Central University of Punjab — Department of Higher Education
The Central University of Punjab has issued an official recruitment notification for Professor and Associate Professor, announcing a total of 8 vacancies located in Punjab. The online application window opens on 12 May 2026 and closes on 02 June 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Master’s degree and Ph.D. and be within the prescribed age limit of Max 64 years, with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Rs. 1,31,400 - 1,44,200 Per Month. The selection procedure comprises Presentation/Seminar/Interview. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Application Start | 12 May 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply |
02 Jun 2026
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| Fee Payment Deadline | 02 Jun 2026 |
| Post Name | Professor and Associate Professor |
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| Total Vacancies | 8 |
| Qualification | Master’s degree and Ph.D. |
| Age Limit | Max 64 years |
| Salary | Rs. 1,31,400 - 1,44,200 Per Month |
| Application Fee | Rs. 750 for General/OBC; Nil for SC/ST/Women |
| Selection Process | Presentation/Seminar/Interview |
Prescribed Age: 18–64 Years (As on 02 Jun 2026)
Pay Level 14 (Grade Pay ₹10,000) • Starting Basic: ₹144,200/month
The Central University of Punjab (CUP) has officially released a notification for the recruitment of high-level faculty positions for the year 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 08 vacancies for the posts of Professor and Associate Professor across various specialized departments. Eligible candidates with a strong academic background and Ph.D. qualifications are invited to apply online.
The vacancies are distributed across multiple disciplines including Agriculture, Sociology, Public Policy, and more. Below is the department-wise breakdown:
Candidates must ensure they meet the following eligibility standards as per the UGC Regulations 2018:
Selected candidates will be placed under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) pay matrix:
The application fee must be paid online through the recruitment portal:
The selection process for Faculty positions at the Central University of Punjab involves a rigorous screening of applications based on API scores and research output, followed by:
Interested and eligible candidates should follow these steps to submit their application:
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