| Company Name | Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) |
| Post Name | Teaching and Non Teaching Posts |
| No of Posts | Not Mentioned |
| Advt No | 01/2026 |
| Qualification | Matric-level Punjabi language certificate (mandatory for almost all posts), Ph.D. for most scientific/teaching posts, NET/SLET/SET (exemptions for Ph.D. holders) |
| Age Limit | Min: 18 years, Max: 37 years |
| Last Date | 17-04-2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Full Time |
PAU Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Application Fee (incl. GST) |
|---|---|
| Dean Postgraduate Studies (4-year term) | ₹1,298/- |
| Dean, College of Basic Sciences & Humanities (4-year term) | ₹1,298/- |
| Director, Gurdev Singh Khush Institute of Genetics, Plant Breeding & Biotechnology (4-year term) | ₹1,298/- |
| Senior Biotechnologist | ₹1,298/- |
| Food Technologist (Milling Technology) | ₹1,298/- |
| Food Technologist (Packaging) | ₹1,298/- |
| Botanist | ₹1,298/- |
| Molecular Cytogeneticist | ₹1,298/- |
| Plant Biotechnologist (Computational Biology) | ₹1,298/- |
| Entomologist (Rice) | ₹1,298/- |
| Soil Chemist | ₹1,298/- |
| Assistant Professor (Civil Engineering) | ₹1,298/- |
| Assistant Professor (Computer Science & Engineering) | ₹1,298/- |
| Assistant Professor (Mechatronics) | ₹1,298/- |
| Assistant Professor (Plant Breeding) | ₹1,298/- |
| Assistant Professor (Soil Science) | ₹1,298/- |
| Assistant Librarian | ₹1,298/- |
| District Extension Scientist (Agricultural Economics) (outstation) | ₹1,298/- |
| Clerk | ₹354/- |
| Bee Keeper | ₹354/- |
| Ward Attendant | ₹118/- |
Eligibility Criteria
1. Dean, Postgraduate Studies
- Ph.D. in Agriculture discipline, Master’s degree in Agriculture, Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Minimum 65% in Master’s, 12 years experience (5 years as Professor)Bachelor’s degree programs
2. Dean, College of Basic Sciences & Humanities
- Ph.D. in Basic Sciences / Humanities / Agricultural Sciences, Master’s + Bachelor’s in relevant field, Minimum 65% in Master’s, 12 years experience (5 years as Professor)
3. Director (Genetics, Plant Breeding & Biotechnology)
- B.Sc. Biotech / Agriculture / Biological Sciences, Ph.D. in Biotechnology / Genetics / Plant Breeding, 12 years experience (5 years as Professor)
4. Senior Biotechnologist
- B.Sc / B.Tech in Biotechnology / Agriculture, Ph.D. in Biotechnology / Molecular Biology / Genetics, 8 years teaching/research experience
5. Food Technologist (Milling Technology)
- B.Sc / B.Tech in Food Tech / Agriculture / Biotechnology / Dairy / Nutrition, M.Sc / M.Tech in Food Technology / related field, NET qualified (or Ph.D. exemption)
6. Food Technologist (Packaging)
- B.Sc / B.Tech in Food Tech / Agriculture / Biotechnology, M.Sc / M.Tech in Food Technology / Post-Harvest / Dairy., NET qualified (or Ph.D.)
7. Botanist
- B.Sc in Botany / Agriculture / Biotechnology / Forestry, Master’s in Botany / Plant Physiology, NET qualified (or Ph.D.)
8. Molecular Cytogeneticist
- B.Sc / B.Tech Biotechnology / Agriculture, Master’s in Biotechnology / Genetics, NET qualified (or Ph.D.)
9. Plant Biotechnologist (Computational Biology)
- B.Sc Biotechnology / Bioinformatics, Master’s in Bioinformatics / Computational Biology, NET qualified (or Ph.D.)
10. Entomologist (Rice)
- B.Sc Agriculture / Horticulture / Biotechnology, Master’s in Entomology, NET qualified (or Ph.D.)
11. Soil Chemist
- B.Sc Agriculture / Forestry / Biotechnology, Master’s in Soil Science, NET qualified (or Ph.D.)Science career paths
12. Assistant Professor (Civil Engineering)
- B.E/B.Tech in Civil Engineering, M.E/M.Tech in Structural / Soil Engineering, NET qualified (relaxable)
13. Assistant Professor (CSE)
- B.Tech/B.E in CSE / IT / related, M.Tech/M.E in CSE / IT / AI / Data Science, NET qualified (relaxable)
14. Assistant Professor (Mechatronics)
- Bachelor’s in Mechatronics / Mechanical / Robotics, Master’s in Mechatronics / Robotics / CAD/CAM, NET qualified (or Ph.D.)
15. Assistant Professor (Plant Breeding)
- B.Sc Agriculture / Biotechnology, Master’s in Plant Breeding / Genetics, NET qualified (or Ph.D.)
16. Assistant Professor (Soil Science)
- B.Sc Agriculture / Biotechnology, Master’s in Soil Science, NET qualified (or Ph.D.)
17. Assistant Librarian
- Graduation + Master’s in Library Science, NET qualified (or Ph.D.)
18. District Extension Scientist (Agricultural Economics)
- B.Sc Agriculture / Horticulture, Master’s in Agricultural Economics, NET qualified (or Ph.D.)
19. Clerk
- Bachelor’s degree, Computer course (120 hours or O-level), Typing: 30 WPM (English & Punjabi)Bachelor’s degree programs
20. Bee Keeper
- 10+2 (Science) + 1 year experience OR Matric + Diploma in Agriculture + experience
21. Ward Attendant
- 10+2, 2–5 years hospital experience, Punjabi knowledge
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹1298 (most posts, incl. GST), ₹354 (Clerk & Bee Keeper, incl. GST), ₹118/- (Ward Attendant incl. GST) |
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 37 years
- Age Relaxation: As per Punjab Govt. rules (SC/BC/PwD/EWS + contract employees up to 45 years in some cases)
Salary / Stipend
- Dean Postgraduate Studies (4-year term): Level-14 + SA ₹1000 Per Month
- Dean, College of Basic Sciences & Humanities (4-year term): Level-14 + SA ₹1000 Per Month
- Director, Gurdev Singh Khush Institute of Genetics, Plant Breeding & Biotechnology (4-year term): Level-14 + SA ₹800 Per Month
- Senior Biotechnologist: Level-13A Per Month
- Food Technologist (Milling Technology): Level-10 Per Month
- Food Technologist (Packaging): Level-10 Per Month
- Botanist: Level-10 Per Month
- Molecular Cytogeneticist: Level-10 Per Month
- Plant Biotechnologist (Computational Biology): Level-10 Per Month
- Entomologist (Rice): Level-10 Per Month
- Soil Chemist: Level-10 Per Month
- Assistant Professor (Civil Engineering): Level-10 Per Month
- Assistant Professor (Computer Science & Engineering): Level-10 Per Month
- Assistant Professor (Mechatronics): Level-10 Per Month
- Assistant Professor (Plant Breeding): Level-10 Per Month
- Assistant Professor (Soil Science): Level-10 Per Month
- Assistant Librarian: Level-10 Per Month
- District Extension Scientist (Agricultural Economics) (outstation): Level-10 Per Month
- Clerk: Level-02 (₹19,900) Per Month
- Bee Keeper: Level-02 (₹19,900) Per Month
- Ward Attendant: Level-01 (₹18,000) Per Month
PAU Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date for online registration & fee payment | 21 March 2026 |
| Last date for online registration & fee payment | 17 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Hard Copy + Documents | 27 April 2026 (up to 4:00 p.m.) |
