Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) has released an official notification inviting applications from eligible candidates for the Young Professional-II (YP-II) post under the project titled “Monitoring of Pesticide Residues at National Level (MPRNL)”.
There is 1 vacancy available for the mentioned position on a contractual basis. Candidates holding M.Sc qualification in relevant subjects can apply before 12-05-2026 (5.00 PM). Required qualification, experience, and other details are given below. Candidates are advised to check all details carefully before submitting the application.
Overview of SKUAST Kashmir Young Professional-II Recruitment 2026
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in the table below.
| Organisation | Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Monitoring of Pesticide Residues at National Level (MPRNL) |
| Post Name | Young Professional-II (YP-II) |
| No. of Posts | 01 |
| Category | Project Based |
| Type | Contractual (Co-terminus with project) |
| Job Location | Research Centre for Residue and Quality Analysis (RCRQA), Shalimar, Srinagar |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Selection Process | Interview |
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates related to this recruitment.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 28-04-2026 |
| Last Date of Application Submission | 12-05-2026 (5.00 PM) |
| Interview Date | To be communicated later |
Vacancy Details of SKUAST Kashmir Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Young Professional-II (YP-II) | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria of Young Professional-II Vacancies
Educational Qualification: Candidates must have M.Sc in any of the following subjects:
- Chemistry
- Agricultural Chemicals
- Analytical Chemistry
- Entomology
- Plant Pathology
- Micro-biology
Desirable Experience:
- Two years research experience in an NABL accredited laboratory
- Must be well versed in sample preparation and method validation
- Experience in handling instruments such as LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS and HPLC
- One research publication on pesticide residues with NAAS score above 4.0
- Training in the relevant field is desirable
Age Limit:
Age limit is not mentioned in the notification.
Salary Details:
Selected candidate will receive Rs. 42,000 per month (Consolidated).
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit the application form in the prescribed format along with self-attested copies of relevant certificates, experience documents, publications and brief CV.
Applications must be submitted on or before 12-05-2026 (5.00 PM) at the following office:
Research Centre for Residue and Quality Analysis (RCRQA)
Faculty of Horticulture
Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Kashmir
Shalimar, Srinagar – 190025
Candidates should also attach a passport size photograph with the application form. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
SKUAST Kashmir Official Notification & Application Form
Official Notification & Application Form: DOWNLOAD PDF
Application Form: Prescribed format provided in notification
Official Email: hodrcrqa@skuastkashmir.ac.in.