KAU Project Assistant Recruitment 2026

Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) is hiring 1 Project Assistant at the College of Forestry, Vellanikkara. If you have an M.Sc. in Botany or Forestry with 60% marks, you can walk in for the interview directly — there is no online application. The interview is on 29 July 2026 at 10 AM. This is a contract position paying a consolidated salary of Rs. 20,000 per month.

Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) Project Assistant Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) is one of India's premier state agricultural universities, running research and extension programmes through its constituent colleges. Its College of Forestry, Vellanikkara has released a walk-in interview notification to fill 1 Project Assistant post under a Coconut Development Board-funded research project titled "Innovative Wood Modification Strategies for Enhancing the Industrial Utility of Coconut Palm Wood". No written application or online form is required — you just need to email your biodata and turn up for the interview with your documents. This role suits Botany or Forestry postgraduates interested in applied wood research and extension work, and you will report to the project's Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-PI for your day-to-day tasks.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: M.Sc. in Botany or Forestry with a minimum of 60% marks
• Desirable: At least 3 years of experience in coconut palm wood related research and extension activities, backed by a diploma or certificate
• Desirable: Proficiency in computer applications/IT tools, plus good communication and interpersonal skills

Age Limit

• You should be between 21 and 40 years old as on the date of the walk-in interview (29 July 2026).
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC candidates get age relaxation as per university rules.

Salary

• You will get a consolidated salary of Rs. 20,000 per month for this position. There are no additional allowances.
• This is a purely temporary, contract-based role — it comes with no claim to permanency or regularization at KAU, and there is no provision for re-employment once the contract ends.
• KAU can terminate the engagement without prior notice if your performance is found unsatisfactory.
• The position lasts until the project ends or as long as funding from the Coconut Development Board continues.

Selection Process

The selection will be done through:

1. Written Test (if required): KAU may conduct a short written test related to the discipline before the interview, if needed.
2. Walk-in Interview: Held on 29 July 2026 at 10 AM at the College of Forestry, Vellanikkara.

Bring self-attested copies plus original certificates for your age, qualification and experience proof at the time of interview. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

How to Apply

1. Fill up your biodata with all required details.
2. Email the filled biodata to deanforestry@kau.in on or before 25 July 2026.
3. Mention "CDB Project staff interview" as the subject line of your email.
4. Carry your latest CV and original certificates (age, qualification, experience) to the venue.
5. Attend the walk-in interview at College of Forestry, Kerala Agricultural University, K.A.U. (P.O), Vellanikkara, Thrissur - 680656, Kerala at 10 AM on 29 July 2026.

If selected, you will need to sign an agreement on a stamp paper worth Rs. 200 before joining.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 20 July 2026
• Last Date to Send Biodata: 25 July 2026
• Walk-in Interview Date: 29 July 2026

• Conduct laboratory and field research on coconut palm wood modification techniques
• Collect and analyze wood samples to study durability and industrial utility
• Maintain accurate records of experiments, data, and project findings
• Assist the Principal Investigator with day-to-day project activities
• Prepare technical reports and documentation for the funding agency
• Coordinate with artisans and industry partners on wood utilization trials
• Support extension and outreach activities related to the project
• Report to the Principal Investigator (PI) or Co-PI and take up additional duties as assigned