Silk Mark Organisation of India (SMOI) is recruiting candidates for Young Professional - Extension Services posts, part of its total 8 vacancies announced for 2026. This engagement is purely on a temporary and contract basis up to 31 March 2029, with a specified monthly pay of Rs. 30,000 for the post. Candidates holding a Diploma in Textiles/Bachelor's Textiles/Sericulture/Agriculture or any Degree are eligible to apply. Eligible applicants must submit their online application on or before 28 October 2026 by registering using a valid Mobile number and OTP, applying for one chapter only. The selection process involves shortlisting based on merit followed by an interview at selected locations/chapters in a 1:5 ratio.
SMOI Young Professional - Extension Services at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Silk Mark Organisation of India (SMOI) / Central Silk Board, Ministry of Textiles - Govt. of India |
| Advertisement No. | SMOI/SMBM/2018-19-20-21/79 |
| Post Name(s) | Young Professional - Extension Services |
| Vacancies | 8 |
| Pay | Rs. 30,000/- per month (consolidated stipend) |
| Age Limit | Not more than 30 years as on 31.01.2026 |
| Application Fee | Not stated in the notification |
| Job Location | Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Palakkad, Kolkata |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 28.10.2026 (23:59 PM) |
Vacancy Details
There are a total of 8 vacancies across 6 major cities and chapters as detailed below:
| Sl. No. | Chapter / Place of Posting | YPs | Area of Work |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Bengaluru, SMOI Central Office | 2 | Karnataka |
| 2. | Chennai | 2 | Tamil Nadu |
| 3. | Hyderabad | 1 | Andhra Pradesh & Telangana |
| 4. | Mumbai | 1 | Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh |
| 5. | Palakkad | 1 | Tamil Nadu & Kerala |
| 6. | Kolkata | 1 | West Bengal, Jharkhand |
| Total | - | 8 | - |
Who Can Apply
Candidates must possess a Diploma in Textiles/Bachelor's Textiles/Sericulture/Agriculture or any Degree. Candidates hailing from the concerned State will be eligible to apply for vacancies in the concerned chapter as local candidates. Preference will be given to candidates having knowledge to read, write, and speak in the local language.
Pay and Tenure
The selected Young Professionals will receive a consolidated stipend of Rs. 30,000/- per month. Professional tax will be deducted at source before effecting payment as per prevailing rules. TA/DA is allowed for official travel in the country subject to approval by the Competent Authority, with permissible modes of journey being Rail/Bus, and hotel accommodation, conveyance, and other allowances on par with level-3 cadre.
How to Apply for SMOI Young Professional - Extension Services
- Visit the official recruitment website at https://silkmarkrecruitment.in.
- Register online using a valid Mobile number and the generated OTP (One-Time Password) to verify your identity.
- Fill out the online application form and select the State where you can be engaged, applying for one chapter only.
- Upload relevant documents in respect of age, qualifications, experience, etc., for office records.
- Submit the online application on or before 23:59 PM on 28 October 2026.
- Take a printout of the finally submitted online application and keep it along with uploaded documents for submission at the time of the interview.
Selection and Interview
Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit, and shortlisted candidates will be intimated by e-mail communication only. Interviews will be conducted at selected locations/chapters with a 1:5 ratio (i.e., for every 1 position, 5 candidates will be invited for the interview). No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification / Memorandum | 09.10.2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application | 28.10.2026 up to 23:59 PM |
Important Instructions
- Applications received through any other mode will not be accepted and will be summarily rejected.
- Candidates engaged in any other private/Government services/institutes/organisation must submit a No Objection Certificate/relieving letter from the parent employer at the time of joining.
- Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification, though female candidates are encouraged to apply to reflect gender balance.
- The engagement is purely on a temporary and contract basis up to 31.03.2029 and does not confer any right or claim for regular or temporary appointment in any future vacancies.
- Office timings are generally from Monday to Saturday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with extended service rendered during exigencies.
- Selected candidates are eligible for all SMOI holidays and 8 days of leave per year on specific advance request subject to sanction.
- Selected candidates must be ready to undertake tours to areas under the jurisdiction of chapters as directed.
- Selected candidates must join within a maximum period of 30 days from the date of e-mailing the offer of engagement letter.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Online Application Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Memorandum Notice |
| Official Website | Silk Mark Organisation of India Website |