Section 19(5) in The Assam Agricultural University Act, 1968
(5)In the temporary absence of the Vice-Chancellor the senior-most officer amongst the Deans should temporarily carry on the routine duties of the office. Where the post of Vice-Chancellor falls permanently vacant either by resignation or otherwise, the vacancy shall be filled by the Chancellor in accordance with the provisions of sub-section (1) of this section and the Vice- Chancellor so appointed shall hold office for full term of five years.
