RLBCAU Teaching and Non Teaching Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 75 Posts

Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University (RLBCAU), Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh has released a comprehensive recruitment notification numbered RLBCAU/01/2026 for the selection of highly qualified candidates to fill 75 prestigious positions across Statutory, Teaching, and Non-Teaching categories. This recruitment represents a significant opportunity for academics, researchers, and administrative professionals to join one of India's premier agricultural universities. RLBCAU, established under the Central Agricultural Universities Act 1992, is a leading institution dedicated to agricultural education, research, and extension activities. The university operates multiple constituent colleges and research stations across Bundelkhand region, focusing on agricultural sciences, veterinary sciences, home science, and related disciplines. This recruitment aims to strengthen the university's academic and administrative infrastructure to better serve its educational and research mission. ## Comprehensive Vacancy Overview The 75 positions span three distinct categories, each with specific qualification and experience requirements. Under Statutory Positions, the university is recruiting for 1 post of Registrar and 1 post of Dean for the College of Veterinary & Animal Science. These are tenure-based positions carrying significant administrative and academic leadership responsibilities. The Teaching category comprises 72 positions distributed between Associate Professor and Assistant Professor levels. Specifically, 29 positions are for Associate Professor across various disciplines including agricultural sciences, veterinary sciences, basic sciences, and allied subjects. Additionally, 43 positions are designated for Assistant Professor covering diverse specializations required for the university's academic programs. The Non-Teaching category includes 1 position of Assistant Registrar with specialization in either Academic or Establishment matters, requiring candidates with administrative expertise and understanding of university governance systems. ## Eligibility Criteria for Statutory Positions For the Registrar position, candidates should preferably be below 57 years of age as on the last date of application. Essential qualifications include a Master's degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks or equivalent grade, along with 15 years of experience in administration and management in universities, research institutions, or government organizations at senior levels. Desirable qualifications include experience in financial management, academic administration, and familiarity with UGC/ICAR regulations. The Dean position for College of Veterinary & Animal Science requires candidates preferably below 57 years of age, possessing recognized veterinary qualifications with B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree, post-graduate qualifications in relevant veterinary disciplines, and substantial experience in veterinary education, research, and administration at professor level or equivalent. ## Teaching Positions: Associate Professor Requirements For Associate Professor in non-veterinary disciplines, candidates must possess a Doctoral degree in the relevant subject including basic sciences. Essential requirements include eight years of teaching, research, or extension experience in the relevant subject at specified pay levels, evidence of published research work with good academic record, and active participation in university activities. Published research contributions are critically evaluated, with emphasis on papers in journals having NAAS (National Academy of Agricultural Sciences) rating above 4.0. Candidates should demonstrate significant contributions to knowledge generation, technology development, or pedagogical innovations in their respective fields. Associate Professor positions in veterinary disciplines require recognized veterinary qualification, B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree with at least 55% marks, Master's degree in relevant veterinary discipline with at least 55% marks, Doctoral degree in relevant subject, eight years of relevant experience, and documented contributions to veterinary education and research evidenced by quality publications. ## Teaching Positions: Assistant Professor Criteria Assistant Professor positions in non-veterinary disciplines require Master's degree in relevant discipline with at least 60% marks or equivalent grade. Candidates must possess evidence of qualifying ICAR-ASRB National Eligibility Test (NET) or UGC-CSIR NET. Alternatively, candidates with Doctorate degree in relevant subject along with two published research papers in journals with NAAS rating above 4.0 are also eligible. For Assistant Professor in veterinary disciplines, essential qualifications include recognized veterinary qualification, B.V.Sc. & A.H. degree with at least 60% marks, Master's degree in relevant veterinary discipline with at least 60% marks, and either NET qualification or Doctorate degree with qualifying publications. The university emphasizes appointing faculty members who demonstrate not only academic excellence but also commitment to student mentorship, research productivity, and extension activities connecting with farming communities. ## Non-Teaching Position Requirements The Assistant Registrar position requires candidates preferably below 40 years of age with Master's degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks, along with 8 years of administrative experience in universities, educational institutions, or government organizations. Desirable qualifications include knowledge of university administration, financial rules, establishment matters, and computer proficiency. ## Salary Structure and Pay Scales All positions follow the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix. The Registrar and Dean positions are placed at Level 14, which is a senior administrative and academic leadership scale. Associate Professor positions are at Level 13A, reflecting their academic seniority and research contributions. Assistant Professor positions are at Level 10A, the entry-level scale for faculty in central universities. The Assistant Registrar position is at Level 10, appropriate for mid-level administrative responsibilities. In addition to basic pay, appointees receive standard allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, and other benefits as per central government norms. Faculty members also have access to research grants, housing facilities on campus (subject to availability), medical benefits, leave travel concession, and pension benefits. ## Application Process and Timeline The online application process commenced on January 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM and will continue until February 21, 2026, till 5:00 PM. Candidates must apply exclusively through the official RLBCAU website at www.rlbcau.ac.in. The application involves registering on the recruitment portal, filling in comprehensive personal and professional details, uploading required documents, and paying non-refundable application fees online. After submitting the online application, candidates must also send a hard copy of the application along with all supporting documents to the Registrar, RLBCAU, Jhansi. The hard copy must reach the university by February 28, 2026, till 5:00 PM. The envelope should be clearly super-scribed with "Application for the post [NAME OF POST]" and "Post Code [CODE]". ## Document Requirements Mandatory documents for upload and postal submission include recent passport-size photograph, signature, all educational certificates and mark sheets from 10th standard onwards, experience certificates with detailed job descriptions, caste certificate (if claiming reservation), No Objection Certificate from current employer (if applicable), proof of date of birth, publication list with details of journals and NAAS ratings, NET scorecard or equivalent, and any awards or recognitions received. ## Selection Procedure The selection process is rigorous and multi-staged. Initially, applications are screened for eligibility compliance. Eligible candidates are then shortlisted based on academic credentials, research publications, teaching experience, and other achievements. The shortlisting ratio generally does not exceed 1:20 and is not less than 1:3 for each post, subject to candidates securing at least 60% marks in the screening process. The university may adopt additional shortlisting criteria such as higher qualifications (like D.Sc. or post-doctoral experience), international publications, patents, research projects handled, or desirable qualifications to restrict the number of candidates called for interview. Shortlisted candidates are invited for personal interview and presentation before the Selection Committee. For Associate Professor and above positions, the weightage is 70% for score card (academic record, publications, experience) and 30% for interview performance. For Assistant Professor positions, the weightage is 80% for score card and 20% for interview. The interview assesses candidates' subject knowledge, research vision, teaching philosophy, communication skills, and commitment to the university's mission. Candidates may be asked to make presentations on their research work or teaching methodology. ## Reservation Policy The university follows Government of India reservation policy for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Economically Weaker Sections, and Persons with Disabilities as per applicable rules. Candidates claiming reservation must submit valid certificates issued by competent authorities in prescribed formats. This RLBCAU recruitment 2026 offers exceptional opportunities for qualified professionals to contribute to agricultural education and research while advancing their careers in a prestigious central university. Interested candidates should carefully review the detailed notification available on the official website and ensure timely submission of complete applications.