Khadi and Village Industries Commission
Contractual / Regular

KVIC Young Professional Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 23, 2026
Young Professional (Khadi)Young Professional (Admin.)Young Professional (Accounts)

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Postgraduate312
M.Sc149
M.Tech108
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
5 Posts
Pay Scale
₹25,000 - ₹30,000 per month (+ ₹2,500 - ₹3,000 Conveyance)
Age Limit
Below 27 Years as on 01.10.2026
Job Location
Assam23Manipur4+4 More...

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 24, 2026

2

Starts

Oct 1, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 21, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window1 – 21 Oct 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Post-wise minimum eligibility criteria:

  • Young Professional (Khadi) (01 Post): Post Graduate Degree in Textile Engineering / Textile Technology / Fashion Technology / Textile Chemistry or equivalent from a recognized University/Institution.
  • Young Professional (Administration) (01 Post): Post Graduation Degree in a relevant field from a recognized University/Institution.
  • Young Professionals (Accounts) (03 Posts): Post Graduation Degree in a relevant field from a recognized University/Institution. Desirable: CA, CA (Inter), ICWA (Inter), M.Com, M.Sc (Accounting/Finance), or MBA (Finance).

Mandatory Skills & Conditions: All qualifications must be regular full-time courses from UGC-recognized or AICTE-approved institutions. Candidates must possess sound working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, along with strong communication and report-writing skills.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Candidates must be below 27 years of age as on the benchmark date of online application (01.10.2026).

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

Verified Official Source

Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application Scrutiny & Academic Merit Shortlisting

Offline/Document ScrutinyQualifying Only

Personal Interview before Selection Committee

OfflineMerit Scored

Document Verification & Integrity Clearance

OfflineQualifying Only

The selection is carried out in two stages: (1) Initial shortlisting based on candidate qualifications, relevant experience, and computer skills, followed by (2) A Personal Interview conducted by the KVIC Selection Committee in October 2026. The final engagement offer is determined on the basis of credentials, performance in the interview, and subsequent document verification.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Academic Qualifications & Post-Graduation MeritShortlisting CriteriaScrutiny of postgraduate degree percentage in relevant discipline (Textile Tech/Chemistry for Khadi; Commerce/Finance/CA/ICWA for Accounts; PG in relevant field for Admin) from UGC/AICTE recognized institutions.
Relevant Domain Experience & Practical ExposureShortlisting CriteriaEvaluation of direct post-qualification work experience in accounting, administration, project monitoring, or textile/khadi development (excluding internships).
Digital Literacy & Software ProficiencyInterview EvaluationDemonstrated hands-on proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, data analysis, and report drafting.
Personal Interview & Communication CompetenceFinal Merit BenchmarkPerformance before the KVIC Selection Committee evaluating communication skills, leadership qualities, understanding of MSME/KVIC schemes, and professional commitment.

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

Young Professionals at KVIC operate within a project-driven administrative and developmental environment supporting State and Zonal Directors across the North East Region. Key responsibilities include scheme implementation monitoring (such as PMEGP - Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme, KRDP, and SFURTI clusters), financial and audit compliance review, project feasibility analysis, and fieldwork coordination with khadi institutions and village artisan societies. The daily routine mirrors regular central statutory body office hours (Monday to Friday, 09:30 AM to 06:00 PM), with occasional domestic field tours across North Eastern states to inspect production centers, training units, and exhibition stalls. The organizational culture is professional, governance-focused, and project-driven with high accountability toward MSME ministry benchmarks.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Initial contractual engagement is for 1 year, extendable on an annual performance-appraisal basis up to a maximum cumulative tenure of 3 years (1 + 2 years). Primary postings are distributed across KVIC State Offices and the Zonal Office in the North Eastern Region: Accounts YPs are earmarked for Manipur (1), Tripura (1), and Sikkim (1); Administration YP is posted in Meghalaya (1); Khadi YP is stationed in Assam (1, Guwahati). Inter-state transfers within the North East zone may be ordered by the Zonal Competent Authority based on administrative exigencies and project monitoring workloads. Selected consultants are eligible for official domestic tour allowances (TA/DA) equivalent to Level-5 Executive cadre.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

As an individual consultant engagement recruited under GFR 2017 (Rules 177 to 196) and Procurement Manual guidelines, there is no conventional hierarchical promotion ladder, cadre seniority, or absorption/regularization pathway into permanent central government service. Career progression during the tenure occurs through annual performance reviews that govern contract renewal (up to 3 years) and potential increments or enhancement of responsibility into senior consultant or project lead roles within MSME/KVIC schemes. The intensive domain experience in central statutory scheme implementation serves as a strong credential for subsequent lateral entry, international development organizations, public policy think tanks, and PSU consultancy roles.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Strict Age Limit: Candidates must be below 27 years of age as on the benchmark date of 01.10.2026. The circular does not provide any general age relaxation beyond this threshold.
  • Regular Full-Time Degrees Mandatory: Qualifications obtained through distance education or unapproved institutions will be rejected; all qualifying degrees must be from UGC-recognized universities or AICTE-approved institutions.
  • Internships Excluded from Experience: As stipulated in Clause 1(Note 3), internship training or articleship is not considered as valid work experience; only direct post-qualification work experience or fixed-term organizational employment is recognized.
  • No Claim for Regularization: Appointment as Young Professional creates no employer-employee relationship and does not entitle candidates to claim permanent absorption, regularization, or civil service benefits in KVIC or the Ministry of MSME.
  • Mandatory Original Documents at Interview: Candidates must carry their printed online application form along with an original government photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, PAN, Driving License, or Passport). Mismatch in name or failure to produce original certificates will result in summary disqualification.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • UR5
Total Vacancies5 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Fixed monthly consolidated remuneration of ₹25,000 to ₹30,000 plus monthly conveyance allowance of ₹2,500 to ₹3,000 based on qualifications and experience. No DA, HRA, or medical reimbursement is provided. Official travel entitles candidates to Level-5 Executive TA/DA.

Monthly fixed remuneration between ₹25,000 to ₹30,000 plus Conveyance Allowance of ₹2,500 to ₹3,000 based on qualifications and experience. Domestic official tour travel is compensated with TA/DA equivalent to Executive cadre (Pay Matrix Level-5).

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Visit Official Website: Visit the official KVIC portal at www.kvic.gov.in and navigate to the "VACANCIES" section.
  2. Access Recruitment Portal: Select the relevant Young Professional advertisement (Advt. No. ZOG/18/2026) to be redirected to the online application portal at apps.kvic.gov.in.
  3. Candidate Registration: Register using a valid email address and mobile phone number to generate login credentials.
  4. Fill Application Form: Select the relevant post (Khadi, Administration, or Accounts), enter personal details, academic percentages, and a 200-word write-up regarding your experience.
  5. Upload Required Documents: Upload a recent passport-size colour photograph (50–100 KB, JPG/JPEG), candidate signature in black ink (10–50 KB, JPG/JPEG), matriculation certificate for age proof (50–1000 KB), and postgraduate degree/mark sheets (50–1000 KB).
  6. Final Submission: Review the entered details carefully, submit the online form before 21st October, 2026 (23:59 hrs), and download/print the confirmation sheet containing your registration number.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil (No application fee is payable for applying to these contractual positions).

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

Candidates must be below 27 years of age as on 01.10.2026. Applicants must hold a relevant full-time Post Graduate Degree from a UGC/AICTE-recognized university: Textile Engineering/Technology/Chemistry for Khadi YP, relevant Post Graduation for Administration YP, and Post Graduation in Commerce/Finance or CA/ICWA/MBA for Accounts YP.

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