The four prestigious Gujarat State Agriculture Universities — Anand Agricultural University (AAU), Junagadh Agricultural University (JAU), Navsari Agricultural University (NAU), and Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University (SDAU) — have released a fresh recruitment notification for Junior Clerk (Class-3) posts under Advertisement No. 1/2025.
A total of 227 vacancies will be filled across these universities. The application process is entirely online and will remain open from 15th July 2025 to 11th August 2025.
🔹 Overview of Recruitment
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Gujarat Agriculture Universities (SAUs) |
| Post Name | Junior Clerk (Class-3) |
| Total Vacancies | 227 Posts |
| Advertisement Number | 1/2025 |
| Job Location | Gujarat (Anand, Junagadh, Navsari, SDAU) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Salary | ₹26,000 fixed for 5 years, then Pay Matrix Level-2 |
| Selection Process | Prelims → Mains → Document Verification |
| Last Date to Apply | 11th August 2025 (11:59 PM) |
🧮 University-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| University Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Anand Agricultural University (AAU) | 73 |
| Junagadh Agricultural University (JAU) | 44 |
| Navsari Agricultural University (NAU) | 32 |
| Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University (SDAU) | 78 |
| Total | 227 |
✅ Eligibility Criteria
📘 Educational Qualification:
- Graduation in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Basic computer knowledge (CCC certificate or equivalent).
- Proficiency in Gujarati or Hindi.
🎂 Age Limit (as of 11-08-2025):
- Minimum: 20 years
- Maximum: 35 years
Age Relaxation:
- Women (General): +5 years
- SC/ST/SEBC: +5 years
- SC/ST/SEBC (Women): +10 years
- PwD: +10 years (General), +15 years (Reserved)
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to 45 years as per rules
💸 Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General (Male/Female) | ₹1000 + Bank Charges |
| Reserved (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) | ₹250 + Bank Charges |
| PwD | ₹250 + Bank Charges |
| Ex-Servicemen | Exempted |
💰 Salary Details
- ₹26,000/- fixed monthly pay for the first 5 years
- After 5 years: Regular pay under Pay Matrix Level-2 as per Gujarat Government rules
📝 Selection Process
- Preliminary Examination (100 Marks)
- Main Examination (200 Marks)
- Document Verification
🧪 Exam Pattern
Preliminary Exam (100 Marks | 90 Minutes)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Reasoning | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 30 |
| English | 15 |
| Gujarati | 15 |
| Total | 100 |
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
No penalty for unanswered questions (Option E).
Main Exam (200 Marks | 120 Minutes)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Gujarati Language and Grammar | 20 |
| English Language and Grammar | 20 |
| Polity / Public Administration / RTI etc. | 30 |
| History, Geography, Cultural Heritage | 30 |
| Economics, Environment, Science & Tech | 30 |
| Current Affairs & Logical Reasoning | 40 |
| Reasoning Ability | 30 |
| Total | 200 |
🖥️ How to Apply?
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit any of the official university websites:
- Click on “Apply Online” for Advertisement 1/2025
- Complete your registration and fill out the application form
- Upload required documents and pay the application fee
- Submit the form and keep a printout for future use
📌 Direct Apply Link: Click to Apply via JAU Website
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Application | 15 July 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 August 2025 (till 11:59 PM) |
| Prelims Exam Date | To be Announced |
| Mains Exam Date | To be Announced |
🔗 Useful Links
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available?
👉 There are 227 total posts across 4 agricultural universities.
Q2. What is the salary structure?
👉 Fixed ₹26,000 per month for 5 years. Post that, regular pay under Level-2 Pay Matrix.
Q3. What is the selection process?
👉 Three stages: Prelims, Mains, and Document Verification.
Q4. Where to apply online?
👉 Through the official websites: aau.in, jau.in, nau.in, sdau.edu.in
🏁 Final Words
This recruitment drive offers a golden opportunity for job seekers in Gujarat to work in reputed agricultural universities under a secure government job structure. With an initial fixed salary and future regular pay scale, it’s a chance worth taking. Make sure to apply before 11th August 2025
