KVAFSU Notification 2025 has been officially released by Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University for the recruitment of 25 teaching posts. The university is inviting online applications from eligible candidates for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor positions in various subjects including Veterinary Anatomy, Veterinary Physiology, Livestock Production Management, and Veterinary Clinical Complex. Applications can be submitted online from November 14, 2025, till December 13, 2025. The recruitment is conducted under the 2016 ICAR/UGC pay scale with attractive salary packages ranging from Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 2,18,200 per month. Candidates must possess the required educational qualifications including Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Veterinary Science with NET qualification for Assistant Professor posts. The selection will be based on prescribed qualifications, score cards, and guidelines for direct recruitment of teachers.
KVAFSU Notification 2025 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
November 12, 2025
Application Start Date
November 14, 2025 (10:00 AM)
Last Date For Registration
December 13, 2025 (5:00 PM)
Last Date For Fee Payment
December 13, 2025 (5:00 PM)
Admit Card Release Date
Will be announced later
Exam Date
Will be announced later
Application Fee
Category
Fee Details
General / OBC / EWS (GM/2A/2B/3A/3B)
Rs. 1,000
SC / ST / Cat-I
Rs. 500
Payment Mode
Online payment through KVAFSU recruitment portal
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Details
Minimum Age
No minimum age limit specified
Maximum Age
38 years for General merit candidates (for Assistant Professor only)
Age Relaxation
41 years for OBC candidates; 43 years for SC/ST/Cat-I candidates; Additional relaxation for in-service candidates as per Government of Karnataka orders
KVAFSU Notification 2025 Vacancy Details
Post Name
Number of Posts
Advertisement No.
Professor
5 Posts
No.R/KVAFSU/Rectt/Teaching/Koyla/2025-26
Associate Professor
5 Posts
No.R/KVAFSU/Rectt/Teaching/Koyla/2025-26
Assistant Professor
15 Posts
No.R/KVAFSU/Rectt/Teaching/Koyla/2025-26
Total Posts
25 Posts
Date: 12.11.2025
KVAFSU Notification 2025 Eligibility Details
Post
Eligibility Requirements
Professor
Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science from recognized university; Master’s degree with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST); Ph.D degree in concerned discipline; Minimum 10 research publications in NAAS rated/UGC listed journals; 10 years teaching/research experience with 2 years as Associate Professor; Knowledge of Kannada mandatory
Associate Professor
Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science; Master’s degree with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST); Ph.D degree in concerned discipline; Minimum 8 years teaching/research experience as Assistant Professor; Minimum 7 publications in NAAS rated/UGC listed journals; Knowledge of Kannada mandatory
Assistant Professor
Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science; Master’s degree with minimum 55% marks (50% for SC/ST); NET qualification in concerned subject conducted by ICAR/UGC/CSIR or Ph.D degree; Knowledge of Kannada mandatory; Age limit: 38 years for General, 41 years for OBC, 43 years for SC/ST/Cat-I
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Post Name
General
SC
ST
OBC (2A/2B/3A/3B)
PH
Women
Rural
Ex-Servicemen
Local Cadre (371-J)
Professor
3
1 (SC-B)
–
1 (2A)
1 (PD-VH)
–
1
–
–
Associate Professor
2
1 (SC-B)
–
1 (2A)
1 (PD-VH)
–
1
–
–
Assistant Professor
4
3 (SC-A, SC-B, SC-C)
2
4 (2A, 3A, 3B)
1 (2A PD-VH)
4
2
1
1
Total
9
5
2
6
3
4
4
1
1
State-Wise Vacancy Details
Reservation Category
Details
General Merit
Open for all states
Karnataka State Candidates
Preference for Kannada language knowledge; Mandatory Kannada test for those who did not study Kannada in SSLC
Local Cadre (371-J)
Reserved for Kalayana Karnataka Region local candidates only (1 post in Assistant Professor category)
Rural Quota
Reserved for candidates from rural areas with proper certification from competent authority
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Details
Educational Certificates
10th standard certificate onwards, Bachelor’s and Master’s degree mark sheets and certificates
Identity Proof
Valid Aadhar card, PAN card, or other government-issued ID
Caste Certificate
SC/ST/OBC category certificate issued by competent authority (if applicable)
Non-Creamy Layer Certificate
Mandatory for OBC candidates claiming reservation
Rural Quota Certificate
Form-1 and Form-2 issued by competent authority (if applicable)
Veterinary Council Registration
Valid Karnataka Veterinary Council or Veterinary Council of India registration certificate (both sides if expiry date mentioned on back)
Research Publications
Reprints of all research publications claimed in the application
Experience Certificate
Service certificates from competent authority showing teaching/research experience
Photograph and Signature
Recent passport size photograph and digital signature in JPEG/JPG/PDF format (maximum 500 KB each)
Ph.D Certificate
Ph.D degree certificate and thesis completion certificate
Medical certificate from District Medical Board (for physically challenged candidates)
371(J) Certificate
Certificate as per prescribed format issued by Assistant Commissioner (for local cadre candidates)
KVAFSU Notification 2025 Syllabus Overview
Aspect
Details
Syllabus Scope
No written examination conducted; Selection based on prescribed score card evaluation
Score Card Evaluation
Assessment of educational qualifications, research publications, teaching experience, patents, books authored, and academic contributions
Kannada Language Test
Conducted for candidates who did not study Kannada in SSLC; One paper carrying 150 marks; Minimum 50% marks required to qualify; Standard of first language Kannada at SSLC level
Research Publication Evaluation
Publications evaluated based on NAAS rating and UGC listed journals; Impact factor and citation index considered
Teaching Experience Assessment
Years of service in teaching/research positions at recognized universities and institutions
Exam Pattern
Selection Component
Details
Written Examination
No written examination conducted for this recruitment
Document Verification
Thorough verification of all original documents and certificates
Score Card Evaluation
Candidates evaluated based on KVAFSU prescribed score card covering educational qualifications, research work, publications, teaching experience, and academic contributions
Kannada Language Test
Compulsory for candidates without Kannada language study in SSLC; 150 marks paper; 50% minimum marks to qualify
Personal Interview
Final selection through interview based on subject knowledge, research work, and teaching capabilities
Merit List Preparation
Provisional selection list prepared according to Karnataka Act No. 1 of 2019 and university regulations
Selection Process
Stage
Process Details
Online Application Submission
Candidates must submit complete online application with all required documents and pay application fee before December 13, 2025
Preliminary Screening
University will screen applications based on minimum eligibility criteria and prescribed qualifications
Kannada Language Test
Conducted for eligible candidates who did not study Kannada in SSLC; Qualifying test with 50% passing marks
Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates called for physical verification of original documents; Self-attested copies of all certificates to be submitted
Score Card Evaluation
Candidates evaluated based on prescribed score card parameters including qualifications, publications, experience, and academic contributions
Personal Interview
Final interview conducted by selection committee to assess subject knowledge, research aptitude, and teaching skills
Merit List
Provisional merit list prepared based on combined score from evaluation and interview
Final Selection
Selected candidates will receive appointment letters; Eligibility determined as per last date of application submission
KVAFSU Notification 2025 Salary Details
Post Name
Pay Scale (ICAR/UGC 2016)
Grade Pay
Professor
Rs. 1,44,200 – 2,18,200 per month
Academic Level 14
Associate Professor
Rs. 1,31,400 – 2,17,100 per month
Academic Level 13
Assistant Professor
Rs. 57,700 – 1,82,400 per month
Academic Level 10
Additional Benefits
Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance, Medical facilities, and other benefits as per Karnataka Government rules
Applicable
How to Apply
Step
Application Process
Step 1
Visit the official website of KVAFSU at www.kvafsu.edu.in and navigate to the Recruitment Portal section
Step 2
Click on the recruitment notification link for Teaching Posts 2025 and read the complete official notification carefully
Step 3
Register on the KVAFSU Recruitment Portal by providing basic details like name, email ID, mobile number, and create login credentials
Step 4
Login using registered credentials and fill the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details
Step 5
Upload scanned copies of all required documents including photograph, signature, certificates, caste certificate, experience certificates, and research publications in prescribed format (JPEG/JPG/PDF, maximum 500 KB each)
Step 6
Enter complete details of research publications, academic achievements, teaching experience, and other score card parameters in the online form
Step 7
Pay the application fee online (Rs. 1,000 for General/OBC or Rs. 500 for SC/ST/Cat-I) through net banking, debit card, or credit card
Step 8
Review all filled information carefully, submit the application form, and download the application receipt for future reference
Step 9
Take printout of the submitted application form along with payment receipt and keep it safe for document verification process
