Candidates must possess a B.Sc. in Agriculture, Biochemistry, or Biotechnology from a recognized university along with essential computer proficiency. Candidates possessing an M.Sc. in Life Sciences with hands-on laboratory experience in plant tissue culture will be given preference.
Contractual / RegularSep. 2, 2026
SDAU Young Professional-I Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in Interview for 2 Posts
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Sep. 2, 2026Young Professional-I (Tissue Culture in Date Palm)
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Published
Aug 25, 2026
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Starts
Aug 25, 2026
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Deadline
Sep 10, 2026
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Exam Date
Sep 10, 2026
Application Window25 Aug – 10 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date10 Sep 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
Minimum age is 21 years and maximum age is 45 years as on the date of the walk-in interview (10.09.2026).
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Document Verification of Bio-Data and Original Credentials
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Walk-in Technical Interview
OfflineMerit Scored
Selection will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview:
- Reporting & Document Verification: Eligible candidates report on 10th September 2026 at 10:00 AM (advised to arrive at 09:30 AM) at the Office of BSRC, SDAU, Sardarkrushinagar, Banaskantha with the prescribed proforma, resume, original and self-attested copies of certificates, and passport photo.
- Technical Interview: Selection committee evaluates academic merit, laboratory acumen in aseptic plant micropropagation, and interview defense.
Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix
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| Evaluation Parameter / Component | Max Marks / Weightage | Assessment Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| B.Sc. & M.Sc. Academic Performance in Agriculture / Biotechnology / Biochemistry | ||
| Hands-on Plant Tissue Culture & Aseptic Micropropagation Experience | ||
| Computer Proficiency, Scientific Record Keeping & Laboratory Discipline | ||
| Walk-in Interview Viva & Technical Problem-Solving |
Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory
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Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University (SDAU) is situated in the scenic rural agrarian landscape of Banaskantha, North Gujarat near the Aravalli hills (25 km from Palanpur). The Bio Science Research Centre (BSRC) houses dedicated tissue culture laboratories, growth chambers, laminar flow stations, and acclimatization greenhouses for date palm (Phoenix dactylifera) micropropagation. Young Professionals handle media preparation, aseptic explant inoculations, callus subculturing, date palm plantlet hardening, and contamination audits. Standard day-shift working hours (09:00 AM to 05:30 PM, 6-day week).
Posting & Transfer Policy
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Temporary contractual engagement for 11 months from date of appointment or until completion of the scheme, whichever is earlier. Stationed at BSRC, SDAU, Sardarkrushinagar.
Career & Promotion Ladder
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Research experience in commercial micropropagation of date palm provides elite laboratory credentials for subsequent appointments as Senior Research Fellow (SRF), Project Scientist, or Ph.D. research fellowships at premier national research institutes (ICAR-CAZRI, ICAR-CIAH, BARC, CSIR-NBRI) and commercial agricultural biotech firms.
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- Walk-in Reporting Time (10-09-2026 at 10:00 AM): Candidates must report at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time (by 09:30 AM) at the Office of BSRC, SDAU, Sardarkrushinagar, Banaskantha.
- Prescribed Proforma Mandatory: Candidates must bring the completed application form downloaded from www.sdau.edu.in along with a resume and self-attested copies of certificates.
- Original Documents Verification: All original marksheets, degree certificates, experience letters, and ID proofs must be produced at the time of interview.
- NOC for Employed Candidates: Candidates already working in any project, scheme, or organization must bring a 'No Objection Certificate' from their current employer.
- No TA/DA Admissible: Candidates must attend the interview at their own expense.
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale
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Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution
- Young Professional-I (Bio Science Research Centre, SDAU Sardarkrushinagar)2
Total Vacancies2
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Fixed monthly emolument of ₹ 30,000/-. Purely on temporary and ad-hoc contractual basis for 11 months from date of appointment or up to completion of the project, whichever is earlier.
Fixed monthly consolidated emoluments of ₹ 30,000/- as per Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) guidelines for Young Professional-I.
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Application Procedure
- Eligible candidates must attend a Walk-in Interview on September 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
- The interview will be conducted at the office of Bio Science Research Centre (BSRC), S. D. Agricultural University (SDAU), Sardarkrushinagar, Banaskantha-385506.
- Candidates should bring a duly filled application form (Performa/bio-data), a brief resume, original and attested copies of educational qualifications, work experience certificate, age proof, and one passport-size photograph.
- The application form can be downloaded from the university website: www.sdau.edu.in.
- Candidates currently working in any project/scheme/organization must bring a "No Objection Certificate" from their present employer.
- Applicants are advised to report at least 30 minutes before the scheduled interview time for necessary formalities.
Application Fee & Category Concessions
No application fee is payable for this walk-in interview.
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Sep 10, 2026
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Sep 10, 2026
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Document Verification of Bio-Data and Original Credentials
OfflineQualifying Only
Walk-in Technical Interview
OfflineMerit Scored
Selection will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview:
- Reporting & Document Verification: Eligible candidates report on 10th September 2026 at 10:00 AM (advised to arrive at 09:30 AM) at the Office of BSRC, SDAU, Sardarkrushinagar, Banaskantha with the prescribed proforma, resume, original and self-attested copies of certificates, and passport photo.
- Technical Interview: Selection committee evaluates academic merit, laboratory acumen in aseptic plant micropropagation, and interview defense.
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The walk-in interview will take place on 10th September 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Office of BSRC, S.D. Agricultural University, Sardarkrushinagar, Banaskantha – 385506, Gujarat.
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