RVSKVV Recruitment 2026 – 28 Scientist Vacancies
RVSKVV AICRP Recruitment 2026
28 Chief Scientist, Senior Scientist & Scientist Posts | Subject-wise Vacancy, Reservation, Eligibility & Apply Online
Advertisement No. 40/2026-27 | Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
Recruitment Overview
Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya (RVSKVV), Gwalior, has invited online applications for scientific positions under its All India Coordinated Research Projects (AICRPs). The recruitment covers multiple agriculture and allied science disciplines.
| Organization | RVSKVV, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh |
|---|---|
| Advertisement | No. 40/2026-27, dated 28 October 2026 |
| Posts | Chief Scientist (1), Senior Scientist (13), Scientist (14) |
| Application window | 29 October to 16 November 2026 |
| Mode | Online only; no hard copy accepted |
| Work location | RVSKVV AICRP centres, Madhya Pradesh; subject to service rules |
Subject-wise Vacancy Summary
| Discipline | Chief | Senior | Scientist | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agronomy | — | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| Genetics & Plant Breeding | — | 5 | 2 | 7 |
| Entomology | — | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Plant Pathology | — | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Soil & Water Conservation Engineering | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| Microbiology | — | 1 | — | 1 |
| Agricultural Engineering | — | — | 1 | 1 |
| Biochemistry | — | — | 1 | 1 |
| Phytochemistry | — | — | 1 | 1 |
| Agronomy / Soil Science / Soil & Water Engineering (combined Chief Scientist eligibility) | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Total | 1 | 13 | 14 | 28 |
Detailed Post Code & Category-wise Vacancies
UR = Unreserved; SC = Scheduled Caste; ST = Scheduled Tribe; OBC = Other Backward Classes; EWS = Economically Weaker Section.
| Code | Position / Subject | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-01 | Chief Scientist – Agronomy / Soil Science / Soil & Water Engineering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B-01 | Senior Scientist – Agronomy | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| B-02 | Senior Scientist – Genetics & Plant Breeding | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| B-03 | Senior Scientist – Entomology | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B-04 | Senior Scientist – Plant Pathology | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| B-05 | Senior Scientist – Soil & Water Conservation Engineering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| B-06 | Senior Scientist – Microbiology | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| C-01 | Scientist – Agronomy | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| C-02 | Scientist – Genetics & Plant Breeding | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| C-03 | Scientist – Entomology | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| C-04 | Scientist – Plant Pathology | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| C-05 | Scientist – Agricultural Engineering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| C-06 | Scientist – Biochemistry | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| C-07 | Scientist – Phytochemistry | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 18 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 28 | |
Pay Scale & Age Limits
| Position | Pay Level | Indicative Basic Pay Range | Reported Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Scientist | 14A | ₹1,44,200–₹2,18,200 | 62 years |
| Senior Scientist | 13A | ₹1,31,400–₹2,17,200 | 50 years |
| Scientist | 10A | ₹57,700–₹1,82,400 | 40 years |
Age relaxations, salary allowances and final eligibility are governed by the official advertisement.
Discipline-wise Educational Eligibility
Agronomy: Relevant postgraduate degree in Agronomy; additional qualifications, research record and experience vary by level.
Genetics & Plant Breeding: Relevant postgraduate degree in Genetics and Plant Breeding or accepted equivalent, subject to official eligibility clauses.
Entomology: M.Sc. (Agriculture) in Entomology or accepted qualification.
Plant Pathology: M.Sc. (Agriculture) in Plant Pathology or accepted qualification.
Agricultural Engineering: Relevant B.Tech./B.E. and M.Tech./M.E. in the engineering specialisations permitted in the notification.
Biochemistry: Relevant postgraduate qualification in Biochemistry, Agricultural Biochemistry, Plant Biochemistry or accepted allied discipline.
Phytochemistry: Relevant postgraduate degree in Phytochemistry, Pharmacognosy, Phyto-Pharmacy, Phyto-Medicine or accepted allied subject.
Microbiology / Soil & Water Conservation Engineering / Chief Scientist: Check the exact higher-degree, experience, publication and discipline-specific criteria in the original advertisement.
Reservation & Selection
Published recruitment summaries report reservation under Madhya Pradesh rules, including provisions for women and persons with benchmark disabilities. Reservation eligibility and domicile conditions must be verified in the official notice.
Selection requirements may differ by post. Candidates should check the detailed scorecard, interview and any Competence Evaluation Test (CET) provisions in the notification rather than assuming the same selection process for all posts.
How to Apply Online
- Open the official MPOnline RVSKVV recruitment portal.
- Choose Chief Scientist, Senior Scientist or Scientist under Advertisement No. 40.
- Read the relevant post code and discipline eligibility carefully.
- Complete the online form and upload required documents.
- Pay the applicable fee shown on the official portal.
- Submit before 16 November 2026 and retain the confirmation receipt.
Important: Online applications only. No hard copy is accepted according to the recruitment summary.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
28 positions: 1 Chief Scientist, 13 Senior Scientist and 14 Scientist.
Which subjects have the highest number of posts?
Agronomy and Genetics & Plant Breeding each account for seven positions across the Senior Scientist and Scientist categories.
What is the last date?
16 November 2026, according to the official MPOnline application portal.
Can applicants from outside Madhya Pradesh apply?
Published summaries indicate that applicants from other states are considered under the Unreserved category. Verify the official domicile and eligibility provisions.
