SMOI Young Professional Notification 2026: Eligibility, Stipend, Locations and How to Apply
Looking for a contract role in the textile and sericulture sector that comes with a fixed monthly income? The Silk Mark Organisation of India (SMOI), which works under the Central Silk Board, Ministry of Textiles, has invited online applications for 8 Young Professional (Extension Services) posts. The engagement is on a purely contract basis and runs from the date of appointment up to 31 March 2029, with a consolidated stipend of Rs 30,000 per month.
The posts are spread over six chapters in the south, west and east of the country, and each chapter takes candidates from the states it covers. You must apply for one chapter only, and the last date is 28 October 2026 (23:59). Read this guide fully before you pick your chapter, because that single choice decides whether your application is valid. For more openings in your own state, see Karnataka govt jobs or graduate govt jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in.
SMOI Young Professional Recruitment 2026 Key Highlights
The Silk Mark Organisation of India is part of the Central Silk Board under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, with its corporate office in Bengaluru. This memorandum, dated 9 October 2026, is for hiring technical resource persons who will be attached to its chapters and units in the states concerned. It is not a regular government post, so read the terms below with care before you decide.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Silk Mark Organisation of India (Central Silk Board, Ministry of Textiles) |
| Post | Young Professionals – Extension Services |
| Total Vacancies | 8 |
| Stipend | Rs 30,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Engagement | Contract, from appointment to 31 March 2029 |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Last Date | 28 October 2026, 23:59 |
| Advertisement No. | SMOI/SMBM/2018-19-20-21/79 |
How Many Vacancies Are There in SMOI Young Professional Recruitment 2026?
There are eight vacancies in six cities. The notification gives no category-wise split, so only the chapter-wise numbers are listed. Each chapter serves specific states, and that is the area you will work in.
| Chapter / Place of Posting | Vacancies | Area of Work |
|---|---|---|
| Bengaluru (SMOI Central Office) | 2 | Karnataka |
| Chennai | 2 | Tamil Nadu |
| Hyderabad | 1 | Andhra Pradesh and Telangana |
| Mumbai | 1 | Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh |
| Palakkad | 1 | Tamil Nadu and Kerala |
| Kolkata | 1 | West Bengal, Jharkhand |
| Total | 8 |
Notice that Tamil Nadu is covered by two chapters (Chennai and Palakkad). Choose the one that fits your home state and your language, and remember you cannot apply to more than one.
What is the Eligibility for SMOI Young Professional 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Diploma in Textiles, Bachelor’s in Textiles / Sericulture / Agriculture, or any Degree |
| Experience | No experience requirement is stated |
The qualification line is worded broadly in the notification, and it ends with any Degree. If your graduation is in another subject, keep your certificates ready and check the official notification once more before you apply. You will upload proof of age, qualification and experience, if any, with the form.
Local Candidate and Language Rules
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Home state | Candidates hailing from the concerned State are eligible to apply for that chapter |
| Choice of state | You select the State where you can be engaged, subject to knowledge of the language |
| Language | Preference goes to candidates who can read, write and speak the local language |
In simple words, a candidate from Kerala should look at Palakkad, and a candidate from Karnataka should look at Bengaluru. Language knowledge earns preference, and the State you choose is subject to knowing its language.
Age Limit
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| All candidates | 30 years as on 31 January 2026 |
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The notification mentions no age relaxation for any category, so 30 years is the ceiling. Note that the cut-off date is 31 January 2026, not the closing date of the application, so work out your age on that exact day.
What is the Salary (Stipend) for SMOI Young Professional 2026?
The stipend is one consolidated amount; allowances apply as listed below.
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Stipend | Rs 30,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Deduction | Professional tax is deducted at source as per prevailing rules |
| Official travel | TA/DA allowed, subject to approval of the Competent Authority; rail or bus |
| Hotel, conveyance and other allowance | On par with level-3 cadre |
| Leave | All SMOI holidays plus 8 days leave per year on advance request |
Two points matter for your budget. First, if you are absent for more than the prescribed leave, a proportionate deduction is made from the consolidated pay. Second, there is no TA/DA for joining the assignment or on its completion. The notification lists no other benefits, so do not plan on perks beyond what is written here.
What is the Selection Process for SMOI Young Professional 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Shortlisting | Candidates are shortlisted based on merit |
| Intimation | By e-mail communication only |
| Interview | At selected locations or chapters, in a 1:5 ratio |
The mode of selection is stated as through interview. For every position, five candidates are invited. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview, so plan the trip with that in mind. The notification does not describe a written test, a marking scheme or a syllabus, so there is nothing to prepare apart from the interview. For help with that, read our preparation strategy guide.
Bring the printout of your finally submitted online application along with the uploaded documents and certificates. They must be submitted at the time of the interview.
How to Apply Online for SMOI Young Professional 2026?
Keep a valid mobile number and a working e-mail address ready, because both are used in the process. The organisation communicates with candidates by e-mail only.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the SMOI recruitment portal (link in Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Register with a valid mobile number and verify it with the OTP sent to you |
| 3 | Select the State and the chapter where you can be engaged |
| 4 | Fill in the form and upload documents for age, qualification and experience |
| 5 | Submit the form by 28 October 2026, before the link closes |
| 6 | Take a printout of the finally submitted application |
Applications received through any other mode will not be accepted and will be summarily rejected. An applicant who does not give a valid e-mail address will be rejected too. Submit early, because the link is disabled after the closing time and you will not get a second chance.
What are the Important Dates for SMOI Young Professional 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 9 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 28 October 2026, 23:59 |
| Age Cut-off Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Contract End Date | 31 March 2029 |
The start date of the online application is not given in the notification. After the offer of engagement is e-mailed, a maximum of 30 days is allowed for joining.
Is There an Application Fee for SMOI Young Professional 2026?
The notification does not mention any application fee, so there is no fee category to list here. If the portal asks for a payment, check it against the official notification before paying anything.
Conditions That Can Cost You the Post
These lines are easy to skip, but each one can end your candidature or your engagement.
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| One chapter only | You must apply for one chapter only |
| Other modes of application | Applications received through any other mode will not be accepted and are summarily rejected |
| E-mail address | An applicant not mentioning a valid e-mail address shall be rejected |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification |
| Existing employment | If engaged in any private or government service, institute or organisation, you must submit a No Objection Certificate or relieving letter from the parent employer at the time of joining |
| Contract nature | The engagement gives no right or claim for regular or temporary appointment in any future vacancy in SMOI |
| Termination | It can be terminated at any time by the Competent Authority without notice or assigning any reason |
| Performance | Periodic assessment is done, and unsatisfactory service will be terminated |
| Absence | Unauthorised absence from duty will attract action including termination |
| Working hours | Monday to Saturday, 9.30 AM to 6.00 PM, and beyond office hours in an exigency |
| Cancellation | The organisation reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any stage |
| Women candidates | The organisation encourages female candidates to apply |
SMOI Young Professional Recruitment 2026 Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for Silk Mark Organisation of India (SMOI) Young Professional Recruitment 2026 – 8 Posts
- Visit Silk Mark Organisation of India (SMOI) Young Professional Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
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If you hold a Textiles diploma or any degree, hail from Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Maharashtra, Kerala, West Bengal or the other states listed above, and are at most 30 on 31 January 2026, apply. The stipend is fixed and the work is in your own region. Pick the right chapter, upload clean documents and submit by 28 October 2026. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more updates like this one.