Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University Recruitment 2026 – YP-I, YP-II and Junior Research Assistant Vacancies
RLBCAU Recruitment 2026: Walk-in interviews for 5 Young Professional-I, Young Professional-II and Junior Research Assistant vacancies in Jhansi and Datia. Check qualifications, age limits, salaries up to ₹42,000, interview dates and application details.
Date Posted: 21 October 2026
Organization: Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University (RLBCAU), Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh
Organization Profile
Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University was established in 2014 under the Central Agricultural University Act, 2014 (Act No. 10 of 2014). Located in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, the university focuses on agricultural and allied sciences through education, research, extension programmes, and collaborations with national and international educational institutions.
The university invites eligible candidates to attend walk-in interviews for project-based positions at its College of Fisheries, Datia, and its Jhansi campus.
Job Details
The university is recruiting candidates for the following positions under different research projects.
| Position | Vacancies | Project / Department | Job Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young Professional-II (YP-II) | 2 | National Surveillance Programme for Aquatic Animal Diseases (NSPAAD) | Datia, Madhya Pradesh |
| Junior Research Assistant (JRA) | 1 | Urd bean physiological and molecular characterization project | Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh |
| Young Professional-I (YP-I) | 1 | AICRP on Agrometeorology (Volunteer Centre) | Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh |
| Junior Research Assistant (JRA) | 1 | Landscape resource assessment for groundwater recharge and quality using geospatial technology | Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh |
Total Vacancies: 5
Employment Type: Contractual, project-based or university-funded, on an ad-hoc basis.
Appointment Duration: One year or until termination of the project, whichever is earlier. Extension may be considered based on performance.
Application Mode: Walk-in Interview
1. Young Professional-II (YP-II) – 2 Posts
Project: National Surveillance Programme for Aquatic Animal Diseases (NSPAAD)
Department / Institution: College of Fisheries, RLBCAU, Datia, Madhya Pradesh
Essential Qualifications
Candidates must possess either of the following:
- M.F.Sc. in a relevant discipline, such as Aquatic Animal Health Management, Aquaculture, Aquatic Environment Management, Fish Biotechnology, or Fishery Microbiology.
- Postgraduate degree or M.Sc. in a relevant discipline, such as Microbiology, Biotechnology, Zoology, Life Sciences, Animal Biotechnology, Veterinary Microbiology, Agricultural Microbiology, or Food Microbiology.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years as on the date of interview
Age relaxation is applicable as specified in the recruitment notice:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- Persons with Disabilities (PH): 10 years
Salary
₹42,000 per month (consolidated).
Walk-in Interview
- Date: 31 October 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Venue: College of Fisheries, Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Noner, Datia, Madhya Pradesh.
2. Junior Research Assistant (JRA) – Urd Bean Project
Project Title: UPCST Urd Bean Physiological and Molecular Characterization for Pre-harvesting Sprouting Tolerance in Urd Bean (Vigna mungo L.) in the Bundelkhand Region.
Institution: Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.
Essential Qualifications
- First Division in B.Sc. Agriculture.
- First Division in M.Sc. in Plant/Crop Physiology, Genetics and Plant Breeding, or Biotechnology.
- The applicant must be a resident of Uttar Pradesh.
Desirable Qualification
Higher qualifications in Plant/Crop Physiology, Genetics and Plant Breeding, or Biotechnology.
Age Limit
Maximum age: 28 years as on 1 April 2026.
Salary
- First and Second Years: ₹25,000 per month.
- Third Year: ₹28,000 per month.
The remuneration is consolidated.
Walk-in Interview
- Date: 2 November 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Venue: Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Near Pahuj Dam, Gwalior Road, Jhansi – 284003, Uttar Pradesh.
3. Young Professional-I (YP-I) – 1 Post
Project: All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Agrometeorology, Volunteer Centre.
Institution: Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.
Essential Qualifications
Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines:
- Agrometeorology
- Agronomy
- Environmental Science
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 45 years
Age relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- Persons with Disabilities (PH): 10 years
Salary
₹25,000 per month (consolidated).
Walk-in Interview
- Date: 2 November 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM
- Venue: Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Near Pahuj Dam, Gwalior Road, Jhansi – 284003, Uttar Pradesh.
4. Junior Research Assistant (JRA) – Groundwater Recharge Project
Project Title: UP-CST-funded project, “Landscape Resource Assessment for Groundwater Recharge and Quality Using Geospatial Technology for Talbehat Block, Lalitpur, UP.”
Project ID: 4201
Institution: Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.
Essential Qualifications
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
- M.Sc. or M.Tech. in any branch of Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Natural Sciences, or Environmental Science.
- Specialization or dissertation involving GIS and Remote Sensing applications and landscape resource assessment.
- First-class academic performance in both undergraduate and postgraduate examinations.
- The candidate must be a resident of Uttar Pradesh.
Age Limit
Maximum age: 28 years as on 1 April 2026.
Salary
₹25,000 per month (consolidated).
Walk-in Interview
- Date: 3 November 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Venue: Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Near Pahuj Dam, Gwalior Road, Jhansi – 284003, Uttar Pradesh.
Important Dates and Interview Schedule
| Post | Interview Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Young Professional-II | 31 October 2026 | 10:00 AM |
| JRA – Urd Bean Project | 2 November 2026 | 10:00 AM |
| Young Professional-I | 2 November 2026 | 2:00 PM |
| JRA – Groundwater Recharge Project | 3 November 2026 | 10:00 AM |
How to Apply
Eligible candidates should attend the walk-in interview for their respective positions at the specified venue, date, and time.
Applicants must verify their educational qualifications, age eligibility, and other requirements before attending.
Documents Required
Candidates should bring the following documents:
- Application form in the prescribed format, as provided with the recruitment advertisement.
- Complete biodata.
- Recent passport-size photograph affixed to the application.
- Attested photocopies of educational certificates and mark sheets from matriculation onwards.
- Relevant experience certificates and other supporting documents, if applicable.
- Original educational certificates and mark sheets for verification.
The selected candidate must produce a medical certificate at the time of joining.
Terms and Conditions
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Official accommodation will not be provided.
- The appointment is purely ad hoc for one year or until the project ends, whichever is earlier.
- Extension may be considered based on performance and project requirements.
- The appointment does not confer any right to regularization or absorption into RLBCAU.
- The competent authority’s decision will be final and binding.
- The university reserves the right to terminate the contract before project completion, as specified in the recruitment conditions.
- Candidates should regularly check the university website for recruitment updates.
Organization Address
Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University
Near Pahuj Dam, Jhansi–Gwalior Road
Jhansi – 284003
Uttar Pradesh, India
Official Website: https://www.rlbcau.ac.in/