TANUVAS Young Professional Recruitment 2026 – Walkin

A walk-in interview for the position of Young Professional (One Post) under the Farm Forward, USA funded research project on "Participatory assessment of context specific livestock extension model promoting sustainable livestock farming at Nilgiri district" is scheduled to be held on 05.11.2026 (Thursday) 10:00 AM at the Department of Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education, Veterinary College and Research Institute, Udumalpet. The duration of engagement is for ten months with a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 30,000/- per month. No House Rent Allowance (HRA) will be paid.

TANUVAS Young Professional Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue

About TANUVAS Young Professional

This recruitment is conducted by Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University at the Veterinary College and Research Institute in Udumalpet. Notification Number: / VCRI- UDP / Farm Forward funded project /VCRI/UDP/2026, dated 22.10.2026. The engagement is tied to a Farm Forward, USA funded research project focused on participatory assessment of context-specific livestock extension models in the Nilgiri district of Tamil Nadu. The selected candidate will be engaged on a temporary basis for a period of ten months.

Posts and Eligibility

Desired / Preferred qualifications:

• Postgraduate degree in Veterinary Sciences/ Agricultural Sciences / Biological / Chemistry or a related discipline from a recognized university or equivalent institution
• Research experience in the design, organization and execution of data collection in dairy / livestock farming
• Experience in community engagement and mobilization of farmers for stakeholder meetings / field demonstrations / outreach programmes
• Exposure in organising and conducting field survey and sample drawing works
• Proficiency in research data management and statistical analysis, along with computer skills

TANUVAS Young Professional Job Description

• Collection of data on farmers, animals and frequent travel stay at Nilgiri district of Tamil Nadu
• Data Collection
• Maintenance of records related to the project
• Data analysis, report preparation, publication and presentation of research findings
• Arrangement of stakeholder workshop and other meetings

Age Limit

The minimum age will be 21 years and maximum 45 years with relaxation as per rules.

What to Bring

• A hard copy of the application along with attachments (self-attested copies of all documentary evidence / proof)
• Original Certificates to be produced at the time of interview
• Certified copies issued by the custodian of concerned certificates if original certificates are not available
• Photo identity issued by State / Central Govt. or Head of the institution

What Happens on the Day

Reporting time is 9:00 A.M., and candidates will not be allowed after the start of the written test. A written test will be conducted for a duration of 30 minutes with maximum of 30 marks. The syllabus includes data collection techniques and tribal sociology, etc. A minimum mark to be secured for attending the interview is 50 %. The pattern will be multiple choice questions. The medium of selection process in English. The candidate will be also evaluated for computer skills with maximum of five marks followed by an interview will be conducted.

Important Instructions

• No TA / DA will be paid for attending the interview. The candidates have to make their own arrangements for transport, boarding and lodging etc.
• Individual communication will not be sent to any candidate for attending interview.
• Selection Procedure: The selection will be based on marks scored in the written test, educational qualifications - both essential and desirable qualifications, research / work experience, additional skills, recognitions, and performance in the interview.
• Applicants should submit "No Objection Certificate" if already employed. Candidates should ensure their eligibility for the position before applying. Documentary evidence to be produced for all claims made in the application form. Any request with respect to change of date / time of interview will not be entertained.
• The appointment is made purely on temporary basis and the individuals shouldn't claim any University (TANUVAS) service later.
• The decision of the Selection Committee in all matters relating to eligibility, work experience, acceptance or rejection of application will be final and binding on the candidates and no enquiry or correspondence will be entertained from any individual.
• After announcement of the results, the candidate should join the post immediately. No extension of joining time will be allowed. If a candidate fails to join in stipulated time, the next candidate in the merit list will be called for joining the post. The individuals have to make own arrangements with respect to boarding and lodging after joining the post.
• A medical fitness certificate has to be produced at the time of joining the said post.
• A valid driving license for driving two-wheeler is must at the time of joining the said post.
• The individual has to give prior intimation of 30 days before leaving the job.

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