Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya (ANDUAT), Uttar Pradesh has announced a recruitment notification for the position of Professor. A total of 9 vacancies are available, and the last date to apply is 5 December 2026.
Acharya Narendra Deva University Professor Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Organization | Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya (ANDUAT), Uttar Pradesh |
| Post Name | Professor (Food Science & Nutrition), Professor (Fruit Science), Professor (Post Harvest Technology) and 5 more |
| Advt No | 13/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 9 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | Kumarganj, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | nduat.org |
Important Dates
The following are the key dates for the recruitment process.
| Link available for downloading the application form from university website | 3 November 2026 |
| Closing date for submission of application form (must reach by 5.00 PM) | 5 December 2026 |
Application Fee
Candidates are required to pay the following application fees based on their category.
| Category | Application Fee |
| UR / OBC / EWS | Rs. 1500 |
| SC / ST / PWD | Rs. 750 |
| Applicants of previous Advertisement No. 1/2025 | Exempted |
Age Limit
The minimum age limit for applicants is 18 years as on 5 December 2026.
| Post | Age Limit |
| All Posts | Minimum 18 years |
Vacancy Details
The following table outlines the distribution of vacancies across various posts.
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
| Professor (Food Science & Nutrition) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Professor (Fruit Science) | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Professor (Post Harvest Technology) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Professor (Floriculture & Landscaping) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Professor (Soil & Water Conservation Engineering) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Professor (Irrigation & Drainage Engineering) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Professor (Fisheries Extension, Economics and Statistics) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Professor (Fisheries Resource Management) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates applying for the Professor positions must hold a Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks and a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline. Additionally, they should have a minimum of 10 years of teaching or research experience, including 2 years as an Associate Professor or equivalent, along with at least 10 research publications and a research score of 120. Alternative routes for outstanding professionals and CGIAR scientists are also available.
| Post | Qualification |
| Professor (Food Science & Nutrition) | Master’s degree in Home Science / Community Science / Food Nutrition and Dietetics with specialization in Food Science and Nutrition / Food Nutrition & Dietetics / Food Policies and Public Health Nutrition, with Ph.D. and experience as advertised |
| Professor (Fruit Science) | Master’s degree in Fruit Science / Pomology / Horticulture with specialization in Fruit Science / Fruit Crop Improvement & Genetic Resources / Fruit Tree Nutrition, with Ph.D. and experience as advertised |
| Professor (Post Harvest Technology) | Master’s degree in Post-Harvest Management / Technology / Horticulture with specialization in Post-Harvest Technology, with Ph.D. and experience as advertised |
| Professor (Floriculture & Landscaping) | Master’s degree in Floriculture and Landscaping / Horticulture or Agriculture with specialization as advertised |
| Professor (Soil & Water Conservation Engineering) | Master’s degree in Soil and Water Conservation Engineering / Agricultural Engineering with specialization as advertised |
| Professor (Irrigation & Drainage Engineering) | Master’s degree in Irrigation and Drainage Engineering / Agricultural Engineering with specialization as advertised |
| Professor (Fisheries Extension, Economics and Statistics) | Master’s degree in Fisheries Extension / Fisheries Economics / Statistics with specialization as advertised |
| Professor (Fisheries Resource Management) | Master’s degree in Fisheries Resource Management / Fisheries Science with specialization as advertised |
Salary and Pay Scale
The selected candidates will receive a salary in the Academic Scale Level 14 (7th CPC) with a rationalized entry pay of Rs. 1,44,200.
| Post | Pay Scale |
| All Posts | Academic Scale Level 14 (7th CPC) with rationalized entry pay of Rs. 1,44,200 |
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of screening applications based on the Academic/Research Score and an interview.
- Screening of applications based on Academic/Research Score.
- Interview of shortlisted candidates.
How to Apply
Candidates must follow these steps to apply for the positions.
- Download the application form from the university website www.nduat.org.
- Attach a Demand Draft of the fee in favour of Comptroller, ANDUAT, payable at SBI, ANDUAT, branch PITHLA (06925).
- Enclose the required documents and two self-addressed envelopes with Rs. 56/- postage stamp.
- Write the post, serial number of post, advertisement number and last date on top of the envelope.
- Send the application by Registered/Speed Post to Director, Administration and Monitoring, ANDUAT, Kumarganj, Ayodhya, 224 229 (U.P.); it must reach by 5 December 2026, 5.00 PM.
- If employed, apply through the proper channel; this copy must reach within 30 days after the closing date, with an advance copy allowed.
Are freshers eligible?
Freshers are not eligible for the Professor positions as a minimum of 10 years of teaching or research experience is required, including 2 years as an Associate Professor or equivalent.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply for the positions is 5 December 2026.
What is the application fee?
The application fee is Rs. 1500 for UR / OBC / EWS candidates and Rs. 750 for SC / ST / PWD candidates.
What is the eligibility criteria?
Candidates must have a Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks and a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline, along with 10 years of teaching/research experience.
How will the selection be made?
Selection will be based on the screening of applications and an interview.
How to apply for the recruitment?
Candidates can apply offline by downloading the application form from the official website and sending it to the specified address.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: आचार्य नरेंद्र देव कृषि एवं प्रौद्योगिकी विश्वविद्यालय, कुमर्गंज, अयोध्या
- पद: प्रोफेसर
- कुल पद: 9
- योग्यता: मास्टर डिग्री और पीएच.डी.
- आयु सीमा: न्यूनतम 18 वर्ष
- अंतिम तिथि: 5 दिसंबर 2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑफलाइन, पंजीकृत/स्पीड पोस्ट द्वारा
| Acharya Narendra Deva University Professor Recruitment 2026 – Important Links | |
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| Download ANDUAT notification PDF | Click Here |
| Application form for ANDUAT Recruitment 2026 | Click Here |
