Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya (ANDUAT), Uttar Pradesh, has invited applications for 15 posts in 12 roles under Advt No. 15/2026. The posts include Assistant Professor (Aquatic Environment Management), Assistant Professor (Aquaculture), Assistant Professor (Fisheries Processing Technology), Assistant Professor (Fisheries Resource Management) and 8 more. Applications are to be sent offline and must reach the organisation by 5 December 2026.
The posts are for College of Fisheries, College of Horticulture & Forestry, Mahamaya College of Agricultural Engineering & Technology, Ambedkarnagar. Qualification required: Master's degree in the concerned discipline with at least 55% marks plus NET/SLET/SET, or Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016; or Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked in the top 500 (QS/THE/ARWU). Basic qualification B.F.Sc., B.Sc. Horticulture/Agriculture, B.Sc. (PCM/PCB/ZBC) or BE/B.Tech. with 55% as per post. The pay is 7th CPC Academic Scale Level 10, rationalized entry pay Rs.57,700. The application fee is Rs. 1500 for UR/OBC & EWS. Selection is by phase-I shortlisting: Academic Score (100) as per Table 3A of UGC Regulation 2018 plus Written Test for Assessment of domain Knowledge (40) and phase-II: Presentation (20) and Interview (10); final selection solely on Phase-II performance. Post-wise eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 5 December 2026
- Vacancies: 15, in 12 roles
- How to apply: Offline, by post or in person as the notification says
- Fee: UR/OBC & EWS: Rs. 1500; SC/ST & PWD: Rs. 750; Applicants of previous Advertisement No. 3/2025: Exempted
- Pay: 7th CPC Academic Scale Level 10, rationalized entry pay Rs.57,700
- Age limit: 18 to 40 years (as on last date of submission of application form)
- Places: College of Fisheries, College of Horticulture & Forestry, Mahamaya College of Agricultural Engineering & Technology, Ambedkarnagar
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ANDUAT Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya (ANDUAT), Uttar Pradesh |
| Post Name | Assistant Professor (Aquatic Environment Management), Assistant Professor (Aquaculture), Assistant Professor (Fisheries Processing Technology) and 9 more |
| No of Posts | 15 |
| Advt No | 15/2026 |
| Job Type | Full Time, Temporary |
| Pay | 7th CPC Academic Scale Level 10, rationalized entry pay Rs.57,700 |
| Place of Posting | College of Fisheries, College of Horticulture & Forestry, Mahamaya College of Agricultural Engineering & Technology, Ambedkarnagar |
| Qualification | Master's degree in the concerned discipline with at least 55% marks plus NET/SLET/SET, or Ph.D. as per UGC Regulations 2009/2016; or Ph.D. from a foreign university ranked in the top 500 (QS/THE/ARWU). Basic qualification B.F.Sc., B.Sc. Horticulture/Agriculture, B.Sc. (PCM/PCB/ZBC) or BE/B.Tech. with 55% as per post. |
| Age Limit | 18 to 40 years (as on last date of submission of application form) |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 5 December 2026 |
| Send Application To | Director, Administration and Monitoring, Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya, 224 229 (U.P.) India |
ANDUAT Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. 15/2026 gives the full conditions for each post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Download ANDUAT notification PDF
Vacancy Details, Age Limit and Pay
| Post | Posts | Age Limit | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Aquatic Environment Management) | 2 | 18 to 40 years | Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700 |
| Assistant Professor (Aquaculture) | 1 | 18 to 40 years | Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700 |
| Assistant Professor (Fisheries Processing Technology) | 1 | 18 to 40 years | Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700 |
| Assistant Professor (Fisheries Resource Management) | 1 | 18 to 40 years | Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700 |
| Assistant Professor (Post Harvest Technology) | 2 | 18 to 40 years | Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700 |
| Assistant Professor (Floriculture & Landscaping) | 2 | 18 to 40 years | Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700 |
| Assistant Professor (Vegetable Science) | 1 | 18 to 40 years | Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700 |
| Assistant Professor (Basic Engineering & Applied Sciences - Chemistry) | 1 | 18 to 40 years | Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700 |
| Assistant Professor (Basic Engineering & Applied Sciences - Civil Engineering) | 1 | 18 to 40 years | Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700 |
| Assistant Professor (Soil and Water Conservation Engineering) | 1 | 18 to 40 years | Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700 |
| Assistant Professor (Process and Food Engineering) | 1 | 18 to 40 years | Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700 |
| Assistant Professor (Irrigation and Drainage Engineering) | 1 | 18 to 40 years | Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700 |
| Total | 15 |
Category-wise Vacancies
| Post | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Aquatic Environment Management) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Assistant Professor (Aquaculture) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Fisheries Processing Technology) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Fisheries Resource Management) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Post Harvest Technology) | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Assistant Professor (Floriculture & Landscaping) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Assistant Professor (Vegetable Science) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Basic Engineering & Applied Sciences - Chemistry) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Basic Engineering & Applied Sciences - Civil Engineering) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Soil and Water Conservation Engineering) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Process and Food Engineering) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Professor (Irrigation and Drainage Engineering) | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Age relaxation for all posts: OBC 5 years, SC 5 years, ST 5 years, PWD 5 years.
Who Can Apply for ANDUAT Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Aquatic Environment Management) | B.F.Sc. (4 year) with 55%; M.F.Sc. in Aquatic Environment Management/Fishery Hydrography/Limnology with 55%; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms |
| Assistant Professor (Aquaculture) | B.F.Sc. (4 year) with 55%; M.F.Sc. in Aquaculture/Freshwater Aquaculture/Inland Aquaculture/Mariculture with 55%; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms |
| Assistant Professor (Fisheries Processing Technology) | B.F.Sc. (4 year) with 55%; M.F.Sc. in Fish Processing Technology/Fish Post Harvest Technology with 55%; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms |
| Assistant Professor (Fisheries Resource Management) | B.F.Sc. (4 year) with 55%; M.F.Sc. in Fisheries Resource Management/Fishery Biology with 55%; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms |
| Assistant Professor (Post Harvest Technology) | B.Sc. Horticulture/B.Sc. Agriculture with 55%; Master's in Post-Harvest Management/Technology or Horticulture/Agriculture with specialization in Post-Harvest; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms |
| Assistant Professor (Floriculture & Landscaping) | B.Sc. Horticulture/B.Sc. Agriculture with 55%; Master's in Floriculture and Landscaping or Horticulture/Agriculture with that specialization; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms |
| Assistant Professor (Vegetable Science) | B.Sc. Horticulture/B.Sc. Agriculture with 55%; Master's in Vegetable Science or Horticulture/Agriculture with specialization in Olericulture/Vegetable Improvement/Vegetable Production/Vegetable Science; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. |
| Assistant Professor (Basic Engineering & Applied Sciences - Chemistry) | B.Sc. (PCM/PCB/ZBC Group) in concerned discipline with 55%; Master of Science in Chemistry/Applied Chemistry; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms |
| Assistant Professor (Basic Engineering & Applied Sciences - Civil Engineering) | BE/B.Tech. in concerned discipline with 55%; Master of Technology in Civil Engineering; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms |
| Assistant Professor (Soil and Water Conservation Engineering) | BE/B.Tech. in concerned discipline with 55%; M.Tech. in Soil & Water Conservation Engineering/Irrigation & Drainage or Master's in Agricultural Engineering with related specialization; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. |
| Assistant Professor (Process and Food Engineering) | BE/B.Tech. in concerned discipline with 55%; M.Tech. in Processing & Food Engineering or Master's in Agricultural Engineering with that specialization; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. |
| Assistant Professor (Irrigation and Drainage Engineering) | BE/B.Tech. in concerned discipline with 55%; M.Tech. in Soil & Water Conservation Engineering/Irrigation & Drainage Engineering or Master's in Agricultural Engineering with related specialization; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. |
Other conditions:
- Only Indian nationals may apply
- Horizontal reservation applied as per Uttar Pradesh State Government rules
- 5% marks relaxation at Graduate and Masters level for SC/ST/Differently-abled/OBC (Non-creamy layer) as per UGC Gazette dated 11 July 2016
- No fee concession for SC/ST candidates of other states
- Eligibility determined with regard to the closing date 05.12.2026
Who Cannot Apply for ANDUAT Recruitment 2026
- Persons convicted by any Court of Law or with criminal proceedings pending
- Persons who married a person having a spouse living, or married again while having a spouse living (unless exempted)
- Persons who are not citizens of India
- Holders of degrees from institutions declared fake by UGC
- Persons disqualified for appointment by Government of India/DARE/ICAR
Post-wise Details
Assistant Professor (Aquatic Environment Management) (2 posts)
Qualification required: B.F.Sc. (4 year) with 55%; M.F.Sc. in Aquatic Environment Management/Fishery Hydrography/Limnology with 55%; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms. Age limit: 18 to 40 years. Pay: Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700.
Assistant Professor (Aquaculture) (1 post)
Qualification required: B.F.Sc. (4 year) with 55%; M.F.Sc. in Aquaculture/Freshwater Aquaculture/Inland Aquaculture/Mariculture with 55%; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms. Age limit: 18 to 40 years. Pay: Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700.
Assistant Professor (Fisheries Processing Technology) (1 post)
Qualification required: B.F.Sc. (4 year) with 55%; M.F.Sc. in Fish Processing Technology/Fish Post Harvest Technology with 55%; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms. Age limit: 18 to 40 years. Pay: Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700.
Assistant Professor (Fisheries Resource Management) (1 post)
Qualification required: B.F.Sc. (4 year) with 55%; M.F.Sc. in Fisheries Resource Management/Fishery Biology with 55%; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms. Age limit: 18 to 40 years. Pay: Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700.
Assistant Professor (Post Harvest Technology) (2 posts)
Qualification required: B.Sc. Horticulture/B.Sc. Agriculture with 55%; Master's in Post-Harvest Management/Technology or Horticulture/Agriculture with specialization in Post-Harvest; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms. Age limit: 18 to 40 years. Pay: Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700.
Assistant Professor (Floriculture & Landscaping) (2 posts)
Qualification required: B.Sc. Horticulture/B.Sc. Agriculture with 55%; Master's in Floriculture and Landscaping or Horticulture/Agriculture with that specialization; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms. Age limit: 18 to 40 years. Pay: Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700.
Assistant Professor (Vegetable Science) (1 post)
Qualification required: B.Sc. Horticulture/B.Sc. Agriculture with 55%; Master's in Vegetable Science or Horticulture/Agriculture with specialization in Olericulture/Vegetable Improvement/Vegetable Production/Vegetable Science; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. Age limit: 18 to 40 years. Pay: Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700.
Assistant Professor (Basic Engineering & Applied Sciences - Chemistry) (1 post)
Qualification required: B.Sc. (PCM/PCB/ZBC Group) in concerned discipline with 55%; Master of Science in Chemistry/Applied Chemistry; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms. Age limit: 18 to 40 years. Pay: Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700.
Assistant Professor (Basic Engineering & Applied Sciences - Civil Engineering) (1 post)
Qualification required: BE/B.Tech. in concerned discipline with 55%; Master of Technology in Civil Engineering; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. as per UGC norms. Age limit: 18 to 40 years. Pay: Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700.
Assistant Professor (Soil and Water Conservation Engineering) (1 post)
Qualification required: BE/B.Tech. in concerned discipline with 55%; M.Tech. in Soil & Water Conservation Engineering/Irrigation & Drainage or Master's in Agricultural Engineering with related specialization; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. Age limit: 18 to 40 years. Pay: Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700.
Assistant Professor (Process and Food Engineering) (1 post)
Qualification required: BE/B.Tech. in concerned discipline with 55%; M.Tech. in Processing & Food Engineering or Master's in Agricultural Engineering with that specialization; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. Age limit: 18 to 40 years. Pay: Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700.
Assistant Professor (Irrigation and Drainage Engineering) (1 post)
Qualification required: BE/B.Tech. in concerned discipline with 55%; M.Tech. in Soil & Water Conservation Engineering/Irrigation & Drainage Engineering or Master's in Agricultural Engineering with related specialization; NET/SLET/SET or Ph.D. Age limit: 18 to 40 years. Pay: Academic Scale (Level 10) with rationalized entry pay of Rs.57,700.
Pay and Terms of Engagement
- Posts to be filled on regular basis; posts are temporary but likely to continue
- Service conditions including pay matrix level and superannuation as per Government of Uttar Pradesh rules
- Appointment provisional until caste certificate and character and antecedents are verified
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR/OBC & EWS | Rs. 1500 |
| SC/ST & PWD | Rs. 750 |
| Applicants of previous Advertisement No. 3/2025 | Exempted |
Payment mode: Demand Draft in favour of Comptroller, ANDUAT, Kumarganj, Ayodhya-224 229 payable at SBI, ANDUAT, branch PITHLA (06925).
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 3 November 2026 |
| Link available for downloading the application form | 3 November 2026 |
| Closing date for submission of application form (up to 5.00 PM) | 5 December 2026 |
How Will ANDUAT Select Candidates?
- Phase-I shortlisting: Academic Score (100) as per Table 3A of UGC Regulation 2018 plus Written Test for Assessment of domain Knowledge (40)
- Phase-II: Presentation (20) and Interview (10); final selection solely on Phase-II performance
- Phase-I: Graduation up to 15, Post Graduation up to 25, M.Phil. up to 7, Ph.D. 30, NET with JRF 7, NET 5, SLET/SET 3
- Phase-I: Research publications up to 10 (2 marks each), teaching/post-doctoral experience up to 10 (2 marks per year), awards up to 3
- Phase-I: Written Test for Assessment of domain Knowledge 40 marks; screening on 140 marks
- Phase-II: Presentation 20 marks and Interview 10 marks; final selection solely on Phase-II (30 marks)
- A high level committee will review the API Score before issuing interview call letters
ANDUAT Exam Pattern 2026
| Part / Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Phase-I | Written Test for Assessment of domain Knowledge | 40 |
| Phase-II | Presentation | 20 |
| Phase-II | Interview | 10 |
Documents to Enclose
- Recent passport size photographs
- Certificates and mark sheets of qualifications
- Experience certificate, caste certificate, PWD certificate (if any)
- Registration certificate from VCI/State Veterinary Council
- Proof of age
- Demand Draft of the fee and two self-addressed envelopes with Rs. 56/- postage stamps
How to Apply for ANDUAT Recruitment 2026 Offline
- Download the prescribed 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 all requisite documents and two self-addressed envelopes with Rs. 56/- postage stamps.
- Write 'Application Form for the post of ..., serial no of post ... (Ref: Advt. No. ... and Last date ...)' on top of the envelope.
- Send by Registered/Speed Post only to Director, Administration and Monitoring, ANDUAT, Kumarganj, Ayodhya, 224 229 (U.P.); must reach by 05.12.2026 up to 5.00 PM.
- Employed persons apply through proper channel; proper-channel copy must reach within 30 days after the closing date.
Other Points to Note
- Applicants of previous Advertisement No. 3/2025 are exempted from fee and can upgrade their application by giving the previous application reference
- Upper age limit of Advertisement No. 3/2025 applicants calculated as per that advertisement
- Separate application, envelope and fee for each post or category
- No travel expenses paid for attending the interview
- Shortlists and corrigenda published only on www.nduat.org
ANDUAT Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download ANDUAT notification PDF |
| Application Form | Application form for ANDUAT Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit ANDUAT official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology, Kumarganj, Ayodhya, Advertisement No. 15/2026, dated 3 November 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.
