KVAFSU Shivamogga Recruitment 2026 – Walk-In Interview for Data Entry Operator & Laboratory Technician Posts

KVAFSU Shivamogga Recruitment 2026: Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University (KVAFSU), Bidar has invited applications for engaging contractual manpower at the Sentinel Surveillance Site, Veterinary College, Shivamogga under the National One Health Programme for Prevention and Control of Zoonoses (NOHP-PCZ) Scheme for the financial year 2026-27. A total of 2 vacancies are available for Data Entry Operator and Laboratory Technician posts. Eligible candidates can attend the Walk-In-Interview on 8th October 2026 at 10:30 AM.

Post Details

• Data Entry Operator: 1 Post
• Laboratory Technician: 1 Post
• Total: 2 Posts
• The appointments are purely on a contractual basis under the NOHP-PCZ Scheme.
• The engagement is for the financial year 2026-27, subject to the applicable project and funding conditions.

1. Data Entry Operator

• No. of Vacancy: 1
• Qualification: Graduate with a 1-year Diploma Course in Computer Application.
• Experience: 1 year of experience in the related field.
• Remuneration: ₹20,000/- consolidated per month.

Data Entry Operator – Job Responsibilities

• Perform data entry on IDSP/IHIP and other electronic databases on a real-time basis using the designated project laptop/computer.
• Analyze demographic, clinical and laboratory data captured by the project in terms of frequencies and proportions.
• Assist in data collection, compilation, reporting and analysis and other local actions related to the project.
• Assist in organizing training programmes.
• Assist in organizing technical meetings.
• Assist in compilation of monthly reviews, periodic reports and plans under the project.
• Assist in completing any other work assigned by the Programme Division, DZDP, NCDC, New Delhi.
• Identify clustering of cases or other important findings from laboratory data under the supervision of the Nodal Officer.
• Ensure timely dissemination of important findings to the State and District Surveillance Officer and Entomologist of the Health Department, State and District Animal Husbandry Department and other relevant stakeholders.

2. Laboratory Technician

• No. of Vacancy: 1
• Remuneration: ₹30,000/- consolidated per month.

Laboratory Technician – Essential Qualification

• Graduate in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) from a recognized University/Institute/Hospital.
• OR Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) with a course duration of at least 2 years from a recognized University.
• OR Diploma/Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) with a course duration of at least 1 year from a recognized University.
• OR Diploma in Animal Husbandry with a course duration of at least 2 years from a recognized University.

Laboratory Technician – Desirable Qualifications / Experience

• Candidates with expertise in handling animals and collection of clinical samples from animals shall be preferred.
• 1 year experience in a medical laboratory for candidates having a 2-year MLT Diploma from a recognized Central Government/State Government Hospital, Institute, Autonomous or Private Institute.
• 2 years experience in a medical laboratory for candidates having a 1-year MLT Diploma from a recognized Central Government/Delhi Government Hospital, Institute, Autonomous or Private Institute.
• 1 year experience in a medical laboratory for graduates in Science from a recognized Central Government/Delhi Government Hospital, Institute, Autonomous or Private Institute.

Laboratory Technician – Job Responsibilities

• Identify eligible patients for inclusion in sentinel surveillance in collaboration with the treating physician/veterinarian.
• Take clinical, demographic and epidemiological details of eligible patients as per the project’s guidelines.
• Work with designated clinicians/veterinarians to ensure proper enrolment of eligible patients.
• Conduct field visits for collection of appropriate clinical samples as per the protocol and defined algorithm under the supervision of the treating physician/veterinarian.
• Carry out routine testing of clinical samples for various zoonotic diseases according to the standard operating procedures followed at the health facility.
• Assist in organizing training programmes under the programme.
• Assist in organizing technical meetings under the programme.
• Assist in compilation of monthly reviews, periodic reports and plans under the project.
• Participate in SLZC and DLZC along with the Nodal Officer and assist in facilitation of the same.
• Assist in completing any other work assigned by the Programme Division, DZDP, NCDC, New Delhi.

Salary Details

• Data Entry Operator: ₹20,000/- per month consolidated.
• Laboratory Technician: ₹30,000/- per month consolidated.
• The remuneration is consolidated and is subject to release of grants and the applicable terms, conditions and revisions as per NCDC guidelines.

Selection Process

• Walk-In-Interview
• Selection is purely on a contractual basis.
• Selection is subject to permission from the funding agencies and KVAFSU, Bidar from time to time.
• Candidates must appear personally for the interview with all required original documents.
• The competent authority reserves the right to cancel the scheduled interview without prior notice or assigning any reason.

Walk-In-Interview Details

• Date: Thursday, 8th October 2026
• Time: 10:30 AM
• Mode: Walk-In-Interview
• Place: Sentinel Surveillance Site, Veterinary College, Shivamogga, Karnataka
• Reporting: Candidates must appear in person at the scheduled time.

How to Apply

• Candidates must attend the Walk-In-Interview in person on 8th October 2026 at 10:30 AM.
• Carry all relevant original documents.
• Carry the required caste certificate, wherever applicable.
• Carry a brief bio-data.
• Bring one set of self-attested photocopies of each relevant document.
• Candidates must possess all the required qualifications before the date of the interview.
• No advance application will be entertained.
• Candidates must attend the interview at their own cost.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

Documents Required

• Original educational qualification certificates
• Original experience certificates, wherever applicable
• Caste Certificate, wherever applicable
• Brief Bio-data / Resume
• One set of self-attested photocopies of all relevant documents
• Any other documents supporting the candidate’s eligibility

Candidates are specifically required to appear with all connected original documents, caste certificate and brief bio-data along with one set of self-attested photocopies of each.

Important Note

• Applicants should read the notification carefully before attending the interview.
• Candidates must appear personally for the Walk-In-Interview.
• Original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies must be carried to the interview.
• Knowledge of Kannada and English reading and writing is essential.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
• No advance application is accepted.
• The posts are purely contractual and do not confer any right to regular appointment in KVAFSU.

Official Address

Sentinel Surveillance Site
Department of Veterinary Public Health and Epidemiology
Veterinary College, Vinobanagar
Shivamogga – 577204
Karnataka

Organization Details

Karnataka Veterinary, Animal and Fisheries Sciences University (KVAFSU), Bidar

The recruitment is being conducted at the Sentinel Surveillance Site, Department of Veterinary Public Health and Epidemiology, Veterinary College, Shivamogga under the National One Health Programme for Prevention and Control of Zoonoses Scheme for the financial year 2026-27.

Essential Language Requirement

• Knowledge of reading and writing in Kannada and English is essential.

Important Conditions

• The posts are purely contractual in nature.
• Continuation of the engagement is subject to permission from the funding agencies and KVAFSU, Bidar.
• Candidates who fail to perform the assigned duties satisfactorily may be terminated at any time without assigning reasons.
• The consolidated pay is subject to release of grants and the terms and conditions/revisions issued from time to time as per NCDC guidelines.
• The unfilled vacancies will remain open until suitable candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria are available.
• The competent authority may cancel the scheduled interview without prior notice or assigning any reason.

Benefits Not Applicable

As per the notification, candidates engaged under these contractual positions are not entitled to the following:

• Provident Fund or any other financial or terminal benefits of service.
• Medical insurance or reimbursement benefits.
• Any kind of leave.
• Claim for experience certificates or any right for appointment to posts in the University.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 28th September 2026
• Walk-In-Interview Date: 8th October 2026
• Interview Time: 10:30 AM
• Application Mode: Walk-In-Interview
• Advance Application: Not entertained

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