CAU Imphal Project Assistant Walk-In Interview 2026

Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal is hiring 1 Project Assistant at its College of Horticulture in Bermiok, Sikkim. If you have an M.Sc. in Horticulture, Agriculture, Fruit Science, or Genetics & Plant Breeding, you can attend the walk-in interview directly — there is no online application. The interview is on 28 July 2026 at 11:00 AM. The post pays a consolidated salary of Rs. 25,000 per month for a 3-year research project.

Central Agricultural University (CAU) Imphal Project Assistant Walk-In Interview 2026 - 1 Post

The College of Horticulture, Bermiok (a constituent college of Central Agricultural University, Imphal) is calling eligible candidates for a walk-in interview to fill 1 Project Assistant post under the research project “Collection, Conservation and Morpho-phenological Characterization of Avocado Germplasms Found in Sikkim.” The project studies and safeguards native avocado varieties found across Sikkim, and it is funded by the Centre of Fruitful India, Alliance Bioversity and CIAT (Bioversity International) for a duration of 3 years. There is no written exam — selection happens entirely through the walk-in interview and document check. Candidates with a postgraduate degree in horticulture-related subjects and hands-on field experience in germplasm collection, nursery management, or fruit crop propagation are best suited for this role.

The position is offered by the Fruit Science section of the College of Horticulture under the supervision of Dr. Yamuna Pandey, who is the Principal Investigator of the project. Since the college works on avocado germplasm conservation in the hill state of Sikkim, the role suits candidates who enjoy field-based research and are comfortable traveling to remote horticultural sites for surveys and data collection.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: M.Sc. in Horticulture, Agriculture, Fruit Science, or Genetics & Plant Breeding.
• Desirable: Experience in field survey, germplasm collection and characterization of horticultural crops; nursery management and propagation techniques for fruit crops; good documentation, report-writing and communication skills.
• Already Employed? If you are currently working elsewhere, bring a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from your employer at the time of the interview.

Age Limit

• You should be below 35 years old as on the date of interview (28 July 2026).
• Age Relaxation: SC/ST/OBC candidates get age relaxation as per Government of India norms.

Salary

• You will get a consolidated salary of Rs. 25,000 per month for this position.
• This is a fixed monthly amount — no separate DA, HRA or other allowances are mentioned in the notification.

Selection Process (Walk-In Interview — No Written Exam)

Selection happens in a single stage:

1. Walk-In Interview and Document Verification: You must report at the venue at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time with your application, biodata, photograph, and original certificates for verification.

Just meeting the minimum qualification does not guarantee selection — the Institute will call only as many candidates as it needs based on qualification and suitability, and the Principal Investigator reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process without assigning any reason.

Terms of Engagement

• The post is purely contractual and co-terminus with the project (up to 3 years). Your performance will be reviewed by the project team every 6 months.
• The offer letter for successful candidates will be issued at the discretion of the competent authority.
• Submitting wrong or false information at any stage of selection will disqualify your candidature.

How to Apply

1. Prepare your application for the post along with an updated biodata.
2. Attach a recent passport-size photograph.
3. Carry your original certificates and mark sheets, plus one set of self-attested photocopies.
4. Bring a valid photo ID proof (and an NOC if you are currently employed).
5. Report at College of Horticulture, Bermiok, Central Agricultural University, Sikkim by 10:30 AM on 28 July 2026 (30 minutes before the interview).

No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview — you must arrange your own transport and accommodation.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 13 July 2026
• Walk-In Interview Date: 28 July 2026
• Interview Time: 11:00 AM

• Conduct field surveys for avocado germplasm collection across Sikkim
• Record morphological and phenological data of collected germplasm
• Maintain nursery beds and manage propagation of fruit crop samples
• Prepare and organize field and lab documentation for the project
• Assist the Principal Investigator with project reports and data analysis
• Coordinate with local farmers and communities during germplasm surveys
• Support conservation and characterization activities under the project