The Seed Centre of Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), Coimbatore is selecting 2 Interns for its internship programme on 'Seed Entrepreneurship Development (SEED)' under the ICAR-MSP-Revolving Fund scheme, for a purely temporary period of 8 months with a stipend of Rs.30,000/p.m. The position is for M.Sc. (Ag) and Ph.D. graduates of Seed Science and Technology Departments of TNAU. The prescribed application form, available from the Office of the Dean, Centre for Students Welfare, TNAU, Coimbatore for Rs.30/-, must be submitted on or before 9.00 am on 12 November 2026, and the walk-in interview is on the same day by 10.00 am at the Office of the Director, Seed Centre, TNAU, Coimbatore.
TNAU Intern at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), Coimbatore |
| Advertisement No. | No. DSC / ICAR-MSP-RF / Seed production / Internship Programme on 'Seed Entrepreneurship Development (SEED)' / Selection of Interns / Walk-in Interview / 2026 dt. 22.10.2026 |
| Department | Seed Centre |
| Project | Internship programme on 'Seed Entrepreneurship Development (SEED)' |
| Scheme | ICAR-MSP-Revolving Fund scheme operating at Seed Centre |
| Tenure | 8 months (purely temporary) |
| Post Name | Intern |
| Vacancies | 2 |
| Pay | Stipend Rs.30,000/p.m. |
| Application Form Cost | Rs.30/- |
| Job Location | Seed Centre, TNAU, Coimbatore |
| Application Mode | Offline, in the prescribed application form, followed by walk-in interview |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 12.11.2026 by 10.00 am (application by 9.00 am the same day) |
The official notification does not specify the age limit.
About the Seed Centre Internship Programme
The circular was issued on 22 October 2026 by the Director, Seed Centre, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore-641 003. The internship falls under the Seed Centre's quality seed production activity, and the programme was approved by the Acting Vice-Chancellor, TNAU, Coimbatore on 20 August 2026. The selected Interns will work on a contractual service basis under the ICAR-MSP-Revolving Fund scheme operating at the Seed Centre.
Who Can Apply
Essential Qualification
M.Sc. (Ag) and Ph.D. graduates of Seed Science and Technology Departments of TNAU.
Desirable
- Interest in organizing seed production and marketing.
- Proficiency in computer application skills (MS Office and IT tools).
Preference will be given to candidates possessing an entrepreneurship skill development attitude. All certificates in original in support of qualification should be produced at the time of interview. The age limit is not specified in the notice. Candidates should check the official notification for the exact eligibility for the post.
Pay and Tenure
- Stipend: Rs.30,000/p.m.
- Modality of payment shall be as per the norms fixed under the programme.
- The position is purely temporary for the period of 8 months, on a contractual service basis.
- An undertaking shall be signed by the Interns selected, regarding the responsibilities of Interns and modalities of the payment of stipend.
How to Apply for TNAU Intern
- Obtain the prescribed application form from the Office of the Dean, Centre for Students Welfare, TNAU, Coimbatore on payment of Rs.30/-.
- Fill in the prescribed application form and attach the relevant certificates.
- Submit the application on or before 9.00 am on 12 November 2026.
- Report for the walk-in interview by 10.00 am on 12 November 2026 at the Office of the Director, Seed Centre, TNAU, Coimbatore.
- Bring all certificates in original in support of qualification for the interview.
The notice does not mention the place where the filled application is to be submitted.
Documents named in the notice
- Prescribed application form
- Relevant certificates, attached to the application
- All certificates in original in support of qualification, at the time of interview
Selection and Interview
The walk-in interview consists of a written test and a personal interview, both on 12 November 2026 at the Office of the Director, Seed Centre, TNAU, Coimbatore.
- Written test: 10.00 to 11.00 am.
- Personal interview: 11.30 am, following the written test.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of circular | 22.10.2026 |
| Last date to submit application | 12.11.2026, on or before 9.00 am |
| Walk-in interview (reporting) | 12.11.2026, by 10.00 am |
| Written test | 12.11.2026, 10.00 to 11.00 am |
| Personal interview | 12.11.2026, 11.30 am |
Important Instructions
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- The interview does not guarantee any appointment.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| TNAU Intern Official Notification PDF | Circular dated 22.10.2026 from the Director, Seed Centre |
| TNAU Official Website | Tamil Nadu Agricultural University website |
