The Tamil Nadu Board of Rural Development (TNBRD), overseeing Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Thiruvannamalai and Krishnagiri districts of Tamil Nadu, has issued Notification No. 01/2025-TNBRD for direct recruitment of skilled professionals. TNBRD invites offline applications from qualified Indian nationals for the positions of Senior Scientist and Head, Stenographer Grade-III, and Supporting Staff Grade-I at KVK Thiruvannamalai and Krishnagiri. These roles, co-terminus with the ongoing scheme, aim to strengthen agricultural extension, research, and support services in rural Tamil Nadu.
The TNBRD KVK Recruitment 2025 Notification appeared in Employment News, Rozgar Samachar dated 27th September 2025. Eligible candidates should review the complete TNBRD notification details before submitting their applications. Applications must reach the TNBRD office by the deadline.
TNBRD KVK Recruitment 2025 – 03 Vacancies
Notification No. 01/2025-TNBRD
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Post Name |
No of Vacancy |
Pay Scale (7th CPC) |
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Senior Scientist and Head |
01 |
Pay Level 13A |
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Stenographer (Grade-III) |
01 |
Pay Level 4 |
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Supporting Staff (Grade-I) |
01 |
Pay Level 1 |
✅ TNBRD KVK Recruitment 2025 Age Limit:
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Post Name |
Age Limit |
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Senior Scientist and Head |
Not exceeding 47 years |
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Stenographer (Grade-III) |
Not exceeding 27 years |
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Supporting Staff (Grade-I) |
Not exceeding 25 years |
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Age Relaxation |
As per ICAR/Govt. of India Rules (SC/ST: 5 years; OBC: 3 years; PwD: 10 years; Govt. Employees: 5 years; No limit for ICAR Employees) |
✅ TNBRD KVK Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria:
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Post Name |
Educational Qualification & Experience |
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Senior Scientist and Head |
PhD in Agriculture or relevant basic sciences with 8 years as Scientist/Lecturer/Extension Specialist (PB-3: Rs. 15600-39100 + GP Rs. 5400/6000/7000/8000), evidenced by publications/innovations. OR For Engineering: PhD with 6 years or Master's with 10 years experience. Desirable: Extension programme specialization. |
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Stenographer (Grade-III) |
12th pass or equivalent. Skill: Dictation (80 wpm English/Tamil for 10 min), transcription (50 min English/65 min Tamil on computer). Shorthand desirable. |
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Supporting Staff (Grade-I) |
Matriculation/ITI pass. Skill: Agriculture knowledge, farm operations/field activities handling. |
✅ TNBRD KVK Recruitment 2025 Selection Process:
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Written Test/ Skill Test |
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Interview |
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Document Verification |
✅ TNBRD KVK Recruitment 2025 Application Fee:
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Post Name |
Application Fee |
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Senior Scientist and Head |
₹ 1,000/- |
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Stenographer (Grade-III) |
₹ 300/- |
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Supporting Staff (Grade-I) |
₹ 300/- |
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SC/ST/PwD Category |
Exempted (certificate required) |
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Payment Method |
Demand Draft in favour of “TAMIL NADU BOARD OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT” payable at VEMBAKKAM |
✅ TNBRD KVK Recruitment 2025 Important Dates:
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Opening date for Notification |
September 2025 |
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Last date for receipt of Application |
27th October 2025 |
✅ TNBRD KVK Recruitment 2025 Important Links:
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TNBRD KVK Detailed Notification & Form |
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KVK Thiruvannamalai Official Website |
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Latest Agriculture Govt Jobs |
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Join IndGovtJobs Alert Channels |
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Follow IndGovtJobs Social Channels |
✅ How to Apply TNBRD KVK Recruitment 2025:
The TNBRD KVK applications are to be submitted offline in prescribed proforma (downloadable from the link above). Follow these steps for TNBRD KVK Vacancy Offline Application Process:
➢ Step 1: Download and fill the application form in typed/handwritten format. Attach self-attested copies of certificates, photo, Rs. 30/- stamped self-addressed envelope, and Demand Draft.
➢ Step 2: Super-scribe the envelope: ‘APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [Post Name]’ with your name/address.
➢ Step 3: Send via post/courier to: The President, Tamil Nadu Board of Rural Development, Kilnelli Village, Chithathur Post, Vembakkam Taluk, Thiruvannamalai District – 604 410, Tamil Nadu. Ensure receipt by closing date.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the age limit for TNBRD KVK Recruitment 2025?
Senior Scientist and Head: Not exceeding 47 years. Stenographer Grade-III: Not exceeding 27 years. Supporting Staff Grade-I: Not exceeding 25 years. Relaxation as per ICAR rules: SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwD (10 years), Govt. employees (5 years); no limit for ICAR staff.
What are the eligibility criteria for TNBRD KVK Recruitment 2025?
Senior Scientist and Head: PhD in Agriculture/basic sciences + 8 years experience (or Engineering variants). Stenographer Grade-III: 12th pass + 80 wpm shorthand/transcription skills. Supporting Staff Grade-I: Matric/ITI + agriculture/farm handling knowledge.
What is the selection process for TNBRD KVK Recruitment 2025?
Skill test/written exam + interview + document verification. No TA provided.
What is the last date to apply for TNBRD KVK Recruitment 2025?
27th October 2025.
What is the total number of vacancies for TNBRD KVK Recruitment 2025?
3 vacancies for Senior Scientist and Head, Stenographer Grade-III, and Supporting Staff Grade-I at KVK Thiruvannamalai & Krishnagiri.