Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) has invited applications from eligible and motivated candidates for the post of Project Assistant under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)-sponsored project titled “Application of Electronics and ICT in Himalayan Region Crop Management (Agri-Excellence).” The recruitment is purely on a contractual basis and will remain co-terminus with the project.
Interested candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria can submit their applications in the prescribed format before the last date.
SKUAST-K Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) |
| Project | Application of Electronics and ICT in Himalayan Region Crop Management (Agri-Excellence) |
| Sponsored By | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India |
| Post Name | Project Assistant |
| Number of Posts | 01 |
| Project Title | Saffron Improvement Programme (SIP) |
| Sub-Project | Post-Harvest Management of Saffron |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Monthly Salary | ₹23,600 (Including HRA) |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 June 2026 (4:00 PM) |
Vacancy Details
SKUAST-K is seeking applications for the following position:
- Post: Project Assistant
- No. of Vacancies: 01
- Project: Saffron Improvement Programme (SIP)
- Sub-Project: Post-Harvest Management of Saffron
- Monthly Salary: ₹23,600 (including HRA)
The appointment is purely temporary and will automatically end with the completion of the project.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
- Master’s Degree in Arts, and
- More than one-year Diploma in Advanced Computer Applications from a recognized institute.
Applicants should have the relevant academic qualifications and supporting documents at the time of application.
Salary
The selected candidate will receive:
- ₹23,600 per month (Including HRA)
Selection Process
The selection process will include:
- Screening of applications.
- Shortlisting of eligible candidates.
- Interview.
Only shortlisted candidates will be informed about the interview schedule through email or the official university website.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should:
- Download the prescribed application form from the official SKUAST-K website.
- Fill in all required details carefully.
- Attach:
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Academic certificates
- Technical skill certificates
- Training certificates
- Certifications
- Trade Test documents (if applicable)
- Laboratory skill certificates
- Software skill certificates
- Any other relevant supporting documents
- Submit the complete hard copy to:
Office of the Division of FST (Old Building), SKUAST-K
Important Dates
- Advertisement Date: 24 June 2026
- Application Deadline: 30 June 2026
- Last Time for Submission: 4:00 PM
Important Instructions
- Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
- Incomplete applications are liable to be rejected.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- The interview date and time will be communicated only to shortlisted candidates via email or the university website.
Why Join This Project?
This MeitY-sponsored Agri-Excellence project focuses on integrating Electronics and Information & Communication Technology (ICT) into agriculture for improving crop management in the Himalayan region. It offers candidates an opportunity to work on a nationally significant research initiative aimed at enhancing saffron production and post-harvest management using modern technologies.