Kerala Agricultural University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Kerala Agricultural University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Kerala Agricultural University (KAU), College of Agriculture, Vellayani, has invited applications for selection as Assistant Professor on daily wage basis in the Department of Floriculture and Landscaping. This article covers the eligibility, remuneration, and how to attend the walk-in interview.

Kerala Agricultural University Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Eligibility Criteria

How to Apply / Attend the Walk-in Interview

1. No advance application is required; interested and eligible candidates should directly appear for the walk-in interview.
2. Report for verification of certificates at 10:00 AM on 23 September 2026.
3. The walk-in interview will be held at 11:00 AM the same day, at the Department of Floriculture and Landscaping, College of Agriculture, Vellayani.
4. Bring original documents and one copy for verification of date of birth, qualification, experience (if any), and other credentials.

Documents to be Presented at the Time of Interview

• Photo ID card of the candidate.
• Certificate to prove date of birth.
• Mark list of Class 10/SSLC.
• Higher Secondary mark list.
• Degree certificate and degree mark list.
• Post Graduate degree certificate and mark list.
• NET Qualifying certificate.
• Certificates of additional qualifications such as Ph.D., if any.
• Certificate of experience in related field, if any.
• Scientific publications, other trainings and certifications in the field, if any.

Terms and Conditions

• The posting is purely temporary for 59 days from the date of joining, or until a regular posting/engagement of Assistant Professor is effected in a centralized manner by the University, or a fresh posting of Assistant Professor (Contract) is effected against the post, whichever is earlier.
• The candidate will have no claim in the University other than to receive the remuneration attached to the post.
• The appointment does not confer any right of permanency or regularization in KAU.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the walk-in interview.

About the Department of Floriculture and Landscaping, KAU Vellayani

The Department of Floriculture and Landscaping at Kerala Agricultural University’s College of Agriculture, Vellayani, focuses on teaching and research in ornamental horticulture, floriculture production, and landscape design, an increasingly important area of Kerala’s agricultural and horticultural economy. This short-term Assistant Professor engagement fills an immediate teaching gap in the department while the University processes a more permanent or centralized recruitment for the position.

Why This Is a Short 59-Day Engagement

The notification’s specific reference to a 59-day tenure, tied to the date of joining and ending upon the earlier of either a centralized regular posting from the University or a fresh contract Assistant Professor appointment, reflects a common stop-gap arrangement used by Kerala Agricultural University to ensure academic continuity in a department while its formal recruitment processes for permanent or longer-term contract faculty positions are completed. Candidates should treat this specifically as bridge employment rather than an extended teaching assignment.

Understanding the Qualification Flexibility

While the University’s stated preference is for candidates holding a Ph.D. or M.Sc. specifically in Floriculture and Landscaping, the notification explicitly allows for candidates with a Master’s degree in other disciplines of Horticultural Sciences to be considered in the absence of specialized candidates. This broadens the effective pool of eligible applicants to include those from related horticultural specializations, provided they meet the core requirement of 55% marks and NET qualification.

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Why Floriculture and Landscaping Is a Growing Field in Kerala

Floriculture and landscaping have gained increasing importance within Kerala’s diversified agricultural economy, driven by rising demand for ornamental plants, cut flowers, nursery products, and professional landscape design services across both commercial and residential sectors. Kerala Agricultural University’s dedicated Department of Floriculture and Landscaping at Vellayani plays a key role in training students and conducting research to support this growing sector, making even a short-term teaching engagement in this department a meaningful opportunity to contribute to and stay connected with an expanding field.

Making the Most of a Short-Term Teaching Assignment

While a 59-day engagement is brief, candidates should recognize that daily-wage teaching assignments at agricultural universities like KAU can serve as a valuable stepping stone, offering direct teaching experience at a recognized State Agricultural University and an opportunity to build familiarity with the University’s academic environment ahead of future, more permanent recruitment opportunities. Candidates who perform well during this engagement may also strengthen their profile for subsequent contract or regular Assistant Professor positions that KAU periodically advertises across its various colleges and departments.

Final Word

Eligible candidates holding an M.Sc. in Horticulture (preferably with Floriculture and Landscaping specialization or a Ph.D. in the subject) with NET qualification should appear for the walk-in interview at the Department of Floriculture and Landscaping, College of Agriculture, Vellayani, reporting by 10:00 AM on 23 September 2026 for certificate verification, ahead of the 11:00 AM interview.

A Note on NET Qualification

Since NET qualification is listed as an essential requirement alongside the Master’s degree with 55% marks, candidates who hold only a Master’s degree without a valid NET (National Eligibility Test) qualification will not meet the eligibility criteria for this post, regardless of their specialization or additional experience. Candidates should confirm their NET certificate remains valid and bring it as part of their original document set for verification.

Understanding the Consolidated Daily Wage

At Rs. 1,470 per day, a candidate working all working days across the 59-day engagement period could expect total earnings in a range roughly proportional to a full-time Assistant Professor’s consolidated pay for a comparable short period, though actual total compensation depends on the exact number of working days within the engagement window. Candidates should treat this daily-wage structure as compensation strictly for the temporary bridge period, distinct from the salary structure applicable to KAU’s regular or longer-term contract Assistant Professor positions.

Important Links

• Notification PDF
• Official Website
• NaukriPatra App
• WhatsApp Channel
• Telegram Channel

Preparing Documents Well Before the Interview Date

Since the interview is scheduled just over two weeks from the notification date, candidates should immediately begin assembling the full set of required original documents, from Class 10/SSLC mark lists through NET certification and any Ph.D. or publication records, rather than waiting until closer to 23 September 2026. Given that certificate verification happens in the hour immediately before the interview itself, arriving with an incomplete or disorganized document set could cost valuable time or even risk disqualification from the same-day process.

A Note on Publications and Additional Credentials

Since the documents list explicitly includes “scientific publications, other trainings and certifications in the field, if any,” candidates with even modest research output, conference presentations, or specialized short-term training in floriculture or landscape design should bring organized proof of these credentials to the interview, as such additional qualifications can meaningfully strengthen a candidate’s standing when the University assesses suitability among multiple applicants for this single post.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What post is advertised by KAU Vellayani?

Assistant Professor, Department of Floriculture and Landscaping, 1 post, daily wage basis.

2. When is the walk-in interview?

23 September 2026, 11:00 AM, with certificate verification at 10:00 AM.

3. What is the remuneration?

Rs. 1,470 per day, consolidated.

4. What is the essential qualification?

M.Sc. (Horticulture) with minimum 55% marks and NET qualification.

5. What is the age limit?

Maximum 40 years, as on 01.09.2026, with age relaxation as per Government rules.

6. What is the duration of this engagement?

59 days from the date of joining, or until a regular/contract Assistant Professor is posted, whichever is earlier.

7. Where is the interview held?

Department of Floriculture and Landscaping, College of Agriculture, Vellayani.

8. Is there an application fee?

Not specified in this notification.

9. Is TA/DA paid for the interview?

No, TA/DA is not paid for attending the walk-in interview.

10. Does this post confer permanency?

No, the appointment does not confer any right of permanency or regularization in KAU.

11. Can candidates with a Master’s in other Horticultural disciplines apply?

Yes, in the absence of candidates specialized in Floriculture and Landscaping, those with a Master’s degree in other Horticultural Sciences disciplines will be considered.

12. Is a Ph.D. mandatory?

No, a Ph.D. in Floriculture and Landscaping is preferred but not mandatory; an M.Sc. with NET is the essential requirement.

13. What documents are required at the interview?

Photo ID, birth certificate, all academic mark lists and degree certificates, NET certificate, and any additional qualification/experience certificates.

14. Is prior teaching or research experience required?

Not mandatory, but relevant experience and publications, if any, should be presented at the interview.

15. Who issues this notification?

Associate Professor and Head, Department of Floriculture and Landscaping, College of Agriculture, Vellayani.