Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth
Contractual / Regular

MPKV Rahuri AI3C Project Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 30, 2026
AI/ML and Data Science LeadGeospatial and Remote Sensing SpecialistRobotics and IoT/Edge Computing SpecialistIndustry and Startup LiaisonJunior Technical Fellow / Project Associates

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B.Tech179
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Vacancies
06 Posts
Pay Scale
Rs. 70,000 - Rs. 1,25,000/- Per Month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Up to 50 Years (as on 19.10.2026)
Job Location
Maharashtra60Ahilyanagar2

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 30, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 30, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 19, 2026

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Exam Date

TBA

Application Window30 Sep – 19 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

AI/ML and Data Science Lead: Bachelor's/Master's degree in AI/ML, Data Science, Computer Science, or Engineering with 3 years total experience (min. 1 year in AI/ML) and strong Python/PyTorch/TensorFlow skills.
Geospatial & Remote Sensing Specialist: Post Graduate degree or PG Diploma in Geoinformatics, GIS, or Remote Sensing with 3 to 5 years experience in GIS/Remote Sensing (Agriculture domain preferred).
Robotics & IoT/Edge Computing Specialist: M.Tech / M.E. / Ph.D. in Robotics, Electronics, or Mechatronics with 3 to 5 years experience in edge computing, microcontrollers, and IoT sensors.
Industry and Startup Liaison: MBA / M.Tech / M.S. with 5 years experience in startup incubation, technology commercialization, or industry partnerships.
Junior Technical Fellow / Project Associates: B.Tech in Agricultural Engineering, Electronics, or related discipline with 1 to 2 years hands-on research/operational experience.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Maximum age limit is 50 years as on 19 October 2026. Age relaxation is permissible in exceptional cases as approved by the competent authority.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Document & Experience Scrutiny

Screening of offline applications and candidate portfoliosQualifying Only

Personal Technical Interview

Offline Interview before Selection Committee at MPKV RahuriMerit Scored

Selection will be made strictly on merit evaluated through application scrutiny, relevant technical experience/portfolio, and performance in the personal interview. Only shortlisted applicants will be invited for the interview via email. Candidates must report at MPKV Rahuri one hour prior to the interview with all original documents for physical verification. No TA/DA is admissible.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Domain Technical ExpertiseTechnical Evaluation CoreIn-depth technical competency in AI/ML architectures, GIS spatial modeling, robotics firmware, or startup incubation funnels relevant to precision agriculture.
Relevant Industry & Research ExperienceProfessional Experience Track RecordDemonstrated track record of deploying real-world predictive models, IoT sensor networks, satellite crop mapping, or startup mentoring in agritech.
Publications & Intellectual ContributionsScholastic & Innovation PortfolioJournal papers, book chapters, patents, research project reports, or industrial achievements in agriculture 4.0 technology.
Personal Interview PerformanceInterview VivaCommunication skills, vision for smart farming initiatives, stakeholder management capability, and technical defense before the selection committee.

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.

Stationed at the Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Incubation Center (AI3C), Department of Agricultural Engineering, CAAST Building, MPKV Rahuri, District Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar), Maharashtra. MPKV is a premier State Agricultural University. Roles involve multidisciplinary R&D across smart agriculture, deploying AI/ML models for crop yield, pest risk, and soil analytics, integrating telemetry pipelines with Maharashtra state systems (MahaAgX, Agristack, CROPSAP, MAHAVEDH), generating satellite/drone GIS layers (NDVI, soil moisture), engineering edge IoT sensors, and mentoring early-stage agritech startups.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Contractual tenure is valid up to 31 March 2029 or until project termination, whichever is earlier. Appointees must execute a Rs. 100/- contract bond. One month's notice is required for resignation.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Purely temporary project positions with no claim for regularization, permanent absorption, or pensionary benefits in MPKV Rahuri. However, leading high-visibility AI/IoT agri-innovation projects provides stellar credentials for roles in CGIAR, ICAR, agritech unicorns, and global research institutions.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Hard Copy Submission Mandatory: Applications sent via online email or portal will be summarily rejected. Physical submission by post or by hand before 19.10.2026 (6:00 PM) is strictly required.
  • Separate Form for Each Post: Candidates applying for more than one role must submit independent application forms with complete sets of documents for each post.
  • Rs. 100 Contract Bond: Selected candidates must execute a legal contract bond of Rs. 100/- prior to joining the assignment.
  • 10-Day Joining Window: Selected candidates must join within 10 days of the appointment order, failing which the offer will be treated as cancelled.
  • No Regular Status: Technical manpower does not enjoy regular employee status or regular leave entitlements under university service rules.

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

  • AI/ML and Data Science Lead1
  • Geospatial and Remote Sensing Specialist1
  • Robotics and IoT/Edge Computing Specialist1
  • Industry and Startup Liaison1
  • Junior Technical Fellow / Project Associates2
Total Vacancies06 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Purely temporary and contractual monthly consolidated remuneration under the AI3C scheme: Junior Technical Fellow / Project Associates: Up to Rs. 70,000/-; Lead / Specialist Positions: Up to Rs. 1,25,000/-.

Consolidated monthly remuneration: Up to Rs. 1,25,000/- per month for Lead Specialists and Liaison Officer; Up to Rs. 70,000/- per month for Junior Technical Fellows. Remuneration may be adjusted based on demonstrated qualifications and experience as per hiring committee discretion.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Review post-specific qualifications, required experience, and download the prescribed application proforma (separate proforma for Technical Specialists and Industry Liaison).
  2. Fill out the application form completely, attaching a recent passport-size photograph.
  3. Prepare self-attested copies of: Date of Birth proof, educational certificates/marksheets (SSC and above), work experience certificates, publication list/reprints, and No Objection Certificate (NOC) if currently employed.
  4. If applying for multiple posts, submit a separate application with complete enclosures for each post.
  5. Submit the completed application packet by post or in person to: Nodal Officer, Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Incubation Center (AI3C), Department of Agril. Engineering, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri, Dist: Ahilyanagar - 413722 (MS).
  6. Ensure the application reaches the office on or before 19 October 2026 (upto 6:00 PM). Note: Online applications will NOT be considered.
  7. Monitor registered email regularly for the interview intimation and schedule updates.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil (No application fee required).

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The deadline for receipt of applications is 19 October 2026 (up to 6:00 PM). Applications must be sent by post or delivered in person in the prescribed proforma to the Nodal Officer, AI3C, Department of Agril. Engineering, MPKV Rahuri, Dist. Ahilyanagar - 413722 (MS). Online applications are strictly not accepted.

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