Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has notified 1 vacancy for the Field Assistant post under the Tata Steel Foundation funded project “Farmers Capacity Building Program on Agriculture and Livestock across 15 villages funded by in Ludhiana”. The position offers emoluments of Rs. 42,000/- per month (CTC) + Travel expenses on actual basis, and applicants must hold a Graduate degree in Agriculture. Eligible candidates should submit their details through Microsoft form in the given link or scan the QR code given in the notice before the link is deactivated by 5 PM on October 30, 2026. Only short-listed applicants shall be acknowledged and called for the interview.
About PAU Field Assistant Recruitment
The Reviving Green Revolution Cell (NGO) was established in Ludhiana in 2008 and works in close coordination with Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), Coimbatore, Department of Agriculture (DoA) and the state Governments of Punjab (GoP) and Tamil Nadu (TN). The organization is looking for an Agriculture Graduate to work as Field Assistant in a Tata Steel Foundation funded project on “Farmers Capacity Building Program on Agriculture and Livestock across 15 villages funded by in Ludhiana”.
PAU Field Assistant at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Reviving Green Revolution Cell / Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) |
| Post Name | Field Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 1 position |
| Pay | Rs. 42,000/- per month (CTC) + Travel expenses on actual basis |
| Application Mode | Online (Microsoft Form) |
| Job Location | Ludhiana (15 villages around cycle valley) |
| Last Date to Apply | October 30, 2026 (Deactivated by 5 PM) |
| Official Website | www.rgrcell.org |
The notice does not mention any application fee or age limit.
Who Can Apply
Candidates must possess a Graduate degree in Agriculture. Candidates with higher education qualifications will be given preference. Candidates with working experience in Agri-based programs will be given preference, along with a successful track record of achieving targets and experience of data collection and handling. Applicants should have expertise in agriculture, managing field team and on ground experience of Agri-based projects, results oriented and target driven, solution focused, problem solving, computer and IT proficient, able to work as part of a team and on own initiative, ability to prioritize, juggle a varied workload, work calmly under pressure and meet tight deadlines, good interpersonal skills and the ability to network and build relationships at all levels (including rural communities), and good verbal and written communications skills in English, Punjabi and Hindi.
Pay and Tenure
The selected Field Assistant will receive emoluments of Rs. 42,000/- per month (CTC) + Travel expenses on actual basis. The position is attached to the Tata Steel Foundation funded project on “Farmers Capacity Building Program on Agriculture and Livestock across 15 villages funded by in Ludhiana”.
PAU Field Assistant Job Description
- Conduct regular field visits to project villages and plan, implement and monitor project activities as per work plan
- Conduct continuous situation analysis and changes in farm practices, technologies, information accessed by farmers in project villages and identify gaps and suggesting measures for betterment of production and profitability in agriculture.
- Continuous supervising, measurement, record keeping and monitoring of agriculture extension related activities such as crop and technology demonstrations etc.
- Dissemination of information of new varieties / hybrids, improved agriculture inputs and technologies suitable for the local area.
- Assist Area Manager and the team members for preparing physical work plan.
- Identify training needs of the farmers and farmer groups for sustainable agriculture development, prepare training module and training literature and conduct training, exposure and workshops for farmers.
- Providing technical information, maintain MIS & various registers or documents.
- Preparing case studies and documenting best practices
- Liaison with the Agriculture Universities / Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (Punjab), KVKs and other aligned departments essential for carrying out project activities.
- Undertake extensive travel to the field
- Able to work in extended hours and weekend as required
How to Apply for PAU Field Assistant
- Applicants should submit their details through Microsoft form in the given link (https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/4ibYS9CNsW) or by scanning the QR code.
- Submit the details before the link is deactivated by 5 PM on October 30, 2026.
Selection and Interview
Only short-listed applicants shall be acknowledged and called for the interview. The notice does not outline additional selection stages.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Submission of Application | October 30, 2026 (Deactivated by 5 PM) |
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Submit details via Microsoft Form |
| Official Notification PDF | View the recruitment notice |
| Official Website | Visit RGR Cell website |
