MPKV Dhule Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV), Rahuri is hiring Assistant Professors in the disciplines of Soil Science and Agricultural Botany at the Associate Dean, College of Agriculture, Dhule on a purely contractual basis. If you have a Ph.D. or Master's degree with NET in the relevant discipline, you can apply offline. The notification was released on 24 April 2026 for academic year 2026-27. Salary is up to Rs. 45,000 per month (fixed pay).

MPKV College of Agriculture Dhule Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV), Rahuri, one of Maharashtra's four state agricultural universities, has released a notification for the recruitment of Assistant Professors in Soil Science and Agricultural Botany at the Associate Dean, College of Agriculture, Dhule. This is a purely contractual engagement for the academic year 2026-27 — fix-pay basis with no claim to permanent absorption. The college, located on Parola Road in Dhule, has been a key constituent college of MPKV since 1968.

Who Can Apply?

For Assistant Professor (Soil Science)

• You must have a Ph.D. in Soil Science / Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry from a recognised university, OR
• A Master's degree (M.Sc. Agri.) in Soil Science with NET qualification prescribed by the UGC/ICAR

For Assistant Professor (Agricultural Botany)

• You must have a Ph.D. in Agricultural Botany from a recognised university, OR
• A Master's degree (M.Sc. Agri.) in Agricultural Botany with NET qualification prescribed by the UGC/ICAR

Candidates from any state can apply, but the place of posting will be Dhule, Maharashtra.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 38 years as on the date of advertisement
• Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST candidates; 3 years for DT/NT/OBC and other reserved categories as per Maharashtra Government rules
• Upper age limit is not applicable to those already working in contractual posts at MPKV

Salary

• Fixed pay of Rs. 45,000 per month for Ph.D./NET qualified candidates
• Rs. 25,000 per month for M.Sc. candidates (without NET, where applicable)
• No additional allowances; this is a fix-pay contractual engagement

Application Fee

• Processing fee: Rs. 500
• Payment mode: Through online transfer to the account of Comptroller, MPKV, Rahuri at Central Bank of India, Dhule (Account No. 3183355588, IFSC: CBIN0280709), or by cash at office hours
• Attach the original payment receipt with the application

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection is based on:

1. Document Verification: Scrutiny of educational qualifications, NET certificate, experience, and publications
2. Personal Interview / Walk-in Interview: Conducted by the Selection Committee at the College of Agriculture, Dhule
3. Final Merit: Based on academic record and interview performance

There is no written examination for this contractual recruitment.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from the official MPKV website mpkv.ac.in under Administration > Recruitment
2. Fill in the application on plain paper as per the enclosed proforma with full details
3. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (degree certificates, NET certificate, age proof, caste certificate if applicable, experience certificate)
4. Deposit the processing fee of Rs. 500 in the Comptroller's account and attach the payment receipt
5. Send the application by Speed Post or submit by hand during office hours to the Associate Dean, College of Agriculture, Dhule, Parola Road, Dhule - 424004 (MS) as per the deadline in the notification

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 24 April 2026
• Application Start Date: 24 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: As specified in the official notification PDF
• Walk-in Interview Date: To be announced in the official notification

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate students in the assigned discipline (Soil Science or Agricultural Botany)
• Prepare lesson plans, study materials, and laboratory practicals as per the ICAR curriculum
• Conduct theory classes, lab sessions, and field demonstrations
• Evaluate student assignments, projects, and examinations
• Guide students in dissertation, research projects, and field trials
• Participate in departmental academic committees and college activities
• Support research and extension activities of the College of Agriculture, Dhule