Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) — Agriculture
Cut-off Date: 23 Jul 2026 — Candidates must be between 18 to 35 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 | 35 yrs | — | 24 Jul 1991 to 23 Jul 2008 |
| EWS | 18 yrs | 35 yrs | — | 24 Jul 1991 to 23 Jul 2008 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 18 yrs | 38 yrs | +3 yrs | 24 Jul 1988 to 23 Jul 2008 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 24 Jul 1986 to 23 Jul 2008 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 yrs | 40 yrs | +5 yrs | 24 Jul 1986 to 23 Jul 2008 |
| PwD (General) | 18 yrs | 45 yrs | +10 yrs | 24 Jul 1981 to 23 Jul 2008 |
Prescribed Age: 18–35 Years (As on 23 Jul 2026)
The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has issued an official recruitment notification for Junior Research Fellow, announcing a total of 1 vacancies located in Punjab. The online application window opens on 15 July 2026 and closes on 23 July 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Agriculture/Biotechnology/Biosciences with at least 60% and 65% marks respectively; 2 years experience; GATE/NET/BET qualified. and be within the prescribed age limit of Maximum 35 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 37,000 + 18% HRA per month. The selection procedure comprises Interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 15 Jul 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply |
23 Jul 2026
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| Interview Date / Walk-in | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Post Name | Junior Research Fellow |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Agriculture/Biotechnology/Biosciences with at least 60% and 65% marks respectively; 2 years experience; GATE/NET/BET qualified. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 35 years |
| Salary | Rs. 37,000 + 18% HRA per month |
| Application Fee | Rs. 200 for all categories |
| Selection Process | Interview |
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has released a recruitment notification for the position of Junior Research Fellow (JRF). Interested candidates meeting the specified academic and technical qualifications are invited to submit their applications through the offline mode by 23 July 2026.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow | 1 | Rs. 37,000 + 18% HRA per month |
Candidates must ensure they fulfill the following educational and qualification requirements before applying:
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in rice crop field activities, genome editing, plant tissue culture techniques, bioinformatics, and data handling.
The recruitment process requires offline submission of documents. Follow these steps to complete your application:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 23 July 2026 |
| Interview Date | 28 July 2026 |
The selection process for the JRF post will be based on an interview. Candidates are advised to keep a photocopy of their submitted application for future reference.
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