SKUAST Kashmir Recruitment 2026

The Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K), through its Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC)-supported E-YUVA Centre, invites applications from eligible and interested candidates for a walk-in interview for the position of Office Assistant (Contractual).

The position is available under the project titled “SKUAST K Innovation, Incubation & Entrepreneurship Centre (SKIIE)”, under the supervision of the Chief Executive Officer/Head of PI-E-YUVA.

The walk-in interview is scheduled to be held on 12 November 2026 (Thursday).

1. Details of the Position

The recruitment is for one post of Office Assistant at the E-YUVA Centre, SKUAST-K.

The appointment is purely contractual and will be governed by the terms and conditions of the project.

2. Essential Educational Qualifications

Candidates applying for the position must possess a Bachelor’s degree in any one of the following disciplines:

The candidate must have secured a minimum of 60% marks in the qualifying degree.

In addition to the educational qualification, candidates must have proficiency in:

These qualifications are essential, and candidates must fulfil them to be considered eligible for the position.

3. Desirable Qualifications and Skills

Preference may be given to candidates possessing additional skills and relevant work experience, particularly in office administration and documentation.

The desirable qualifications include:

i. Good Communication Skills: Candidates should have effective verbal and written communication skills to facilitate coordination, correspondence and interaction with different stakeholders.

ii. Office Work Experience: Previous experience working in the office of a reputed organisation or institution will be considered an added advantage.

iii. Drafting and Documentation Skills: Candidates should have the ability to prepare official letters, reports, notices, correspondence and other office-related documents.

iv. Content Designing Skills: Knowledge of graphic designing and content creation using software such as CorelDRAW and Canva will be preferred.

4. Age Limit

The maximum age limit for applicants is 40 years as on the last date of application.

Candidates exceeding the prescribed age limit will not be eligible for consideration.

5. Job Responsibilities and Description

The selected candidate will be responsible for providing administrative, clerical and operational support to the E-YUVA Centre. The major duties and responsibilities will include the following:

i. Administrative and Project Support

The Office Assistant will report to the Project Coordinator/Principal Project Investigator and will assist in the day-to-day administrative functioning of the centre. The candidate will be expected to provide necessary office support and ensure the smooth execution of project-related activities.

ii. Record Keeping and Documentation

The selected candidate will be responsible for maintaining office records, files, registers and official documents. Proper documentation and systematic maintenance of records will be essential components of the job.

iii. Maintenance of Laboratory Instruments and Equipment

The candidate will assist in maintaining laboratory instruments and equipment and ensuring that relevant records and documents are properly maintained. The role may also involve coordinating with concerned personnel regarding the upkeep of laboratory facilities.

iv. Support for Seminars and Workshops

The Office Assistant will provide administrative and logistical support for organising seminars, workshops, training programmes and other activities conducted by the centre. This may include documentation, coordination, preparation of materials and other related arrangements.

v. Other Assigned Responsibilities

Apart from the duties mentioned above, the selected candidate will be required to perform any other office-related or project-related tasks assigned by the Project Coordinator, Chief Coordinator or Principal Project Investigator from time to time.

6. Walk-in Interview Details

Eligible and interested candidates are required to participate in the walk-in interview along with the necessary documents.

7. Documents Required

Candidates are required to bring the following documents for verification and consideration:

Candidates should ensure that all relevant documents are properly arranged and available at the time of the interview.

Important Instructions

9. Salary and Career Opportunity

The selected candidate will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹15,000, with an annual increment of 5%, subject to the applicable contractual terms.

This opportunity is suitable for graduates from Science, Agriculture, Commerce, Management, IT and Fine Arts backgrounds who possess good computer knowledge, communication abilities and an interest in administrative and institutional work.

The position will also provide exposure to the functioning of an innovation and entrepreneurship centre, including project coordination, office administration, documentation, laboratory support and the organisation of academic and professional activities.

Note: The above content has been elaborated and reorganised for better readability while retaining the information provided in the original recruitment notice. The original notice does not specify a reporting time for the interview, so candidates should verify the timing with the E-YUVA Centre before attending.

Important Links

Official Notification  : Click here

Official Website : Click here

 

Join JK Updates WhatsApp Channel