Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University (RPCAU), Pusa, Samastipur, Bihar, has invited applications for the post of Consultant in Technical Services (Information and Communication Technology) on a contractual basis. There is one vacancy available, and candidates must apply by post by 5:00 PM on 24 November 2026.
Eligibility
Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in a relevant subject. Relevant work experience under Central/State Government or Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) is required. Experience should include one or more of the following areas:
- Website and portal development and management including ASP.NET, Java, PHP, Oracle, MySQL, Web Services, and related application development such as dot net, server network, and backup maintenance
- Database administration with ERP, e-Office, e-HRMS, and SAMARTH Portal
- IT project management, documentation, and reporting
- Good knowledge of IT infrastructure and communication technology
- Understanding of Windows systems, databases, and cloud platforms
- Cybersecurity, data privacy, and information security expertise
- Excellent communication and coordination skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams
- Strong problem-solving skills
Pay Scale
The official notification does not specify the pay scale for this post.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 24 November 2026 |
Application Fee
The notice does not mention any application fee.
Selection Process
The official notification does not provide details about the selection process.
How to Apply
- Prepare the application in the prescribed format as detailed in the official notification.
- Attach self-attested copies of all relevant supporting documents.
- Send the application by post to the following address:
The Deputy Registrar (Rectt.), Recruitment Section,
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University (RPCAU),
Pusa, Samastipur - 848125, Bihar. - Optionally, applicants may send a copy of the application by email to recruitmentrpcau@gmail.com.
- Ensure that the application reaches before the deadline. Late applications or those without supporting documents will not be considered.
Scope of Work and Responsibilities
- Provide technical advice and strategic support on IT-related matters to the university.
- Plan, implement, and monitor IT infrastructure and systems.
- Manage networks, servers, databases, applications, and cloud-based services.
- Ensure IT system security, data protection, and backup/disaster-recovery arrangements.
- Identify and resolve technical issues to minimize downtime.
- Support digital transformation and automation initiatives at the university.
- Prepare technical specifications, reports, proposals, and documentation related to IT.
- Coordinate with IT vendors, service providers, and stakeholders.
- Monitor compliance with IT policies, standards, and security requirements.
- Perform any other IT-related duties assigned by the competent authority.
The engagement tenure is initially one year, which may be extended based on university requirements and the consultant’s performance. This is a temporary contractual position without any entitlement for regular appointment.
Vacancy Breakdown
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Consultant in Technical Services (Information and Communication Technology) | 1 |
| Total | 1 post |
Non-teaching pay structure (7th CPC)
Standard 7th CPC pay matrix for non-teaching posts in Central Universities (reference)
| Post | Group | Pay level | Basic pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registrar | Group A | Level 14 | Rs.1,44,200 |
| Deputy Registrar | Group A | Level 12 | Rs.78,800 |
| Assistant Registrar | Group A | Level 10 | Rs.56,100 |
| Section Officer | Group B | Level 7 | Rs.44,900 |
| Private Secretary | Group B | Level 7 | Rs.44,900 |
| Assistant | Group B | Level 6 | Rs.35,400 |
| UDC | Group C | Level 4 | Rs.25,500 |
| Stenographer | Group C | Level 4 | Rs.25,500 |
| LDC | Group C | Level 2 | Rs.19,900 |
| MTS | Group C | Level 1 | Rs.18,000 |
Age relaxation and reservation
Standard reservation and age relaxation rules for Central Government posts (reference)
| Category | Reservation | Age relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | Open Merit | None |
| OBC (NCL) | 27% | 3 years |
| SC | 15% | 5 years |
| ST | 7.5% | 5 years |
| EWS | 10% | As per rules |
| PwD (UR) | 5% horizontal | 10 years |
| PwD (OBC) | 5% horizontal | 13 years |
| PwD (SC/ST) | 5% horizontal | 15 years |
