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PAU Recruitment 2026 for 2 Research Associate and Junior Research Fellow – Apply Offline @ www.pau.edu

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Total Vacancies
2 Posts
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Selection / Apply Mode
Offline (Post)
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Closing Date
10 August 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization Punjab Agricultural University 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. PunjabAgriculturalUniversity/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count 1 (2 Posts)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Offline (By Post) 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 10 August 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
mentioned in the notification via Speed Post or Registered Post.
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
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PAU Recruitment 2026 for 2 Research Associate and Junior Research Fellow – Apply Offline @ www.pau.edu
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Organization: Punjab Agricultural University (PAU)
Post Name: Research Associate & Junior Research Fellow
Total Vacancy: 2
Last Date: 10 August 2026
Official Website: www.pau.edu

PAU Recruitment 2026 – Golden Opportunity for Researchers in Agriculture

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has released a latest notification for Sarkari Naukri in 2026 for the positions of Research Associate and Junior Research Fellow. This is a project-based government job offering excellent pay scales and career growth under 7th CPC. With only 2 vacancies, interested candidates must apply offline before 10 August 2026 and attend the walk-in interview on 14 August 2026. Read the full notification for eligibility, selection process, and application details.

PAU Vacancy 2026 – Detailed Breakdown

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for PAU Recruitment 2026
Post DesignationTotal Vacancies
Research Associate1
Junior Research Fellow1
Total2

PAU Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Research Associate

  • B.Sc. in Agriculture/Biotechnology/Biosciences with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
  • M.Sc. in relevant discipline with minimum 65% marks or OCPA 6.50/10.00 and at least two years of post-M.Sc research/teaching experience.
  • Ph.D. in the required discipline is also eligible (exempted from national test).
  • Desirable: Experience with rice crop field practices, plant tissue culture, bioinformatics, data handling.

Junior Research Fellow

  • Same educational qualification as Research Associate.
  • Must have passed GATE/CSIR-UGC-NET/ARS-NET/DBT-BET or equivalent national level test (Ph.D. holders exempted).

Application Fee

Application Fee for PAU Recruitment 2026
CategoryFee
All CandidatesRs. 200/- (Online Payment)

Age Limit

Please refer to the official notification for age limit details. Age relaxation applicable as per government rules.

Salary / Stipend

  • Research Associate: Rs. 47,000/- + 16% HRA per month
  • Junior Research Fellow: Rs. 37,000/- + 16% HRA per month
  • Junior Research Fellow (non-NET): Rs. 30,000/- + 16% HRA per month

Important Dates

Important Dates for PAU Recruitment 2026
EventDate
Last date for receipt of applications10 August 2026
Walk-in Interview14 August 2026

Selection Process

The selection will be based on application scrutiny and walk-in interview. Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email or phone.

How to Apply for PAU Recruitment 2026

Follow these steps to apply offline:

  1. Read the official notification PDF carefully.
  2. Download the application form from www.pau.edu.
  3. Fill the form with correct details.
  4. Attach self-attested copies of required documents (photograph, signature, ID, certificates).
  5. Send the completed application to the address mentioned in the notification via Speed Post or Registered Post.
  6. Ensure it reaches before 10 August 2026.
  7. Keep a photocopy for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply for PAU Recruitment 2026?

The last date for receipt of applications is 10 August 2026.

How many vacancies are available in PAU Recruitment 2026?

There are a total of 2 vacancies: 1 for Research Associate and 1 for Junior Research Fellow.

What is the salary for Research Associate in PAU?

Research Associate will get Rs. 47,000/- per month plus 16% HRA.

What is the eligibility for Junior Research Fellow?

Candidates must have M.Sc. in Agriculture/Biotechnology/Biosciences with 65% marks and two years post-M.Sc experience, plus a valid national-level test score (GATE/UGC-NET etc.) unless Ph.D.

📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step

Applications must be submitted offline by sending the filled form and documents via Speed Post to the address given in the notification.

Is there an application fee for PAU Recruitment?

Yes, all candidates have to pay Rs. 200 as application fee online.

When is the walk-in interview for PAU Recruitment 2026?

The walk-in interview is scheduled for 14 August 2026.

What is the selection process for PAU Recruitment?

The selection is based on shortlisting of applications and a walk-in interview.

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