MPKV Lab Attendant & Helper Recruitment 2026

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV) is hiring 4 contractual staff at its Agricultural Research Station in Kasbe Digraj, Dist. Sangli (Maharashtra). There are 1 Laboratory Attendant post (12th pass) and 3 Skilled Helper cum Labour posts (7th pass). The salary is a fixed Rs. 12,000 to Rs. 15,000 per month. You can apply offline by post before 10 July 2026.

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV) Lab Attendant and Skilled Helper Recruitment 2026 - 4 Posts

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV), Rahuri has released a notification for 4 temporary posts at the Agricultural Research Station, Kasbe Digraj. These posts are under the product testing grants for carrying out technical and field work on soybean breeding, plant pathology, biopesticide and biofertilizer production. This is a contractual job, initially for 6 months and likely to be extended based on budget. Both freshers and experienced candidates can apply, but preference goes to those with related experience.

Vacancy Breakdown

Who Can Apply?

Laboratory Attendant (1 post)

• Essential: You must have passed the HSC (12th Standard) examination.
• Desirable: At least 3 years experience in biopesticide or biofertilizer production, plus an MSCIT (computer) certificate.

Skilled Helper cum Labour (3 posts)

• Essential: You must have passed the 7th Standard examination.
• Desirable: At least 3 years experience in field work related to soybean breeding or plant pathology.

Preference will be given to candidates with related experience. Only candidates meeting the essential qualification need to apply.

Salary

• Laboratory Attendant: Rs. 15,000 per month (fixed)
• Skilled Helper cum Labour: Rs. 12,000 per month (fixed)
• The pay is a fixed amount with no separate allowances, as these are contractual posts under the product testing grant.

Selection Process

Selection is done through a simple two-step process:

1. Screening of Applications: Only candidates who meet the essential qualification are shortlisted.
2. Interview: The selection committee will interview the eligible candidates. You will be informed of the date and time by email. You must attend at your own cost — no TA/DA or accommodation is given.

Selected candidates must execute a bond of Rs. 500 on stamp paper as per university rules and give an undertaking to complete the assignment.

How to Apply

1. Download and fill the application form in the prescribed format given in the notification.
2. Attach self-attested copies of all certificates, testimonials and age proof.
3. Send the completed application to the Officer-In-Charge, Agricultural Research Station, Kasbe Digraj, Tal. Miraj, Dist. Sangli, Pin 416305.
4. Make sure your application reaches before 10 July 2026. Applications received after the due date or delayed by post will not be considered.

If you are already employed, apply through proper channel or submit an NOC from your employer.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 24 June 2026
• Last Date to Apply (by post): 10 July 2026
• Interview Date: To be announced (you will be informed by email)

• Clean laboratory instruments and equipment as part of daily work
• Assist in biopesticide and biofertilizer production
• Record CFU counts and pathological observations in the lab
• Help in field research work and note down observations
• Support soybean crossing and other research activities
• Keep the office and laboratory clean on a daily basis
• Help record observations from soybean research trials