Principal (Agriculture College)

Job Title: Principal - Agricultural College

Organization: NET's Navodaya Krishi Mahavidyalaya

Location: Raichur, Karnataka

About the Role Navodaya Education Trust is looking for a dynamic, visionary, and experienced academic leader to serve as Principal for its upcoming Agricultural College in Karnataka.

The Principal will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, academic excellence, and operational excellence in alignment with ICAR, UGC, and Government of Karnataka guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide academic and administrative leadership to the institution.
• Ensure high-quality teaching, research, and extension activities in agriculture and allied sciences.
• Oversee curriculum implementation, examinations, and student development programs.
• Build strong industry linkages, MoUs, and placement opportunities for students.
• Ensure compliance with ICAR, UGC, and state regulatory norms.
• Lead faculty development, research promotion, and institutional accreditation efforts.
• Manage infrastructure, budget, and day-to-day administration of the college.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Ph.D. in Agriculture or Allied Sciences (preferred).
• Minimum 10-15 years of teaching/research experience, out of which at least 5 years at Professor or equivalent level.
• Proven leadership and administrative experience in an agricultural college or university.
• Strong understanding of ICAR, UGC, and Karnataka State regulations.
• Excellent communication, team-building, and stakeholder management skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape a new-generation Agricultural College.
• Supportive management and excellent work environment.