PAU Project Scientist I Genomics Recruitment 2026
Punjab Agricultural University - Gurdev Singh Khush Institute of Genetics, Plant Breeding and Biotechnology
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Vacancy
1
Salary
₹56,000 - ₹56,000
Job Type
Contract
Full time
Apply By
21 Oct 2026
About This Job
Apply for Project Scientist I at PAU. Relevant PhD required. Salary: Rs 56,000 plus HRA. Last date: 21 Oct 2026. Apply offline at pau.edu.
PAU Project Scientist I Recruitment 2026: Overview
Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) is hiring a Project Scientist-I at the Gurdev Singh Khush Institute of Genetics, Plant Breeding and Biotechnology in Ludhiana. The position belongs to a Centre of Excellence project on developing and integrating advanced genomic technologies for targeted breeding. Funding comes from the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.
The project reference is CSS-45 (PC-6372). It identifies the research scheme behind this appointment and is relevant when you complete the project details in the prescribed form. The opportunity sits within the institute's genetics, plant breeding and biotechnology work at the PAU Ludhiana campus.
Service Conditions and Caveats
- Complete applications: The university may reject an incomplete application or one lacking the prescribed fee or supporting records. Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.
- Travel costs: No travelling or daily allowance is payable for attending the interview. You will need to make your own travel arrangements.
- Result communication: The university states that only selected applicants will be informed by email.
- Accuracy of information: The application declaration warns that false or misleading details can lead to cancellation of candidature or termination of the appointment without notice.
Application Submission Notes
Your completed prescribed form must reach the Gurdev Singh Khush Institute of Genetics, Plant Breeding and Biotechnology, PAU, Ludhiana. The receipt cutoff on the closing day is 4:30 pm.
The interview will take place in the Director's office at the same institute, at 11:00 am. The prescribed form also asks for two references with their designation, institute and contact details, so have that information ready when completing it.
Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Qualification
BSc in Biotechnology, Agriculture, Horticulture or Biosciences with at least 6.00/10.00 OCPA or 60%; MSc and PhD in Biotechnology, Plant Breeding and Genetics, Fruit Science or Vegetable Sciences with at least 6.50/10.00 OCPA or 65%. Applicants without a relevant master's degree may qualify if their PhD is in the discipline required at master's level.
Preferred Qualification
Experience in crop-plant genomics, high-throughput SNP genotyping, genome-wide association mapping, high-resolution gene and QTL mapping, genome and transcriptome data analysis or genetic transformation, supported by good-quality peer-reviewed publicat...
Age Limit
Up to 35 years
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Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹200.00 |
* Fee payment may be subject to additional bank charges
Salary & Compensation
Pay Scale
Rs. 56,000 per month; 5% increment after two years subject to performance review
Allowances
18% HRA per month.
Selection Process
- 1 Interview
How to Apply
Application Mode: Offline
Click the "Apply Now" button to visit the official application portal.
Required Documents:
- Completed and signed prescribed application form
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Self-attested copies of relevant certificates and testimonials
- Details of educational qualifications, research or professional experience and publications as requested in the form
Frequently Asked Questions
No. You must cover your own travel costs because TA/DA is not payable for the interview.
Important Dates
Notification
06 Oct 2026
Last Date to Apply
21 Oct 2026
Exam Date
05 Nov 2026
Job Locations
Posting district: Ludhiana, Punjab
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