KVAFSU Teaching Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply Online for Professor, Associate Professor & Assistant Professor Posts
The Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University (KVAFSU) has officially released the KVAFSU Teaching Recruitment 2026 Notification for various Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts. Candidates who are looking for Karnataka Government Teaching Jobs in the Veterinary, Dairy, Fisheries, and Animal Sciences sectors can utilize this excellent opportunity.Â
The recruitment notification has been released for both Kalyana Karnataka Cadre (371-J) and Residual Parent Cadre posts. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official recruitment portal of KVAFSU before the last date. The university is inviting online applications from qualified candidates for multiple teaching vacancies in different disciplines such as Veterinary Anatomy, Veterinary Medicine, Dairy Technology, Fisheries Science, Veterinary Surgery, Animal Genetics, and more.
Candidates interested in teaching careers in Karnataka Veterinary and Fisheries Sciences institutions should carefully read the complete notification including eligibility criteria, salary structure, age limit, reservation details, application fee, selection process, and important instructions before submitting the online application form.
KVAFSU Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University (KVAFSU) |
|---|---|
| Notification Name | KVAFSU Teaching Recruitment 2026 |
| Post Name | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 96 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Karnataka |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Starting Date to Apply | 22 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 June 2026 |
| Salary | ₹57,700 to ₹2,18,200 |
| Category | Government Jobs |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 21 May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 22 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 20 June 2026 |
According to the official notification, online applications will commence from 22.05.2026 at 10:00 AM and candidates can submit their applications till 20.06.2026 up to 5:00 PM.
KVAFSU Vacancy Details 2026
The recruitment includes vacancies under Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor categories.
Professor Posts – Kalyana Karnataka Cadre
| Subject | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Anatomy | 1 |
| Veterinary Physiology/Veterinary Biochemistry | 1 |
| Livestock Product Technology | 1 |
| Veterinary Microbiology | 1 |
| Veterinary Pathology | 1 |
| Animal Genetics and Breeding | 1 |
| Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | 1 |
| Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology | 1 |
| Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics | 1 |
| Veterinary Parasitology | 1 |
| Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | 1 |
| Dairy Technology | 1 |
| Dairy Engineering | 1 |
| Aquaculture | 1 |
| Total | 14 |
Professor Posts – Residual Parent Cadre
| Subject | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Anatomy | 1 |
| Veterinary Physiology & Biochemistry | 2 |
| Livestock Production Management | 1 |
| Livestock Farm Complex | 1 |
| Veterinary Clinical Complex | 1 |
| Total | 6 |
Associate Professor Posts – Kalyana Karnataka Cadre
| Subject | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Anatomy | 1 |
| Veterinary Physiology / Veterinary Biochemistry | 1 |
| Veterinary Pathology | 1 |
| Animal Genetics and Breeding | 1 |
| Animal Nutrition | 1 |
| Livestock Production Management | 2 |
| Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics | 2 |
| Veterinary Medicine | 2 |
| Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | 2 |
| Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | 1 |
| Dairy Technology | 1 |
| Dairy Engineering | 1 |
| Dairy Chemistry | 1 |
| Fish Processing Technology | 1 |
| Total | 18 |
Associate Professor Posts – Residual Parent Cadre
| Subject | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Anatomy | 1 |
| Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry | 1 |
| Livestock Production & Management | 1 |
| Veterinary Clinical Complex | 1 |
| Total | 4 |
Assistant Professor Posts – Kalyana Karnataka Cadre
| Subject | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Anatomy | 2 |
| Livestock Production Management | 1 |
| Veterinary Microbiology | 1 |
| Veterinary Pathology | 1 |
| Animal Genetics and Breeding | 1 |
| Animal Nutrition | 1 |
| Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology | 1 |
| Veterinary Public Health and Epidemiology | 2 |
| Veterinary Parasitology | 1 |
| Livestock Product Technology | 1 |
| Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | 2 |
| Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | 1 |
| Veterinary Medicine | 1 |
| Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics | 2 |
| Fish Processing Technology | 1 |
| Dairy Technology | 2 |
| Dairy Engineering | 2 |
| Dairy Economics & Business Management | 1 |
| Dairy Chemistry | 1 |
| Total | 25 |
Assistant Professor Posts – Residual Parent Cadre
| Subject | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Anatomy | 4 |
| Veterinary Physiology & Biochemistry | 2 |
| Livestock Production Management | 4 |
| Veterinary Microbiology | 1 |
| Veterinary Pathology | 2 |
| Animal Genetics and Breeding | 1 |
| Animal Nutrition | 1 |
| Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology | 1 |
| Veterinary Public Health and Epidemiology | 1 |
| Veterinary Parasitology | 1 |
| Livestock Product Technology | 2 |
| Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | 1 |
| Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | 1 |
| Veterinary Medicine | 1 |
| Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics | 1 |
| Livestock Farm Complex | 3 |
| Veterinary Clinical Complex | 2 |
| Total | 29 |
Salary Details
KVAFSU offers attractive salary packages according to the 2016 ICAR/UGC Pay Scale.
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Professor | ₹1,44,200 – ₹2,18,200 |
| Associate Professor | ₹1,31,400 – ₹2,17,100 |
| Assistant Professor | ₹57,700 – ₹1,82,400 |
Educational Qualification
Professor
Candidates must possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science/Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry/Dairy Science/Fisheries Science.
- Master’s Degree with at least 55% marks.
- Ph.D. in concerned/allied subject.
- Minimum 10 years teaching/research/extension experience.
- Minimum 10 research publications in NAAS rated/UGC listed journals.
Associate Professor
Candidates should have:
- Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline.
- Master’s Degree with minimum 55% marks.
- Ph.D. degree in concerned subject.
- Minimum 8 years teaching/research/extension experience.
- Minimum 7 publications in NAAS rated/UGC listed journals.
- Knowledge of Kannada is mandatory.
Assistant Professor
Applicants must possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Science/Dairy Science/Fisheries Science.
- Master’s Degree with minimum 55% marks.
- NET/SLET/SET qualification or Ph.D exemption as per UGC rules.
- Knowledge of Kannada is mandatory.
Age Limit
The age limit is applicable only for Assistant Professor posts.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General Merit | 40 Years |
| 2A/2B/3A/3B | 43 Years |
| SC/ST/Cat-I | 45 Years |
Age relaxation for in-service candidates and reserved categories will be applicable as per Karnataka Government rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| GM / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B | ₹1000 |
| SC / ST / Cat-I | ₹500 |
The application fee must be paid online during the application process.
Selection Process
The selection process will be based on:
- Screening of Applications
- Academic Score Card Evaluation
- Research Publications Assessment
- Shortlisting
- Interview
- Document Verification
The university will prepare the provisional selection list according to Karnataka Act No. 1 of 2019.
How to Apply for KVAFSU Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website of KVAFSU.
- Open the Recruitment Portal.
- Register using valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill the online application form carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature, educational certificates, caste certificate, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the application receipt for future use.
The notification clearly mentions that candidates should ensure all uploaded documents are visible and readable. Incomplete applications or blurred documents may lead to rejection.
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Separate applications are required for each post.
- Only online applications will be accepted.
- Kannada language knowledge is mandatory.
- Candidates belonging to Kalyana Karnataka region can apply for both local and residual cadre posts.
- Reservation certificates must be uploaded in prescribed formats.
- Physically challenged candidates must submit medical certificates.
- Candidates should carefully verify eligibility before applying.
- Any correction or update regarding recruitment will be available only on the official website.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying online:
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- SSLC/10th Marks Card
- Degree Certificates
- Postgraduate Certificates
- Ph.D Certificates (if applicable)
- NET/SLET/SET Certificate
- Experience Certificates
- Caste Certificate
- Rural Certificate
- Non-Creamy Layer Certificate
- Kannada Language Certificate
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Research Publications Details
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Recruitment Portal | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
The KVAFSU Teaching Recruitment 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for highly qualified candidates seeking teaching and research positions in Karnataka. With vacancies available for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor posts across Veterinary, Dairy, and Fisheries disciplines, this recruitment drive is expected to attract a large number of applicants.
Candidates are advised to apply well before the last date to avoid last-minute technical issues. They should carefully read all instructions, verify eligibility criteria, and upload proper documents during the application process.
Interested candidates should complete the online application process before 20 June 2026 and regularly check the official website for updates related to interviews, shortlisting, and further recruitment stages.
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