CAU Recruitment 2026: 2 Project Associate I, Technical Assistant – Apply Offline @ cau.ac.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Project Associate-I (PA-I): Master's degree in Forestry (Forest Biology & Tree Improvement, Forest Products & Utilization, or Genetics & Plant Breeding) or Plant/Forest Biotechnology from a recognized University. Remuneration is Rs. 31,000/month + HRA for NET-qualified candidates and Rs. 25,000/month + HRA for non-NET candidates.
• Technical Assistant / Field Assistant-I: Graduate in Science from a recognized University. Remuneration is Rs. 20,000/month + HRA.
• Age Limit & Relaxation: Project Associate-I — maximum 35 years; Technical Assistant/Field Assistant-I — maximum 50 years. Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/Women/PwD candidates as per Government of India norms.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

• The selection of eligible candidates will be based on the following criteria:
• Academic Record: Candidates' educational qualifications and academic performance will be assessed.
• Performance in Interview: Selected candidates will be called for a walk-in interview on 15 October 2026 at the Central Agricultural University Campus, Imphal, Manipur. Final selection will be determined on the basis of interview performance.
• Note: No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the walk-in interview. Candidates must attend the interview with all original documents.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as Proof of Date of Birth
• All Degree and Consolidated Mark Sheets (Relevant Qualifications)
• Master's Degree / Bachelor's Degree Certificate for the post applied
• NET Qualified Certificate (if claiming Rs. 31,000 remuneration for PA-I)
• Experience Certificates on Official Letterhead (if applicable)
• Valid Category / Caste Certificate in Central Government prescribed format (if applicable)
• Two recent passport-size photographs & Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Voter ID / PAN)
• How to Apply Offline:
• Download the application form from the official website: www.chfcau.org.in.
• Carefully read the official notification before applying.
• Fill the application form with correct and complete information.
• Attach self-attested copies of required documents such as photograph, signature, ID proof, and certificates.
• Send the completed application form by Speed Post / Registered Post to the address mentioned in the notification.
• Ensure the application reaches before 12 October 2026.
• Retain a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference.
• Download CAU Project Associate-I and Technical Assistant Official Notification PDF (Advt No: RMPD-1-2026-2031)

• www.chfcau.org.in ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.
• Download CAU Project Associate-I and Technical Assistant Official Notification PDF (Advt No: RMPD-1-2026-2031) ↗Source-provided destination — verify before signing in or paying.

Is there any application fee for CAU Recruitment 2026?

• No. There is no application fee for this project-based recruitment. The application process is free of cost.

What is the salary for Project Associate-I and Technical Assistant posts?

• Project Associate-I: Rs. 31,000/month + HRA (NET qualified) or Rs. 25,000/month + HRA (non-NET). Technical Assistant/Field Assistant-I: Rs. 20,000/month + HRA.

What is the qualification required for Project Associate-I?

• A Master's degree in Forestry (Forest Biology & Tree Improvement, Forest Products & Utilization, or Genetics & Plant Breeding) or Plant/Forest Biotechnology from a recognized University. NET qualification is preferred but not mandatory — non-NET candidates receive Rs. 25,000/month.