Karnataka Veterinary, Animal, and Fisheries Sciences University (KVAFSU) is inviting online applications to fill 96 teaching positions. These vacancies include Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor roles across various academic departments.
The online application portal opened on 22/05/2026, and all interested candidates must submit their forms before the deadline on 20/06/2026. Detailed eligibility criteria, salary structure, and selection methods can be found on the official website https://www.kvafsu.edu.in.
Notification Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University (KVAFSU) |
| Notification No. | No.R/KVAFSU/Rectt/Teaching Posts/2026-27 dated 21/05/2026 |
| Post Names | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Cadres | Kalyana Karnataka Cadre (371-J) and Residual Parent Cadre |
| Total Vacancies | 96 posts (Professor: 20, Associate Professor: 22, Assistant Professor: 54) |
| Pay Scale | Professor: Rs. 1,44,200–2,18,200 Associate Professor: Rs. 1,31,400–2,17,100 Assistant Professor: Rs. 57,700–1,82,400 |
| Job Type | Regular / Permanent Teaching Posts |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Selection Mode | Score Card / Academic Score-based Shortlisting → Document Verification → Interview |
| Commencement of Online Application | 22-05-2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Online Application | 20-06-2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Official Website | https://www.kvafsu.edu.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 21/05/2026 |
| Commencement of Online Application | 22-05-2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Online Submission | 20-06-2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Eligibility Determined As On | 20-06-2026 |
| Document Verification / Interview Date | To be notified |
KVAFSU Teaching Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
A total of 96 Teaching posts are distributed across the Kalyana Karnataka Cadre and the Residual Parent Cadre.
Professor Posts – Kalyana Karnataka Cadre
| Sl. No. | Name of the Subject | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Veterinary Anatomy | 1 |
| 2 | Veterinary Physiology / Veterinary Biochemistry | 1 |
| 3 | Livestock Product Technology | 1 |
| 4 | Veterinary Microbiology | 1 |
| 5 | Veterinary Pathology | 1 |
| 6 | Animal Genetics and Breeding | 1 |
| 7 | Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | 1 |
| 8 | Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology | 1 |
| 9 | Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics | 1 |
| 10 | Veterinary Parasitology | 1 |
| 11 | Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | 1 |
| 12 | Dairy Technology | 1 |
| 13 | Dairy Engineering | 1 |
| 14 | Aquaculture | 1 |
| Total | 14 |
Professor Posts – Residual Parent Cadre
| Sl. No. | Name of the Subject | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Veterinary Anatomy | 1 |
| 2 | Veterinary Physiology & Biochemistry | 2 |
| 3 | Livestock Production Management | 1 |
| 4 | Livestock Farm Complex | 1 |
| 5 | Veterinary Clinical Complex | 1 |
| Total | 6 |
Associate Professor Posts – Kalyana Karnataka Cadre
| Sl. No. | Name of the Subject | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Veterinary Anatomy | 1 |
| 2 | Veterinary Physiology / Veterinary Biochemistry | 1 |
| 3 | Veterinary Pathology | 1 |
| 4 | Animal Genetics and Breeding | 1 |
| 5 | Animal Nutrition | 1 |
| 6 | Livestock Production Management | 2 |
| 7 | Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics | 2 |
| 8 | Veterinary Medicine | 2 |
| 9 | Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | 2 |
| 10 | Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | 1 |
| 11 | Dairy Technology | 1 |
| 12 | Dairy Engineering | 1 |
| 13 | Dairy Chemistry | 1 |
| 14 | Fish Processing Technology | 1 |
| Total | 18 |
Associate Professor Posts – Residual Parent Cadre
| Sl. No. | Name of the Subject | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Veterinary Anatomy | 1 |
| 2 | Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry | 1 |
| 3 | Livestock Production & Management | 1 |
| 4 | Veterinary Clinical Complex | 1 |
| Total | 4 |
Assistant Professor Posts – Kalyana Karnataka Cadre
| Sl. No. | Name of the Subject | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Veterinary Anatomy | 2 |
| 2 | Livestock Production Management | 1 |
| 3 | Veterinary Microbiology | 1 |
| 4 | Veterinary Pathology | 1 |
| 5 | Animal Genetics and Breeding | 1 |
| 6 | Animal Nutrition | 1 |
| 7 | Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology | 1 |
| 8 | Veterinary Public Health and Epidemiology | 2 |
| 9 | Veterinary Parasitology | 1 |
| 10 | Livestock Product Technology | 1 |
| 11 | Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | 2 |
| 12 | Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | 1 |
| 13 | Veterinary Medicine | 1 |
| 14 | Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics | 2 |
| 15 | Fish Processing Technology | 1 |
| 16 | Dairy Technology | 2 |
| 17 | Dairy Engineering | 2 |
| 18 | Dairy Economics & Business Management | 1 |
| 19 | Dairy Chemistry | 1 |
| Total | 25 |
Assistant Professor Posts – Residual Parent Cadre
| Sl. No. | Name of the Subject | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Veterinary Anatomy | 4 |
| 2 | Veterinary Physiology & Biochemistry | 2 |
| 3 | Livestock Production Management | 4 |
| 4 | Veterinary Microbiology | 1 |
| 5 | Veterinary Pathology | 2 |
| 6 | Animal Genetics and Breeding | 1 |
| 7 | Animal Nutrition | 1 |
| 8 | Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology | 1 |
| 9 | Veterinary Public Health and Epidemiology | 1 |
| 10 | Veterinary Parasitology | 1 |
| 11 | Livestock Product Technology | 2 |
| 12 | Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education | 1 |
| 13 | Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | 1 |
| 14 | Veterinary Medicine | 1 |
| 15 | Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics | 1 |
| 16 | Livestock Farm Complex | 3 |
| 17 | Veterinary Clinical Complex | 2 |
| Total | 29 |
KVAFSU Teaching Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Applicants in the Veterinary Science field must possess valid registration with the Karnataka Veterinary Council or the Veterinary Council of India. Knowledge of Kannada is mandatory. Candidates who did not study Kannada at the SSLC level must pass a language test prior to the interview stage.
| Post | Essential Qualifications | Experience Required |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | 1. Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science or related fields. 2. Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST) in the relevant subject. 3. Ph.D. degree with at least 10 research publications in recognized journals. 4. Minimum score as per prescribed scorecard. |
10 years of relevant experience, including 2 years in the Associate Professor cadre. |
| Associate Professor | 1. Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science or related fields. 2. Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST) in the relevant subject. 3. Ph.D. degree with a good academic record. 4. Minimum score as per prescribed scorecard. |
8 years of relevant experience with at least 7 publications in recognized journals. |
| Assistant Professor | 1. Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science or related fields. 2. Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST) in the relevant subject. 3. Cleared NET or hold a Ph.D. as per UGC regulations. |
NET/Ph.D. qualifications must be met. |
KVAFSU Teaching Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
Age limits are calculated as of 20-06-2026. Age restrictions apply only to Assistant Professor posts; there is no specified age limit for Professor and Associate Professor positions.
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General Merit (UR) | 40 years |
| 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B categories | 43 years |
| SC, ST and Cat-I categories | 45 years |
| In-service candidates | As per Government of Karnataka orders |
Application Fee
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online. A separate application and fee are required for each post applied for. Download the payment receipt for presentation during document verification.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| GM / 2A / 2B / 3A / 3B categories | Rs. 1,000/- |
| SC / ST / Cat-I categories | Rs. 500/- |
Selection Process
The direct recruitment procedure involves the following stages:
- Shortlisting: Applications are reviewed, and candidates are shortlisted based on their Academic Scorecard.
- Kannada Language Test: Required only for candidates who did not study Kannada at the SSLC level.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted applicants must produce original documents and self-attested copies.
- Interview: Qualified candidates will proceed to the final interview stage.
How to Apply for KVAFSU Teaching Recruitment 2026
Candidates must submit their applications exclusively via the KVAFSU Recruitment Portal.
Step 1: Click the official apply link below to access the KVAFSU online registration portal. Complete the form, upload necessary documents under 500 KB, and pay the appropriate application fee before final submission.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Official Notification PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
| Application Portal | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is the deadline to submit the online application for KVAFSU teaching posts? Ans. You have until June 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM to submit your application and complete the process online.
Q2. What is the total number of open teaching positions? Ans. KVAFSU is currently looking to fill 96 vacancies, which are split across Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor roles.
Q3. What kind of qualifications do I need to apply for these university roles? Ans. Generally, you’ll need a relevant Bachelor’s and Master’s degree. For the more senior Professor and Associate Professor roles, you are also required to hold a Ph.D. and meet specific experience criteria in your field.
Q4. How much do I need to pay for the application fee? Ans. General and OBC category applicants must pay a ₹1,000 application fee, while SC and ST candidates have a reduced fee of ₹500.
Q5. Can you explain the selection process for these faculty positions? Ans. The university will first shortlist candidates based on an academic scorecard. If you make the cut, you’ll be called in for document verification followed by an interview.
Q6. Are there any age restrictions I should be aware of? Ans. Yes, the age limit applies specifically to Assistant Professor positions, capping at 40 years for General category candidates. Reserved categories receive standard age relaxations.
Q7. Where do I go to access the full notification and apply? Ans. You can read the comprehensive notification PDF and access the online application portal directly through the official KVAFSU website at kvafsu.edu.in.
