KAU Guest Lecturer Forestry Recruitment 2026

Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) is hiring a Guest Lecturer in Forestry on a daily wage basis at the Regional Agricultural Research Station, Kumarakom, Kottayam. If you have a Master's degree in Forestry with 55% marks and NET qualification, you can apply by email. The pay is Rs. 1,500 per practical session (2 hours) and Rs. 1,000 per theory session (1 hour). The last date to apply is 22 May 2026 at 4:00 PM.

Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) Guest Lecturer Forestry Recruitment 2026

Kerala Agricultural University (KAU), through the Regional Agricultural Research Station, Kumarakom, has released a notification for the post of Guest Lecturer in Forestry on a daily wage basis. The lecturer will handle Forestry classes for the B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture course at the Regional Agricultural Research Station, Kumarakom. This is a temporary engagement — the appointment is purely provisional for the semester or until regular hands are appointed, whichever is earlier. Freshers and experienced candidates in Forestry with the required qualification can apply.

Who Can Apply?

• Essential Qualification: Master's degree in Forestry from a university recognized by Kerala Agricultural University with a minimum of 55% marks.
• NET: NET qualification in the relevant subject conducted by ICAR / UGC / CSIR / AICTE or any equivalent test approved by UGC.
• If NET-qualified candidates are not available: Applicants with a Master's degree in the concerned discipline recognized by KAU will be considered.
• Desirable: Ph.D and teaching experience.

Age Limit

• Age limit as per the norms of Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC).

Salary

• Rs. 1,500 for handling a practical session of 2 hours duration.
• Rs. 1,000 for handling a theory session of 1 hour duration.
• Payment is on a daily wage basis — based on actual sessions handled.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview or for handling sessions.

Selection Process

There is no written exam. Selection is based on:

1. Marks Obtained in Essential Qualification: Academic performance in the qualifying examination.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be intimated by email or phone from the office.
3. Document Verification: Bring all relevant original documents on the day of the interview.

How to Apply

1. Download or prepare the application form in the prescribed format attached with the notification.
2. Fill in the application and self-attest copies of certificates of qualifying examinations.
3. Scan the duly filled application along with the certificates as a single PDF.
4. Address the application to the Associate Director of Research, Regional Agricultural Research Station, Kumarakom, Kottayam.
5. Email the scanned application to acadug.rarskum@kau.in before 4:00 PM on 22 May 2026.
6. Late applications will not be considered.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 12 May 2026
• Last Date to Submit Application: 22 May 2026 by 4:00 PM
• Interview Date: To be announced (candidates will be intimated by email/phone)

• Handle Forestry theory classes for B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture students at the Regional Agricultural Research Station, Kumarakom
• Conduct practical sessions in Forestry and related subjects
• Prepare lesson plans, study materials, and assignments as per the approved curriculum
• Evaluate student performance in practical and theory sessions
• Guide students on field-based learning and applied forestry topics
• Maintain attendance and academic records for the sessions handled
• Submit reports and feedback to the Associate Director of Research as required