The Department of Soil Science, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, has invited applications on plain paper for two posts of Junior Field/Lab Helper at a fixed salary of Rs.13486+800/- (EPF+ESI) per month, fixed initially for six months. Applications must be sent to the office of the Head, Department of Soil Science, on or before 30 November 2026, with a Rs.100 demand draft and attested copies of certificates. Applicants appear before the Selection Committee on 9 December 2026 at 11.30 a.m.
PAU Recruitment 2026 at a Glance
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Punjab Agricultural University, Department of Soil Science, Ludhiana |
| Advertisement No. | E.2.2026/4386-4400 (Endst. No., dated 06-11-2026) |
| Post(s) | Junior Field/Lab Helper |
| Vacancies | 2 |
| Pay | Rs.13486+800/- (EPF+ESI) per month, fixed initially for six months |
| Qualification | Middle with Punjabi |
| Job Location | Department of Soil Science, PAU, Ludhiana |
| Apply By | Plain paper application sent to the office of the Head, Department of Soil Science |
| Last Date | 30-11-2026 (applications received after the due date will not be considered) |
About PAU Department of Soil Science
Punjab Agricultural University is a university in Ludhiana, Punjab. This notice comes from its Department of Soil Science and is for posts under the scheme "Studies on the performance of Nanofertilizers on productivity of different cropping systems Misc-63 (PC-5462)".
Where and How to Send
The notice asks candidates to send the application, complete in all respects, to the office of the Head, Department of Soil Science, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, on or before 30-11-2026. The notice does not print a PIN code, a postal mode or an envelope superscription.
- Write the application on plain paper giving name, address, age, educational qualifications, experience etc.
- Enclose a demand draft of Rs.100/- in favor of Comptroller, PAU, Ludhiana as fee charges.
- Enclose attested copies of certificates.
- Send the application to the office of the Head, Department of Soil Science, PAU, Ludhiana by 30-11-2026.
- Appear before the Selection Committee on 09-12-2026 at 11.30 a.m. with original copies of the testimonials.
The University is not responsible for any postal delay or loss in transit.
Posts, Eligibility and Pay
| Post | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Field/Lab Helper | 2 | Rs.13486+800/- (EPF+ESI) per month |
- Educational qualification: Middle with Punjabi.
- Age limit: between 18 to 63 years. The notice prints no cut-off date for counting age and lists no age relaxation.
- Preference: candidates who have been working as DPLs in the respective field in PAU for 10 years will be given preference.
- Fee: Rs.100/- by demand draft in favor of Comptroller, PAU, Ludhiana.
- Tenure: the salary is fixed initially for a period of six months, provided in the scheme.
Candidates should refer to the official notice for any further detail on eligibility.
Enclosures
- Application on plain paper with name, address, age, educational qualifications, experience etc.
- Demand draft of Rs.100/- in favor of Comptroller, PAU, Ludhiana.
- Attested copies of certificates.
- Original copies of the testimonials, to be brought to the Selection Committee on 09-12-2026.
Selection Process
Candidates appear before the Selection Committee in the office of the undersigned, the Head, Department of Soil Science, on 9 December 2026 at 11.30 a.m., along with original copies of the testimonials. The notice does not describe any written test or other stage.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of the notice | 06-11-2026 |
| Last date for submission of application | 30-11-2026 |
| Appearance before the Selection Committee | 09-12-2026, 11.30 a.m. |
Important Instructions
- Applications received after the due date, or without the application fee, shall not be considered.
- No TA/DA will be given for the Selection Committee day.
- The services of the incumbent are liable to be terminated at any time without any notice.
- The engagement is for the scheme named in the notice, with the salary fixed initially for six months.
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| PAU Junior Field/Lab Helper Official Notification PDF | Notice of the Department of Soil Science |
| Punjab Agricultural University Official Website | pau.edu |
