KVK Recruitment 2026 For Scientist, Specialist, Assistant and Other Posts
July 1, 2026
Find the latest updates on KVK Recruitment 2026 here. The Krishi Vigyan Kendra is a network of farm science centres under ICAR that provide training and technology support to farmers across India. Explore current vacancies with details on eligibility, application process, and selection procedure.
KVK Tirunelveli Recruitment 2026 for 4 Scientist, Specialist and Assistant Posts | Last Date: 12th July 2026
ICAR – RVS Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Tirunelveli, located in Tenkasi District of Tamil Nadu, has announced KVK Tirunelveli Recruitment 2026 for 4 regular vacancies. The recruitment drive includes posts for Senior Scientist/Head, Subject Matter Specialists, and Programme Assistant (Lab Technician). Candidates with qualifications ranging from Bachelor’s Degree to Ph.D. in relevant disciplines are eligible to apply. The offline application process commenced on 20 June 2026 and the last date for submission of applications is 12 July 2026. Selection will be based on shortlisting of applications followed by an interview. Selected candidates will be appointed in Tenkasi District, Tamil Nadu under various 7th CPC pay levels.
Doctoral Degree in relevant subject with 8 years of experience
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture)
01
Master’s Degree in Horticulture or equivalent
Subject Matter Specialist (Animal Science)
01
Master’s Degree in Veterinary Science or equivalent
Programme Assistant (Lab Technician)
01
Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or equivalent
Total
04
—
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must possess the required educational qualifications and relevant experience for the respective posts.
Applicants should fulfill the prescribed age criteria as on the closing date of application.
Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government rules.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interview process.
Educational Requirement
Senior Scientist / Head KVK:
Essential: Doctoral Degree in a relevant subject, including relevant basic sciences.
Experience: Minimum 8 years of experience as Scientist, Lecturer, Extension Specialist, or equivalent position with proven contributions in research, teaching, or extension education.
Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture):
Essential: Master’s Degree in Horticulture or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
Subject Matter Specialist (Animal Science):
Essential: Master’s Degree in Veterinary Science or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
Programme Assistant (Lab Technician):
Essential: Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
Salary
Senior Scientist / Head KVK: Pay Level 13A (7th CPC)
Senior Scientist / Head KVK: Not exceeding 47 years
Subject Matter Specialist Posts: Not exceeding 35 years
Programme Assistant (Lab Technician): Not exceeding 30 years
Age relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
Application Fee
No application fee is required for any category.
Selection Process
Shortlisting of applications
Interview
Document verification
How to Apply
Visit the official website and download the prescribed application form.
Fill in the application form with all required personal, educational, and experience details.
Attach self-attested copies of age proof, educational certificates, community certificate, experience certificates, and other relevant documents.
Send the completed application form along with all supporting documents by post to the following address:The Chairman, ICAR – RVS Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Urmelalagian Village, Kadayanallur Taluk, Tenkasi District – 627852, Tamil Nadu.
Ensure that the application reaches the above address on or before 12 July 2026.
Important Dates
Notification Release Date
20 June 2026
Application Start Date
20 June 2026
Last Date for Submission of Application
12 July 2026
Other Requirements
Candidates must submit self-attested copies of all supporting documents along with the application form.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Original documents will be verified at the time of interview.
The interview call letters will be issued only to shortlisted candidates.
KVK Idukki Recruitment 2026 For 3 Assistant, Driver & Skilled Support Staff Posts [CLOSED]
ICAR – Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Idukki, Kerala, under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India, has released a recruitment notification for 03 posts of Assistant, Driver, and Skilled Support Staff. Candidates with qualifications as per respective post requirements can apply for these positions. This recruitment offers an opportunity to work in the agricultural extension sector under a central government institute. The selection process will be conducted as per ICAR-KVK norms, including written/trade tests and interview. Applications are invited through offline mode only. The last date to submit the application form is 03 May 2026.
KVK Babhaleshwar Recruitment 2026 For Subject Matter Specialist, Sr Scientist-cum-Head and Other Posts [CLOSED]
Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Babhaleshwar, District Ahilyanagar, functioning under the ICAR plan scheme through PIRENS, has released a recruitment notification for two key agricultural science positions for the year 2026. The vacancies include Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection) and Sr. Scientist-cum-Head. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for candidates with strong academic and research background in Agricultural Sciences to work in a reputed agricultural extension institution in Maharashtra. The selection will be made through Direct Recruitment based on screening of applications and interview. There will be no competitive written examination. Eligible candidates must apply offline before the closing date.