PAU Research Fellow (Plant Pathology) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline

The Department of Plant Pathology, Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana has invited applications for one post of Research Fellow at Rs.17,000/- p.m. (fixed) + 20% HRA in the scheme "Bio-efficacy evaluation of Kocide against bacterial blight of cotton Misc- 49 PC-5498", for six months or till the termination of the scheme, whichever is earlier. The essential qualification is B.Sc./B.Sc (Agriculture) and M.Sc. in Plant Pathology/Microbiology, each with a minimum OCPA of 6.50/10.00 or 65% marks. Applications on the prescribed form must reach the office of the Head, Department of Plant Pathology, PAU, Ludhiana by 12 November 2026, and the interview is on 13 November 2026 at 11.30 am.

PAU Research Fellow at a Glance

The official notification does not specify the age limit.

About PAU Research Fellow

Punjab Agricultural University is a university in Ludhiana, Punjab. This Research Fellow post is in its Department of Plant Pathology and is provided in the scheme "Bio-efficacy evaluation of Kocide against bacterial blight of cotton Misc- 49 PC-5498". The notice is issued by the Head, Department of Plant Pathology.

Who Can Apply

The notice prescribes the following qualifications for the post of Research Fellow.

Essential:

• B.Sc. /B.Sc (Agriculture) with minimum OCPA 6.50/10.00 or 65% marks
• M.Sc. in Plant Pathology/Microbiology with minimum OCPA 6.50/10.00 or 65% marks

Note 1: A candidate who does not possess a Masters degree in the relevant subject but possesses a Ph.D degree in the discipline required at Masters level shall be eligible for the post.

Desirable: Preference will be given to candidates having working experience on bio control of plant diseases.

The age limit is not specified in the notice. Candidates should check the official notification for the complete eligibility conditions of the post.

How to Apply for PAU Research Fellow

The application is made on paper, on the form prescribed by the department.

1. Obtain the prescribed application form from the office of the Head, Department of Plant Pathology, PAU, Ludhiana, on any working day from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm.
2. Pay Rs 200/- for the form in the shape of a Bank draft payable at Ludhiana, in favour of Comptroller PAU, Ludhiana.
3. Fill in the form and attach attested copies of certificates.
4. Make sure the application reaches the office of Head, Deptt. of Plant Pathology, PAU, Ludhiana on any working day from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m., by 12 November 2026.

Incomplete applications will not be entertained.

Documents named in the notice:

• Bank draft of Rs 200/- payable at Ludhiana in favour of Comptroller PAU, Ludhiana (for the form)
• Attested copies of certificates, with the application
• Original certificates, to be brought at the time of interview

Selection and Interview

The candidates should appear for the interview on 13 November 2026 at 11.30 am in the office of the Head, Department of Plant Pathology, PAU, Ludhiana. No separate intimation for the interview will be sent, so the date and time in the notice are the only call. Candidates should bring their original certificates at the time of interview. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.

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