Online applications opened on 22 January 2026 and interested and qualified candidates may use the Samarth / CU-Chayan Portal to conduct online application till 23 February 2026. These will be appointments which will be on contract or deputation basis as in Government of India terms.
It is a great chance to the candidates interested in research, extension, and technical work in the Indian highly regarded ICAR and agricultural research ecosystem and with an attractive remuneration package with the 7 th Central Pay Commission (CPC).
BHU Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Advertisement No. | 04/2024-25 (KVK & ICAR-AICRPs) |
| Recruiting Body | Banaras Hindu University (BHU) |
| Total Vacancies | 59 (Approx.) |
| Post Types | Scientific, Technical & Non-Teaching |
| Pay Levels | Academic Level-14 to Level-1 |
| Appointment Type | Temporary / Project-based |
| Application Mode | Online + Hard Copy |
| Official Website | www.bhu.ac.in/rac |
BHU Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
The BHU Recruitment Notification 2026 PDF has been published on the official Recruitment & Assessment Cell (RAC) portal. It provides post-wise vacancy details, eligibility conditions, age limits, pay levels, project duration, and selection procedures.
Candidates are strongly advised to read the notification carefully, especially Annexure-A, which contains discipline-wise qualification and experience requirements for each post.
Download BHU Notification 2026 PDF
Important Dates – BHU Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 22 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 22 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee | 23 February 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Submission | 28 February 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Exam / Interview Date | To be notified |
BHU Vacancy Details 2026 (Project-Wise Summary)
The vacancies are spread across KVKs and various ICAR-AICRP projects such as Rice, Wheat, Maize, Pulses, Rapeseed, Dryland Farming, Seed Science, and Integrated Farming Systems.
| Project / Scheme | Approx. Vacancies |
| Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) | 15 |
| ICAR-AICRPs (Scientific, Technical, Non-Teaching) | 44 |
| Total | 59 |
BHU Eligibility Criteria 2026
Eligibility varies significantly depending on the post level (Academic Level / Group B / Group C).
Age Limit (For Level-6 to Level-1 Posts)
| Category | Age Limit |
| General | 18 – 30 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | 18 – 33 Years |
| SC / ST | 18 – 35 Years |
| Widows / Divorced Women | Up to 35 Years (40 for SC/ST) |
For Academic Level (AL-10 and above) posts, age limits are as per ICAR/BHU norms.
Educational Qualification & Experience (Selected Posts)
| Post Name | Pay Level | Essential Qualification |
| Principal Scientist | AL-14 | Ph.D. in relevant Agri discipline + 10 yrs experience |
| Senior Scientist-cum-Head (KVK) | AL-13A | Ph.D. in Agri Sciences + 8 yrs R&D/Extension |
| Subject Matter Specialist | L-10 | M.Sc. (Ag.) in relevant discipline |
| Junior Scientist | AL-10 | M.Sc. (Ag.) + ICAR/UGC/CSIR NET |
| Programme Assistant (Computer) | L-6 | Bachelor’s in CS / IT / CA |
| Sr. Technical Assistant | L-6 | B.Sc./M.Sc. (Ag.) with experience |
| Driver | L-1 | High School + Heavy Vehicle License |
How to Apply for BHU Recruitment 2026
Candidates must complete both online submission and hard-copy dispatch.
Step-by-Step Process
- Visit bhu.ac.in/rac
- Open Advertisement No. 04/2024-25
- Register on Samarth / CU-Chayan Portal
- Fill application form and upload documents
- Pay application fee online
- Submit the form and print it
- Send hard copy with self-attested documents to:
The Registrar, RAC, Holkar House, BHU, Varanasi – 221005
Hard copy must reach BHU by 28 February 2026.
Application Fee
| Category | AL-14 to AL-10 | L-6 to L-1 |
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1000 | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women | Exempted | Exempted |
Selection Process – BHU Recruitment 2026
For Scientific & Technical (Academic Level) Posts
- Screening / Written Test (if required)
- Presentation / Interaction
- Final Interview
For Non-Teaching Posts
- Written Examination
- Skill Test (Typing / Computer / Driving, where applicable)
- Document Verification
Final merit will be prepared based on performance in the applicable stages.
Salary Structure (7th CPC)
| Pay Level | Pay Scale (₹) | Example Posts |
| AL-14 | 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 | Principal Scientist |
| AL-13A | 1,31,400 – 2,17,100 | Senior Scientist |
| AL-10 / L-10 | 57,700 – 1,82,400 | Junior Scientist / SMS |
| Level-6 | 35,400 – 1,12,400 | Programme Assistant |
| Level-1 | 18,000 – 56,900 | Driver, Field Staff |
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