College of Horticulture Recruitment 2026 for Project Assistant Post
The College of Horticulture, Central Agricultural University, Bermiok, Sikkim, has invited applications from eligible candidates for a walk-in interview for the post of Project Assistant. The recruitment is being conducted under the research project titled "Collection, Conservation and Morpho-phenological Characterization of Avocado Germplasms Found in Sikkim".
The project is sponsored by the Centre of Fruitful India, Alliance Bioversity and CIAT (Bioversity International). The appointment will be purely temporary and project-based for a period of three years.
Organization Details
| Organization Name (English) | College of Horticulture, Central Agricultural University |
| Organization Name (Hindi) | बागवानी महाविद्यालय, केंद्रीय कृषि विश्वविद्यालय |
| Project Title | Collection, Conservation and Morpho-phenological Characterization of Avocado Germplasms Found in Sikkim |
| Project Duration | 3 Years |
| Sponsoring Organization | Centre of Fruitful India, Alliance Bioversity and CIAT (Bioversity International) |
Recruitment Overview
| Post Name (English) | Project Assistant |
| Post Name (Hindi) | परियोजना सहायक |
| Number of Vacancies | 01 |
| Monthly Emoluments | ₹25,000 per month (Consolidated) |
| Employment Type | Temporary / Project-Based |
| Nature of Appointment | Purely temporary and co-terminus with the project. |
Job Location Details
| City | Bermiok |
| State | Sikkim |
| Country | India |
| Postal Code | 737134 |
| Street Address | College of Horticulture, Central Agricultural University, Bermiok-737134, Sikkim |
Important Dates
- Date of Interview: 28 July 2026
- Interview Time: 11:00 AM
- Reporting Time: Candidates must report at least 30 minutes before the scheduled interview for document verification.
Educational Qualification and Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualification
- M.Sc. in Horticulture.
- M.Sc. in Agriculture.
- M.Sc. in Fruit Science.
- M.Sc. in Genetics and Plant Breeding.
Desirable Qualification
- Experience in field survey.
- Experience in germplasm collection and characterization of horticultural crops.
- Experience in nursery management.
- Knowledge of propagation techniques of fruit crops.
- Good documentation skills.
- Good report writing skills.
- Good communication skills.
Age Limit
Age limit details have not been specified in the official notification.
Reservation Details
Reservation-related information has not been mentioned in the official notification.
Application Fee
No application fee has been specified in the official notification.
Selection Process
The selection process for the Project Assistant post will be conducted through the following stages:
- Verification of documents submitted by the candidates.
- Walk-in interview conducted by the College of Horticulture, Central Agricultural University.
Application Process
Interested and eligible candidates are required to appear directly for the walk-in interview on the scheduled date and time. Candidates should ensure that they carry all the necessary documents for verification.
Documents Required
- Duly prepared application for the applied post.
- Updated biodata or curriculum vitae.
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Original educational certificates.
- Original mark sheets.
- One set of self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents.
- Valid photo identity proof.
Walk-in Interview Venue
Venue:
College of Horticulture
Central Agricultural University
Bermiok – 737134
Sikkim, India Important Instructions for Candidates
- Interested candidates should report at the venue at least 30 minutes before the scheduled interview time for document verification.
- Candidates must bring their application for the applied post, updated biodata, recent passport-size photograph, original certificates and mark sheets, along with one set of self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents.
- Candidates should also carry a valid photo identity proof.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- The position is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project.
- The appointment does not confer any claim for regular appointment in the future.
- The Principal Investigator reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process without assigning any reason.
Contact Information
| Official Email Address | dean.coh-sik@gov.in |
| Helpline Number | Not mentioned in the official notification. |
