Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat – Assistant Professor and Equivalent Faculty Recruitment 2026
Assam Agricultural University Recruitment 2026 for 60 Assistant Professor and equivalent faculty posts in Agriculture and Community Science. Pay Level 10, ₹57,700–₹1,82,400. Apply online by 4 November 2026.
Date Posted: 10 October 2026
Organization: Assam Agricultural University (AAU)
About the University
Assam Agricultural University (AAU), located in Jorhat, is the first institution of its kind in the North-Eastern region of India. The university aims to develop globally competitive human resources in agriculture, conduct research in conventional and emerging fields, and disseminate technologies that benefit farmers, producers and traders. Its work emphasizes sustainability, equity and household food security.
Vacancy Details
The university invites applications for 60 faculty positions across the Faculty of Agriculture and the Faculty of Community Science.
Faculty of Agriculture – 50 Posts
| Department / Specialization | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Soil Science | 1 |
| Agronomy | 5 |
| Biochemistry | 2 |
| Plant Breeding and Genetics | 6 |
| Seed Science and Technology | 1 |
| Horticulture – Fruit Science | 2 |
| Horticulture – Vegetable Science | 2 |
| Horticulture – Floriculture | 2 |
| Horticulture – Post-Harvest Management | 2 |
| Food Science and Technology | 1 |
| Agricultural Economics | 3 |
| Agricultural Business Management | 2 |
| Agricultural Extension Education | 1 |
| Agricultural Engineering | 2 |
| Agricultural Statistics | 1 |
| Entomology | 4 |
| Nematology | 2 |
| Plant Pathology | 3 |
| Agro-meteorology | 1 |
| Animal Husbandry and Dairying | 1 |
| Tea Husbandry and Technology | 1 |
| Sericulture – Cocoon Crop Production | 1 |
| Sericulture – Host Plant Production | 1 |
| Sericulture – Crop Improvement | 1 |
| Sericulture – Silk Product Science | 1 |
| Computer Science | 1 |
| Total | 50 |
Faculty of Community Science – 10 Posts
| Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Extension Education and Communication Management | 2 |
| Human Development and Family Studies | 2 |
| Apparel and Textile Science | 1 |
| Food and Nutrition | 2 |
| Resource Management and Consumer Science | 3 |
| Total | 10 |
Educational Qualifications
1. General Eligibility
For most disciplines, candidates must have:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Community Science or Veterinary Science, as relevant to the post.
- A Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with at least 55% marks, or an equivalent CGPA of 3.00 on a 4-point scale or 7.00 on a 10-point scale.
- National Eligibility Test (NET) qualification, unless the discipline is exempt from NET or the candidate qualifies for the specified Ph.D.-based exemption.
- A minimum API/PBAS score of 44 out of 80 for General candidates and 40 out of 80 for SC/ST candidates to be called for an interview.
For Sericulture, the essential Bachelor’s degree requirement is in Sericulture or Agriculture.
Ph.D. exemption from NET: The supplied notification specifies conditions relating to the course-credit system under the UGC Ph.D. Regulations, 2009, and at least two full-length publications with a NAAS rating of 5 or above by the application deadline. Agricultural Engineering is specifically exempt from the NET requirement.
2. Agro-meteorology
- Bachelor’s degree in Science with Physics or Meteorology as the major subject, or a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Veterinary Science, Community Science, Fisheries or Forestry.
- Master’s degree in Meteorology or Agricultural Meteorology with at least 55% marks or the specified equivalent CGPA.
- NET qualification or the applicable Ph.D.-based exemption.
- Minimum API/PBAS score as specified in the notification.
3. Agricultural Business Management (ABM)
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Veterinary Science, Community Science, Fisheries, Forestry or Agricultural Engineering.
- Master’s degree in Business Administration with at least 55% marks or the specified equivalent CGPA.
Alternatively, an MBA/PGDM from a reputed institution such as an IIM, together with two years of work experience in a reputed organization, is specified in the notification.
- NET qualification or the applicable Ph.D.-based exemption.
- Minimum API/PBAS score as prescribed.
4. Agricultural Statistics
- Bachelor’s degree in Science with Statistics as the major subject, or a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Veterinary Science, Community Science, Fisheries or Forestry.
- Master’s degree in Statistics or Agricultural Statistics with at least 55% marks or the specified equivalent CGPA.
- NET qualification or the applicable Ph.D.-based exemption.
- Minimum API/PBAS score as prescribed.
5. Computer Science
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Application, Information Technology, Engineering or Science with Computer Science as the major subject.
- Master’s degree in Computer Application, Information Technology, Information and Communication Technology, Computer Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, or Computer Science, with at least 55% marks or the specified equivalent CGPA.
- NET qualification or the applicable Ph.D.-based exemption.
- Minimum API/PBAS score as prescribed.
6. Food Science and Technology
- Bachelor’s degree in Science or an equivalent degree relevant to the post.
- Master’s degree in Food Technology, Food Science and Technology, Food Engineering, Dairy Technology, Post-Harvest Technology or an equivalent discipline, with at least 55% marks or the specified equivalent CGPA.
- NET qualification or the applicable Ph.D.-based exemption.
- Minimum API/PBAS score as prescribed.
Note: Candidates should consult the official recruitment notification for discipline-specific eligibility, documentation requirements and any applicable exemptions.
Pay Scale
Pay Level 10 – 7th Central Pay Commission
- Pay Scale: ₹57,700–₹1,82,400 per month.
Important Dates
- Online Application Opens: 5 October 2026 at 4:00 PM.
- Last Date to Apply Online: 4 November 2026, up to 4:00 PM.
Application Fee
- General/OBC candidates: ₹1,000.
- SC/ST/PwD candidates: ₹500.
The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Assam Agricultural University website.
- Open the recruitment or careers section and locate the Assistant Professor and equivalent recruitment notification.
- Complete the prescribed online application form with accurate personal, educational and professional details.
- Upload the required documents and supporting certificates.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment facility.
- Review the application carefully and submit it before the deadline.
Important Instructions:
- Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply.
- Only permanent residents of Assam should apply for these posts, as specified in the university service rules.
- In-service candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their parent department or organization.
- Age relaxation for reserved categories will be governed by Government of Assam rules.
- Disability-related eligibility will be governed by applicable government norms.
Organization Address
Office of the Registrar
Assam Agricultural University
Jorhat – 785013
Assam, India.