialization in Post-Harvest Technology; or Master’s in Agriculture with specialization in Post-Harvest Management / Technology |
| Farm Machinery & Power Engineering | Master of Technology in Farm Machinery & Power Engineering / Master’s in Agricultural Engineering with specialization in Farm Machinery & Power Engineering |
| Fish Processing Technology | Master of Fisheries Science (M.F.Sc.) in Fish Processing Technology |
| Aquaculture | Master of Fisheries Science (M.F.Sc.) in Aquaculture / Freshwater Aquaculture / Inland Aquaculture / Mariculture |
Selection Process for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026
The selection process for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 is rigorous and multi-stage, as is standard for university Professor-level appointments. Here are the updated stages for 2026:
- Application Screening: Applications received via Registered / Speed Post are scrutinized for completeness and eligibility against advertised criteria
- API Score Review: A high-level committee reviews the Academic Performance Indicator (API) / Research Score submitted by each candidate
- Shortlisting: Based on API score review and eligibility check, candidates are shortlisted for the interview stage
- Qualifying / Written Test: The University may conduct qualifying or written tests where a large number of applications are received — results published on www.nduat.org
- Interview / Verification-cum-Scrutiny: Shortlisted candidates are called for a formal interview and document verification; original documents must be produced
- Final Selection: Based on overall performance, API score, research publications, and interview assessment — merit list published on university website
- Appointment: Selected candidate receives appointment letter subject to character & antecedent verification and caste certificate verification
The University will not pay any travel expenses for attending the interview or written test. The list of shortlisted candidates for interview/written examination/skill test/qualifying test will be published only on the official university website — candidates are advised to check www.nduat.org regularly.

How to Apply for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026
Applications for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 must be submitted offline via Registered / Speed Post. Hand delivery is not accepted. Follow these steps carefully and apply before the last date — 03 August 2026, 5:00 PM:
- Visit the official university website www.nduat.org — application form download link is available from 04 July 2026
- Download the prescribed application form from the university website — fill carefully with all required details (Name, Father’s Name, Date of Birth, Category, Qualification, etc.)
- Prepare a Demand Draft (DD) for the applicable fee: ₹1,500/- (UR/OBC/EWS) or ₹750/- (SC/ST/PWD) — DD in favour of Comptroller, ANDUAT, Kumarganj, Ayodhya-224229, payable at SBI ANDUAT Branch PITHLA (06925)
- Attach all required documents: recent passport-size photographs, mark sheets and certificates of qualifications, experience certificates, caste/category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWD), proof of age, and research publication list
- If currently employed in a government/semi-government organization, submit an advance copy first and send the application through proper channel — proper channel copy must reach ANDUAT within 30 days after the closing date
- OBC and EWS candidates must submit the latest OBC and EWS certificate as per GoUP norms (non-creamy layer certificate required)
- Submit two self-addressed envelopes with postage stamps of ₹56/- each for future communication
- Clearly mention on the envelope: “Application Form for the post of _______, Serial No. of Post _______, (Ref: Advt. No. 1/2026 and Last Date 03.08.2026 up to 5:00 PM)”
- Send via Registered / Speed Post to: Director, Administration and Monitoring, Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya, 224 229 (U.P.) India
- Ensure the application is dispatched well in advance — the university will not be responsible for postal delays
Important: Candidates wishing to apply for more than one post must submit separate application forms in separate envelopes with separate DDs for each post. Applications that are incomplete, unsigned, or received without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected. Stay updated at @agrijob_in on Telegram for all latest agriculture job alerts.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 04 July 2026 |
| Application Form Download Available | 04 July 2026 onwards (www.nduat.org) |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 03 August 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Proper Channel Application Deadline | Within 30 days after 03 August 2026 |
| Interview / Written Test Date | To be notified on www.nduat.org |
| Result / Selection | To be announced by ANDUAT Ayodhya |
Important: Corrigendum or Addendum or Cancellation, if any, will be published only on the official university website http://www.nduat.org — not in newspapers. Candidates must check the website regularly. This is a closing soon vacancy — do not miss the 03 August 2026 deadline.
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Download Application Form | Click Here — ANDUAT Official Site |
| Official Notification PDF (Advt. No. 1/2026) | Download PDF — ANDUAT Official |
| Official Website (ANDUAT) | www.nduat.org |
| ICAR Official Website (Authority Link) | icar.org.in |
| UGC Official Website | ugc.gov.in |
| India Government Portal | india.gov.in |
| More Agriculture Jobs | Latest Agriculture Jobs |
| Latest Govt Jobs 2026 | Govt Jobs 2026 |
| Join Telegram for Job Alerts | Join @agrijob_in |
Frequently Asked Questions about ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026
What is ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026?
ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 is an official notification (Advertisement No. 1/2026) released by Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology (ANDUAT), Kumarganj, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh for 06 Professor vacancies across six departments in four colleges. All posts are re-advertised on a regular basis. The last date for application is 03 August 2026.
What is the salary for ANDUAT Professor post 2026?
The salary for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 is ₹1,44,200/- per month as the rationalized entry pay under the 7th CPC Academic Scale Level 14. Additional allowances such as DA, HRA, and TA are paid as per Government of Uttar Pradesh rules. The New Pension Scheme (NPS) is applicable w.e.f. 01 April 2005.
What is the eligibility for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must have a Master’s degree with 55%+ marks, a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline, minimum 10 years of teaching experience as Assistant/Associate Professor, at least 10 research publications in UGC/NAAS-rated journals, and a Research Score of 120 as per Appendix II Table 2. Minimum 2 years experience as Associate Professor is also required. Alternatively, outstanding professionals or CGIAR scientists with equivalent credentials may also apply.
What is the last date to apply for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 is 03 August 2026 by 5:00 PM. Applications must be sent via Registered Post or Speed Post to the Director, Administration and Monitoring, ANDUAT, Kumarganj, Ayodhya, U.P. – 224 229. Hand delivery is not accepted. Apply well in advance to avoid last-minute postal delays.
How many vacancies are there in ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 06 vacancies in ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 across six departments: Textile Science & Design (SC), Extension Education & Communication Management (SC), Post Harvest Technology (OBC), Farm Machinery & Power Engineering (UR), Fish Processing Technology (OBC), and Aquaculture (UR). All these posts are re-advertised.
What is the application fee for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026?
The application fee for ANDUAT Professor Recruitment 2026 is ₹1,500/- for UR/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹750/- for SC/ST/PWD candidates. The fee must be paid via Demand Draft in favour of Comptroller, ANDUAT, Kumarganj, Ayodhya-224229, payable at SBI ANDUAT Branch PITHLA (Branch Code 06925). The fee is non-refundable. Note: SC/ST candidates of other states do not get fee concession.
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