📋 Complete Notification Details
Additional Director of Research, Additional Director of Extension Education, Silviculturist, Assistant Professor (Statistics/Microbiology/Punjabi), Farm Manager, Store Keeper, Beldar, Chowkidar
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana has released the PAU Recruitment 2026 notification on its official website. A total of various vacancies have been announced for Teaching and Non-Teaching posts including Additional Director of Research, Additional Director of Extension Education, Silviculturist, Assistant Professors, Farm Manager, Store Keeper, Beldar, and Chowkidar. Eligible candidates within the prescribed age limit and possessing relevant educational qualifications can apply online through the official website. The last date for online registration is 30th July 2026 and the last date for submission of hard copy of the application is 7th August 2026.
Employment Type:FULL_TIME
Number of Vacancies:Various
Educational Qualification:
Experience:As per the specific post requirements (generally, higher academic positions require relevant experience as per PAU/UGC norms).
Skills:As per the specific post requirements (e.g., teaching, research, agricultural extension, plant tissue culture, store management, physical labor).
Salary: Pay Scale varies by post: Group-A (Rs. 57,700 - Rs. 1,44,200), Group-B (Rs. 35,400), Group-C (Rs. 19,900), Group-D (Rs. 18,000) per month, plus applicable allowances.
Age Limit: As on 1st January 2026. For posts at Sr. No. 7-10: 18-37 years. Age relaxation for Government employees up to 45 years, and for contract employees of PAU/Govt. Organizations up to 45 years as per norms.
Selection Procedure:
- Group-A: Screening/Shortlisting, Interview, Document Verification.
- Group-B & C: Written Test, Punjabi Language Test (qualifying), Interview, Document Verification.
- Group-D: Written Test, Punjabi Language Test (qualifying), Document Verification.
Application Fee:
- Group-A (Sr. No. 1-6): Rs. 1,298/-
- Group-B (Sr. No. 7): Rs. 590/-
- Group-C (Sr. No. 8): Rs. 354/-
- Group-D (Sr. No. 9-10): Rs. 118/-
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates can apply for the PAU Recruitment 2026 only through the official website. The process has two mandatory parts: online registration and hard copy submission.
Part 1: Steps for Online Application
- Visit the Official Website: Go to www.pau.edu or directly visit the application link: r.pau-apms.in.
- Register: Use your mobile number and email ID to register.
- Fill the Form: Fill in the online application form with your personal, educational, and other required details.
- Upload Documents: Upload your photograph, signature, and other necessary documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the Fee: Pay the application fee through electronic mode (online payment gateway).
- Download and Print: Download the filled application form after successful payment and take a printout.
Part 2: Steps for Hard Copy Submission (Mandatory)
- Attach Documents: Attach the fee payment receipt, self-attested copies of educational certificates, mark sheets, experience certificates, summary of qualifications, and all other relevant documents.
- Organize Documents: Page number and tag all documents properly. Each page must be signed by the candidate.
- Photograph: Paste/attach a passport-size photograph (same as uploaded online).
- Submit: Submit the hard copy either by post or by hand to the concerned office mentioned against each post in the notification.
- Deadline: Ensure the hard copy reaches the concerned office by 7th August 2026, up to 04:00 PM.
Note: It is mandatory for all candidates to submit the hard copy of the application form along with all relevant documents; otherwise, their candidature will not be considered.
📅 Important Dates
Published: 2nd July 2026
Online Registration Start Date: 2nd July 2026
Online Registration Last Date: 30th July 2026
Hard Copy Submission Last Date: 7th August 2026 (upto 04:00 PM)
Official Notification: Download Official Notification (PDF)
Apply Online: Click here to Apply Online
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Read the Notification: Before applying, thoroughly read the official notification available on the PAU website for complete details on eligibility, reservation, and terms.
- Hard Copy Submission: Submission of the hard copy of the application form along with all relevant documents is mandatory for all candidates. Applications without hard copies will not be considered.
- Eligibility Date: Candidates must fulfill the requisite qualifications by the last date for applying online, i.e., 30th July 2026.
- Document Organization: Ensure the hard copy application is page-numbered, properly tagged, indexed, and each page is signed by the candidate.
- Punjabi Language Test: For Group-B, C & D posts, the Punjabi language test is a mandatory qualifying test. A minimum of 50% marks is required to qualify.
- No TA/DA: No Travelling Allowance / Dearness Allowance will be paid for attending the interview or examination.
- Apply Separately: Candidates applying for more than one post should submit a separate application form and pay the processing fee for each post.
- Update Contact: Keep your email ID and mobile number active for all communication regarding the recruitment process.