Overview
Central University of Punjab has announced 21 regular faculty vacancies for Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor positions. Applications are open from 04 April to 27 April 2026, with a fee of Rs. 750 per post for General/OBC/EWS categories and exemption for SC/ST/PWD/Women. The selection process involves API-based shortlisting and committee interviews. Candidates must meet UGC 2018 qualifications and age limit of 64 years.
Key Details
- Organization
- Central University of Punjab
- Qualification
- As per UGC Regulations 2018 (and AICTE/NCTE/NCTE as applicable)
- Vacancies
- 21
- Posted
- 04 April 2026
- Last date to apply
- 27 April 2026 (by 05:00 PM IST)
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 04 April 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 04 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 27 April 2026 (by 05:00 PM IST) |
| Eligibility Reckoning Date | 27 April 2026 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Bathinda: 21
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on API scores (up to 25 candidates per post, 35 for two posts of same category); selection by committees; may include presentation/seminar/interview; interview can be in person or via video conferencing; SC/ST/PWD outstation candidates reimbursed rail fare.
How to Apply
Visit the online application portal at curec.samarth.ac.in., Register and fill a separate online application form for each post applied for, along with the required application fee., Professors and Associate Professors must fill the API/Research Score form; Assistant Professors must fill shortlisting criteria as per UGC regulations., Upload all required documents (qualification certificates, mark sheets, experience certificates, salary slips, Form‑16, NOC, caste/disability/EWS certificates, equivalence certificates for foreign PhDs)., Preview and verify all details before final submission., Submit the application before 27 April 2026 (05:00 PM IST)., Retain a signed printout of the online application form and all enclosures for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for Central University of Punjab Faculty Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 21 Posts?
Notification Date: 04 April 2026; Online Application Start Date: 04 April 2026; Last Date for Online Application: 27 April 2026 (by 05:00 PM IST); Eligibility Reckoning Date: 27 April 2026
What is the application fee?
General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 750 per post; SC/ST/PWD/Women: Exempted
What is the age limit?
Not exceeding 64 years for regular appointment
What is the selection process?
Shortlisting based on API scores (up to 25 candidates per post, 35 for two posts of same category); selection by committees; may include presentation/seminar/interview; interview can be in person or via video conferencing; SC/ST/PWD outstation candidates reimbursed rail fare.