Indian Council of Agricultural Research Recruitment 2026 – Secretary General (SG)
Official notification title: Vacancy - Post of Secretary General (SG) of African-Asian Rural Development Organization (AARDO)
- Vacancies
- 1 vacancy
- Salary
- From ₹5,000
Overview
- Vacancies
- 1 vacancy
- Pay
- From ₹5,000
- Department
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About this recruitment
The Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India is inviting nominations for the post of Secretary General of the African-Asian Rural Development Organization (AARDO). The post carries a pay scale of US $ 5500-200-7100 along with other allowances. Candidates should be 45 years of age or above, with a maximum age limit of 65 years, and possess a postgraduate qualification in Agriculture, Rural Development, Economics, or Social Sciences with at least 10 years of experience in a senior decision/policy making position. Applications must be forwarded through proper channel to reach the AARDO Secretariat by 12 November 2026.
Summary generated from the official notification. Confirm details there before applying.
Quick answers
- What is the last date to apply?
- 12 Nov 2026
- How many vacancies are there?
- 1 vacancy.
- What is the salary?
- US $ 5500-200-7100
- What is the age limit?
- Up to 65 years.
- What qualification is needed?
- postgraduate academic qualification in Agriculture/Rural Development, Economics or Social Sciences or any relevant specialization from a university of repute or its equivalent.
Post
| Post | Vacancies | Qualification | Max age | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secretary General (SG) | 1 | postgraduate academic qualification in Agriculture/Rural Development, Economics or Social Sciences or any relevant specialization from a university of repute or its equivalent. | 65 years | US $ 5500-200-7100 |
- Secretary General (SG)
- Vacancies
- 1
- Qualification
- postgraduate academic qualification in Agriculture/Rural Development, Economics or Social Sciences or any relevant specialization from a university of repute or its equivalent.
- Max age
- 65 years
- Pay
- US $ 5500-200-7100
How to apply
Forward the application in identical duplicate along with vigilance clearance through proper channel to the Department within 15 days from the date of issue of this letter, and ensure the nomination reaches the Secretary General, African-Asian Rural Development Organization (AARDO) in a sealed cover marked 'Confidential - Nomination for the post of Secretary General of African-Asian Rural Development Organization' on or before 12 November 2026.
Eligibility
Education
Varies by post: see Posts above
- Age
- Varies by post: see Posts above
- Experience
- sufficient experience in various fields covered under agricultural/rural development, out of which at least the last 10 years of service should be in a senior decision/policy making position in government/university/institutes.
Eligibility shown here is our reading of the official notification. Confirm every requirement against the official notification before applying.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application closes |
Selection process
appointment by the Executive Committee, by election through secret voting if there is more than one candidate, to be ratified by the next General Session of the AARDO Conference.
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