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AAU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 60 Posts
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| Name of post | AAU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 60 Posts |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Assam Agricultural University |
| Advertisement no. | 4/2026 |
| Job location | All India |
| Total vacancies | 60 posts |
| Last date to apply | 04 November 2026 |
| Pay / salary | Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of Rs. 57,700 - 1,82,400/- (Level 10 in Pay Matrix, 7th Pay Commission). |
| Posted on | 07 Oct 2026 |
| Last updated | 07 Oct 2026 |
Official source: The official notification could not be read automatically (login page, scanned image or blocked). Please confirm on the official website. Official notification (aau.ac.in)
Important Dates
- Notification Date29 September 2026
- Application Start Date05 October 2026 from 4:00 PM onwards
- Last date to apply04 November 2026
Application Fee
- General / OBC candidates₹ 1000/-
- SC / ST / PWD candidates₹ 500/-
The application fee is non-refundable and is to be deposited through online mode only.
Category : Fee
The non-refundable application fee for General/OBC candidates is Rs. 1000/-.
The application fee for SC/ST/PWD candidates is Rs. 500/-.
Age Limit
- The upper age limit for the post of Assistant Professor & equivalent is 38 years as on the last date of submission of the application.
- Category : Relaxation
- Permanent in-service candidates : By number of full years of service rendered in AAU/ICAR/CSIR/DST/SAUs and other Govt. Institutions up to a maximum of 5 (five) years as supported by relevant documents, as per existing norms of AAU and Govt. of Assam.
- Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PWD) : As per norms of the Govt. of Assam. The percentage of disability for PWD candidates shall be as per Govt. norms.
- The upper age limit is 38 years as on the last date of submission of the application, with age relaxations applicable for reserved categories and in-service candidates as per norms.
Total Post
60 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post name | No. of posts |
|---|---|
| Soil Science | 1 |
| Agronomy | 5 |
| Biochemistry | 2 |
| Plant Breeding & Genetics | 6 |
| Seed Science & Technology | 1 |
| Horticulture with Specialization: i) Fruit Science-2 ii) Vegetable Science-2 iii) Floriculture-2 iv) Post Harvest Management-2 | 8 |
| Food Science & Technology | 1 |
| Agricultural Economics | 3 |
| Agril. Business Management | 2 |
| Agril Extension Education | 1 |
| Agril. Engineering | 2 |
| Agril. Statistics | 1 |
| Entomology | 4 |
| Nematology | 2 |
| Plant Pathology | 3 |
| Agro-meteorology | 1 |
| Animal Husbandry & Dairying | 1 |
| Tea Husbandry & Technology | 1 |
| Sericulture with Specialization: i) Cocoon Crop Production-1 ii) Host Plant Production-1 iii) Sericulture Crop Improvement-1 iv) Silk Product Science- 1 | 4 |
| Computer Science | 1 |
| Total | 60 |
Salary / Pay Scale
- Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of Rs. 57,700 - 1,82,400/- (Level 10 in Pay Matrix, 7th Pay Commission).
AAU Assistant Professor Vacancy Details (Discipline-wise)
- There are a total of 60 vacancies distributed across various disciplines under the Faculty of Agriculture and Faculty of Community Science.
AAU Assistant Professor Eligibility Criteria – Nationality
- The candidates who are permanent residents of Assam should only apply for the posts of Assistant Professor & equivalent.
AAU Assistant Professor Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor & equivalent (Other than Agro-meteorology, Agril. Statistics, ABM, Computer Science & Food Science & Technology) | Passed Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture/ Horticulture/ Community Science/Veterinary Science as relevant to the requirement of the post. For the post of Assistant Professor in Sericulture, the essential requirement is Bachelor’s degree in either Sericulture or Agriculture. Secured minimum 55% marks or minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (MCGPA) of 3.00 in 4 point scale or 7.00 in 10 point scale at the Master’s degree level in the discipline relevant to the post from an Indian university or a foreign university. Qualified National Eligibility Test (NET), or NET is waived for candidates with Ph.D. degree obtained under course credit system as per UGC Regulations, 2009, provided the candidate has at least two full length publications having NAAS rating not less than 5 on the last date of submission of application. A minimum score (44 out of 80 for General & 40 out of 80 for SC/ST) as stipulated in the 'Academic Performance Indicator' (API) based 'Performance Based Appraisal System' (PBAS) is required to be called for interview. |
| Assistant Professor (Agro-Meteorology) | Passed Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics or Meteorology as the major subject OR Passed Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture/Veterinary Science/Community Science/ Fisheries/ Forestry. Secured minimum 55% marks or MCGPA of 3.00 in 4 point scale or 7.00 in 10 point scale at the Master’s degree level in Meteorology/Agricultural Meteorology from an Indian university or a foreign university. Qualified NET or NET waived for Ph.D. degree holders under specific UGC regulations with at least two full length publications having NAAS rating not less than 5. Minimum score of 44 out of 80 for General & 40 out of 80 for SC/ST based on PBAS for interview call. |
| Assistant Professor (ABM) | Passed Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture/ Veterinary Science/ Community Science/ Fisheries/ Forestry/ Agricultural Engineering. Secured minimum 55% marks or MCGPA of 3.00 in 4 point scale or 7.00 in 10 point scale at the Master’s degree level in Business Administration from an Indian university or a foreign university. OR MBA/PGDM from reputed institutions like IIM with two years working experience in reputed organization. Qualified NET (where applicable) or NET waived for Ph.D. degree holders under specific UGC regulations with at least two full length publications having NAAS rating not less than 5. Minimum score of 44 out of 80 for General & 40 out of 80 for SC/ST based on PBAS for interview call. |
| Assistant Professor (Agril. Statistics) | Passed Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Statistics as major subject OR Passed Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture/Veterinary Science/Community Science/ Fisheries/ Forestry. Secured minimum 55% marks or MCGPA of 3.00 in 4 point scale or 7.00 in 10 point scale at the Master’s degree level in Statistics/Agricultural Statistics from an Indian university or a foreign university. Qualified NET or NET waived for Ph.D. degree holders under specific UGC regulations with at least two full length publications having NAAS rating not less than 5. Minimum score of 44 out of 80 for General & 40 out of 80 for SC/ST based on PBAS for interview call. |
| Assistant Professor (Computer Science) | Passed Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Application/ Information Technology/ Engineering/ Science with Computer Science as major subject. Secured minimum 55% marks or MCGPA of 3.00 in 4 point scale or 7.00 in 10 point scale at the Master’s degree level in Computer Application/ Information Technology/ Information & Communication Technology/ Computer Engineering/ Electronics & Communication Engineering/ Computer Science from an Indian university or a foreign university. Qualified NET or NET waived for Ph.D. degree holders under specific UGC regulations with at least two full length publications having NAAS rating not less than 5. Minimum score of 44 out of 80 for General & 40 out of 80 for SC/ST based on PBAS for interview call. |
| Assistant Professor & equivalent (Food Science & Technology) | Passed Bachelor’s Degree in Science or equivalent degree relevant to the post. Secured minimum 55% marks or MCGPA of 3.00 in 4 point scale or 7.00 in 10 point scale at the Master’s degree level in disciplines of Food Technology/Food Science & Technology/ Food Engineering/Dairy Technology/Post Harvest Technology/Agricultural Process Engineering or equivalent disciplines from an Indian university or a foreign university. Qualified NET or NET waived for Ph.D. degree holders under specific UGC regulations with at least two full length publications having NAAS rating not less than 5. Minimum score of 44 out of 80 for General & 40 out of 80 for SC/ST based on PBAS for interview call. |
AAU Assistant Professor Important Instructions
- The candidates who are permanent residents of Assam should only apply for the posts of Assistant Professor & equivalent.
- Age relaxation for reserved category will be as per norms of the Govt. of Assam.
- The percentage of disability for PWD candidates shall be as per Govt. norms.
- In-service candidates shall have to submit NOC from their parent Department/Organization.
More Details
- AAU Assistant Professor Age Limit
- Age Relaxation
- AAU Assistant Professor Application Fee
How to Apply for AAU Assistant Professor
- Visit the official Assam Agricultural University website at www.aau.ac.in.
- Navigate to the recruitment section and access the online application link for Advertisement No. 4/2026.
- Complete the online application form with all required personal and academic details.
- Deposit the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 1000/- (for General/OBC) or Rs. 500/- (for SC/ST/PWD) through online mode only.
- In-service candidates must submit NOC from their parent Department/Organization.
- Submit the application online on or before 4:00 PM of 4/11/2026.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here appl.aau.ac.in |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download aau.ac.in |
| Official Website | Click Here aau.ac.in |
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Assam Agricultural University (AAU) |
| Advertisement No. | 4/2026 |
| Post Name(s) | Assistant Professor & equivalent (Faculty of Agriculture & Faculty of Community Science) and other posts |
| Total Vacancies | 60 |
| Pay | Rs. 57,700 - 1,82,400/- (Level 10 in Pay Matrix, 7th Pay Commission) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Assam |
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | Online Application Form |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Advertisement No. 4/2026 |
| Official Website | Assam Agricultural University Homepage |
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Frequently asked questions
When does the application for AAU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 60 Posts start?
Application Start Date: 05 October 2026 from 4:00 PM onwards.
What is the last date to apply for AAU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 60 Posts?
The last date to apply is 04 November 2026.
How many vacancies are there in AAU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 60 Posts?
There are 60 posts in total.
What is the age limit for AAU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 60 Posts?
The upper age limit for the post of Assistant Professor & equivalent is 38 years as on the last date of submission of the application; Category : Relaxation; Permanent in-service candidates : By number of full years of service rendered in AAU/ICAR/CSIR/DST/SAUs and other Govt. Institutions up to a maximum of 5 (five) years as supported by relevant documents, as per existing norms of AAU and Govt. of Assam; Reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PWD) : As per norms of the Govt. of Assam. The percentage of disability for PWD candidates shall be as per Govt. norms; The upper age limit is 38 years as on the last date of submission of the application, with age relaxations applicable for reserved categories and in-service candidates as per norms.
What is the application fee for AAU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 60 Posts?
General / OBC candidates: ₹ 1000/-; SC / ST / PWD candidates: ₹ 500/-.
What qualification is needed for AAU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 60 Posts?
The candidates who are permanent residents of Assam should only apply for the posts of Assistant Professor & equivalent. | Assistant Professor & equivalent (Other than Agro-meteorology, Agril. Statistics, ABM, Computer Science & Food Science & Technology): Passed Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture/ Horticulture/ Community Science/Veterinary Science as relevant to the requirement of the post. For the…
What is the official website for AAU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 60 Posts?
The official website is https://www.aau.ac.in/.