CAU Imphal Vice-Chancellor Recruitment 2026

The Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal is hiring 1 Vice-Chancellor for the university located in Manipur. If you have a Ph.D in agriculture or allied sciences and at least 10 years of experience as a Professor, you can apply by post. The salary is Rs. 2,10,000 per month fixed plus other allowances. The last date to receive applications is 6 July 2026 at 5:00 P.M.

Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal Vice-Chancellor Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

The Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE), Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, has invited applications for the post of Vice-Chancellor, Central Agricultural University, Imphal, Manipur. CAU Imphal was established in 1993 by an Act of Parliament and is a premier fully residential university covering seven North-Eastern Hill states — Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Sikkim, Nagaland and Tripura. The university operates 13 constituent colleges and 6 Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs). Distinguished academic leaders with a track record in agricultural research and administration can apply.

Who Can Apply?

Educational Qualification

• You must have a Ph.D degree in any branch of agriculture or allied sciences.

Experience

• You should be an eminent scientist or teacher with at least 10 years of experience as a Professor or equivalent, including at least 3 years of experience in research, teaching or extension management.
• You should have evidence of contributions to Teaching, Research or Extension as supported by publications, innovations and demonstrated leadership.

Skills and Competencies Expected

• Outstanding scientific achievement in agriculture or allied sciences
• Successful administration and management of agricultural education, research or extension at a higher level
• Modern and forward-looking approach in agricultural education and research
• Vision and proven leadership qualities
• Initiative and innovative abilities
• Experience of interaction with national and international academic and research organisations
• Highest level of integrity, morals, professional competence and institutional commitment

Age Limit

• The Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for a term of five years from the date of joining, or until attaining the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier.
• The selected candidate is also eligible for reappointment for a further term of five years or until attaining 70 years, whichever is earlier.
• No minimum age is specified in the notification.

Salary

• The present pay for the post is Rs. 2,10,000 per month (fixed).
• You will also get other allowances as per Government of India rules.
• Pay is governed by Ministry of Education / UGC Regulation (O.M. No. 1-7/2015-U.II(1) dated 2 November 2017, revised time to time) and the Central Agricultural University Act, 1992.

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection will be done by a committee constituted with the approval of the President of India in his/her capacity of Visitor of CAU, Imphal:

1. Screening of Applications: The Selection Committee will scrutinise all applications received.
2. Evaluation: The committee will evaluate candidates based on academic credentials, research contributions and leadership experience.
3. Recommendation: Shortlisted names will be recommended to the Honourable President of India (Visitor of CAU, Imphal) through the Honourable Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Minister.
4. Final Appointment: Made under the provisions of the CAU Act, 1992.

How to Apply

1. Download the application proforma attached with the advertisement from icar.org.in.
2. Fill in the application with full personal, educational and employment history details.
3. Attach details of publications (best 50), books authored, editorships, international academic exposure, conferences attended, research projects and awards.
4. Write a vision statement for the University and your justification for the candidature (up to 500 words).
5. You may attach an additional one-page note on outstanding contributions to agriculture or allied sciences.
6. Sign the declaration confirming all statements are true.
7. Super-scribe the envelope as "Application for the post of Vice Chancellor, Central Agricultural University, Imphal, Manipur".
8. Send the completed application (hard copy) by post to: The Committee (VC Selection), Office of the Secretary, DARE and D.G, ICAR, Department of Agricultural Research and Education, Room No. 108, Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi-110001.
9. The application must reach by 6 July 2026 at 5:00 P.M. Late or incomplete applications will be summarily rejected.

The Department will not be responsible for any postal delay.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Issue: May 2026
• Application Start Date: 23 May 2026
• Last Date to Submit Application: 6 July 2026 (5:00 P.M.)
• Interview Date: To be announced by the Selection Committee

• Act as the principal executive and academic officer of the Central Agricultural University, Imphal
• Exercise general supervision and control over the affairs of the University
• Give effect to decisions of all authorities of the University
• Lead 13 constituent colleges and 6 Krishi Vigyan Kendras across seven North-Eastern states
• Drive agricultural research, teaching and extension in agriculture, veterinary sciences, fisheries, horticulture, forestry, agricultural engineering, community science and food technology
• Maintain partnerships with national and international institutions and state development departments
• Ensure food and nutritional security initiatives for the North-Eastern region
• Represent the University before the Ministry, Visitor and other government authorities