TANUVAS Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026: Apply Online
TANUVAS Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026
The Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (TANUVAS) has announced recruitment for Assistant Professor positions. Applications are invited for purely temporary, whole-time contractual roles for a period of eleven months.

Job Highlights
This recruitment drive aims to fill 12 vacancies for the post of Assistant Professor across various disciplines within the Veterinary College and Research Institute (VCRI), Udumalpet.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 16.09.2026 |
| Application Deadline | 05 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Interview Date | 09 October 2026, 9:00 AM onwards |
| Cutoff Date for Qualification & Experience | 05 October 2026 |
Vacancy Details
A total of 12 Assistant Professor posts are available. The vacancies are distributed across the following disciplines:
| Discipline | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology | 01 |
| Veterinary Parasitology | 01 |
| Livestock Products Technology | 01 |
| Veterinary Surgery and Radiology | 03 |
| Veterinary Medicine | 03 |
| Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics | 03 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following educational and registration requirements:
- Possess recognized veterinary qualifications included in the first and second schedule of the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984.
- Hold a valid registration certificate from the State Veterinary Council or the Veterinary Council of India.
- Must have completed B.V.Sc & A.H / B.V.Sc with at least 60% of marks or an equivalent grade.
- Must possess a Master's degree in the concerned or relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent grade.
Preference: Candidates who have qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET) conducted by ASRB / ICAR / UGC / CSIR or a similar test like SLET / SET in the concerned discipline will be given preference.
Age Limit: Not specified in the official notification.
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be appointed on a consolidated pay basis. The monthly salary is fixed at Rs. 57,700/- per month.
Selection Process
Candidates will be selected based on their performance in a walk-in interview. If a disproportionately large number of applications are received, the selection committee may adopt a suitable criterion to short-list candidates based on scores.
Placement of selected candidates to Veterinary colleges is at the discretion of the administration.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates should email a scanned copy of their duly completed application form along with supporting documents in the prescribed format. The application must be sent to the specified email address (not provided in the source material) on or before the deadline.
Candidates are also required to appear for the interview on the specified date with the filled application form, original certificates, and copies of relevant documents.
Documents Required
Candidates must enclose photocopies of all relevant documents with their application. This includes proof of:
- Qualifications
- Experience
- Age
- VCI Registration Number and Validity
- NET qualification (if applicable)
- Community certificate
A recent passport-size color photograph should also be affixed to the application form.
Important Instructions
- Applications must be complete and contain accurate information. Defective or incomplete applications will be rejected.
- Applications received after the last date will not be considered.
- The application form should be filled in typewritten form, and a response must be given for every item.
- Candidates must be physically and mentally fit for appointment and will need to submit a certificate from a Medical Officer at the time of appointment.
- The appointment is purely temporary for a period of eleven months or until a regular appointment is made, whichever is earlier.
- Selected candidates must furnish a bond/undertaking on stamp paper of Rs.100/- stating they will not claim permanency in University service in the future.
- Any attempt to influence the selection committee will disqualify the candidate.
- Working knowledge of Tamil is desirable.
Important Links
Official Website → Click Here
Notification PDF → Click Here
FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply for the TANUVAS Assistant Professor recruitment?
A1: The last date to submit applications is 05 October 2026, by 5:00 PM.
Q2: How many vacancies are available for Assistant Professor?
A2: There are a total of 12 vacancies for the post of Assistant Professor.
Q3: What is the educational qualification required?
A3: Candidates need recognized veterinary qualifications, a valid VCI registration, B.V.Sc & A.H / B.V.Sc with at least 60% marks, and a Master's degree in the relevant discipline with at least 55% marks.
Q4: What is the salary for the Assistant Professor post?
A4: The consolidated pay is Rs. 57,700/- per month.
Q5: Is this a permanent job?
A5: No, the appointment is purely temporary on a contractual basis for a period of eleven months.
Job Summary
| Board | Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (TANUVAS) |
| State | Tamil Nadu |
| Qualification | Recognized veterinary qualifications included in the first and second schedule of Indian Veterinary Council Act 1984, Valid registration certificate with State Veterinary Council / Veterinary Council of India, B.V.Sc & A.H / B.V.Sc with at least 60% of marks, Master's degree in the concerned / relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% marks, Preference for NET qualified candidates (ASRB / ICAR / UGC / CSIR or SLET / SET) |
| Salary | Rs. 57700 Per Month |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 09 Oct 2026 |
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Note: While every effort is made to provide accurate and up-to-date information, candidates are strongly advised to verify all details, including eligibility criteria, important dates, application procedures, and official notifications, from the respective official government websites before applying.