Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology (ANDUAT), Kumarganj, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh is recruiting 9 Professor positions across multiple departments including Food Science & Nutrition, Fruit Science, Post Harvest Technology, Floriculture & Landscaping, Soil & Water Conservation Engineering, Irrigation & Drainage Engineering, Fisheries Extension, and Fisheries Resource Management. Applications are invited through offline mode under Advertisement No. 13/2026.
Overview
This recruitment drive aims to fill 9 full-time, temporary Professor positions at various colleges under ANDUAT. The positions are spread across the College of Community Science, College of Horticulture & Forestry, Mahamaya College of Agricultural Engineering & Technology (Ambedkarnagar), and College of Fisheries. Candidates with advanced qualifications and substantial research and teaching experience are encouraged to apply.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application form download link availability | 3 November 2026 |
| Application submission deadline | 5 December 2026 (5:00 PM) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹1,500 |
| SC / ST / PWD | ₹750 |
| Applicants of Advertisement No. 1/2025 | Exempted |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Positions |
|---|---|
| Professor (Food Science & Nutrition) | 1 |
| Professor (Fruit Science) | 2 |
| Professor (Post Harvest Technology) | 1 |
| Professor (Floriculture & Landscaping) | 1 |
| Professor (Soil & Water Conservation Engineering) | 1 |
| Professor (Irrigation & Drainage Engineering) | 1 |
| Professor (Fisheries Extension, Economics and Statistics) | 1 |
| Professor (Fisheries Resource Management) | 1 |
| Total | 9 |
Eligibility
Candidates applying for Professor positions must meet the following criteria:
- Educational Qualification: Master's degree with at least 55% marks in the relevant discipline. Ph.D. in the concerned, allied, or relevant discipline is mandatory.
- Research Publications: Minimum 10 research publications in the field.
- Teaching/Research Experience: Minimum 10 years of teaching or research experience, with at least 2 years served as Associate Professor or equivalent position.
- Research Score: Minimum research score of 120 as per UGC norms.
- Age Limit: Minimum 18 years of age as on 5 December 2026.
Each post has specific discipline requirements. For example, the Food Science & Nutrition position requires a Master's degree in Home Science, Community Science, Food Nutrition and Dietetics, or related specializations. Candidates are advised to review the detailed qualification criteria for their chosen position in the official notification PDF.
Alternative routes for outstanding professionals and CGIAR scientists may be considered as per university guidelines.
How to Apply
- Visit the official ANDUAT website to access the recruitment portal.
- Download the application form from 3 November 2026 onwards using the provided link.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details.
- Attach all required documents including educational certificates, Ph.D. confirmation, list of research publications, proof of experience, and other supporting materials.
- Print the completed application form and send it via post or hand delivery to: Director, Administration and Monitoring, Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya, 224 229 (Uttar Pradesh), India.
- Ensure your application reaches the university office by 5:00 PM on 5 December 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Salary
Selected candidates will be placed on Academic Scale Level 14 (7th Central Pay Commission) with a rationalized entry pay of ₹1,44,200 per month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the application deadline?
The offline application must reach the university by 5:00 PM on 5 December 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.
What is the application fee?
General category (UR/OBC/EWS) candidates must pay ₹1,500, while SC/ST/PWD candidates pay ₹750. Candidates who applied for Advertisement No. 1/2025 are exempted from the fee.
What are the key eligibility requirements?
Candidates must hold a Master's degree with 55% marks, Ph.D., minimum 10 research publications, 10+ years of teaching/research experience, at least 2 years as Associate Professor, and a research score of 120.
How many positions are available?
Nine Professor positions are available across specializations in Food Science, Horticulture, Agricultural Engineering, and Fisheries disciplines.
What is the pay scale?
Selected professors will be placed at Academic Scale Level 14 (7th CPC) with an entry pay of ₹1,44,200.
When can I download the application form?
The application form download link will be available on the ANDUAT official website from 3 November 2026.
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