Applications are invited from interested and eligible candidates for the following Positions. Interested Eligible candidates fulfilling the criteria may submit their applications in the prescribed format along with the detailed CV / As per the Norms.

🏢 NAME OF THE INSTITUTION

PUNJAB AGRICULTURE UNIVERSITY

🏫 ABOUT INSTITUTION

Punjab Agriculture University (PAU), located in Ludhiana, is a premier institution dedicated to advancing agricultural education and research. Known for its significant contributions to the Green Revolution in India, PAU continues to be at the forefront of agricultural innovation and development.

💼 DESIGNATION / JOB POSITION

• Junior Research Fellow

🎯Project Details

• Project Tilte – “Development of pilot-scale cold plasma system for microbial safety and quality enhancement in fruits and vegetable juices” CSS-35 (PC-6418)”

🎓 QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENT

The qualifications proposed for this position are as follows:

• B.E. /B. Tech./ B.Sc with a minimum OCPA of 6.00/10.00 basis or 60% marks.
• M.Tech. in Processing & Food Engineering/Food Engineering and Technology/Post Harvest Engineering/Food Science and Technology or equivalent with a minimum OCPA of 6.50/10.00 basis or 65% marks.
• Cleared National level examination conducted by Central Government Eligibility Test like CSIR/UGC/NET/GATE/MHRD, etc.

Note: Candidates who do not meet the qualification at point 3 but possess M.Tech/M.Sc will be appointed at a different pay scale.

🏆 SALARY / REMUNERATION / PAY SCALE ₹

The remuneration for the Junior Research Fellow is ₹37,000 + 18% HRA. For candidates not meeting all qualifications, the pay is ₹30,000 + 18% HRA.

💺 JOB LOCATION

Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana, Punjab, India

📝 HOW TO APPLY

Interested and eligible candidates are invited to submit their applications, including an updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates, and a passport-sized photograph. A draft of Rs. 200 in favour of The Comptroller, PAU, must be submitted along with the application. Applications should be submitted to the office of the Department of Processing & Food Engineering by 22nd September 2026.

Candidates must appear for the walk-in interview on 28th September 2026 at 11:30 AM in the office of the Head, Department of Processing & Food Engineering.

📅 IMPORTANT DATE

The last date for receiving applications is On or Before 22nd September 2026. The interview will be held on 28th September 2026 at 11:30 AM.

📫 CONTACT INFORMATION

📌 ADDRESS FOR COMMUNICATION

Department of Processing & Food Engineering, Punjab Agriculture University, Ludhiana, Punjab-141001, India

📣 OFFICIAL SOURCE / REFERENCE

PUNJAB AGRICULTURE UNIVERSITY invites applications from eligible candidates for the Junior Research Fellow position.

Junior Research Fellow Recruitment: View Official Notification

Reference: https://pau.edu/index.php?_act=manageVacancy&DO=viewVacancyDetail&intID=7566