CAU Imphal Project Assistant Recruitment 2026

Central Agricultural University, Imphal (CAU Imphal) is hiring 1 Project Assistant at its College of Fisheries, Lembucherra, Tripura (West). If you have a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Botany, Microbiology or Biotechnology, you can attend the walk-in interview on 14 August 2026 at 11:00 AM. There is no online application — you just need to show up with your documents. The post pays a consolidated monthly salary of Rs. 18,000 and is purely contractual.

Central Agricultural University, Imphal (CAU Imphal) Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Central Agricultural University was set up on 26 January 1993 under an Act of Parliament, with its headquarters at Imphal, Manipur. It is the only central university dedicated to agricultural education across seven North Eastern states, including Tripura, and runs 13 constituent colleges covering agriculture, fisheries, veterinary science, horticulture and home science. The College of Fisheries at Lembucherra, Tripura (West) is one of these constituent colleges, and it is now looking to fill 1 Project Assistant post under a research project titled "Conservation and Domestication of Wild Mushrooms of Tripura, North East India." Since this is a project-funded position, the appointment is co-terminus with the project — your engagement continues only as long as the project runs. This is a good opportunity for life-science graduates who are interested in field research, mushroom biology and conservation work in the North East.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You need a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Botany, Microbiology or Biotechnology from a recognized university.
• Desirable: Prior work experience in mushroom cultivation, field survey work and laboratory testing will strengthen your application. Basic computer knowledge is also useful, since you will be expected to help with data entry and documentation.

Age Limit

• The upper age limit is 35 years as on the date of the interview.
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST and Women candidates get a relaxation of 5 years, and OBC candidates get 3 years, or as per the latest Central Government norms.

Salary

• You will get a consolidated monthly pay of Rs. 18,000 for this project position.
• The pay is fixed as per the project's own norms — there are no separate DA/HRA allowances mentioned for this post.

Selection Process

There is no written exam for this post. Selection happens directly through the walk-in interview:

1. Document Verification: You need to bring your original certificates for on-the-spot verification, along with self-attested photocopies.
2. Interview: The college will shortlist and finalize candidates on the same day, based on your bio-data, qualifications and how you perform in the interview.

Note: The university has full discretion to cancel or postpone the interview, or to increase or decrease the number of posts, so keep checking the official notice for updates.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your bio-data using the prescribed proforma given in the official notice — it covers your personal details, qualifications, experience and publications (if any).
2. Attach one recent passport-size photograph.
3. Get self-attested copies ready of all your educational and experience certificates.
4. Carry your original certificates for verification at the venue.
5. Report in person to the College of Fisheries, CAU, Lembucherra, Tripura (West) - 799210 by 11:00 AM on the interview date.

No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview, so plan your travel accordingly.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 28 July 2026
• Walk-in Interview Date: 14 August 2026 at 11:00 AM

• Conduct field surveys for wild mushroom species identification and documentation across Tripura
• Assist in laboratory experiments related to mushroom cultivation and domestication
• Maintain accurate records of experimental data, field observations, and specimen collections
• Support the Principal Investigator in day-to-day project implementation
• Handle basic computer-based data entry and documentation tasks
• Collect and process mushroom samples for research and conservation study
• Coordinate with local communities during field visits for sample collection
• Prepare periodic progress notes for project review