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:

1. Application Screening: Verification of academic credentials and research publications.
2. Kannada Language Test: Qualifying test for those without SSLC-level Kannada.
3. Document Verification: Physical submission of certificates and research work.
4. Interview: Final interaction and assessment by the selection committee.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official KVAFSU portal at www.kvafsu.edu.in.
2. Read the detailed advertisement and Score Card guidelines carefully.
3. Register and fill out the online application form for each post separately.
4. Pay the required application fee (Rs. 1,000 for GM/OBC; Rs. 500 for SC/ST/Cat-I).
5. 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.