SMOI Young Professional Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 8 Posts

Silk Mark Organisation of India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 305,000 - 365,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SMOI holidays

8 days leave per year

Job summary

Silk Mark Organisation of India (SMOI) invites applications for the Young Professional - Extension Services on a temporary contract basis until 31 March 2029. The post offers a consolidated monthly stipend of ₹30,000 and requires a Diploma in Textiles or related degrees.

Eligible candidates from the respective state may apply for the local chapter posting. Shortlisting is merit-based, followed by interviews at designated locations. The engagement includes travel allowances as per rules.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Textiles/Bachelor's Textiles/Sericulture/Agriculture or any Degree is acceptable.
• Eligible applicants from the concerned State for local chapter postings.
• Consolidated stipend of ₹30,000 per month; age not more than 30 years.

Responsibilities

• Temporary contract up to 31 March 2029.
• Online application deadline 28 October 2026.
• Shortlisting by merit followed by an interview at selected locations/chapters.

Education

Diploma in Textiles

Bachelor's Textiles

Sericulture

Agriculture

Any Degree

Job description

Silk Mark Organisation of India (SMOI) is recruiting candidates for Young Professional - Extension Services posts, part of its total 8 vacancies announced for 2026. This engagement is purely on a temporary and contract basis up to 31 March 2029, with a specified monthly pay of Rs. 30,000 for the post. Candidates holding a Diploma in Textiles/Bachelor's Textiles/Sericulture/Agriculture or any Degree are eligible to apply. Eligible applicants must submit their online application on or before 28 October 2026 by registering using a valid Mobile number and OTP, applying for one chapter only. The selection process involves shortlisting based on merit followed by an interview at selected locations/chapters in a 1:5 ratio.

SMOI Young Professional - Extension Services at a Glance

Particulars

Details

Organisation Silk Mark Organisation of India (SMOI) / Central Silk Board, Ministry of Textiles - Govt. of India

Advertisement No. SMOI/SMBM/2018-19-20-21/79

Post Name(s) Young Professional - Extension Services

Vacancies 8

Pay Rs. 30,000/- per month (consolidated stipend)

Age Limit Not more than 30 years as on 31.01.2026

Application Fee Not stated in the notification

Job Location Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Palakkad, Kolkata

There are a total of 8 vacancies across 6 major cities and chapters as detailed below:

Sl. No.

Chapter / Place of Posting

YPs

Area of Work

1. Bengaluru, SMOI Central Office 2 Karnataka

2. Chennai 2 Tamil Nadu

3. Hyderabad 1 Andhra Pradesh & Telangana

4. Mumbai 1 Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh

5. Palakkad 1 Tamil Nadu & Kerala

6. Kolkata 1 West Bengal, Jharkhand

Total - 8 -

Who Can Apply

Candidates must possess a Diploma in Textiles/Bachelor's Textiles/Sericulture/Agriculture or any Degree. Candidates hailing from the concerned State will be eligible to apply for vacancies in the concerned chapter as local candidates. Preference will be given to candidates having knowledge to read, write, and speak in the local language.

The selected Young Professionals will receive a consolidated stipend of Rs. 30,000/- per month. Professional tax will be deducted at source before effecting payment as per prevailing rules. TA/DA is allowed for official travel in the country subject to approval by the Competent Authority, with permissible modes of journey being Rail/Bus, and hotel accommodation, conveyance, and other allowances on par with level-3 cadre.

Selection and Interview

Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit, and shortlisted candidates will be intimated by e-mail communication only. Interviews will be conducted at selected locations/chapters with a 1:5 ratio (i.e., for every 1 position, 5 candidates will be invited for the interview). No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.

Event

Date

Date of Notification / Memorandum 09.10.2026

Closing Date for Online Application 28.10.2026 up to 23:59 PM

• Applications received through any other mode will not be accepted and will be summarily rejected.
• Candidates engaged in any other private/Government services/institutes/organisation must submit a No Objection Certificate/relieving letter from the parent employer at the time of joining.
• Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification, though female candidates are encouraged to apply to reflect gender balance.
• The engagement is purely on a temporary and contract basis up to 31.03.2029 and does not confer any right or claim for regular or temporary appointment in any future vacancies.
• Office timings are generally from Monday to Saturday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with extended service rendered during exigencies.
• Selected candidates are eligible for all SMOI holidays and 8 days of leave per year on specific advance request subject to sanction.
• Selected candidates must be ready to undertake tours to areas under the jurisdiction of chapters as directed.
• Selected candidates must join within a maximum period of 30 days from the date of e-mailing the offer of engagement letter.

Q1. What is the last date to apply for SMOI Young Professional recruitment 2026?

The last date for submission of online applications is 28 October 2026 up to 23:59 PM.

Q2. How many vacancies are available under this notification?

A total of 8 vacancies have been announced for Young Professional - Extension Services posts.

Q3. What is the monthly stipend for SMOI Young Professionals?

Selected candidates will receive a consolidated stipend of Rs. 30,000/- per month.

Q4. What educational qualification is required to apply?

Candidates must hold a Diploma in Textiles/Bachelor's Textiles/Sericulture/Agriculture or any Degree.

Q5. What is the upper age limit for applicants?

Applicants must not be more than 30 years of age as on 31.01.2026.

Q6. Is this position permanent or on a contract basis?

The engagement is purely on a temporary and contract basis from the date of engagement up to 31 March 2029.

Q7. Can I apply for more than one chapter?

No, candidates must apply for one chapter only.

Q8. How will candidates be selected for the position?

Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit and invited for an interview at selected locations/chapters in a 1:5 ratio.