Davangere University Project Assistant Recruitment 2026

Davangere University Project Assistant Recruitment 2026

Davangere University, Department of Studies in Computer Science, Shivagangotri, Davangere, has invited applications for one purely temporary, contractual post of Project Assistant under the AICTE–RPS Scheme sponsored research project "Agrikavach: An IoT, Drone, and Robotics-Based Smart System for Protecting Farmland from Animal Intrusions and Wildfires". The Principal Investigator is Dr. Chandrakant Naikodi, Professor, Department of Studies in Computer Science (mobile 9901452550). The notice reference is DU/CS/2413, dated 12 November 2026.

Last date — please read: two possible dates

The notice states only "15 days from the date of advertisement" and gives no calendar date. Counted from the notice date of 12 November 2026, this is 27 November 2026, which is the last date recorded in this post. However, the newspaper version of the same advertisement, printed in the same PDF, is dated 06 November 2026 — which would give 21 November 2026. Treat 21 November 2026 as the safe date and verify the last date on the university website before applying.

Who can apply

Essential, as on the last date of application: M.E. or M.Tech (CSE or equivalent) in Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communications, Robotics and Automation or a closely related discipline from a recognised University or Institute; or M.Sc. in Computer Science, Electronics or a related field, with a minimum of 60 percent marks (or equivalent CGPA) in the qualifying degree.

Desirable: working knowledge of IoT and embedded systems (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32), sensor networks, drone or UAV hardware and flight-control software, robotics and automation, Python, C, C++ or Embedded C, machine learning or computer-vision frameworks (TensorFlow or OpenCV), and basic electronics prototyping; prior project, internship or academic experience in IoT, robotics, drone systems, precision agriculture or wildlife and fire-monitoring technologies. Freshers with a strong academic project in a relevant area are also encouraged to apply.

Age limit

Not exceeding 35 years as on the last date of application. Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, Women and Physically Challenged candidates; 3 years for OBC. Indian citizens only.

Pay

Rs. 15,000 per month, consolidated, as per project sanction and institutional norms. No dearness allowance, house rent allowance, city compensatory allowance or other perquisites are paid.

Fee

The notice does not specify any fee, so no fee is stated here.

How to apply

Send the duly filled application form (enclosed on the last page of the notice and also on the official website) with self-attested copies of certificates and mark sheets (educational qualification, date of birth, category certificate if applicable, experience certificates if any) and a recent passport-size photograph to: The PI of AICTE–RPS Scheme, Dr. Chandrakant Naikodi, Professor, Department of Studies in Computer Science, Davangere University, Davangere - 577007. Applications received after the last date, or incomplete applications, will not be considered.

Selection and terms

Shortlisting is based on eligibility, followed by a written test, technical presentation or personal interview as decided by the Selection Committee. Shortlisted candidates will be intimated by email or phone; no separate call letters are sent by post. The engagement is purely temporary and co-terminus with the project, for an initial 12 months from joining, extendable or renewable up to the sanctioned project duration of 36 months at the Principal Investigator's discretion, depending on performance, funds and funding-agency approval. There is no right to regular employment, absorption or continuation, and either side may end the engagement with one month's written notice (or one month's consolidated pay in lieu). Candidates in regular employment must produce a no-objection certificate at the interview if shortlisted. No travelling or daily allowance is paid for the written test or interview. Reservation is as per Government of Karnataka norms, and disputes are subject to Davangere courts.