Central University of Punjab Recruitment 2026

Master's degree with minimum 55% marks in Social Science subjects (History / Sociology / Political Science / Economics / Geography / Public Administration), UGC-NET or GATE

Master's degree with minimum 55% marks in Social Science subjects (History / Sociology / Political Science / Economics / Geography / Public Administration), UGC-NET or GATE

Applications must be submitted online on or before 20-04-2026. To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section. Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of Central University of Punjab to complete the application. Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details. Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format. Pay the application fee online, if applicable. Review all details carefully before submitting the form. Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Application Fee: General/OBC Rs. 750/- per post, SC/ST Nil, Women Nil. Selection Process: Presentation/Seminar, Interview, Document Verification

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As per UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and Other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges, 2018 and amendments. For Department of Applied Agriculture: Specific PG and PhD qualifications in relevant specialization required. For Department of Physical Education: As per NCTE Regulations 2014 and amendments.

Entry Pay Rs. 1,44,200/- (Academic Pay Level 14, 7th CPC)

No candidate will be considered beyond 64 years of age for regular appointment.

Good Academic Record: Minimum 55% marks at Master's level and minimum 50% marks at Bachelor's level (or equivalent grades).

Essential Qualifications: As per UGC Regulations on Minimum Qualifications for Appointment of Teachers and Other Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges, 2018 and amendments For Department of Applied Agriculture: Specific PG and PhD qualifications in relevant specialization required Good Academic Record: Minimum 55% marks at Master's level and minimum 50% marks at Bachelor's level (or equivalent grades). Age Limit: No candidate will be considered beyond 64 years of age for regular appointment. For OCI Card Holders: Persons registered as Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) under Section 7A of the Citizenship Act, 1955 are also eligible to apply. Reservations: SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PWD/EWS relaxations as per Government of India/UGC rules. OBC (NCL) and EWS certificates must be issued on or after 01.04.2026.

Step 1 – Visit the online application portal: curec.samarth.ac.in Step 2 – Register and fill in a separate online application form for each post applied for, along with the required application fee. Step 3 – Professors and Associate Professors must fill the API/Research Score form strictly in the format provided in UGC Regulations 2018 (Table 2 of Appendix II).

Application Fee: General / OBC / EWS Rs. 750/- per post; SC / ST / PWD / Women Exempted. Separate application along with fee must be submitted for each post applied for. Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. Selection Process: Shortlisting: Based on API (Academic Performance Indicator) scores as per UGC Regulations. For one post, up to 25 candidates will be shortlisted; for two posts of the same category, up to 35 candidates. For posts with Concerned/Relevant/Allied subjects, top 13 from Concerned Subject group and top 12 from Relevant/Allied group will be called per post. Selection: Direct recruitment through All India advertisement and selection by duly constituted Selection Committees. The process may include presentation/seminar/interview or a combination thereof. Interview: Candidates may be interviewed in person or through Video Conferencing. SC/ST/PwD outstation candidates will be reimbursed to-and-fro rail fare (as per GoI Rules) for attending interview. The University reserves the right to shortlist/select candidates as per specialization/research area requirement and to place a reasonable limit on total candidates called for interview.

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Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Medicinal Chemistry/Organic Chemistry or equivalent with at least 55% marks in master degree.

Rs. 65,000/- Per Month

Qualified national level exam (GPAT, GATE, NET, etc.) and publication track record related to cancer therapeutics (desirable).

Experience in in silico design and multi-step heterocycle synthesis, characterization of medicinal organic compounds. Familiar with in vitro assays.

Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry/Medicinal Chemistry/Organic Chemistry or equivalent with at least 55% marks in master degree. Experience in in silico design and multi-step heterocycle synthesis, characterization of medicinal organic compounds. Familiar with in vitro assays. Qualified national level exam (GPAT, GATE, NET, etc.) and publication track record related to cancer therapeutics (desirable).

Applications in the prescribed format may be sent to the Principal Investigator on email ID raj.khunger@cup.edu.in on or before the last date. Further, applicants need to bring application forms along with testimonials during the interview. LAST DATE OF APPLICATION : 12th March, 2026, DATE OF INTERVIEW (HYBRID MODE): 13th March, 2026; 2:00 PM, VENUE OF THE INTERVIEW : Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Natural ProductsOnly shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview.

i. The above mentioned post(s) is/are purely temporary for a limited period or duration of Research Project funded by the funding agency ii. Applicants shall be required to show the original documents at the time of interview/joining iii. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. iv. The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement or increase/decrease the number of posts at any time without assigning any reason. v. The right is also reserved with the University either to fill or not to fill the vacancies. The decision of Competent Authority of the university in this regard shall be final. vi. Suppression of factual information, supply of fake documents, providing false or misleading information or any other undesirable action by the candidate shall lead to cancellation of his /her candidature. In case, it is detected at any point of time in future even after engagement that the candidate was not eligible as per the prescribed qualification, experience etc. which could not be detected at the time of Test/Interaction cum Interview due to whatever circumstances, his/her engagement shall be liable to be terminated forthwith as per this clause and also based on his/her undertaking. vii. The rules and regulations of Central University of Punjab and funding agency will be applicable to the selected candidates viii. In case of any dispute, the decision of the University will be final.

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First/Second class M. Pharm. / M.S. Pharm., Ph.D. (Pharmaceutical Sciences)

Rs. 42000/- + HRA Per Month

at least one publication in an SCI journal

First/Second class M. Pharm. / M.S. Pharm.; Ph.D. (Pharmaceutical Sciences)

Interested candidates may directly report to the following venue as per the following details: Date of interview: 18-03-26 Date of interaction cum interview: 18-03-26 (Reporting time: 10:00 a.m.). Venue of the Interaction cum Interview: IQAC Conference Room, 3rd Floor, Aryabhata Academic Block, Central University of Punjab

1. The abovementioned post(s) is/are purely temporary for a limited period or duration of the Research Project funded by the funding agency. 2. Applicants shall be required to show the original documents at the time of interaction cum interview, and/or joining 3. No T.A/D.A. or any other allowances will be paid for attending the interaction cum interview. 4. The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement or increase/decrease the number of posts at any time without assigning any reason. 5. The right is also reserved with the University either to fill or not to fill the vacancies. The decision of the university's Competent Authority in this regard shall be final. 6. Suppression of factual information, supply of fake documents, providing false or misleading information or any other undesirable action by the candidate shall lead to cancellation of his /her candidature. In case, it is detected at any point of time in future even after engagement that the candidate was not eligible as per the prescribed qualification, experience etc. which could not be detected at the time of Test/Interaction cum Interview due to whatever circumstances, his/her engagement shall be liable to be terminated forthwith as per this clause and also based on his/her undertaking. 7. The rules and regulations of CUPB and the funding agency will be applicable to the selected candidates. FOR MORE DETAILS PLEASE CONTACT: Prof. Pradeep Kumar Principal Investigator Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Natural Products Central University of Punjab VPO Ghudda, Distt. Bathinda-151401 Email: Pradeep.kumar@cup.edu.in Phone: 0164-2864-351

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