Teaching Assistant (Forestry) – TNAU Faculty Recruitment 2026

RFCSR; India; On-site; INR 580,000 - 725,000; Part time

Job summary

Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), Coimbatore, invites applications for Teaching Assistant (Forestry) on a temporary basis under FC&RI, Mettupalayam. The role focuses on forestry instruction, research exposure, and field work, with NET preferred for enhanced remuneration.

Candidates may have Ph.D. in Forestry or Master’s with 2+ years or Bachelor’s with 4+ years of relevant experience. NET qualification boosts salary; non-NET candidates have lower remuneration bands.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Forestry from a recognized SAU/CAU is required or preferred.
• Master’s degree in Forestry with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry with 4+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Teaching and academic instruction capability in Forestry and related disciplines.
• Strong background in research and field work within forestry sciences.

Education

Ph.D. in Forestry

Master's degree in Forestry

Bachelor's degree in Forestry

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Forestry) – TNAU Faculty Recruitment 2026

Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), Coimbatore, has announced a recruitment drive for the post of Teaching Assistant (Forestry) on a temporary basis under the Forest College and Research Institute (FC&RI), Mettupalayam. TNAU, established originally as an Agricultural School in 1868 and recognized as a pioneer in agricultural education and research, provides a prestigious platform for academic and research pursuits.

Ph.D. in Forestry from a recognized State Agricultural University (SAU) or Central Agricultural University (CAU); OR

Master’s degree in Forestry from a recognized SAU/CAU with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; OR

Bachelor’s degree in Forestry from a recognized SAU/CAU with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.

Teaching and academic instruction capability in Forestry and related disciplines.

Strong background in research and field work within forestry sciences.

Qualification in NET (National Eligibility Test) is preferred and impacts remuneration structure.

With NET Qualification:

More than 2 years of experience: ₹65,000/- per month

Less than 2 years of experience: ₹62,000/- per month

Without NET Qualification:

More than 2 years of experience: ₹55,000/- per month

Less than 2 years of experience: ₹52,000/- per month