Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Research Associate-I and Young Professional-I Notification 2026 has been released on 04 August 2026 on the official website pau.edu. A total of 2 vacancies have been announced through the PAU Research Associate-I and Young Professional-I Recruitment 2026.
Candidates who possess Graduation, B.Sc., M.Sc., or Ph.D. in the relevant discipline (as per the post requirements) are eligible to apply for these Research Associate-I and Young Professional-I vacancies. The offline application process for PAU Research Associate-I and Young Professional-I Recruitment 2026 is open and will remain available until 21 August 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and submit the offline application form through the official website using the direct links provided below in this article.
PAU Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) |
| Post Name | Research Associate-I and Young Professional-I |
| No of Posts | 2 |
| Advt No | NP/2026/381-421 |
| Salary | Rs. 30000 - 67000 Per Month |
| Qualification | B.Sc. Biotechnology/Agriculture/Biosciences (min 60%), M.Sc. Biotechnology/Plant Breeding/Genetics/Molecular Biology (min 65%), Ph.D. in relevant field (min 65%), Graduation in any discipline (min 60%) |
| Last Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Job Type | Contractual |
PAU 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 Job 2026 Notification PDF
PAU Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
| Research Associate-I | 1 |
| Young Professional-I | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
PAU Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
- Research Associate-I: B.Sc. Biotechnology/Agriculture/Biosciences with min OCPA 6.00/10.00 or 60% marks; M.Sc. in Biotechnology/Plant Breeding and Genetics/Molecular Biology and Biotechnology/Agricultural Biotechnology with min OCPA 6.50/10.00 or 65% marks; Ph.D. in relevant field with min OCPA 6.50/10.00 or 65% marks.
- Young Professional-I: Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University with min OCPA 6.00/10.00 or 60% marks. Desirable: Working knowledge of MS Office, documentation, project records maintenance.
PAU Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| General/OBC | Rs. 200/- |
| SC/ST | Rs. 200/- |
PAU Recruitment 2026 - Salary
| Post Name | Salary |
| Research Associate-I | Rs. 67,000/- + 16% HRA per month (fixed) |
| Young Professional-I | Rs. 30,000/- per month (fixed) |
PAU Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 04 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Applications | 21 August 2026 |
| Interview Date | 03 September 2026 |
PAU Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
- Interview
How to Apply
Candidates who wish to apply for PAU Various Posts Recruitment 2026 through offline mode should follow the steps below.
- Read the official notification carefully before applying.
- Download the application form from the official website: https://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: 21-08-2026.
- Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference.
PAU Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |
