| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Total Posts | various |
| Nature of Posts | Permanent (Posts 4 to 21). Posts 1 to 3 are term of 4 years |
| Post Type | Teaching and Non-Teaching |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Opens | 21 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 17 April 2026 |
| Hard Copy Submission Last Date | 27 April 2026 |
| Official Website | pau.edu |
Vacancy Details for PAU Recruitment 2026
| Sr. No. | Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dean, Postgraduate Studies (4-year term) | Rs. 1,44,200 (Level-14) |
| 2 | Dean, College of Basic Sciences and Humanities (4-year term) | Rs. 1,44,200 (Level-14) |
| 3 | Director, Gurdev Singh Khush Institute of Genetics, Plant Breeding and Biotechnology (4-year term) | Rs. 1,44,200 (Level-14) |
| 4 | Senior Biotechnologist | Rs. 1,31,400 (Level-13A) |
| 5 | Food Technologist (Milling Technology) | Rs. 57,700 (Level-10) |
| 6 | Food Technologist (Packaging) | Rs. 57,700 (Level-10) |
| 7 | Botanist | Rs. 57,700 (Level-10) |
| 8 | Molecular Cytogeneticist | Rs. 57,700 (Level-10) |
| 9 | Plant Biotechnologist (Computational Biology) | Rs. 57,700 (Level-10) |
| 10 | Entomologist (Rice) | Rs. 57,700 (Level-10) |
| 11 | Soil Chemist | Rs. 57,700 (Level-10) |
| 12 | Assistant Professor (Civil Engineering) | Rs. 57,700 (Level-10) |
| 13 | Assistant Professor (Computer Science and Engineering) | Rs. 57,700 (Level-10) |
| 14 | Assistant Professor (Mechatronics) | Rs. 57,700 (Level-10) |
| 15 | Assistant Professor (Plant Breeding) | Rs. 57,700 (Level-10) |
| 16 | Assistant Professor (Soil Science) | Rs. 57,700 (Level-10) |
| 17 | Assistant Librarian | Rs. 57,700 (Level-10) |
| 18 | District Extension Scientist, Agricultural Economics (Outstation) | Rs. 57,700 (Level-10) |
| 19 | Clerk | Rs. 19,900 (Level-02) |
| 20 | Bee Keeper | Rs. 19,900 (Level-02) |
| 21 | Ward Attendant | Rs. 18,000 (Level-01) |
Eligibility Criteria for PAU Recruitment 2026
Posts 1 and 2 (Dean Level)
- Ph.D., Master’s, and Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or Basic Sciences/Humanities.
- At least second division at Bachelor’s level and 65% marks or OCPA 6.50/10 at Master’s level.
- 12 years of teaching/research/extension experience, with at least 5 years as Professor or equivalent.
- Matric level Punjabi language certificate.
Post 3 (Director, Genetics Institute)
- B.Sc. Biotech/Agri/Medical or B.Sc. (Hons.) Biological Sciences.
- Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Plant Breeding, Genetics, or related discipline.
- 12 years of research/teaching experience with at least 5 years as Professor or equivalent.
- Matric level Punjabi certificate.
Post 4 (Senior Biotechnologist)
- Bachelor’s in Biotechnology/B.Sc.(Agri)/B.Tech Biotechnology.
- Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, or Plant Breeding.
- At least 60% at Bachelor’s and 65%/OCPA 6.50 at Master’s level.
- 8 years of teaching/research experience at Assistant Professor level or equivalent.
- Up to 8 full-length publications with cumulative NAAS rating not less than 40.
Posts 5 to 18 (Assistant Professor and Scientist Level)
- Relevant Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in the specific discipline (varies by post).
- At least 60% at Bachelor’s and 65%/OCPA 6.50 at Master’s level.
- Must have qualified NET (ASRB/UGC/CSIR) with one NAAS-rated publication (NAAS rating above 6) or Clarivate Analytics impact factor journal.
- NET exempted for Ph.D. holders with course work as per UGC 2009 regulations and minimum 2 qualifying research publications.
- Matric level Punjabi language certificate required for all posts.
- Posts 16 and 18 additionally require proficiency in speaking and writing Punjabi, with a qualifying written Punjabi exam (50% minimum) before interview.
Post 19 (Clerk)
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.
- Computer course of 120 hours or ‘O’ level certificate from DOEACC.
- Typing speed of 30 words per minute in English and Punjabi (Raavi font).
- Knowledge of Punjabi up to Matric.
- Age 18 to 37 years.
Post 20 (Bee Keeper)
- 10+2 with Science and 1 year beekeeping experience. OR Matric with 2-year Agriculture Diploma and 1 year beekeeping experience.
- Knowledge of Punjabi up to Matric.
- Age 18 to 37 years.
Post 21 (Ward Attendant)
- 10+2 pass.
- Minimum 2 years experience as Ward Attendant in a 20-bedded hospital OR 5 years as DPL in Government/Semi-Government hospital.
- Punjabi up to Matric.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General (Posts 19 to 21) | 18 to 37 years |
| BC/SC Category Candidates | 42 years |
| Punjab/State/Central Govt employees | Up to 45 years |
| PAU contract employees | Up to 45 years (relaxation equal to contract service period) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Posts 1 to 18 (Group-A) | Rs. 1,298 (including GST, non-refundable) |
| Posts 19 and 20 (Clerk and Bee Keeper) | Rs. 354 (including GST, non-refundable) |
| Post 21 (Ward Attendant) | Rs. 118 (including GST, non-refundable) |
