VNMKV Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 7 Young Professional and Senior Research Fellow Posts

Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth (VNMKV), Parbhani, has released the VNMKV Recruitment 2026 Notification for 7 vacancies of Young Professional-I (YP-I) and Senior Research Fellow (SRF) at its Cotton Research Station, Nanded, Maharashtra.

Eligible candidates with B.Sc. (Agriculture), Diploma (Agriculture), M.Sc. (Agriculture) or PhD (Agriculture) qualifications can apply for these positions. The application process is offline, and the last date for submission is 16 November 2026.

Candidates interested in VNMKV Young Professional and Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 can check the vacancy details, educational qualifications, age limit, salary, selection process and application procedure below.

VNMKV Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Post-Wise Vacancy Details

VNMKV has announced a total of 7 vacancies across five different positions under its research programmes.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must fulfil the educational qualifications prescribed for their respective positions.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience:

• Higher education in the relevant agricultural discipline.
• Experience in breeding and physiology for Program 1.2.3.
• Knowledge of Agronomy or Soil Science for Program 2.1.
• Experience in cotton-related research activities.
• Experience in cotton entomology for relevant positions.
• Knowledge of computer applications.

Candidates should refer to the official notification for complete post-wise eligibility conditions.

Age Limit

The prescribed age limit for the advertised positions is:

• Minimum Age: 21 Years
• Maximum Age: 45 Years

Age relaxation will be applicable as per the applicable rules and guidelines.

Salary

Selected candidates will receive the following monthly remuneration:

The salary will be paid according to the terms and conditions of the respective project.

Application Fee

The official recruitment notification does not specify any application fee for VNMKV Recruitment 2026. Candidates should check the official notification for any further instructions.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on their academic qualifications, professional experience and performance in the interview.

The selection process includes:

1. Shortlisting based on academic qualifications.
2. Assessment of relevant work experience.
3. Consideration of publications, achievements and awards.
4. Interview of shortlisted candidates.
5. Verification of original documents at the time of the interview.

Shortlisted candidates will be informed through email, WhatsApp or telephone regarding the interview.

Important Dates

Last Date Reminder: Candidates must ensure that their applications reach the concerned office on or before 16 November 2026 by 5:00 PM.

Documents Required

Candidates should prepare the following documents while applying:

• Duly filled application form (Annexure-I).
• Recent passport-size photograph.
• Self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates.
• Relevant experience certificates, if applicable.
• Copies of other supporting documents.
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the present employer, if applicable.

Candidates must bring their original documents and updated bio-data at the time of the interview.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can follow the steps below to submit their applications offline.

1. Visit the official VNMKV website.
2. Download the official recruitment notification and application form.
3. Read the eligibility criteria and instructions carefully.
4. Fill out the application form in the prescribed format (Annexure-I).
5. Attach a recent photograph and self-attested copies of the required documents.
6. Submit the completed application in person at the address mentioned below.
7. Ensure that the application reaches the office before the deadline.
8. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications for each post.

Application Submission Address:

Office of the Cotton Research Station,
Degloor Road, Bafna T Point,
Nanded – 431604, Maharashtra.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• The positions are purely temporary and project-based.
• The engagement will continue up to 31 March 2027 or until termination of the project, whichever is earlier.
• These appointments will not create any right to regular appointment or absorption in the University or State Government.
• Candidates must provide correct and complete information in the application form.
• Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
• Original documents will be verified during the interview.

Important Links

Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting their applications.

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