Central University of Punjab — Department of Life Sciences
Cut-off Date: 05 Jun 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 50 years (General category). Category-wise relaxation and exact DOB boundaries are shown below.
| Category | Min Age | Max Age | Relaxation | DOB Must Be Between |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General (UR) | 18 yrs | 50 yrs | — | 06 Jun 1976 to 05 Jun 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 50 yrs | — | 06 Jun 1976 to 05 Jun 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 53 yrs | +3 yrs | 06 Jun 1973 to 05 Jun 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 55 yrs | +5 yrs | 06 Jun 1971 to 05 Jun 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 55 yrs | +5 yrs | 06 Jun 1971 to 05 Jun 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 60 yrs | +10 yrs | 06 Jun 1966 to 05 Jun 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–50 Years (As on 05 Jun 2026)
The Central University of Punjab has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellowship / Project Assistant, announcing a total of 2 vacancies located in Punjab. The online application window opens on 27 May 2026 and closes on 05 June 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Master’s degree or B.Sc/B.Tech in Biotechnology, Botany, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics with 55% marks; NET/GATE/DBT-BET required for JRF. and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 50 years., with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of ₹32,000 (JRF) / ₹20,000 (PA) + 9% HRA. The selection procedure comprises Interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 27 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
05 Jun 2026
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| Interview Date / Walk-in | 08 Jun 2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellowship / Project Assistant |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 2 |
| Qualification | Master’s degree or B.Sc/B.Tech in Biotechnology, Botany, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics with 55% marks; NET/GATE/DBT-BET required for JRF. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 50 years. |
| Salary | ₹32,000 (JRF) / ₹20,000 (PA) + 9% HRA |
| Application Fee | N/A |
| Selection Process | Interview |
The Central University of Punjab (CUP) has just rolled out an opening for aspiring researchers. If you have been looking for a position as a Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) or Project Assistant, this could be your chance. It is a quick-fire recruitment, so you need to move fast.
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellowship | 1 |
| Project Assistant | 1 |
For JRF: You need a Master’s degree (M.Sc./M.Tech.) with at least 55% marks in Biotechnology, Botany, Molecular Biology, or Bioinformatics. Crucially, you must have cleared a national-level exam like NET, GATE, or DBT-BET.
For Project Assistant: A B.Sc./B.Tech. or M.Sc. degree with 55% marks in the relevant fields mentioned above is sufficient.
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