Verified from official source on 17 Aug 2026
PAU Teaching Assistant (Soil Science) Recruitment 2026 – 1 Post
- Total Posts
- 1
- Minimum Qualification
- Post-Graduate
Overview
Yes, PAU Teaching Assistant (Soil Science) Recruitment 2026 is out. Punjab Agricultural University has released a notification for 1 contractual Teaching Assistant post in Soil Science, open to candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Plant Sciences and a Master's degree in Soil Science or equivalent. PAU runs a continuous rolling recruitment cycle for Teaching Assistant posts across different subject areas — this Soil Science posting is separate from other recent PAU Teaching Assistant notices in Apparel & Textile Science and Punjabi. A distinctive requirement for this post is a Matric-level Punjabi language certificate from the Punjab School Education Board, in addition to the academic qualifications, reflecting PAU's regional teaching requirements. Pay is notably higher for Ph.D. holders (Rs. 40,000 per month) compared to Master's degree holders (Rs. 35,000 per month), incentivizing more highly qualified applicants. Eligible candidates can apply offline on or before 1 September 2026, with document screening scheduled for 8 September 2026. Since PAU posts multiple similarly named Teaching Assistant vacancies across different subject departments at overlapping times, candidates should confirm they are applying to the correct Soil Science posting specifically.
Qualification
- B.Sc.(Agri.)/B.Sc.(Hort.)/B.Sc.(Forestry)/B.Sc.(Biotechnology) in Plant Sciences/B.Tech Biotechnology in Plant Sciences, followed by M.Sc. in Soil Science or equivalent
- Minimum 60% marks at Bachelor's level and 65% marks or OCPA of 6.50 out of 10.00 at Master's level
- A Matric-level certificate of Punjabi Language from the Punjab School Education Board is also required
Age Limit
- Not specified in the source; candidates should refer to the official notification for detailed age limit criteria
Eligibility
- Open to candidates holding the specified Bachelor's degree in Plant Sciences with minimum 60% marks, and a Master's degree in Soil Science or equivalent with 65% marks or OCPA of 6.50 out of 10.00
- A Matric-level certificate of Punjabi Language from the Punjab School Education Board is a mandatory eligibility requirement, not merely desirable
- This is a contractual position, not a permanent PAU appointment
- Pay varies by qualification level — Rs. 35,000 for Master's degree holders, Rs. 40,000 for Ph.D. holders
Important Dates
Last Date to Apply
01 Sept 2026
Screening of Documents
08 Sept 2026
Application Fee
General/OBC: Rs. 200. SC/ST: Rs. 200.
Salary
- Rs. 35,000 per month fixed for Master's degree holders
- Rs. 40,000 per month fixed for Ph.D. holders
How to Apply
- Download the application form from the official PAU website at pau.edu
- Read the official notification carefully to confirm the exact qualification and Punjabi-language certificate requirements before applying
- Fill the application form carefully with accurate personal, educational and contact information
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents — photograph, signature, ID proof, educational certificates, and your Matric-level Punjabi language certificate
- Enclose the prescribed application fee of Rs. 200
- Check all details carefully before submission
- Send the completed application form to the address mentioned in the notification via Speed Post/Registered Post or as instructed
- Ensure the application reaches PAU before the last date, 1 September 2026
- Keep a photocopy of the submitted application form for your own records
- Watch for the document screening outcome, scheduled for 8 September 2026
Selection Process
- Screening of Documents
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 200 (General/OBC) |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female | Rs. 200 (SC/ST) |
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