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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

  • 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

EventDate
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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