KAU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026 Walk-in Interview for Floriculture Post

Kerala Agricultural University (KAU) has announced a walk-in interview for the recruitment of an Assistant Professor in the Department of Floriculture and Landscaping. This recruitment is on a purely contractual basis under Advertisement Number FLORI 01/26. Eligible candidates with relevant academic qualifications in Horticulture are invited to attend the walk-in interview scheduled for September 23, 2026.

KAU Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Key Details

The recruitment is being conducted to fill one post of Assistant Professor on a daily wage/contractual basis. Below is the detailed summary of the recruitment notification:

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must ensure they fulfill the following minimum educational qualifications and age limits before appearing for the walk-in interview:

Educational Qualifications

• Primary Requirement: MSc in Horticulture with a minimum of 55% marks from an accredited university.
• Desirable Qualifications: NET qualification is highly preferred. A PhD in Floriculture and Landscaping is also preferred and will be given weightage in selection.

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 40 years as of the date of the interview.
• Age Relaxation: Relaxation in upper age limit is applicable to reserved category candidates (SC, ST, OBC) as per existing Kerala Government and University regulations.

Salary Structure

The selected candidate will be engaged on a contractual basis and will receive a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 1,470 per day subject to the university's terms and conditions.

KAU Walk-In Interview Selection Process

The selection will be finalized through a two-stage process on the same day:

1. Document Verification: Verification of original academic certificates, category certificates, identity proof, and research publications (if any).
2. Personal Interview: Assessment of academic knowledge, research experience, and teaching aptitude.

How to Attend the KAU Assistant Professor Walk-In Interview

Candidates must follow the steps below to participate in the walk-in recruitment process:

• Download the official notification and application form from the link provided below.
• Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details.
• Prepare one set of self-attested photocopies of all supporting documents including marksheets, certificates, and identity proof.
• Report to the designated interview venue at Kerala Agricultural University on September 23, 2026. Candidates should reach well in advance of the scheduled registration time.
• Bring all original documents for physical verification at the registration desk.