KVIC recruits 20 Young Professionals without travel or dearness allowance

It matters to citizens as it outlines the eligibility criteria, remuneration, and terms of service for these temporary roles within a statutory body under the Ministry of MSME.

Who it concerns: Eligible candidates who are below 27 years of age as on 01.10.2026, possess qualifications from UGC-recognized Indian universities or AICTE-approved courses, and meet specific departmental requirements (Accounts/Audit, HR & Admin, Khadi, Legal, Marketing, Design & Drawing, Science & Technology, or Publicity).

What the document says

• Positions are filled on a contractual basis for an initial period of one year, extendable for up to two further years based on performance.
• Remuneration is fixed between Rs. 25,000 and Rs. 30,000 per month, plus conveyance of Rs. 2,500 to Rs. 3,000.
• Candidates are not considered staff members of KVIC; no employer-employee relationship is established, and there is no entitlement to benefits, absorption, or regularization.
• Working hours are the same as regular KVIC employees, with no extra remuneration for overtime or holiday work.
• Eligible for 8 days of leave per year, which cannot be carried forward to the next tenure.
• KVIC can terminate the contract with one month's notice; candidates must also give one month's notice to terminate.
• Selection is based on qualification, experience, and a personal interview scheduled for October 2026.
• Applications must be submitted online via the KVIC website (www.kvic.gov.in); no other mode of application is accepted.

Also in the document

• The number of positions (20) is tentative and may vary.
• Internship training is not considered as work experience; only direct work experience or fixed-term employment is counted.
• Candidates are responsible for their own life, health, and other insurance at their sole expense.
• No Travel Allowance (TA) or Dearness Allowance (DA) is provided for attending the interview or for joining/completing the assignment.
• Income tax or other state taxes will be deducted at source from payments.
• Candidates must ensure their name in the online application exactly matches their photo identity proof to be allowed to appear for the interview.