Job Description
Overview
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has announced a recruitment drive for the position of Junior Field/Lab Helper. This role is essential for supporting agricultural research activities and laboratory operations at the university campus. The university is seeking dedicated individuals to contribute to its ongoing research projects on a contractual basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting senior researchers in field-based agricultural experiments and data collection.
- Maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring a clean working environment for scientific staff.
- Performing routine tasks related to crop management, soil sampling, and seed processing.
- Supporting the documentation of experimental results and maintaining accurate daily logs.
- Coordinating with technical teams to ensure the smooth execution of field trials.
- Adhering to safety protocols and university guidelines during all operational activities.
Why Apply
Working at PAU provides an opportunity to be part of a premier agricultural institution with a long-standing reputation for research excellence. This role offers stable contractual employment and the chance to gain practical experience in a professional agricultural research setting.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: 13 October 2026
- Walk-in Interview Date: 23 October 2026
Quick Facts
- Vacancy Count: 1
- Pay Scale: Rs. 13,486/- plus Rs. 800/- monthly allowance
- Location: Ludhiana, Punjab
- Category: Other Jobs
PAU Junior Field/Lab Helper Recruitment 2026 Overview
End Date
13 Oct 2026
Exam Date
23 Oct 2026
Salary
Rs. 13,486/- + Rs. 800/- per month
Vacancies
1
Eligibility
Middle pass with Punjabi
Vacancy Details
- Junior Field/Lab Helper: 1 Post
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of Punjab Agricultural University at https://pau.edu.
- Locate and download the official notification and the prescribed application proforma.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal and educational details.
- Attach self-attested copies of all necessary documents, including educational certificates, ID proof, and photographs.
- Prepare the required application fee of Rs. 100/- in the form of a Bank Draft.
- Submit the completed application form along with the fee to the Department of Crop Science, Room No. 112, before the deadline of 13 October 2026.
- Ensure that the application is sent via the specified postal method if required.
- Retain a photocopy of the submitted application for your personal records.
Application Fee
All categories of candidates are required to pay an application fee of Rs. 100/-. The payment must be made via a Bank Draft drawn in favour of the Comptroller, Punjab Agricultural University, payable at Ludhiana.
Age Limit
18 years to 63 years
Selection Process
The selection process for the Junior Field/Lab Helper post is based on a walk-in interview. Candidates are required to appear before the designated selection committee on the scheduled date. During this process, applicants must present their original certificates and documents for verification to confirm their eligibility and experience claims.
Exam Pattern
Not applicable as the selection is based on a walk-in interview process.
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Organization
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has announced a recruitment notification for the post of Scout on a contractual basis. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply through the offline mode.
Frequently Asked Questions
The recruitment is conducted by Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), located in Ludhiana, Punjab, for filling up a research-based contract position. Check the official website for more details.
The advertised post is Junior Field/Lab Helper under advertisement number E.A./2026/2960-3059, offering a fixed monthly salary plus additional allowances as specified. Download the PDF for full details.
There is a total of 1 vacancy available for the Junior Field/Lab Helper position on a contract basis under Punjab Agricultural University. Check the official notification PDF for the most up-to-date post-wise breakdown.
Candidates must be Middle pass including the Punjabi subject, with preference given to those having extensive daily wage experience at PAU. Ensure you meet these criteria before applying.
The eligible age limit for candidates applying to this recruitment ranges from 18 years to 63 years as per the official notification guidelines. Check the official website for updates.
All candidates are required to pay an application fee of Rs. 100/- in the form of a Bank Draft made in favour of Comptroller, Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana. Submit your form well before the deadline.
The last date for submission of the filled application form along with the fee to Room No. 112 of the Department of Crop Science is 13-10-2026. Submit your form well before the deadline.
Candidates who submit their applications are required to appear before the selection committee along with their original certificates on 23-10-2026. Check the official website for updates.
