📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
MPKV Recruitment 2026 – At a Glance
- Recruiting Body: Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri (MPKV), Maharashtra
- Advertisement No: PIP/DBT/SRF/FL/Chickpea Noti./1004/2026
- Total Vacancies: 2
- Post Names: Senior Research Fellow (1), Field Labour (1)
- Employment Nature: Contractual / Project-Based (DBT-Funded Chickpea Research Project). These are not regular sanctioned government cadre posts and do not carry lifetime pension or permanent government job security.
- Application Mode: Offline (Send completed application form by Speed Post / Registered Post to the address specified in the notification)
- Last Date to Submit Application: 27 October 2026
- Selection Process: Interview (no written examination specified)
- Application Fee: Not stated in the notification
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale
| Post Designation | Vacancies | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 1 | Not Stated | Rs. 42,000 + 9% HRA |
| Field Labour | 1 | Not Stated | Rs. 18,000 + 9% HRA |
| Total | 2 | — | — |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
- Senior Research Fellow: Ph.D. or M.Sc. (Agriculture) in the discipline of Genetics and Plant Breeding, Seed Technology, or Plant Physiology from a recognized university.
- Field Labour: B.Sc. (Agriculture / Horticulture / Food Science) from a recognized university.
Selection Process & Screening Clause
- Selection will be based on an Interview conducted by the selection committee of MPKV, Rahuri.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview on the date and venue specified in the official notification.
- No written examination or skill test is mentioned in this notification.
- No TA/DA (Travel Allowance / Dearness Allowance) will be paid to candidates for appearing in the interview.
How to Apply (Offline Application Process)
- Download the official notification PDF and application format from the MPKV official website: mpkv.ac.in
- Carefully fill the application form with all correct personal, educational, and project-related details.
- Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents including photograph, signature, ID proof, and qualification certificates.
- Check all information before submission to avoid disqualification.
- Send the completed application form along with enclosures to the address mentioned in the notification via Speed Post or Registered Post.
- Ensure the application reaches the designated office on or before 27 October 2026.
- Retain a photocopy of the submitted application for your personal records.
Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates
- Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
- All Degree, Post Graduate Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications)
- Self-Attested Copies of All Qualification Certificates (Ph.D., M.Sc., B.Sc. as applicable)
- Recent Passport-Size Photographs and Signature
- Valid Government-Issued Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
- Experience / Research Work Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable)
Official Links for MPKV Recruitment 2026
- Download MPKV Senior Research Fellow & Field Labour Official Notification PDF
- Visit Official MPKV Website – mpkv.ac.in
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q1. What is the last date to submit the MPKV application form?
- The last date to receive the offline application form at the designated MPKV office is 27 October 2026. Applications received after this date will not be considered.
- Q2. Is the MPKV application online or offline?
- The MPKV Senior Research Fellow and Field Labour application is offline only. Candidates must download the application format from mpkv.ac.in, fill it, and send it via Speed Post / Registered Post to the address given in the notification.
- Q3. What is the salary for MPKV SRF and Field Labour posts?
- Senior Research Fellow will receive Rs. 42,000 per month plus 9% HRA. Field Labour will receive Rs. 18,000 per month plus 9% HRA.
- Q4. Is this a permanent government job?
- No. These are contractual / project-based positions funded under a DBT (Department of Biotechnology) funded Chickpea research project at MPKV. They do not offer permanent government cadre status, lifetime pension, or post-retirement benefits.
- Q5. What is the selection process for MPKV Recruitment 2026?
- The selection will be based on an Interview conducted by the selection committee. No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for appearing in the interview.
- Q6. What is the official website of MPKV for downloading the notification?
- The official notification PDF is available at: MPKV SRF & Field Labour Official Notification PDF. The MPKV website is mpkv.ac.in.