Navsari Agricultural University Recruitment 2026: 5 SRF Posts

Navsari Agricultural University has released an official recruitment notification for 5 vacancies of Senior Research Fellow and Contractual Staff in the Department of Entomology. Candidates holding a B.Sc., M.Sc., or Ph.D. in Agriculture or Entomology can apply offline. The last date to submit the application form is 07 October 2026.

Navsari Agricultural University Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview

The Department of Entomology at N. M. College of Agriculture, Navsari Agricultural University (NAU), Navsari invites offline applications for temporary and contractual research positions under Plan and Other Agency schemes. The key recruitment highlights are summarized below:

Important Dates

Candidates must track the timeline for offline application submission and selection events:

Vacancy Details and Eligibility Criteria

A total of 5 temporary positions are available under various Plan and Other Agency research projects in the Department of Entomology:

Educational Qualification

All qualifying degree programmes must be completed from an ICAR or UGC recognized University or Institute:

• Senior Research Fellow (SRF): M.Sc. (Agri.) or M.Sc. (Horti.) in the discipline of Entomology, OR Ph.D. degree in Entomology.
• Contractual Staff (Category 1 - Rs. 20,000 per month): B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture OR currently pursuing M.Sc. (Agri.) in Entomology.
• Contractual Staff (Category 2 - Rs. 25,000 per month): M.Sc. (Agri.) in the discipline of Entomology OR currently pursuing Ph.D. degree in Entomology.

Age Limit (as on cutoff date)

Candidates must comply with the age standards specified in the official notification:

• Maximum Age for Male Candidates: 35 years
• Maximum Age for Female Candidates: 40 years
• Age Relaxation: Upper age limit is relaxable for SC, ST, and OBC candidates as per Government of India rules.

Salary, Emoluments and Application Fee

Monthly Salary Structure

Appointed candidates will receive fixed monthly emoluments according to their qualifications and project norms:

Appointment Conditions: All positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with their respective projects. Appointees have no right to claim regular employment or permanent absorption at Navsari Agricultural University. Services can be discontinued by giving one week notice on administrative grounds or by the appointee. No TA or DA is admissible for attending the interview.

Application Fee

No application fee is charged by Navsari Agricultural University for submitting applications under this recruitment notice.

Selection Process

The recruitment for Senior Research Fellow and Contractual Staff positions involves a transparent, merit-based selection framework:

1. Receipt and Scrutiny of Applications: Offline applications received by the due date are examined for minimum educational qualifications, recognized university accreditation, age limits, and completeness of submitted documents.
2. Shortlisting: Eligible applicants matching the specific project requirements are shortlisted and called for the personal interview.
3. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates appear before the university selection committee to assess technical knowledge of Entomology, field experimentation skills, and research aptitude.
4. Document Verification: Original academic degrees, mark sheets, proof of date of birth, category certificates, research publications, awards, and experience testimonials are verified on-site.
5. Final Selection: The interview committee prepares the final merit selection list based on overall performance and academic credentials.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply

Candidates must follow these detailed steps to submit their application before the deadline:

1. Download the official recruitment advertisement along with Annexure-I (Application Form) and Proforma-I (Document Checklist) from the NAU official website or using the direct links below.
2. Print two copies of the application form (Annexure-I) on A4 size paper.
3. Fill in all required fields accurately, including personal details, address, date of birth, category, and educational qualifications from UG to Doctorate level.
4. Mention medals, awards, research papers, booklets, training programmes, extracurricular achievements, and Gujarati language knowledge in the relevant columns.
5. Affix a recent passport-size photograph on each form and sign across it where indicated.
6. Attach self-attested photocopies of all mandatory documents listed in Proforma-I, such as School Leaving Certificate, degree certificates, mark sheets, experience certificates, publications, driving license, and caste certificate.
7. Employed candidates must enclose an official No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their present employer.
8. Submit separate applications if applying for more than one scheme or post designation.
9. Place the two sets of filled forms along with supporting self-attested documents into an envelope and seal it securely.
10. Super-scribe on the sealed envelope: "Application for name of scheme and post".
11. Dispatch the sealed application by registered post, speed post, or hand delivery to:
    
    Professor and Head, Department of Entomology, N. M. College of Agriculture, Navsari Agricultural University, Navsari - 396450, Gujarat.
12. Ensure the application envelope reaches the office on or before 07 October 2026. Late submissions will not be entertained.
13. Candidates attending the interview must carry 7 copies of their brief summary bio-data and all original certificates for verification.

Official Notification PDF and Important Links

Official direct links and document downloads for the Navsari Agricultural University Recruitment 2026 are provided below:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)