PAU Junior Lab/Field Helper Recruitment 2026 — 1 Post, Apply by 13 Aug (Punjab)

Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has released PAU Junior Lab/Field Helper Recruitment 2026 under Advt No. 5200-20 for 1 contractual government job vacancy tied to rice crop research. This Punjab govt jobs 2026 opportunity requires Middle standard pass with Punjabi, along with hands-on experience in rice crop sowing, harvesting, crossing, and germplasm handling. The selected Junior Lab/Field Helper will assist with field experiments and laboratory sample handling related to rice crop research at PAU. The selection process for this recruitment consists of an Interview only, with preference given to candidates already assisting in field experiments or lab sample handling. The post carries a fixed monthly salary of ₹10,737 on a contractual basis. The PAU 2026 application must be submitted offline; the application form and complete notification are available at pau.edu. The last date for submission is 13 August 2026, with the interview scheduled for 20 August 2026. Application fee is ₹50 for all categories. Candidates must read the complete official PAU notification before applying.

Middle standard pass with Punjabi. Candidate should have experience of working with rice crop, handling different operations of sowing, harvesting and crossing, and handling and maintaining germplasm of rice and its crossing. Preference given to candidates already assisting in field experiments or laboratory sample handling.

• Minimum 18 years, Maximum 63 years
• PWD: 3% relaxation; Ex-Serviceman: 13% relaxation

• Middle standard pass with Punjabi
• Experience working with rice crop — sowing, harvesting, crossing and germplasm handling
• Preference for candidates already assisting in field experiments or laboratory sample handling
• Age: 18 to 63 years

₹50 for all categories

₹10,737 per month, fixed on contractual basis

1. Visit https://www.pau.edu — official website of Punjab Agricultural University
2. Download the PAU Junior Lab/Field Helper Recruitment 2026 notification under Advt No. 5200-20
3. Read the complete official notification carefully for eligibility and instructions
4. Download and fill the prescribed offline application form
5. Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates and experience proof related to rice crop work
6. Attach a recent passport-size photograph, signature and identity proof as specified
7. Prepare a Demand Draft or as instructed for the application fee of ₹50
8. Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the notification through Speed Post/Registered Post
9. Ensure the application reaches before the last date, 13 August 2026
10. Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for future reference