The College of Food Technology (CoFT), Yavatmal, under Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth (PDKV), Akola, has released an official recruitment notification (Advt No. AD/CoFT/Estt/Advt./444/2026). Applications are invited for 12 purely contractual and Clock Hour Basis (CHB) vacancies, including Assistant Professor (Food Tech, Business Management, Physical Education), Assistant Librarian, and CHB Teachers. Eligible candidates must submit their offline applications in hard copy format to the college on or before October 13, 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview on October 19, 2026. Candidates are advised to read the complete notification on ‘rojgar khabar’ carefully before applying offline to ensure they meet all educational and experience criteria.
CoFT Yavatmal Various Posts Recruitment 2026 Details
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | AD/CoFT/Estt/Advt./444/2026 |
| Application Begin | 30-09-2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Offline | 13-10-2026 (Up to 05:00 PM) |
| Online Interview Date | 19-10-2026 (From 11:00 AM onwards) |
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to confirm from the Dr. PDKV official website.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ Nil |
| SC / ST / PH | ₹ Nil |
| All Category Female | ₹ Nil |
| Payment Mode | No Application Fee Mentioned |
Dr. PDKV CoFT Yavatmal Recruitment 2026: Age Limit as on 13-10-2026
- Minimum Age: Not explicitly specified (Standard employment age applies).
- Maximum Age: Age limits will be governed by Dr. PDKV Akola university norms for contractual and CHB teaching staff.
- Age Relaxation Extra as per Dr. PDKV Recruitment Rules.
Dr. PDKV CoFT Yavatmal Vacancy Details 2026 : Total 12 Posts
(Note: All positions are purely on a contractual basis for 11 months or on a Clock Hour Basis).
| Post Type | Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Contractual (11 Months) | Assistant Professor (Food Technology) | 05 |
| Assistant Professor (Food Business/Market Management) | 01 | |
| Assistant Professor (Physical Education) | 01 | |
| Assistant Librarian | 01 | |
| Clock Hour Basis (CHB) | Mathematics (Deficiency Course) | 01 |
| Engineering Drawing & Graphics | 01 | |
| Agricultural Informatics and Artificial Intelligence | 01 | |
| Engineering Mathematics-II | 01 | |
| Total | 12 Posts |
Post Name and Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria & Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor (Food Technology) | • Education: M.Tech. (Food Technology) with NET/SET OR Ph.D. in Relevant Discipline. • Remuneration: Consolidated Rs. 45,000/- per month. |
| Assistant Professor (Food Business/Market Management) | • Education: MBA (Food Business/Market Management) with M.Tech. (Food Technology) with NET/SET OR Ph.D. in Relevant Discipline. • Remuneration: Consolidated Rs. 45,000/- per month. |
| Assistant Professor (Physical Education) | • Education: M.P.Ed. with NET/SET OR Ph.D. in Relevant Discipline. • Remuneration: Consolidated Rs. 45,000/- per month. |
| Assistant Librarian | • Education: M.Lib. with NET/SET OR Ph.D. in Relevant Discipline. • Remuneration: Consolidated Rs. 25,000/- per month. |
| CHB Teacher (Mathematics & Engg Maths-II) | • Education: M.Sc. (Mathematics) with NET/SET/SLET/Ph.D. in Relevant Discipline. • Remuneration: Theory 1 Hr = Rs. 1000/-, Practical 2 Hr = Rs. 2000/-. |
| CHB Teacher (Engg Drawing & Graphics) | • Education: M.Tech/ME (IT/CSE/Mechanical Engineering) with NET/SET/SLET/Ph.D. in Relevant Discipline. • Remuneration: As per CHB rates above. |
| CHB Teacher (Agri Informatics & AI) | • Education: M.Tech/ME (IT/CSE) with NET/SET/SLET/Ph.D. in Relevant Discipline. • Remuneration: As per CHB rates above. |
(Preference will be given to candidates having relevant experience and higher qualifications. Relaxation in qualifications may be given for CHB posts if suitable candidates are not available).
Mode of Selection Process
The selection process for CoFT Yavatmal Faculty Recruitment 2026 involves:
- Application Screening: Hardcopy applications will be scrutinized, and candidates will be shortlisted based on qualifications (NET/SET/Ph.D.) and experience.
- Online Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via Email/WhatsApp regarding the link and process for the online interview scheduled for October 19, 2026.
- Document Verification: Selected candidates must produce one set of attested xerox copies along with original testimonials/documents for physical verification at the time of joining.
How To Apply Offline for Dr. PDKV CoFT Yavatmal Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria must submit their applications via hard copy to the college address. Follow these steps:
- Step 1: Visit the official Dr. PDKV website at www.pdkv.ac.in.
- Step 2: Go to the “Recruitment” tab and download the prescribed application proforma.
- Step 3: Fill out the application form completely with your personal, educational, and experience details.
- Step 4: Sign the application form. Keep your original documents ready (to be submitted later if selected).
- Step 5: Submit the duly signed application in hard copy (in person or via post) to the Office of the Associate Dean, College of Food Technology, Waghapur Road, Yavatmal.
- Step 6: Ensure your application reaches the office on or before the working day of October 13, 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
- Note: Ensure your Email ID and WhatsApp number are accurately mentioned in the form, as interview links will be sent directly to shortlisted candidates.
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| Official Website | https://www.pdkv.ac.in |
Important Question about recruitment (FAQ)
Q1: What is the last date to submit the application for CoFT Yavatmal? The last date to submit the hard copy of the application is October 13, 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
Q2: How will the interview be conducted? The interview for shortlisted candidates will be conducted via Online Mode on October 19, 2026, starting at 11:00 AM. Links will be shared via Email/WhatsApp.
Q3: Can I email my application? No, the official notification specifically states that candidates must submit a duly signed application in “hard copy” format to the college.
Q4: Is this a permanent government job? No, these posts are purely on a temporary/contractual basis for 11 months or on a Clock Hour Basis (CHB).
Q5: What is the salary for the Assistant Professor (Food Technology) post? Selected candidates for the Contractual Assistant Professor post will receive a consolidated monthly pay of Rs. 45,000/-.
