The Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal, has officially released Advertisement No. 04/2025 inviting applications for multiple teaching and administrative positions. The university is seeking highly qualified professionals to join as Director, Dean, Chairmen, Professors, Associate Professors, and Assistant Professors across various disciplines.
This recruitment drive represents one of the most significant opportunities in the field of agricultural education and research, with vacancies spread across CAU headquarters, constituent colleges, and vocational training centers in the Northeast region of India.
Important Dates
- Advertisement Release Date: 7th November 2025
- Online Application Starts: 10th November 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 6th December 2025
- Deadline to Send Hard Copy of Application: 15th December 2025
Applicants are required to submit their applications online and also send a hard copy of the form with supporting documents to the Registrar’s office by post before the deadline.
Application Fee
- UR/OBC Candidates: ₹1,000
- SC/ST/PwBD/Women Candidates: Exempted from fee
Candidates must attach proof of online payment along with their printed application form.
Available Vacancies
The Central Agricultural University has opened a total of 174 teaching and administrative posts, categorized as follows:
| Post | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Director of Instruction | 1 |
| Dean | 1 |
| Chairmen (Horticulture, Social Science, Crop Improvement) | 3 |
| Professors | 15 |
| Associate Professors | 56 |
| Assistant Professors | 103 |
| Total | 174 |
These positions span a wide range of disciplines including Agronomy, Plant Pathology, Genetics & Plant Breeding, Agricultural Economics, Horticulture, Veterinary Sciences, Food Technology, Biotechnology, Environmental Science, Agricultural Engineering, Computer Science, and many more.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Director of Instruction / Dean
Essential Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Agricultural Science, Horticulture, Agricultural Engineering, Veterinary Science, Fisheries, or Home Science.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in Teaching/Research/Extension Education, including 10 years as a Professor or equivalent.
- Proven contributions through research papers, books, or technology development.
Desirable:
- Experience in guiding postgraduate students and holding administrative posts in universities or research institutes.
2. Professor / Chairman
Essential:
- Ph.D. degree in the relevant subject or related basic sciences.
- 10 years’ experience in the relevant field, including 2 years as Associate Professor/Senior Scientist.
- Evidence of research and innovation through at least 10 high-impact publications.
Desirable:
- Experience in postgraduate teaching, curriculum development, and educational innovation.
- Familiarity with modern scientific tools and techniques.
3. Associate Professor
Essential:
- Ph.D. in the relevant field.
- At least 8 years of experience in teaching, research, or extension education.
- Strong academic record supported by publications and innovations.
Desirable:
- Proven experience in postgraduate guidance and contribution to digital or technology-based teaching.
- Expertise in specific areas such as climate-smart agriculture, molecular breeding, AI-based pest management, or renewable energy applications.
4. Assistant Professor
Essential:
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with at least 55% marks from a recognized university or institution.
- Must have cleared the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by ICAR/UGC/CSIR/ASRB.
(NET is not required for disciplines where it is not conducted.) - OR Ph.D. degree with published research papers in reputed journals.
Desirable:
- Teaching or research experience at the undergraduate/postgraduate level.
- Subject-specific expertise such as organic farming, biotechnology, AI applications, agribusiness, digital agriculture, food safety, or environmental modelling.
Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level | Starting Pay (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Director/Dean/Chairman/Professor | Level 14 | 1,44,200/- |
| Associate Professor | Level 13A | 1,31,400/- |
| Assistant Professor | Level 10 | 57,700/- |
Age Limit (as on last date of application)
- Assistant Professor: Maximum 40 years
- Relaxation: 3 years (OBC), 5 years (SC/ST), 10 years (PwBD)
- Associate Professor: Preferably below 50 years
- Professor/Dean/Director: Preferably below 55 years
- Superannuation Age: 65 years
Special Relaxation:
Teaching staff currently serving on a contractual basis in CAU or similar institutions may receive up to 5 years of age relaxation as a one-time measure.
Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Based on academic qualifications, research achievements, and experience.
- Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview process.
- Document Verification: Candidates must present their original certificates and documents at the time of the interview for verification.
Incomplete applications, or those without proper documentation or prescribed fees, will be rejected.
Application Process — Step-by-Step
- Visit the Official Website:
Go to cau.ac.in and access the online application portal. - Register and Fill Out the Form:
Enter your academic details, experience, and publications carefully. - Upload Documents:
Attach scanned copies of educational certificates, experience proof, and research credentials. - Pay the Application Fee:
Make payment through the online payment gateway as per your category. - Submit Online Application:
Review all details before submitting. - Download and Print the Application Form:
After successful submission, candidates should download and print the completed application form for their records and future reference. - Send Hard Copy by Post:
Attach all relevant documents and proof of payment, then send by Registered/Speed Post to:The Registrar,
Central Agricultural University, Lamphelpat, Imphal, Manipur
