CAU Imphal Recruitment 2026: Walk-in Interview for Project Assistant, YP-I, and Field Assistant Posts

CAU Imphal Recruitment 2026 Walk-in Notification Overview

Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal has issued an official recruitment notice (Advt. No. COA/CAU/MTTC & VTC/PROJECT/2026-27/) for temporary contractual vacancies under its agricultural projects. The walk-in interview is scheduled for 07 September 2026 for selection to the positions of Project Assistant, Young Professional I (YP-I), and Field Assistant.

Vacancy Distribution & Monthly Remuneration

Selected candidates will be posted on a contractual term under college project schemes. Below is the breakdown of post counts and consolidated salary structure:

Educational Qualifications & Experience Criteria

Candidates seeking participation in the walk-in interview must satisfy the qualification standards outlined below:

1. Project Assistant

• Essential: Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Allied Sciences, Basic Sciences, Computer Applications, or an equivalent discipline from a recognized university.
• Desirable: Master's degree (M.Sc.) in Agriculture/Horticulture or Computer Applications, accompanied by field experience in agricultural extension, ICT operations, and data documentation.

2. Young Professional I (YP-I)

• Essential: Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Botany, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or Life Sciences with a minimum of 60% marks (or equivalent grade point average).
• Desirable: M.Sc. in relevant biological sciences/agriculture along with practical experience in mushroom cultivation, spawn production, or extension training programs.

3. Field Assistant

• Essential: Bachelor's Degree in Science (B.Sc.) from a recognized institution.
• Age Limit: Upper age ceiling is 35 years.
• Preference: Candidates residing in or familiar with the Tuting region of Upper Siang District, willing to stay at Tuting for field implementation, will receive local preference.

Selection Process and Walk-in Procedure

The recruitment process relies strictly on candidate credentials and performance during the walk-in interview. No separate written examination will be held.

Steps to Participate in Walk-in Interview:

1. Review the official notification PDF published on the official CAU portal to confirm eligibility.
2. Download and fill out the prescribed application form if provided in the notice annexure.
3. Gather all original credentials including marksheets, degree certificates, birth proof, experience letters, and category certificates.
4. Prepare one set of self-attested photocopies of all supporting documents alongside recent passport-size photos.
5. Report to the designated campus venue on 07 September 2026 within the specified morning reporting window for document verification and interview.