Overview
Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat - 785013 has released a recruitment notification for the post of Senior Scientist and Head, Subject Matter Specialist, Farm Manager, Programme Assistant (Lab. Technician), Programme Assistant (Computer), Assistant, Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, Supporting Staff - Grade I (33 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat - 785013
- Qualification
- Eligibility requirements, including educational qualification and experience, vary by post. Only Indian citizens can apply. Candidates who are permanent residents of Assam should apply only for posts other than Senior Scientist and Head (Sl. No. 1).
- Vacancies
- 33
- Advertisement No
- 2/2026
Eligibility
Eligibility requirements, including educational qualification and experience, vary by post. Only Indian citizens can apply. Candidates who are permanent residents of Assam should apply only for posts other than Senior Scientist and Head (Sl. No. 1).
Age Limit
Post(s): Maximum Upper Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026) Senior Scientist-cum-Head: 47 years Subject Matter Specialist, Programme Assistant (Lab. Technician), Programme Assistant (Computer), Farm Manager: 38 years Assistant, Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, Supporting Staff: 40 years • There is no upper age limit for in-service candidates of AAU. • Age relaxation for reserved categories will be as per the norms of the Govt. of Assam.
Salary
Post Name: Initial Pay Senior Scientist and Head: Rs. 1,31,400/- (Level 13A in Pay Matrix, 7th Pay, ICAR norms) Subject Matter Specialist (T6): Rs. 56,100/- (Level 10 in Pay Matrix, 7th Pay, ICAR norms) Farm Manager (T4): Rs. 35,400/- (Level 6 in Pay Matrix, 7th Pay, ICAR norms) Programme Assistant - Lab. Technician (T4): Rs. 35,400/- (Level 6 in Pay Matrix, 7th Pay, ICAR norms) Programme Assistant - Computer (T4): Rs. 35,400/- (Level 6 in Pay Matrix, 7th Pay, ICAR norms) Assistant: Rs. 35,400/- (Level 6 in Pay Matrix, 7th Pay, ICAR norms) Stenographer Grade-III: Rs. 25,500/- (Level 4 in Pay Matrix, 7th Pay, ICAR norms) Driver (T1): Rs. 21,700/- (Level 3 in Pay Matrix, 7th Pay, ICAR norms) Supporting Staff - Grade I: Rs. 18,000/- (Level 3 in Pay Matrix, 7th Pay, ICAR norms)
Application Fee
• General/OBC Candidates: Rs. 1,000/- • SC/ST/PWD Candidates: Rs. 500/- The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online along with the application. No offline fee payment mode is mentioned in the notification.
Selection Process
The official notification does not specify a detailed selection process (such as written exam pattern or interview stages) for most posts. The only assessment detail mentioned is for the post of Stenographer Grade-III, where candidates will be given a dictation test in English at 80 w.p.m. for 10 minutes and will need to transcribe the matter on computer within 50 minutes. For all other posts, the selection process is not specified in the official notification.
How to Apply
• Visit the official AAU recruitment portal at https://online.aau.ac.in/kvk-recruitment-2-2026/. • Applications can be submitted online from 27.07.2026. • Fill in the application form in the prescribed online format. • Pay the non-refundable application fee online (Rs. 1,000/- for General/OBC, Rs. 500/- for SC/ST/PWD). • Submit the application on or before the last date, 26.08.2026.
Required Documents
The official notification does not list specific documents required at the time of application. Candidates are advised to check the detailed instructions on the official AAU website and application portal once the online form is live.
Important Instructions
• In-service candidates must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their parent Department/Organization. • Candidates who are permanent residents of Assam should apply only for posts other than Senior Scientist and Head (Sl. No. 1). • There is no upper age limit for in-service candidates of AAU. • Age relaxation for reserved categories will be as per Govt. of Assam norms. • Canvassing directly or indirectly for the post will be treated as disqualification. • Full details on the number of posts and eligibility criteria are available on the AAU website, www.aau.ac.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the application fee?
• General/OBC Candidates: Rs. 1,000/- • SC/ST/PWD Candidates: Rs. 500/- The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online along with the application. No offline fee payment mode is mentioned in the notification.
What is the age limit?
Post(s): Maximum Upper Age Limit (as on 01.01.2026) Senior Scientist-cum-Head: 47 years Subject Matter Specialist, Programme Assistant (Lab. Technician), Programme Assistant (Computer), Farm Manager: 38 years Assistant, Stenographer Grade-III, Driver, Supporting Staff: 40 years • There is no upper age limit for in-service candidates of AAU. • Age relaxation for reserved categories will be as per the norms of the Govt. of Assam.
What is the selection process?
The official notification does not specify a detailed selection process (such as written exam pattern or interview stages) for most posts. The only assessment detail mentioned is for the post of Stenographer Grade-III, where candidates will be given a dictation test in English at 80 w.p.m. for 10 minutes and will need to transcribe the matter on computer within 50 minutes. For all other posts, the selection process is not specified in the official notification.