Srinagar, Nov 08, KDC: The Jammu and Kashmir government has officially initiated the process of appointing a new Vice-Chancellor for the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Kashmir (SKUAST-K).
According to a notification issued by the Agriculture Production Department, the Lieutenant Governor of J&K has constituted a Selection Committee to recommend a panel of suitable candidates for the top academic post.
The appointment will be made on a tenure basis for a period not exceeding three years or until the appointee attains 65 years of age, whichever is earlier. The official notification explicitly states that candidates “shall not be more than 62 years of age as on the closing date of application”.
Eligible candidates must be distinguished scientists or academicians possessing a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Agriculture, Veterinary, or related fields. The criteria demand over 10 years of experience in the grade of professor or an equivalent academic position, alongside a minimum of 20 research publications in peer-reviewed national or international journals, including books.
Furthermore, applicants are required to have at least three years of administrative experience handling university affairs as a Dean, Joint Director, Director, or equivalent. Alternatively, five years of experience at the level of Head of the Department or Division is also acceptable. The government has also outlined desirable credentials, which include expertise in financial management, handling accreditation procedures, and executing national and international collaborative arrangements.
Applications are restricted to email submissions only and must be directed to Dr. Sahil Jandyal, Additional Secretary to the Government, Agriculture Production Department, by November 2026.
The Selection Committee, convened by Financial Commissioner (Additional Chief Secretary) Shailendra Kumar, reserves the right to call only shortlisted candidates for a personal interaction based on their suitability for the position. The notification warns that any canvassing or influencing of selection committee members will lead to immediate disqualification. (KDC)
