JAU Senior Project Assistant Groundnut Recruitment 2026
Junagadh Agricultural University (JAU) - Main Oilseeds Research Station
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Vacancies
2
Salary
₹25,000 - ₹25,000
Job Type
Contract
Full time
Apply By
12 Oct 2026
About This Job
Apply for Senior Project Assistant posts in JAU. First-class MSc Agri in specified fields. Salary: Rs 25,000. Walk-in: 12 Oct 2026. jau.in.
JAU Senior Project Assistant Groundnut Recruitment 2026: Overview
Junagadh Agricultural University (JAU) is hiring Senior Project Assistants for groundnut research at its Main Oilseeds Research Station in Junagadh, Gujarat. The work is linked to approved projects on crop-treatment performance, including leaf-spot and rust disease research. You will be considered for a fixed project engagement through the station's walk-in recruitment notice.
Posts and Disciplines
- UPF 513 project, B.H. 18006-02: this assignment belongs to a study of treatment effectiveness and possible crop damage in relation to tikka leaf spot and rust in groundnut.
- Penflufen and Tebuconazole project, B.H. 18006-03: this assignment belongs to a groundnut treatment study using Penflufen 90 G/L with Tebuconazole 180 G/L SC. The project has a separate budget reference in the same notice.
Service Conditions and Caveats
- Project tenure: Both engagements are for 11 months or until their respective project ends, whichever happens earlier. The second project's term is counted from the appointment date.
- Nature of appointment: The university describes these as temporary positions for a limited project period. Keep the project reference clear when identifying the assignment you wish to join.
- Travel costs: You must attend at your own expense.
- Accuracy of your application: The declaration warns that false information or differences found when checking originals can lead to cancellation of candidature, selection or appointment.
Application Submission Notes
The walk-in venue is Main Oilseeds Research Station, Junagadh Agricultural University, Junagadh. Reporting begins at 8:30 am, and the notice says applications will not be accepted after 10:00 am.
Use the university's prescribed walk-in form, which includes spaces for the post, project name and budget reference. Hand it in at the venue; the notice does not prescribe an online submission route.
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Qualification
First-class M.Sc (Agriculture) in Plant Pathology or Genetics and Plant Breeding.
Preferred Qualification
Preference will be given to experienced applicants.
Age Limit
Up to 35 years (as on 12 Oct 2026)
Age Relaxation:
- Reserved categories and women: As per government rules; specific number of years not stated.
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Salary & Compensation
Pay Scale
Rs. 25,000 per month, fixed.
Selection Process
- 1 Written Exam
- 2 Interview
- 3 Document Verification
Exam Pattern
If more than 10 candidates attend for any one position, you will take an MCQ written test. Candidates will be called for the oral interview in order of test performance. Questions, marks, duration, subjects and negative marking are not stated.
How to Apply
Application Mode: Offline
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Required Documents:
- Prescribed application form with signed recent passport-size photograph
- Original date-of-birth, category, qualification and experience certificates
- Self-attested copies of supporting certificates
- First page of publications, if listed in the application
Frequently Asked Questions
You must apply by 12 October 2026.
You need a first-class M.Sc (Agriculture) in Plant Pathology or Genetics and Plant Breeding. Experience is preferred.
Attend the walk-in at Main Oilseeds Research Station, JAU, Junagadh on 12 October 2026 at 8:30 am with the prescribed form and supporting originals and copies. Applications close at 10:00 am.
You will receive Rs. 25,000 per month as fixed pay.
Important Dates
Last Date to Apply
12 Oct 2026
Exam Date
12 Oct 2026
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