Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Project Associate-I Notification 2026 has been released on 22 July 2026 on the official website https://www.pau.edu/. A total of 1 vacancy has been announced through the PAU Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026.
Candidates who have B.Sc./B.Tech. in Biotechnology/Agriculture/B.Sc. Biosciences and M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Plant Breeding/Plant Breeding & Genetics/Genetics/Crop Plants/Biochemistry/Microbiology along with NET/NET-LS/GATE or other national-level eligibility tests are eligible to apply for this Project Associate-I vacancy. The offline application process for PAU Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 is open, and the last date to submit the application form is 03 August 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and application form and submit their offline application through the direct links provided below in this article.
PAU Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) |
| Post Name | Project Associate-I |
| No of Posts | 1 |
| Salary | Rs. 31000 Per Month |
| Qualification | B.Sc./B.Tech. Biotechnology/Agriculture/B.Sc. Biosciences, M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Plant Breeding/Plant Breeding & Genetics/Genetics/crop plants/Biochemistry/Microbiology, NET/NET-LS/GATE/other National level tests |
| Last Date | 03-08-2026 |
| Walk-in Date | 12-08-2026 |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Job Type | Contractual |
PAU Project Associate-I Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the PAU Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Download PAU Project Associate-I Job 2026 Notification PDF
PAU Project Associate-I Vacancy Details 2026
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Project Associate-I | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
PAU Project Associate-I Eligibility Criteria 2026
- I. B.Sc./B.Tech. Biotechnology/Agriculture/B.Sc. Biosciences with minimum OGPA 6.00/10.00 basis or 60 % marks.
- II. M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Molecular Biology/Plant Breeding/Plant Breeding & Genetics/Genetics/crop plants/Biochemistry/Microbiology with minimum OGPA 6.50/10.00 or 65 % marks.
- III. NET/NET-LS/GATE/ other National level tests conducted by Central Government departments and their agencies.
PAU Project Associate-I Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
| General/OBC | Rs. 200/- |
| SC/ST | Rs. 200/- |
PAU Project Associate-I Salary 2026
- Rs 31,000/- per month fixed + 16% HRA
PAU Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 22 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Applications | 03 August 2026 |
| Interview Date | 12 August 2026 |
PAU Project Associate-I Selection Process 2026
- Interview
How to Apply
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Download the application form from the official website: www.pau.edu.
- Fill the application form carefully with correct information.
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents such as photograph, signature, ID proof, and certificates.
- Check all details carefully before submission.
- Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the notification through Speed Post / Registered Post or as instructed.
- Ensure the application reaches before the last date: 03-08-2026.
- Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference.
PAU Project Associate-I Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |