Central Agricultural University, Imphal (CAU) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Professor and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 35 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the online process.
Online applications for the vacancies of Professor and other Posts are open. The last date to apply is 10 June 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application well before the deadline.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Professor and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
CAU – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dean, College of Horticulture, Bermiok, South Sikkim | 1 | Rs.144200-144200/- | Manipur |
| Director of Research, CAU Headquarters, Imphal | 1 | Rs.144200-144200/- | Manipur |
| Registrar, CAU Headquarters, Imphal | 1 | Rs.144200-144200/- | Manipur |
| Senior Computer Operator, Programmer | 1 | Rs.56100-56100/- | Manipur |
| Professor (Various Disciplines) | 16 | Rs.144200-144200/- | Manipur |
| Associate Professor (Various Disciplines) | 14 | Rs.131400-131400/- | Manipur |
| Assistant Professor (Various Disciplines) | 1 | Rs.57700-57700/- | Manipur |
| Total Vacancies: | 35 |
CAU Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for CAU Professor and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Central Agricultural University, Imphal. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Dean, College of Horticulture, Bermiok, South Sikkim | Doctorate degree in relevant subject; minimum 15 years teaching, research experience with at least 5 years as Professor or equivalent; outstanding research contributions. | 15 years |
| Director of Research, CAU Headquarters, Imphal | Doctorate in Agricultural Science, Horticulture, Home Science, Agricultural Engineering, Fisheries, Veterinary Sciences; minimum 15 years teaching, research, extension experience with at least 10 years in research, teaching and 5 years as Professor or equivalent; outstanding research contributions. | 15 years |
| Registrar, CAU Headquarters, Imphal | Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade B in UGC 7-point scale; 15 years experience as Assistant Professor (Academic Level-11 and above) or 8 years in Academic Level-12 and above including as Associate Professor with 3 years in educational administration; OR 15 years administrative experience with 8 years as Deputy Registrar or equivalent. | 15 years |
| Senior Computer Operator, Programmer | Master’s Degree in Computer Applications or M.Sc. (Computer Science, IT) or BE, B.Tech in Computer Engineering, ECE; 3 years post-qualification experience in Programming, University Information System in Government, PSU, Autonomous, Statutory Body or recognized institution. | 3 years |
| Professor (Various Disciplines) | Doctoral degree in relevant subject; 10 years experience with 8 years as Scientist, Lecturer, Extension Specialist (PB-3) and 2 years as Associate Professor, Senior Scientist (PB-4); minimum 10 publications with high NAAS Impact Factor. | 10 years |
| Associate Professor (Various Disciplines) | Doctoral degree in relevant subject; 8 years experience as Scientist, Lecturer, Extension Specialist (PB-3); contribution in Research, Teaching, Extension Education evidenced by published work, innovations. | 8 years |
| Assistant Professor (Various Disciplines) | Master’s degree in relevant subject with at least 55% marks and NET (ICAR, ASRB, UGC, CSIR) qualification; OR Ph.D. in relevant subject with published research papers in scientific journals. | No Details |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Central Agricultural University, Imphal for Professor and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Dean, College of Horticulture, Bermiok, South Sikkim | Max 60 years |
| Director of Research, CAU Headquarters, Imphal | Max 60 years |
| Registrar, CAU Headquarters, Imphal | Max 57 years |
| Senior Computer Operator, Programmer | Max 35 years |
| Professor (Various Disciplines) | No Details |
| Associate Professor (Various Disciplines) | No Details |
| Assistant Professor (Various Disciplines) | No Details |
The application fee for this recruitment varies by category. For General / OBC / EWS candidates, the application fee is Rs.1000/-. SC / ST candidates are exempted from paying the application fee. The fee can be paid through the online payment mode as specified in the official notification. Candidates belonging to certain reserved categories may be exempted from paying the application fee as per government rules.
The selection of candidates for Professor and other Posts will be carried out through Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience, followed by Interview. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Central Agricultural University, Imphal. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for CAU Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online Application |
The application for this recruitment of Central Agricultural University, Imphal is online. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment online from cau.ac.in before 10 June 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Official Website | cau.ac.in |