J&K Government invites application for SKUAST-Kashmir VC post

STC NEWS DESK
SRINAGAR, NOVEMBER 07 (STC): Jammu and Kashmir Government has initiated the process for the appointment of the Vice-Chancellor of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology-Kashmir (SKUAST-K). Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has constituted a selection committee to recommend a panel of suitable candidates for the post.
The selection committee has started its task by inviting applications from eligible candidates for the position.
According to a notification issued by the Agriculture Production Department, the Vice-Chancellor’s post will be filled on a tenure basis for a period of up to three years or until the incumbent attains the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
Candidates applying for the post should not be more than 62 years of age as on the closing date for submission of applications.
As per the eligibility criteria, applicants must be eminent agricultural scientists or academicians with outstanding credentials and a Ph.D. in Agriculture, Veterinary Sciences, or a related discipline. They should have at least 10 years of experience as a Professor or in an equivalent position in a reputed academic institution. The candidates must also possess a minimum of three years’ administrative experience as a Dean, Joint Director, Director, or in an equivalent position at a university or national institution.
Another eligibility criterion is at least five years of experience as the Head of a Department, Division, or an equivalent academic unit in a reputed institution, along with a minimum of 20 research publications in peer-reviewed national or international journals, including books, and demonstrated experience in leadership.
Notably, the current Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Nazir Ganaie, is scheduled to complete the extended term on December 15, 2026.
(Straight Talk Communications)