KAU Assistant Professor (Contract) Recruitment 2026

Kerala Agricultural University has invited online applications for the selection of Assistant Professor (Contract) in the Department of Agronomy at the College of Agriculture, Padannakkad. Eligible candidates must fill out the Google Form on or before 02.11.2026, 4.00 pm, and appear for the written test and interview on 05.11.2026.

Kerala Agricultural University operates the College of Agriculture at Padannakkad, located in Kasaragod District alongside NH 66 between Nileshwar and Kanhangad. The institution conducts direct recruitment for temporary teaching positions to fulfill academic requirements in agricultural disciplines.

The official notification does not mention any application fee.

A relaxation of 5% shall be allowed at the master's level for the Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribe/ Differently-abled (Physically and visually differently-abled) categories for the purpose of eligibility and for assessing good academic record during direct recruitment to teaching positions, based on only the qualifying marks without including any grace mark procedures. Desirable qualifications include knowledge in Malayalam language to read and write, and a Ph.D. in the relevant subject recognised by Kerala Agricultural University.

Selected candidates will receive a consolidated pay of Rs. 44,100/- per month. The appointment is made on a contract basis for the Department of Agronomy at the College of Agriculture, Padannakkad.

1. Access the notification available on the website www.kau.in/coapad.kau.in.
2. Fill all the fields in the Google Form link provided along with the notification.
3. Submit on or before 02.11.2026, 4.00pm.
4. There is no need to send hard copy of the application or any other document.
5. Prepare a filled-in application form in the attached MS word format, with self-attested copies of proof for age, caste, qualification and experience.
6. Attend the written test/interview on 05.11.2026, 09.30 AM at the College of Agriculture, Padannakkad, along with original certificates for verification.

• Duly filled-in application form in the attached MS word format, with self-attested copies of certificates & mark lists and a passport size photograph
• Aadhar Card of the candidate
• Certificate to prove date of birth
• SSLC/Equivalent
• Degree certificate
• Degree mark list
• Post graduate degree certificate
• Post graduate degree mark list
• Certificate of NET
• Certificates of additional qualifications such as PhD etc
• Certificate of experience in related field, if any
• Scientific publications, other trainings & certifications in the field, if any

• The candidates for the post of Assistant Professor shall not be over 50 years as on 01.01.2026.
• The age limit is relaxable in the case of Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Communities as prescribed in the Kerala State and Subordinate Services Rule 1958 as amended from time to time.
• Interested candidates who applied online are requested to appear for written test/interview as per the schedule with filled-in application (in attached word format), containing self attested copies of proof for age, caste, qualification and experience.
• Original certificates should be produced for verification.
• No separate call letter will be sent to the applicants.
• For further information contact:- Office (9188256616; 0467- 2282699, 2280616).