CUP Recruitment 2026: Grab Your Research Opportunity

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.

Key Highlights

• Organization: Central University of Punjab (CUP)
• Total Vacancies: 02 Posts
• Job Type: Contractual
• Selection Mode: Interview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

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.

Salary Details

• JRF: ₹32,000 per month + 9% HRA.
• Project Assistant: ₹20,000 per month + 9% HRA.

How to Apply

Don't wait for an online portal; this application is email-based. Follow these steps:

1. Draft your bio-data including all your academic qualifications and experience.
2. Self-attest all your relevant certificates and ID proofs.
3. Mention the specific post you are applying for in the email subject line.
4. Send your application to the official email address provided in the notification PDF before 2026-06-05.

FAQs

• Q: Is there an application fee? A: The official notification does not mention any application fee for these posts.
• Q: Can I apply if I am 52 years old? A: No, the maximum age limit is 50 years.
• Q: How will I be selected? A: The selection is based on an interview scheduled for 2026-06-08.
• Q: What if I don't have NET/GATE? A: These qualifications are mandatory for the JRF post, but not explicitly required for the Project Assistant post.
• Q: Where do I find the official notification? A: You can download it from the official website of the Central University of Punjab.