VNMKV Young Professional-I and Senior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 for 7 PostsOut

• All Young Professional-I roles require B.Sc. (Agriculture) or a Diploma in Agriculture.
• The Senior Research Fellow role requires M.Sc. (Agriculture) or Ph.D. (Agriculture) in Entomology; cotton entomology experience and computer knowledge are desirable.
• For YP-I Program 1.2.3, desirable credentials include higher studies in a relevant discipline, breeding or physiology experience, and computer knowledge.
• For YP-I Program 2.1, higher studies in Agronomy or Soil Science, cotton-related work experience, and computer knowledge are desirable.
• For YP-I Program 6.1, Activity 1, cotton entomology experience and computer knowledge are desirable.
• For YP-I Program 6.1, Activity 3, higher studies in relevant Agronomy or Extension Education, cotton-related work experience, and computer knowledge are desirable.

• Read Advertisement No. CRS/1081/2026 and use the application format provided in Annexure I.
• Complete the form, add a photograph and attach self-attested scanned copies of the required documents, along with the current employer's no objection certificate as listed in the notice.
• Submit the application in person at the Office of the Cotton Research Station, Degloor Road, Bafna T Point, Nanded 431 604.
• Ensure submission by 5:00 PM on 16 November 2026.
• Use a separate application for each post if applying for multiple positions.
• If shortlisted, attend the interview with recent bio-data in the prescribed format and original documents.

Recruitment at Cotton Research Station, Nanded

VNMKV has announced seven project-based vacancies under Advertisement No. CRS/1081/2026, dated 5 November 2026. The recruitment covers six Young Professional-I positions across four programme/activity roles and one Senior Research Fellow position. All appointments are at Cotton Research Station, Nanded, and are temporary and contractual.

Eligibility and engagement terms

Applicants for Young Professional-I need a B.Sc. in Agriculture or a Diploma in Agriculture. The SRF role requires M.Sc. (Agriculture) or Ph.D. (Agriculture) in Entomology. Desirable experience varies by role and includes breeding, physiology, cotton work or cotton entomology. Computer knowledge is desirable across the listed roles. The stated age range is 21 to 45 years, with relaxation governed by applicable rules.

Young Professional-I positions offer fixed pay of Rs. 30,000, and the SRF position offers Rs. 37,000 plus HRA. Engagement can continue only up to 31 March 2027 or the project's termination, whichever happens first. These appointments do not create a claim to regular employment or absorption in the university or State Government.

Submitting the application

• Use Annexure I, complete the prescribed details and include a photograph.
• Enclose self-attested scanned copies of the required documents and the current employer's no objection certificate listed in the notice.
• Submit the application in person to the Office of the Cotton Research Station, Degloor Road, Bafna T Point, Nanded 431 604.
• Complete submission by 5:00 PM on 16 November 2026. Anyone seeking more than one post must submit separate applications.

Shortlisting and interview requirements

The selection process considers academic qualifications, experience, publications, achievements and awards before an interview. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted through email, WhatsApp or a phone call. They must bring recent bio-data in the prescribed format and original documents for verification. No TA/DA will be paid for interview attendance.

Canvassing leads to disqualification, and false claims can result in rejection. The university retains the authority to withdraw or cancel positions or make no selection even after interviews.