Overview of KVAFSU Teaching Recruitment 2026
The Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University (KVAFSU), Bidar, has released a major recruitment notification for 96 teaching positions. This is a golden opportunity for academic professionals in the field of Veterinary, Dairy, and Fisheries sciences to secure a permanent position in a premier state university. Applications are invited for the roles of Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor under both the Kalyana Karnataka and Residual Parent Cadres.
Key Recruitment Highlights
- Organization: Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University (KVAFSU)
- Location: Bidar, Karnataka
- Total Vacancies: 96 Posts
- Job Type: Regular/Permanent
- Application Mode: Online Only
Important Dates
Vacancy Distribution
The recruitment drive is split across three cadres and two major regions. Applicants should carefully review the subject-wise breakdown in the official notification to ensure they meet the specific disciplinary requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must ensure they meet the educational and professional benchmarks before applying:
- Professor/Associate Professor: Ph.D. in the relevant field is mandatory, along with specific teaching/research experience as per ICAR/UGC guidelines.
- Assistant Professor: Must have a Master's degree with 55% marks and must have cleared the NET (National Eligibility Test) conducted by ICAR/UGC.
- Mandatory Language: Knowledge of Kannada is required. Candidates who did not study Kannada at the SSLC level will need to pass a proficiency test.
- Veterinary Council: Candidates applying for Veterinary subjects must hold a valid registration with the Karnataka Veterinary Council or Veterinary Council of India.
Age Limit (For Assistant Professor Only)
- General Merit: 40 years
- OBC (2A/2B/3A/3B): 43 years
- SC/ST/Cat-I: 45 years
Selection Process
Selection is based on a transparent academic scorecard system. The process involves:
- Application Screening: Verification of academic credentials and research publications.
- Kannada Language Test: Qualifying test for those without SSLC-level Kannada.
- Document Verification: Physical submission of certificates and research work.
- Interview: Final interaction and assessment by the selection committee.
How to Apply
- Visit the official KVAFSU portal at www.kvafsu.edu.in.
- Read the detailed advertisement and Score Card guidelines carefully.
- Register and fill out the online application form for each post separately.
- Pay the required application fee (Rs. 1,000 for GM/OBC; Rs. 500 for SC/ST/Cat-I).
- Print the application receipt for future document verification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: Is an online submission enough? A: Yes, but you must keep the system-generated receipt and all original documents ready for the verification stage.
- Q: Can I apply for multiple posts? A: Yes, but you must submit separate applications and pay separate fees for each.
- Q: Is NET mandatory for Assistant Professors? A: Yes, unless you are exempted under specific UGC/ICAR criteria (e.g., specific Ph.D. holders).
- Q: Are there vacancies for non-local candidates? A: The Residual Parent Cadre is generally open, whereas Kalyana Karnataka cadre posts have specific local reservation rules.
- Q: What if I have a foreign Ph.D.? A: Candidates with Ph.D. from a top 500 global university may be eligible for NET exemption per government orders.
