KVAFSU Teaching Post Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 96 Posts

📅 Posted: 21/05/2026 📝 Updated: 25/05/2026

Total Vacancy96

SalaryRs. 57,700 - 2,18,200 [Approx. ₹85k - ₹1.8L/Month]

LocationKarnataka

Last Date20/06/2026

Short Information: The Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University (KVAFSU), Bidar, is hiring for 96 Teaching Posts across Kalyana Karnataka and Residual Parent Cadres. Candidates can apply online from 22 May 2026 to 20 June 2026. The positions include Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor roles in various disciplines like Veterinary Anatomy, Livestock Production, and Dairy Technology. The base pay scales are highly attractive, starting at ₹57,700 for Assistant Professors and going up to ₹1,44,200 for Professors, following the 2016 ICAR/UGC Pay matrix. Applicants must hold a relevant Master's Degree, and Ph.D. (for senior roles), alongside clearing NET where applicable. Knowledge of the Kannada language is mandatory, and those who haven't studied it up to the SSLC level will need to clear a dedicated language test. Make sure your scanned documents (photo, signature, degree certificates) are under 500 KB before starting the online form.

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KVAFSU Teaching Posts Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates

Notification Released	21/05/2026
Application Begin	22/05/2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply	20/06/2026 (05:00 PM)
Pay Exam Fee Last Date	20/06/2026
Interview / Kannada Test	To be notified

KVAFSU Teaching Posts Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee

GM / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B	₹1000
SC / ST / Cat-I	₹500

Payment: Online

KVAFSU Teaching Post Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 96 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit

Age Limit: Max 40-45 Years (For Assistant Professor only, as on 20/06/2026)

(SC/ST/Cat-I: 5 Years, 2A/2B/3A/3B: 3 Years)

Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility
Professor	20	Ph.D. + 10 Years Experience + 10 Publications.
Associate Professor	22	Ph.D. + 8 Years Experience + 7 Publications.
Assistant Professor	54	Master's Degree (55%) + NET/SLET/SET OR Ph.D.
Total Vacancy	96
Note: Includes both Kalyana Karnataka Cadre & Residual Parent Cadre posts.

Recruitment Table: Category Wise Vacancy

Post Name	UR	OBC	SC	ST	EWS	Total
Professor	10	6	2	2	0	20
Associate Professor	10	8	2	2	0	22
Assistant Professor	26	20	7	1	0	54
Total	46	34	11	5	0	96
Note:Note: For structuring, GM is mapped to UR. Cat-1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B are consolidated under OBC.

Recruitment Table: Horizontal Reservation (Women / ESM / PwD)

Category	Vacancy
Women	22
PwD (VH/HH)	8
Ex-Servicemen	2
Note:Horizontal quotas are already included in the respective category counts above.

KVAFSU Teaching Posts Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria

Professor: Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline, Master's degree with 55% marks, Ph.D. degree in allied subject, 10 publications, and 10 years of Teaching/Research experience.
Associate Professor: Bachelor's, Master's with 55% marks, Ph.D. degree, 8 years of teaching experience, and 7 publications.
Assistant Professor: Master's degree with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST), and must have cleared NET (conducted by UGC/ICAR/CSIR) OR Ph.D. under UGC regulations 2009/2016.
Valid registration with the Karnataka Veterinary Council/Veterinary Council of India is required for Veterinary Science candidates.
Knowledge of the Kannada language is mandatory. If not studied in SSLC, the candidate must pass a qualifying Kannada test.

KVAFSU Teaching Posts Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post Name	Salary Level
Professor	Rs. 1,44,200 - 2,18,200
Associate Professor	Rs. 1,31,400 - 2,17,100
Assistant Professor	Rs. 57,700 - 1,82,400

KVAFSU Teaching Posts Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps

Scrutiny of Online Application and Uploaded Documents
Shortlisting based on Academic Score Card / KVAFSU guidelines
Kannada Language Test (for those who did not study Kannada in SSLC)
Personal Interview
Document Verification

KVAFSU Teaching Posts Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern

Recruitment Details: Kannada Language Test Overview

Mode: Written Examination.
Applicability: Only for candidates who did not study Kannada as 1st/2nd/3rd language in SSLC.
Standard: 10th (SSLC) Level First Language Kannada.
Negative Marking: No negative marking mentioned in official notification.
Qualifying Criteria: Candidates must score a minimum of 50% marks to qualify for the interview.

Recruitment Table: Kannada Exam Pattern

Subject	Papers	Maximum Marks
Kannada Language	1	150
Total	1	150

Recruitment Table: Job Profile by Post

Post Name	Primary Responsibilities
Professor	Lead academic departments, conduct high-level research, guide Ph.D. scholars, design curriculum, and oversee university extension programs.
Associate Professor	Deliver lectures, manage complex laboratory sessions, publish academic papers, and mentor undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Assistant Professor	Teach foundational courses, assist in practical labs, grade examinations, support senior faculty in research, and manage daily administrative tasks.

KVAFSU Teaching Posts Recruitment 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics

The Kannada language test will be of SSLC (10th Standard) level.

📚 Kannada Language (Expected)

Kannada Grammar
Vocabulary and Comprehension
Sentence Structure
Basic writing and translation skills

KVAFSU Teaching Posts Recruitment 2026How to Apply

Visit the official KVAFSU recruitment portal at www.kvafsu.edu.in.
Register online and generate your login credentials.
Fill in the online application form completely. Ensure no mandatory fields are missed.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, caste certificate, academic qualifications, and KVC registration (under 500kb in JPEG/JPG/PDF).
Enter details of your research publications directly into the online form.
Pay the required application fee (₹1000 for GM/OBC, ₹500 for SC/ST).
Submit the application and print the generated receipt. You will need to submit this along with 3 sets of hard copies during physical document verification.

Recruitment Note: About Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University (KVAFSU)

Established in 2004, the Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University (KVAFSU), headquartered in Bidar, is an independent public university exclusively dedicated to the development of education, research, and extension in veterinary, animal, and fisheries sciences. It was carved out of the University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore, and Dharwad, to give focused attention to the livestock and fisheries sectors, which are vital to the rural economy of Karnataka. The university manages numerous specialized colleges and research institutes across the state, fostering advancements in dairy technology, aquaculture, and animal health.

Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Salary

Faculty members at KVAFSU receive substantial benefits beyond their basic pay scale. This includes Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) or university quarters, and medical coverage for the employee and their dependents. Additional perks include Leave Travel Concession (LTC), Provident Fund contributions, Gratuity, and coverage under the New Pension Scheme (NPS) as per Govt. Order No. FD (SN) 04 PET 2006. Faculty are also entitled to academic leave for attending conferences, standard annual leave, maternity/paternity leave, and children's education allowances as per Karnataka government norms.

Recruitment Note: Crucial Document Upload Guidelines

Applicants must be extremely careful while uploading documents. The photograph, signature, and educational certificates must not exceed 500 KB and should be in JPEG, JPG, or PDF format. Uploading thumbnails or invisible/unreadable documents will lead to the direct rejection of the application. Research publications only need to be detailed in the online form; however, the original physical copies must be produced during the physical verification stage.

KVAFSU Teaching Posts Recruitment 2026Important Official Links

Apply Online Application Window: 22/05/2026 to 20/06/2026	Click Here ↗
Download Notification Advt No. No.R/KVAFSU/Rectt/Teaching Posts/2026-27	Click Here ↗
Official Website	Click Here ↗

Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.

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Quick Overview

🚀 Recruitment Overview

Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization	KVAFSU
Post Name	Teaching Posts (Professor, Associate, Assistant)
Total Vacancy	96
Salary	Rs. 57,700 - 2,18,200 [Approx. ₹85k - ₹1.8L/Month]
Job Location	Karnataka
Apply Mode	Online
Last Date	20/06/2026
Official Website	Visit Website ↗

💡 Expert Tip

Ensure you upload a clearly visible, valid registration certificate from the Karnataka Veterinary Council or Veterinary Council of India (both sides if the expiry is on the back). Any blurriness will lead to instant rejection. Additionally, if you didn't have Kannada in your SSLC, start preparing for the 150-mark qualifying Kannada test immediately.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for Assistant Professor? ▼

Ans: The post falls under the basic pay scale of ₹57,700 - ₹1,82,400. After adding allowances like DA, HRA, and Medical, the starting in-hand salary is approximately ₹80,000 to ₹85,000 per month depending on the posting location.

Q.2 What is the last date to apply online? ▼

Ans: The last date to submit the online application and pay the application fee for KVAFSU Teaching Posts is 20 June 2026 up to 5:00 PM.

Q.3 Is there any negative marking in the exam? ▼

Ans: For candidates who need to take the mandatory Kannada Language Test, there is no negative marking mentioned in the official notification. Candidates just need to score a minimum of 50% marks to qualify.

Q.4 What is the age limit for Assistant Professor under General Category? ▼

Ans: For the Assistant Professor post, candidates belonging to the General Merit (GM) category must not have crossed 40 years of age as of the last date of application (20 June 2026).

Q.5 How to download the KVAFSU Notification PDF? ▼

Ans: You can download the official notification PDF by visiting the 'Recruitment Portal' on the official KVAFSU website (www.kvafsu.edu.in) or by using the direct download link provided in the important links section of this page.

Q.6 What is the educational qualification required for Assistant Professor? ▼

Ans: Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and a Master's degree with a minimum of 55% marks. Additionally, they must have cleared NET (UGC/ICAR/CSIR) or possess a Ph.D. awarded under UGC 2009/2016 regulations.

Q.7 What is the selection process for KVAFSU Teaching Posts? ▼

Ans: The selection is based on the scrutiny of applications, shortlisting via the university's academic score card, a mandatory Kannada language test (if applicable), and a final personal interview.

Q.8 Is KVAFSU Teaching Post a permanent government job? ▼

Ans: Yes, these are regular recruitment posts within the university cadre. Selected candidates will be entitled to the New Pension Scheme (NPS) and standard government benefits as per Karnataka state rules.