PAU Recruitment 2026: 25 Junior Field/Lab Helper Notification, Eligibility, Salary & Last Date

Punjab Agricultural University Ludhiana Last Date: 9th March, 2026
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PAU Recruitment 2026: Junior Field/Lab Helper Notification, Eligibility, Salary & Last Date

Recruitment Overview

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, through the Department of Soil Science, has invited applications for the engagement of 25 posts of Junior Field/Lab Helper. This recruitment is for a specific project titled "Detailed soil survey and mapping of some selected districts (Ludhiana, Moga, Tarn Taran, and Fatehgarh Sahib) of Punjab at scale of 1:10,000".

Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment based on a selection committee interview/interaction. It does not involve a written competitive examination.

The engagement is initially for a period of six months. Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply on plain paper.

Key Highlights Table

Feature Details
Organization Name Punjab Agricultural University (PAU)
Post Name Junior Field/Lab Helper
Total Vacancies 25
Application Last Date 09-03-2026
Selection Date 13-03-2026 at 02:00 PM
Official Website https://pauwp.pau.edu

Vacancy Details

Post Name Vacancies Pay Scale/Salary Age Limit
Junior Field/Lab Helper 25 Fixed Rs. 11,726 + Rs. 800 (EPF+ESI) per month 18 to 63 years

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

Educational Qualification

  • Required: Middle (8th Standard) with Punjabi as a subject.
  • Preference: Candidates who have been working as DPLs (Daily Paid Labourers) in the respective field in PAU for 10 years will be given preference.

Age Limit & Relaxation

  • Age Limit: Between 18 to 63 years.
  • Age Calculation: The notice does not specify a specific "Age as on" date. Candidates should refer to standard university norms or clarify during the selection committee interaction.

Selection Process

Since this is Direct Recruitment, the selection will be based on the following:

  1. Document Verification: Submission of attested copies of certificates.
  2. Selection Committee Interview: Candidates must appear in person before the Selection Committee.

Application Fee

  • Fee Amount: Rs. 100/-.
  • Mode of Payment: Demand Draft (DD) only.
  • Payee: The DD must be drawn in favor of "Comptroller, PAU, Ludhiana".

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

  1. Prepare Application: Type or write your application on a plain paper. Include your name, address, age, educational qualifications, and experience.
  2. Attach Documents: Gather attested copies of all relevant certificates (educational, experience, age proof, etc.).
  3. Obtain Demand Draft: Procure a DD for Rs. 100/- in favor of "Comptroller, PAU, Ludhiana".
  4. Submission: Send the complete application form, DD, and attested copies to the Department of Soil Science, PAU, Ludhiana (or the office of the undersigned) via post/courier.
  5. Deadline: Ensure the application reaches on or before 09-03-2026.
  6. Personal Appearance: Candidates must appear before the Selection Committee with original testimonials on 13-03-2026 at 02:00 PM at the office of the undersigned.

Important Dates

Last Date for Submission of Application 09-03-2026
Date of Selection Committee Meeting 13-03-2026
Reporting Time 02:00 PM

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About Punjab Agricultural University

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Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Ludhiana, was established in the year 1962, by Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi, Government of India & State Government, The University play vital role in ushering in the era of Green Revolution and transformation of the National form a food deficit to a food surplus by Research & Development in Agriculture.

The aim of University is to promote faster transfer of technology by developing Research Institutions / Agricultural Universities so that farmers can adopt the technologies to increased production and productivity of district major crops in sustainable manner and also enhance income from allied agricultural sectors.

The prime objective Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is to train Farmers of District by line knowledge and research with the process where farmer investigates, measures and studies.University also conducting programmes like Farm testing in Crops Production, Horticulture, Livestock Protection, Plant Protection, Home Science, etc.

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Agriculture Education Center to provide Education Opportunities to the tribal rural young boys & girls to get employment opportunities they conduct courses like, Foundation in Agriculture / Undergraduate Diploma in Agro Journalism / Diploma in Agriculture Business Management / Diploma in Horticulture / Diploma In Soil & Water Testing / Diploma in Fertilizer and Drugs, and other Training, Demonstration to the Students.

The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), offers recruitment for the posts of, Faculty (for various academic discipline offered by University at the level of), Professor / Assistant Professor / Associate Professor / Senior Scientist / Researcher / Assistant Research Fellow / Junior Research Fellow / Administrative Officer / Caretaker of Farms / Accounts Officer / Assistant Accountant / Lab Attendant / Technician (Soli Laboratory) / Librarian / Peon / Office Attendant / Sweeper / Watchman, etc.


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